Free events in Holly Springs, NC

Settle into a restorative sound bath that invites relaxation, reconnection, and rejuvenation as you gently rest in waves of sound. Please bring a yoga mat, comfortable clothing, a water bottle, and a blanket. A sleep mask is optional. Donations are welcome in cash or via Venmo.

Bass Lake Park hosts an evening with National Geographic Explorer Dr. Roland Kays, who will share a first-hand report from his cross-country expedition retracing the route of Lewis and Clark. Working with the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute and partners across the country, his team re-surveyed wildlife along the historic path to compare today’s observations with notes recorded from 1804 to 1806. Dr. Kays, together with Matt Jones, Head of Digital Media at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences, will present Return of the Wild and discuss how modern findings line up with the original journals. Expect stories from the field and striking video gathered through camera traps, GPS tracking, and on-the-water observation by canoe and kayak, plus time spent in wetlands, forests, and prairies. The program includes a sneak peek of footage being developed for a national documentary, along with refreshments and an opportunity to meet Dr. Kays and Matt Jones. Dr. Kays directs the Biodiversity Research Lab at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences and serves as a research scientist at NC State University. His work blends technology and traditional field methods to study free-ranging animals, and he regularly shares insights on the Wild Animals YouTube channel and the museum’s Wild Animals Podcast. Admission is free, with optional donations during registration to support conservation work. Space is limited, so advance registration is recommended to reserve a seat.

Stop by the Saturday Market at Fuquay-Varina Growers Market for a day full of fresh local produce and other market favorites. The market runs from late morning until noon, so you can swing by and browse at your own pace.

In Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, a community drive is making school supplies available so students can start the new year prepared and confident. Families may receive materials for their learners. The spirit of the event reflects the message, Live Each Day In Love.

SuperFun Saturday is a free arts and crafts event for kids ages 4 to 12. There is no registration required, and a parent or guardian must accompany children. Expect a couple of hours of hands-on, creative fun.