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Valentine’s Day Bliss in Fuquay-Varina: A Local Love Story
As Cupid’s arrow approaches, it’s time to plan the perfect Valentine’s Day celebration in Fuquay-Varina! Our charming town offers a delightful blend of local experiences, making it the ideal backdrop for a romantic day with friends or that special someone.
- ❤️Shop Local for Love🩷 Start your Valentine’s adventure by exploring the unique boutiques and shops that Fuquay-Varina has to offer. Whether it’s a thoughtful piece of jewelry, a handmade craft, or a personalized gift, local businesses provide a range of options for finding that perfect token of affection. Support local artisans and surprise your loved ones with something truly special.
- 🧑🤝👩Stroll through Love Lane🥰 Take a leisurely walk down Fuquay-Varina’s historic streets, where the charming atmosphere sets the perfect mood for a romantic day. Admire the historic architecture, quaint storefronts, and perhaps stumble upon hidden gems along the way. It’s an ideal setting for a hand-in-hand stroll with your significant other.
- 🍷Dine Local, Love Local🍝 Fuquay-Varina boasts an array of local eateries, from cozy cafes to fine dining restaurants. Make reservations at a charming restaurant for a delightful Valentine’s dinner experience. Enjoy a romantic meal with your loved ones, savoring the flavors of locally sourced ingredients and supporting the town’s culinary scene.
- 🪁Capture Memories at Falcon Park🚲 Create lasting memories by taking a visit to Falcon Park. Whether it’s a picnic, a game of frisbee, or just enjoying the serenity of nature, the park provides a lovely backdrop for quality time with friends or a romantic moment with your significant other.
- 🍰Sweet Endings with Local Treats☕ Conclude your day on a sweet note by indulging in local treats. Visit a nearby bakery for delectable desserts or grab a scoop of homemade ice cream from a local shop. Share these sweet moments as you relish the flavors of Fuquay-Varina.
Our picks:
Pick from an array of gorgeous bouquets, plants, and so much more from Flowers on Broad Street
Enjoy a glass of wine or a cold beer at Cellar 55
Take on some delicious Italian cuisine in a romantic atmosphere at Garibaldis
Step outside of your comfort zone with your significant other and head over to Inner Beast Hatchet House
This Valentine’s Day, celebrate love, friendship, and the local charm of Fuquay-Varina. From thoughtful gifts to intimate dinners, this town offers a perfect blend of experiences to make your day truly special. So, shop local, dine local, and cherish the love that blooms in this charming corner of North Carolina.
Christmas Lights in Fuquay-Varina – UPDATED 2023
It truly is the most wonderful time of the year. From family gatherings to joyful music to holiday lights, the season is filled with many reasons to smile! To make your hectic holiday season a little easier, we have found four local Fuquay-Varina holiday light shows for you to visit this year! Some are free and some cost an entry fee, please plan accordingly!
Holland Road Lights is a unique experience. The owners have put together a helpful tips list (which I have included below) to ensure you do not miss out!
- Holland Rd. Lights 409 Holland Rd, Fuquay-Varina, NC, 27526
- Mill Ridge Neighborhood 2232 Belvinwood Drive, Fuquay-Varina, NC
- Noor Lane Light Show 1129 Noor Lane, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
- South Lakes Neighborhood 810 Lake Artesia Lane, Fuquay Varina, NC
- Carriage Heights Neighborhood 804 Ribbonleaf Ln, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
- Hilltop Point Estates 5425 Downtown Grove Ct, Fuquay-Varina, NC, 27526
- Naylor Family Farms – $16 entry fee 6106 US 401 N, Fuquay-Varina, NC, 27526
Holland Road Lights is a unique experience. The owners have put together a helpful tips list (which I have included below) to ensure you do not miss out!
Located at the corner of Holland Road and Powell Drive in Fuquay Varina – come visit the light show!! Runs daily from dusk to 10:30.
409 Holland Rd, Fuquay VarinaA few notes for visitors:1. We have music on a small speaker, as well as broadcasting on FM 90.9. Feel free to pull over and roll your windows down on Holland Rd or Powell Drive and get your car radio blasting!2. A good driving approach since we have the show in our backyard as well this year is to enter Powell Drive from England Avenue and then make a right on Holland. Please view from outside the picket fence or the end of our driveway – there are wires everywhere inside the fence and it’s a trip hazard. You can view from your car or feel free to get out and dance!3. We will be having a toy and food drive drive this year to benefit local kids in need of some Christmas cheer, it will be going to a local charity who will distribute to needy kids as well as the local food bank. If you feel led to give, we have a rubbermaid tote at the end of our driveway that you can leave something in. Please make sure the lid is sealed tight so everything stays dry.4. We have had several people ask about donating to our light show itself. While we do this for the community at no charge, it does take over 40 hours of setup and prep and usually a few hundred dollars of new material every year. Should you wish to donate, our Venmo is @Brent-Deitrich and Cash app is $brengamgee – Its not expected but always appreciated!
We hope you enjoy our light show, and Merry Christmas!
Naylor Farm Lights – $16/entry
Admission includes HAYRIDE, VISIT WITH SANTA, PETTING ZOO, SLIDES, & INFLATABLES! Shop inside their gift shop for local goodies – candy, jams, produce, and so much more!
Letters to Santa – A Special Delivery!
Grab the kiddos and head out to Santa’s Mailbox to drop off their letters, now through December 15th –

Located under the gazebo at Fuquay Mineral Spring Park.
We’ve received an official Letter to Santa template from our Elf friends at the North Pole! Find it HERE!
Venture out to Mineral Spring Park between the hours of 5pm – 10pm and guide yourself through a wonderland of majestic Christmas lights! Lights will be up through the beginning of January.
Fuquay-Varina Town Tree Lighting & Sleigh Rides
Come out and celebrate the official start of the holidays in Fuquay! Fuquay-Varina’s annual tree lighting will take place at 6pm in the parking lot off S. Main St! Fun for all ages to be had starting at 4pm! Seasons Greetings!
GIVEAWAY : Head over to our Facebook and/or our Instagram to find out how to enter to win 4 FAST PASS TICKETS for the Downtown Sleigh Rides 🛷
- 4 – 8 pm 🎅 Ice Skating (E Vance St)
- 6 pm 🎅 Lighting of the Tree (215 S Main St.)
- 6 – 8 pm 🎅 S’mores (S Main St.)
- 6 – 9 pm 🎅 Artist Village (S Main St.)
- 6 – 8 pm 🎅 Downtown Sleigh Rides (tickets required)
- 6:15 – 8:30 pm 🎅 Choral Performances (215 S Main St.)
- 6:15 – 8:30 pm 🎅 Cookies and Hot Cocoa (215 S Main St.)
- 6:30 – 8:30 pm 🎅 Pictures with Santa (Mineral Spring Park)
PLEASE NOTE: Vance St, Depot St, S Main St, Raleigh St, and Spring Ave
WILL BE CLOSED OFF FOR MOST OF THE DAY!
Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday – NOVEMBER 25th, 2023 Come out to both Fuquay and Varina Districts this Saturday to support your favorite local boutiques and shops for small business Saturday! Many local businesses will be offering specials and sales for the day (or weekend) so be sure to check them out! Small Business Saturday in Fuquay-Varina is the perfect day to not only support your community but also get some unique and fun Holiday gifts for your family and friends!
Need some ideas on where to stop? New to the area? We have you covered! THE SHOPPES ON MAIN ASHWORTHS CLOTHING & SHOES ALL THINGS GIRLY / MERLE NORMAN FOR ALL THINGS SOUTHERN / WILD HAIR GIFTS PIEDMONT POTTERY GARDEN HUT K’ N B’S MARKETPLACE COUSIN COUTURE FLOWERS ON BROAD ADORN HOME FURNISHINGS GAIL & GRACE INNERBEAST HATCHET HOUSE CURATED GIFTS LOLLIPOPS CHILDREN’S BOUTIQUE FUQUAY SPICE AND TEA
Fuquay Feast + Frolic
Presented by the Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association, Fuquay Feast and Frolic is back for a week-long event celebrating local breweries, resturants, and bars! There are lots of special touches going into Fuquay Feast and Frolic and we promise you do not want to miss out!
WAIT, WHAT?! All five local breweries collaborated to give us a limited release beer (!!!) and the name? Well of course, “Fuquay Famous”! Specials will be found at some of your favorite local resturants as well!
Check them out below —












Coffee With A Cop
Mark your calendars! Coffee with a cop is happening HERE at our office! Front Porch Realty welcomes the community to stop by for a meet and greet with our Fuquay-Varina Police Department!
DATE: September 6, 2023
TIME: 9am – 10:30am
WHERE: 604 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, 27526
Coworkers, entrepreneurs, designers, telecommuters, mompreneurs, retirees, business owners, citizens, friends, and family are encouraged to come out and get the opportunity to meet and greet your local Fuquay-Varina Police Department Officers, Investigators, and others. There’s no better opportunity to ask questions, voice concerns, make new connections, or just chat with the officers than participating in Coffee With a Cop.Right Meow Cat Cafe
