Out and About This Weekend in Holly Springs (NC), Apex & Fuquay-Varina (6/11 through 6/14)
Juneteenth celebrations, live music, outdoor movies, jazz, Pride events, farmers markets, baseball, and family-friendly fun highlight a packed weekend across South Wake County.
All Out and About events listed below are independently curated by the Holly Springs Update publisher. None are paid advertisements, nor the result of barter or in-kind exchanges.
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Note: Listings are presented in the following order:
- Marquee Events
- Holly Springs
- Apex
- Fuquay-Varina
- Regional
- Sports
Holly Springs, NC, June 11, 2026
Marquee Events
Thursday, June 11
Ladies Night Out – Ashanti & Friends
Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC
Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Ashanti headlines Ladies Night Out alongside Jacquees and North Carolina’s own Sunshine Anderson for an evening celebrating classic and contemporary R&B hits.
7:30 PM
Friday, June 12
School’s Out for Summer Teacher Appreciation Celebration
Black Dog Bottle Shop, 140 W Holly Springs Rd, Holly Springs, NC
Black Dog Bottle Shop celebrates local educators and the start of summer with live music from DJ Humano, drink specials, a gift card giveaway, food truck offerings, and a special appearance by The Well Read Bus pop-up bookstore.
6:00–8:30 PM
Saturday, June 13
Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom Marquee
Womble Park, 1201 Grigsby Ave, Holly Springs, NC
The Town of Holly Springs and the Holly Springs MLK Committee host a community Juneteenth celebration featuring live music, performances, local vendors, food, inflatables, and family activities honoring freedom and culture.
5:00–8:00 PM
Hoppy Herp Hike
American Tobacco Trail, New Hill Olive Chapel Road Entrance, 1309 New Hill Olive Chapel Rd, Apex, NC
Join the North Carolina Wildlife Federation for a guided family-friendly hike exploring local reptiles and amphibians along the wetlands and woods of the American Tobacco Trail.
10:00 AM–Noon
Arts Holly Springs Jazz Series | Here Comes the Sun
Ashe Music Hall, 202 S Main St, Holly Springs, NC
Three-time Grammy-nominated vocalist Kate McGarry and two-time Grammy-nominated guitarist Keith Ganz present an evening of jazz standards, Beatles favorites, and original works as part of the Arts Holly Springs Jazz Series.
6:00 PM & 8:00 PM
NC Symphony Summerfest: Under the Sea
Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary, NC
The North Carolina Symphony presents an ocean-themed Summerfest concert featuring music from The Little Mermaid, Pirates of the Caribbean, Carnival of the Animals, and other aquatic-inspired favorites.
6:00–9:45 PM
The Lunar Critters Night Market
The Backyard Bar, 2901 US Hwy 64 W, Apex, NC
This summer night market features local vendors, live music, animal encounters with nocturnal wildlife, food and beverages, and family-friendly activities at The Backyard Bar in Apex.
6:00–9:00 PM
A Night of Magic with the Goats Marquee
Smith Farm Goat Sanctuary, 7221 Sunset Lake Rd, Fuquay-Varina, NC
Local magician Vince Mannella brings an evening of family-friendly magic and comedy to Smith Farm Goat Sanctuary, where guests can enjoy live illusions alongside the sanctuary’s resident goats.
6:00 PM
Sunday, June 14
Holly Springs History and Hops Tour
Bombshell Beer Company, 120 Quantum Dr, Holly Springs, NC
This guided tour explores Holly Springs history while visiting local craft beer destinations including Bombshell Beer Company and Local Time Brewing, with stops highlighting the people, places, and stories that shaped the community.
1:30 PM
Thursday, June 18
Jill Scott: To Whom This May Concern Tour
Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC
Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and actress Jill Scott brings her To Whom This May Concern Tour to DPAC for an evening of R&B, soul, and spoken-word favorites.
8:00 PM
Sunday, July 5
Harry Connick Jr.
Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC
Acclaimed singer, pianist, and entertainer Harry Connick Jr. performs at DPAC, featuring selections from his extensive catalog spanning jazz, pop, and Broadway influences.
7:30 PM
Upcoming Dates
Friday, June 19
Joe Hero Band (Foo Fighters Tribute)
Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
6:00–9:00 PM
Garrison Keillor
Meymandi Concert Hall, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC
7:00 PM
Saturday, July 25
Carolina Brewing Co. 31st Anniversary Party
Carolina Brewing Company, 140 Thomas Mill Rd, Holly Springs, NC
Noon–9:00 PM
Holly Springs
Friday, June 12
The Ridge Band Trio
Wine 100, 100 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
7:00–9:00 PM
Saturday, June 13
Holly Springs Farmers Market
Holly Springs Farmers Market, 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
8:00 AM–Noon
Still Kicking
Switch Craft, 161 Oakview Commons Dr, Holly Springs, NC
5:00 PM
Steve Vee
Homegrown Pizza, 4928 Linksland Dr, Holly Springs, NC
6:00 PM
Kenny Shore
Wine 100, 100 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
7:00–9:00 PM
Tone Merchants
Bombshell Beer Company, 120 Quantum Dr, Holly Springs, NC
7:00 PM
Angela Bingham, Voice & Scott Sawyer, Guitar
Pimiento Tea Room, 200 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
6:00 PM
Dead Wait Airlines
Niche Wine Lounge, 109 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
8:00 PM
Sunday, June 14
Pop Up Shopping with Fuqu’n Vinyl
Wine 100, 100 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
1:00–4:00 PM
Holly Springs History and Hops Tour
Bombshell Beer Company, 120 Quantum Dr, Holly Springs, NC
1:30 PM
Corks and Chords
Wine 100, 100 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
2:00 PM
Apex
Saturday, June 13
Apex Farmers Market
Apex Farmers Market, 220 N Salem St, Apex, NC
8:00 AM–Noon
“Freakier Friday” Movie (Rhythm & Reels)
Nature Park Amphitheatre, 2600 Evans Rd, Apex, NC
7:30–9:30 PM
Keith G (feat. Chris Hurley)
The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge, 225 N Salem St #107, Apex, NC
8:00 PM
The Cheeze Factor
Oaklyn Springs Brewery - Apex, 209 N Salem St, Apex, NC
8:00 PM
Josh Colton Band
The Backyard Bar, 2901 US Hwy 64 W, Apex, NC
8:00 PM
Graham’s Number Band
Peak of the Vine, 301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
8:00 PM
Sam Trebing
Southern Peak Brewery, 1451 Richardson Rd, Suite 130, Apex, NC
8:00 PM
Sunday, June 14
Peak City Band
Bottle Theory, 3675 Green Level W Rd, Suite 101, Apex, NC
3:00 PM
Fuquay-Varina
Friday, June 12
Riot Wagon
Aviator Pizzeria, 601 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
7:00–10:00 PM
Josh Rhyne
Aviator Ready Room, 688 Brewing Dr, Fuquay-Varina, NC
7:00–10:00 PM
Covered in Jam
Aviator Hangar Bar, 688 Brewing Dr, Fuquay-Varina, NC
8:30–11:30 PM
Saturday, June 13
Fuquay-Varina Growers Market
Fuquay-Varina Growers Market, 102 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Loud & Proud PRIDE Event
Track Record, 115 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
4:00 PM
22 Strings
Aviator Amphitheater, 688 Brewing Dr, Fuquay-Varina, NC
4:00–7:00 PM
Aaron Pelsue
Mason Jar Lager Co., 341 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
6:00 PM
Michael Blakey
Aviator Taphouse, 600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
7:00–10:00 PM
King Pappy
Aviator Pizzeria, 601 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
7:00–10:00 PM
Outlaw Bit
American Legion Post 116, 6400 Johnson Pond Rd, Fuquay-Varina, NC
7:00 PM
Paige King Johnson
Oaklyn Springs Brewery - Varina, 505 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
7:00 PM
80 Proof Country
Aviator Hangar Bar, 688 Brewing Dr, Fuquay-Varina, NC
9:00 PM–Midnight
Sunday, June 14
Michael Parker
Aviator Hangar Bar, 688 Brewing Dr, Fuquay-Varina, NC
2:00–5:00 PM
Richard Boston
Oaklyn Springs Brewery - Varina, 505 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
3:00 PM
Regional
Saturday, June 13
PRIDE in the Park
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy St, Cary, NC
Downtown Cary Park’s annual Pride celebration features themed crafts, a Pride Night Market showcasing LGBTQ+ artisans and allies, food and beverages, live entertainment, and a Pride-themed Silent Disco.
4:00–10:00 PM
Sports
Thursday, June 11
Game 5 – Golden Knights vs. Hurricanes (2026 Stanley Cup Final)
Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
8:00 PM
Hurricanes Stanley Cup Final Watch Party
Raleighwood at Carter-Finley Stadium, 4600 Trinity Rd, Raleigh, NC
5:00 PM
Sunday, June 14
Tri-City Chili Peppers vs. Holly Springs Salamanders
North Main Athletic Complex, 101 Sportsmanship Way, Holly Springs, NC
5:05 PM
Wednesday, June 17
Wake FC vs. Port City FC (USL W League)
North Main Athletic Complex, 101 Sportsmanship Way, Holly Springs, NC
4:30 PM