Out and About This Weekend in Holly Springs (NC), Apex & Fuquay-Varina (2/13 through 2/15)
Celebrate Valentine's with the Ballentine Ballroom dance, a downtown scavenger hunt, JazzLive, a Celtic Rock group performance, and great local music at your favorite watering holes!
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Note: Listings are presented in the following order:
- Marquee
-Sports
- Regional
- Holly Springs
- Apex
- Fuquay-Varina
Holly Springs, NC, Feb. 13, 2026
Reminder!
For those of us who are forgetful or tend to procrastinate, tomorrow (February 14th) is Valentine’s Day.
Marquee Events
Friday, February 13
Event: Katt Williams: The Golden Age Tour
Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events
8:00 PM
Summary: Critically acclaimed comedian Katt Williams brings his career-spanning “Golden Age Tour” to Raleigh.
Live Music: Derina Harvey Band
Fuquay-Varina Arts Center, 123 E Vance St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.fuquay-varina.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=9467
7:30 PM
Summary: An award-winning Celtic Rock group delivering a high-energy show.
Saturday, February 14
Event: Valentine’s on Ballentine
Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=hscc
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Summary: Family-friendly celebration featuring dancing, crafts, face painting, and snacks in the ballroom.
Live Music: A Valentine’s Day Love Affair
Martin Marietta Center, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC
https://www.martinmariettacenter.com/events
8:00 PM
Summary: An R&B rewind concert featuring Donell Jones, Carl Thomas, and Keke Wyatt.
Live Music: JazzLive with Lenore Raphael and Friends
The Halle Cultural Art Center, 237 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.apexnc.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=4460&month=2&year=2026&day=15&calType=0
3:00 PM
Summary: Internationally renowned Steinway Artist and jazz pianist Lenore Raphael performs with global guests.
Multiple Dates
Event: Downtown Scavenger Hunt
Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/2914/Downtown-Scavenger-Hunt
February 14 – 21
Summary: Brand launch hunt; the first 50 explorers to finish reach the Cultural Center to receive an exclusive logo mug and hot beverage.
Event: Hell’s Kitchen
Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events
February 17 – 22
Summary: A hit musical from Alicia Keys inspired by her life, music, and community.
Sports
Saturday, February 14
Event: Regional Basketball: Clemson Tigers vs. Duke Blue Devils
Cameron Indoor Stadium, 115 Whitford Drive, Durham, NC
https://www.ticketmaster.com/duke-blue-devils-Men’s-basketball-tickets/artist/1265919
12:00 PM
Event: Regional Basketball: Miami vs. NC State
Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events/detail/miami-vs-nc-state-2
4:00 PM
Tuesday, February 17
Event: Regional Basketball: UNC vs. NC State
Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events/detail/north-carolina-vs-nc-state-3
7:00 PM
Regional
Multiple Dates
Event: Carmen Suite (presented by Carolina Ballet)
Martin Marietta Center, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC
https://www.martinmariettacenter.com/events
February 5 – 22, Various Times
Summary: World premiere reimagining of Carmen set to Bizet’s iconic score.
Event: Bravo Broadway (NC Symphony)
Martin Marietta Center, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC
https://www.martinmariettacenter.com/events
February 13 – 14, Various Times
Summary: Guest vocalists perform showstoppers from Wicked, Hamilton, and Rent.
Saturday, February 14
Live Music: NEEDTOBREATHE – The Barely Elegant Acoustic Tour
Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events
7:30 PM
Summary: Multi-platinum band blending modern rock and purpose-driven soul.
Live Music: Sisters in the Name of Song
The Cary Theatre, 327 S Academy St, Cary, NC
https://www.carync.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/25698/1636
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Summary: Female song stylists performing hits by Carole King, Alicia Keys, and more.
Sunday, February 15
Event: Trey Kennedy: The Relatable Tour
Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events
7:00 PM
Summary: Clean observational humor focusing on millennial life and relationships.
Holly Springs
Friday, February 13
Live Music: Thousand Ways
Niche Wine Lounge, 109 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://nichewinelounge.com
8:00 PM
Saturday, February 14
Event: Farmers Market: Valentine’s at the Market
Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/319/Farmers-Market
9:00 AM – Noon
Summary: Love Potion No. 9 event with potion giveaways and a Blood Connection blood drive.
Event: Complimentary Wine Tasting with Neal Thornton
Wine 100, 100 Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Event: Comedy Hypnosis Show with Claudia Rickard
Bombshell Beer Company, 120 Quantum St, Holly Springs, NC
https://claudiarickardevents.com
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Summary: A participative show benefiting the Holly Springs Food Pantry.
Live Music: Carter Minor (vocals/harmonica) / Grant Osborne (piano)
Pimiento Tea Room, 200 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.pimientotearoom.com
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Live Music: Lydia St. George
Niche Wine Lounge, 109 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://nichewinelounge.com
8:00 PM
Sunday, February 15
Event: Loopsy Daisy permanent Jewelry Pop-Up
Wine 100, 100 Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Event: Fuqu’n Vinyl record sales
Wine 100, 100 Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Apex
Friday, February 13
Live Music: Maverick Rose
Southern Peak Brewery, 950 Windy Rd, Apex, NC
https://www.southernpeakbrewery.com
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Live Music: Mysti Maham
Oaklyn Springs Taproom – Apex,
209 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.oaklynsprings.com
7:00 PM
Live Music: The Ridge Band
Shakey Ray’s Tavern, 5160 Sunset Lane Rd, Apex, NC
https://shakeyrays.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Gal Pal Day with DJ Josh
The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge, 225 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://theexchangebarbershop.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: The Roguez Band
Peak of the Vine, 301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday, February 14
Event: Apex Farmers Market
Downtown Apex, 220 Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.apexfarmersmarket.com
9:00 AM – Noon
Event: Valentine’s Chocolates & Wine Pairing
Peak of the Vine, 301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com
2:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Live Music: K-Bomb & the Koolwhips
The Backyard Bar, 2901 US 64, Apex, NC
https://thebackyardbarnc.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Summary: High-energy dance party blending pop and rock hits.
Live Music: Tommy Thunderfoot and the Accelerators
Shakey Ray’s Tavern, 5160 Sunset Lane Rd, Apex, NC
https://shakeyrays.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Keith G Duo featuring Chris Hurley
The Exchange Barbershop & Lounge, 225 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://theexchangebarbershop.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Ed Karsnak Acoustic Classics
Peak of the Vine, 301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Fuquay-Varina
Friday, February 13
Live Music: Raleigh Assassins
Oaklyn Springs Brewery - Varina, 505 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://brewery.oaklynsprings.com
6:30 PM
Live Music: Josh Rhyne
Aviator Pizzeria & Beer Shop, 601 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
7:00 PM
Live Music: Derek Chase
Aviator Taphouse, 600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
7:00 PM
Saturday, February 14
Event: Valentine’s Pajama Party (with DJ & Karaoke)
The Brick - Fuquay, 213 Fayetteville St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092392280823
8:00 PM - 1:30 AM
Live Music: Matthew Crowe
Aviator Pizzeria & Beer Shop, 601 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
7:00 PM
Live Music: Kevin Lee
Aviator Taphouse, 600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
7:00 PM
Live Music: Southgate 40
Aviator Hangar Bar, 688 Brewing Dr, Fuquay, Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
8:30 PM