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’ four seasons […]

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 us December 13th at 4pm, and share the excitement as we celebrate our State 4-A Champions New Bern High School Bears with a parade downtown! PARADE ROUTE: Beginning at Broad and Middle Street the parade will travel down Middle Street and South Front Street, ending at Union Point Park. Congratulations NBHS! #football #bearseason […]

Ice skating at Union Point Park is a new event and it brings a unique element to New Bern’s holiday tradition. The synthetic ice skating rink can accommodate 30-40 skaters at a time.  Parks & Recreation staff will have skates available for rent in children and adult sizes, on a first come, first serve basis. […]

We invite you to join the community band at the Grover C. Fields Auditorium for a night of music, to include some familiar festive favorites. Join us for a perfect evening to ring in the Holiday season, performed by local musicians! Admission is free! Toys for Tots will be on site accepting new, unwrapped toys […]

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’ four seasons […]

Ice skating at Union Point Park is a new event and it brings a unique element to New Bern’s holiday tradition. The synthetic ice skating rink can accommodate 30-40 skaters at a time.  Parks & Recreation staff will have skates available for rent in children and adult sizes, on a first come, first serve basis. […]

Join us for an evening of familiar Celtic Christmas carols with lively tunes infused to celebrate the season. Celtic album of the year winner Jennifer Licko will perform songs from her critically acclaimed ‘Lights of Christmas’ holiday cd alongside world renowned Celtic instrumentalists.

Trucks delivering the wreaths will be escorted from the Clarks Rd Rest Area to the cemetery. Those wanting to participate in the escort should arrive at the rest area before 7:30am. The wreaths will arrive at the cemetery by 8:30am. Anyone wanting to help with unloading is welcome, but please DO NOT park inside the […]

The Palace often conjures images of the Governors and their families who called the building home. What often is missing from the picture, however, is the number of staff, free and enslaved, who cooked the food, cared for the horses, emptied the chamber pots, and anything else that was required to make a life of […]

Ice skating at Union Point Park is a new event and it brings a unique element to New Bern’s holiday tradition. The synthetic ice skating rink can accommodate 30-40 skaters at a time.  Parks & Recreation staff will have skates available for rent in children and adult sizes, on a first come, first serve basis. […]

Experience a small town Christmas in Downtown New Bern while eating and shopping local. Businesses will extend their shopping hours until 8pm on these nights. Plus, Santa will be in Bear Plaza from 4-8pm and it will be snowing from 6-8pm! For a map of participating businesses, please go to https://www.facebook.com/bearymerryevents Enjoy live music at […]

Join us in Bear Plaza downtown for a small Christmas concert by Jake Sutton! Santa will be taking pictures & SNOW will be falling during this magical event!

Come celebrate the re-opening of the Brown Pelican! Rick & Jenna will be playing your favorites, the bar is open, lots of parking around the back. Come join in!!

PLUS Dueling Pianos is the ultimate experience and are back December 15th at 8pm! Dueling Pianos is two piano players & a drummer who play and sing your favorite songs with the highest level of entertainment! Request songs for them to play all night long. We promise a great time full of laughs! Tickets: $15 […]

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 […]

Get the Christmas season started off with a ride on the Christmas Wagon..  Rides begin/end at the corner of S. Front & Craven Streets across from Nautical Wheelers.  The wagon will hold 10 passengers and each ride is approximately 18 to 20 minutes long. Children 2 and under ride free. Reservations are recommended,  but not […]

Ice skating at Union Point Park is a new event and it brings a unique element to New Bern’s holiday tradition. The synthetic ice skating rink can accommodate 30-40 skaters at a time.  Parks & Recreation staff will have skates available for rent in children and adult sizes, on a first come, first serve basis. […]

Join us for this special tour to experience the charm of Christmas with a trip to see the lights of New Bern, including Canterbury Road,  with caroling and a visit with Christmas Bear and Santa's Elves. Adults $20, Children (4 to 12) $10 and lap riders 3 and under are free. This tour departs from […]

Join us in Union Point Park as we celebrate the season with Disney's Frozen! The magical ambience in the park is sure to add to this event. Candy, popcorn, sodas, smores, and hot cocoa will be sold onsite! Wear your comfiest seasonal attire and bring cozy blankets to nestle up and enjoy the evening for […]

Make Havelock Shine is a "LIVE" window display decorating contest for businesses. Citizens may view the completed displays on December 16th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in a community ride-along parade. This parade is self-led using the map provided that lists participating businesses. Vehicles are required to drive in the right lane with flashers […]

Join us for an evening of traditional Christmas Music with Craig Woolard and the Embers. A great evening for the entire family. The Embers bring their signature sound to all of your favorite Holiday Tunes! Expect Santa and a few of his holiday characters to make a special appearance! Make the Embers a part of […]

Come celebrate the re-opening of the Brown Pelican. Matt will play your favorites, drinks served!

Tickets on sale soon at Nautical Wheelers or online at www.rivertowneplayers.org/tickets Director: Nick Ryback                     Producer: Susie Tilley

Come out to hear a wide variety of music live! Drinks served at the bar

Ice skating at Union Point Park is a new event and it brings a unique element to New Bern’s holiday tradition. The synthetic ice skating rink can accommodate 30-40 skaters at a time.  Parks & Recreation staff will have skates available for rent in children and adult sizes, on a first come, first serve basis. […]

Excited to announce our first Christmas Wonderland celebration at New Bern KOA! More details to come but may include kids craft, Polar Express train ride, Santa's sleigh wagon, outdoor movie with hot cocoa and marshmallows, there may even be a visit from Santa! 11:00am Polar Express Train Ride 12:00pm Christmas Crafts 1:00pm Santa's Sleigh Wagon […]

Get the Christmas season started off with a ride on the Christmas Wagon..  Rides begin/end at the corner of S. Front & Craven Streets across from Nautical Wheelers.  The wagon will hold 10 passengers and each ride is approximately 18 to 20 minutes long. Children 2 and under ride free. Reservations are recommended,  but not […]

This famed North Carolina tradition returns to Tryon Palace in 2022 with beautiful decorations inspired by the four seasons and the tale of a mysterious princess illuminated by the magical glow of candlelight. Candlelight is a site wide event for Tryon Palace that includes tours of the Governor’s Palace, Stanly House, Dixon House, and numerous […]

Join us for this special tour to experience the charm of Christmas with a trip to see the lights of New Bern, including Canterbury Road,  with caroling and a visit with Christmas Bear and Santa's Elves. Adults $20, Children (4 to 12) $10 and lap riders 3 and under are free. This tour departs from […]

Join us in Bear Plaza downtown for a small Christmas concert by Shannan Grace! Santa will be taking pictures & SNOW will be falling during this magical event!

Tickets on sale soon at Nautical Wheelers or online at www.rivertowneplayers.org/tickets Director: Nick Ryback                     Producer: Susie Tilley

Lets celebrate whats left of 2022 with... BOOMERANG New Berns Favorite Nostagia Party Band. Dance to the hits of the 60s,70s and 80s...

Calling all our New Bern friends! Here is our schedule for 2022...We hope to see you at a show !

Live music with E Squared!!!

Ice skating at Union Point Park is a new event and it brings a unique element to New Bern’s holiday tradition. The synthetic ice skating rink can accommodate 30-40 skaters at a time.  Parks & Recreation staff will have skates available for rent in children and adult sizes, on a first come, first serve basis. […]

Come celebrate the re-opening of the Brown Pelican with the tradition of Blues! You never know who will show up....drinks available at the bar.

Come out and hear all your favorites live! Full bar service

Join us for this special tour to experience the charm of Christmas with a trip to see the lights of New Bern, including Canterbury Road,  with caroling and a visit with Christmas Bear and Santa's Elves. Adults $20, Children (4 to 12) $10 and lap riders 3 and under are free. This tour departs from […]