Join us on a tour of the Governor’s Palace and focus on the decorations for the upcoming “Candlelight Christmas Celebration.” Hadley Cheris, Tryon Palace Gardens and Greenhouse Manager, will lead a tour of the first floor of the Governor’s Palace, describing the special items used in the decorations, designing tips and the pieces’ theming for […]

Come out for some fabulous blues with Jim, you never know who is going to show up!

Tryon Palace historic clothing interpreter Leslie Lambrecht will lead a tour of the historic Jones House with a brief description of the house and then through the Tryon Palace Costume Shop on the first floor of the house. The costumer will discuss historical clothing research, the sewing techniques used in the past, and current projects […]

Join us on a tour of the Governor’s Palace and focus on the decorations for the upcoming “Candlelight Christmas Celebration.” Hadley Cheris, Tryon Palace Gardens and Greenhouse Manager, will lead a tour of the first floor of the Governor’s Palace, describing the special items used in the decorations, designing tips and the pieces’ theming for […]

JUMP on the Christmas Trolley Tour in this 1 Hour tour filled with caroling, a trip to see lights on Canterbury Lane and a visit with Santa's Elves and our . This trip departs from the back entrance of the O'Marks Building. Don't forget to wear your jammies! Starting at 5:30 pm

Join us on a tour of Stanly, Dixon and Commission Houses focused on the decorations and traditions of Christmas past. Matt Arthur, Tryon Palace Living History Coordinator, and Hadley Cheris, Tryon Palace Gardens and Greenhouse Manager, will lead a tour of the first floor of the Stanly, Dixon and Commission Houses, describing holiday traditions in […]

Join S and S Carriage Rides for a festive Christmas Light Tour in Downtown New Bern. *Private Rides - $60 (per group 4-6 people) *Trolley: $12 each for Adults & $6 for Children ++ Private rides only available on select dates - Dec 3, 10 & 17 Pick up/drop off across from Nautical Wheelers, corner […]

Join downtown businesses and restaurants for opening receptions, demonstrations, special events, and much more!  

It’s a New Bern tradition attended by hundreds: a Christmas trip down Canterbury is like a special-effects trip through space: colorful hanging orbs are suspended high in the trees like planets – and they are everywhere. To ride, park at Bangert Elementary School and enter the hayride in front of the school, on Canterbury Road. […]

Wear your jammies and snuggle up under the stars for a ride on The Polar Express! Admission is free and concessions will be available for purchase. Don’t forget to bring blankets and a lounge chair for viewing! The Polar Express is brought to you by the City of New Bern Parks and Recreation.

Come out to hear a versatile musician and singer!

Toyota of New Bern presents Brooke McBride in concert (dinner included with ticket purchase). Friday December 10 @ Stanly Hall Ballroom in New Bern, NC Tickets ONLY 25 for dinner and a show! Our menu will include baked Christmas ham, baked chicken, fried chicken, green beans and mashed potatoes and gravy! Not to mention sweet/unsweet […]

Join us for a holiday showcase with duo Lewis 'n Clark and dinner catered by La Casetta! Showtime is 7pm and tickets are required - $30/ea (and will be released to each ticket stop location on Monday - Tap That, La Casetta & Nautical Wheelers!) Celebrate the holidays with a great evening of entertainment, food, […]

Come out and hear some great live music!

JUMP on the Christmas Trolley Tour in this 1 Hour tour filled with caroling, a trip to see lights on Canterbury Lane and a visit with Santa's Elves and our . This trip departs from the back entrance of the O'Marks Building. Don't forget to wear your jammies! Starting at 5:30 pm

Due East is generously collecting donations for Colonial Capital Humane Society at the rockin' show! We will have donation boxes on hand for supply donations and collection jars for monetary donations! CCHS is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, all donations are tax deductible!

Cookie Walk will be held from 9am to 3pm on Saturday, Dec. 11, at Christ Church's Harrison Center (311 Middle Street in Downtown New Bern). All the proceeds from this event are returned to our community. If you'd like to help bake, prep or sell cookies, click on this link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094daea928abff2-cookie

The 2021 Havelock Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. This year's theme will be Candyland Christmas. The parade will enter US 70 at North Shepard Street / US 70 and will proceed westbound to Cunningham Blvd., where the parade entries will exit US 70. The City of Havelock […]

Celebrate the season at The Annual New Bern Gift Expo. Returning to the beautiful Riverfront Convention Center in downtown New Bern on Saturday, December 11 & Sunday, December 12, 2021. This event features exhibitors offering unique gifts, holiday treats and tons of shopping opportunities! While you are visiting, get inspired and educated at the ENC […]

Get inspired and educated at the ENC Home Expo Saturday, December 11 and Sunday, December 12. Professional advice and exclusive show specials for your home and lifestyle. While visiting, enjoy the festivities at The Annual New Bern Gift Expo. This event features exhibitors offering unique gifts, holiday treats and tons of shopping opportunities! Two amazing […]

The members of the New Bern Woman’s Club  are pleased to invite you to be their guest at the 22nd “The Holly & The Ivy” Holiday Homes Tour on Saturday, December 11th from 10:30 to 3:30.  All net proceeds from the tour go to benefit charitable causes in our community and our three annual college scholarships. You won’t want […]

New Bern’s own all-female a cappella group will be performing Christmas carols at one of the historic homes featured on the Holly and the Ivy Holiday Homes Tour, hosted by the New Bern Woman’s Club!

Be greeted by sounds of the season as you enter the Historic Athens Theatre to enjoy this year’s ballet production presented as a bedtime story for Marie, as told by her Mother. Join in the magical adventure that includes a grand Christmas party, twirling snowflakes, a nutcracker soldier, life-size mouse queen, and a journey to […]

Join S and S Carriage Rides for a festive Christmas Light Tour in Downtown New Bern. *Private Rides - $60 (per group 4-6 people) *Trolley: $12 each for Adults & $6 for Children ++ Private rides only available on select dates - Dec 3, 10 & 17 Pick up/drop off across from Nautical Wheelers, corner […]

Celebrate the season at The Annual New Bern Gift Expo. Returning to the beautiful Riverfront Convention Center in downtown New Bern on Saturday, December 11 & Sunday, December 12, 2021. This event features exhibitors offering unique gifts, holiday treats and tons of shopping opportunities! While you are visiting, get inspired and educated at the ENC […]

Get inspired and educated at the ENC Home Expo Saturday, December 11 and Sunday, December 12. Professional advice and exclusive show specials for your home and lifestyle. While visiting, enjoy the festivities at The Annual New Bern Gift Expo. This event features exhibitors offering unique gifts, holiday treats and tons of shopping opportunities! Two amazing […]

I'll be jamming out Sunday, December 12th from 1-4pm at The Garage in James City, NC! There will be food and plenty of local vendors with all kinds of cool stuff for you to peruse while I serenade you 

Be greeted by sounds of the season as you enter the Historic Athens Theatre to enjoy this year’s ballet production presented as a bedtime story for Marie, as told by her Mother. Join in the magical adventure that includes a grand Christmas party, twirling snowflakes, a nutcracker soldier, life-size mouse queen, and a journey to […]

Sister Act Music By:  Alan Menken Lyrics by: Glenn Slater Book by: Cheri Steinkellner & Bill Steinkellner        Additional Book Material:  Douglas Carter Beane  Based on the Touchstone Pictures Motion Picture "Sister Act" written by Joseph Howard