Out and About This Weekend in Holly Springs (NC), Apex & Fuquay-Varina (3/20 through 3/22)
Spring celebrations, St. Patrick’s events, live music, markets, and family-friendly activities fill the weekend across Holly Springs, Apex, Fuquay-Varina, and the Triangle.
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
- Holly Springs
- Apex
- Fuquay-Varina
- Regional
Holly Springs, NC, Mar. 20, 2026
Marquee Event
Friday, March 20
Event: Shamrock Showdown
Downtown Apex, Apex, NC
https://www.apexnc.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=4649&month=3&year=2026&day=20&calType=0
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Summary: A St. Patrick’s-themed downtown celebration featuring college basketball viewing, local business specials, and community activities.
Event: Bachelors of Broadway
Fuquay-Varina Arts Center, 123 E Vance St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.fuquay-varina.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=9476
7:30 PM
Summary: A live theatrical performance featuring three vocalists performing songs from classic and modern Broadway musicals.
Event: WWE SmackDown
Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events/detail/wwe-smackdown-4
7:30 PM
Summary: A professional wrestling event featuring WWE’s SmackDown live show.
March 20 – March 22
Event: Stereophonic (Broadway at DPAC)
Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 William V Bill Bell Way, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events/detail/stereophonic-2026
Summary: A Tony-nominated play about a rising rock band navigating fame and creative tension in a 1970s recording studio.
Saturday, March 21
Event: Spring Fling
Ting Park, 1151 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.hollyspringsnc.gov/springfling
10:00 AM – Noon
Summary: A family-friendly spring celebration featuring games, activities, a bunny meet-and-greet, and large egg hunts at Ting Park.
Event: Bald For A Cause St. Baldrick’s Event
Mason Jar Lager Co, 341 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.stbaldricks.org/events/bald4acause
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Summary: A family-friendly fundraising event supporting childhood cancer research through head-shaving and community participation.
Event: Holly Springs Community Band Presents “Happy Birthday, America!”
Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://app.arts-people.com/?show=290530
7:30 PM
Summary: A patriotic concert celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with music honoring the nation’s history and heritage.
Upcoming Dates:
Friday, March 27
Event: David Spade
Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 William V Bill Bell Way, Durham, NC
https://www.dpacnc.com/events/detail/david_spade2026
8:00 PM
Summary: A stand-up comedy performance by actor and comedian David Spade.
Monday, March 30
Event: Wines of the Iberian Peninsula Grand Tasting
Wine 100, 100 E Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.wine100nc.com
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Summary: A guided wine tasting exploring selections from Spain and Portugal.
Holly Springs
Friday, March 20
Live Music: Beatles Night
Niche Wine Lounge, 109 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.nichewinelounge.com
7:30 PM
Summary: A Beatles tribute concert featuring multiple local musicians with proceeds benefiting the Holly Springs Food Cupboard.
Live Music: Turtle Smash
Bombshell Beer Company, 120 Quantum St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.bombshellbeer.com
7:30 PM
Summary: An emo-themed live music night featuring covers from bands like Fall Out Boy and Sum 41.
Saturday, March 21
Event: Holly Springs Farmers Market
Holly Springs Farmers Market, 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.hsfarmersmarket.com
9:00 AM – Noon
Summary: A weekly farmers market featuring local vendors with a St. Patrick’s Day theme.
Event: Arbor Day Tree Planting
Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Summary: An annual Arbor Day ceremony with a proclamation reading and community tree planting led by town officials.
Live Music: Paul Creel & Kevin VanSant
Pimiento Tea Room, 200 N Main St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.pimientotearoom.com
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Summary: A live music performance featuring bass and guitar in an intimate setting.
Sunday, March 22
Event: Launch Holly Springs Entrepreneur Summit
Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine St, Holly Springs, NC
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/launchhollysprings-entrepreneur-summit-tickets-1981442718510
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Summary: A free public summit featuring entrepreneur resources and local business pitch presentations.
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Apex
Friday, March 20
Event: Weldwerks Tap Takeover
Peakway Taps, 800 W Williams St, Apex, NC
https://untappd.com/v/peakway-taps/11612415
Summary: A special tap takeover event featuring selections from Weldwerks Brewing.
Live Music: Sweetwater Spring Concert Series
Sweetwater Town Center, 2701 Lawnview Ln, Apex, NC
5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Summary: An outdoor concert featuring live performances by Emma Rae and The Purebred Mutts Band.
Live Music: Heather Rogers
Peak of the Vine, 301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Summary: A live music performance at a downtown wine bar.
Live Music: Josh Colton Band
The Backyard Bar, 2901 US 64 Hwy W, Apex, NC
https://www.thebackyardbarnc.com
8:00 PM
Summary: A live band performance featuring country and rock music.
Saturday, March 21
Event: Apex Farmers Market
The Depot, 220 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.apexfarmersmarket.com
9:00 AM – Noon
Summary: A weekly community market offering local produce, goods, and educational outreach.
Event: SuperFun Saturday
The Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.apexnc.org/1994/SuperFun-Saturday
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Summary: A free arts and crafts event for children with activities supervised by parents or guardians.
Live Music: Dirt Road Junction
TapStation, 320 S Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.tapstationapex.com
7:00 PM
Summary: A live country music performance at a downtown venue.
Live Music: Magic Pipers
The Backyard Bar, 2901 US 64 Hwy W, Apex, NC
https://www.thebackyardbarnc.com
8:00 PM
Live Music: Stevie Vee & Co
Peak of the Vine, 301 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.peakofthevine.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: Graham’s Number
Shakey Ray’s Tavern, 5160 Sunset Lake Rd, Apex, NC
https://shakeyrays.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Live Music: MikeMickXer Duo
Oaklyn Springs Brewery - Apex, 219 N Salem St, Apex, NC
https://www.oaklynsprings.com
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Fuquay-Varina
Friday, March 20
Live Music: Maskell Freeman Band
Aviator Pizzeria & BeerShop, 601 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live Music: Andy Hodgson
Oaklyn Springs Brewery - Varina, 505 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.oaklynsprings.com
10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Saturday, March 21
Event: Market on Tap: March Madness Vendor Market
Cleveland Draft House, 1420 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.clevelanddrafthouse.com
Noon – 5:00 PM
Summary: A vendor market with local shopping, games on TV, and prize opportunities for attendees.
Live Music: Throwback to the 90s Party
Mason Jar Lager Co, 341 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.masonjarlagerco.com
6:00 PM
Summary: A DJ-led event featuring 1990s music hits.
Live Music: Ry, Drew, and Jim “Old West Style Concert”
Oaklyn Springs Brewery, 2912 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.oaklynsprings.com
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Live Music: Proton Jones
Aviator Taphouse, 600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Live Music: 80s & 90s Country Night
The Mill, 146 S Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.themillfuquay.com
7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Summary: A themed music night featuring country hits from the 1980s and 1990s.
Sunday, March 22
Live Music: Sterling Scott
Aviator Taphouse, 600 E Broad St, Fuquay-Varina, NC
https://www.aviatorbrew.com
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Regional
Friday, March 20
Event: Down Home Concerts 2026: Balsam Range
Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC
https://www.martinmariettacenter.com
7:30 PM
Summary: A live bluegrass concert by award-winning band Balsam Range.
Saturday, March 21
Event: The R&B Lovers Tour
Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events/detail/the-rb-lovers-tour
8:00 PM
Summary: A concert featuring R&B artists including Keith Sweat, JOE, Dru Hill, and Ginuwine.
Sunday, March 22
Event: Brandon Lake
Lenovo Center, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC
https://www.lenovocenter.com/events/detail/brandon-lake
7:00 PM
Summary: A contemporary Christian music concert featuring Brandon Lake with special guests.