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3rd Annual Carry It Forward – GivingTuesday Event
3rd Annual Carry It Forward – GivingTuesday Event
Join Nonprofit Organizations from New Bern and the surrounding area for GivingTuesday on Tuesday, November 29th from 3 - 6 PM. Enjoy live entertainment, learn more about local organizations, and show your support. GivingTuesday has been observed in the New Bern community since the movement began in 2012. Typically a day of recognition for local […]
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Bryan Mayer at Beary Merry Christmas!
Bryan Mayer at Beary Merry Christmas!
Join us in Bear Plaza downtown for a small Christmas concert by Bryan Mayer! Santa will be taking pictures & SNOW will be falling during this magical event!
Appalachian Christmas
Appalachian Christmas
Craven Community Chorus presents: Appalachian Christmas under the direction of Philip Evancho. Accompaniment will be the Trent River Orchestra and pianist Cheryl Arthur Kite. Tickets are available at Bank of the Arts, UPS Store, Fuller’s Music, Kitchen on Trent, Harris Teeter ($1 VIC discount), chorus members and at the door (if available). Concert dates and […]
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Christmas Light Tours by Carriage
Christmas Light Tours by Carriage
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 […]
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
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 […]
Simon Spalding at Beary Merry Christmas!
Simon Spalding at Beary Merry Christmas!
Join us in Bear Plaza downtown for a small Christmas concert by Simon Spalding! Santa will be taking pictures & SNOW will be falling during this magical event!
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Craven County Jaycees Christmas Parade
MORE DETAILS COMING SOON!! It’s that time of year again where we want to start getting things going for the Downtown New Bern festivities! We want to try and get an even bigger turnout with our Parade! If you or someone you know is interested in being a part of this event, we would like […]
Pancakes for PIE
Pancakes for PIE
Flip Out Over Pancakes for PIE Looking for the perfect way to have a delicious pancake breakfast before visiting Santa in Bear Plaza, taking in some shopping, and enjoying the many activities happening during the holiday season in beautiful, historic downtown New Bern? New Bern, North Carolina’s Colonial Capital, literally transforms into a wonderland the […]
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa
Experience Christmas magic as you stop by our Nine Festive Stations spread out in the DoubleTree by Hilton New Bern Riverfront. Enjoy a Breakfast Buffet, Photographs with Santa, Whoville & Sweet Shop, Christmas Crafts, Cookie Decorating, Storytime with Mrs. Claus, Letters to Santa (a return response from Santa before Christmas), Bead-making, hand-made Christmas ornaments for […]
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Appalachian Christmas
Appalachian Christmas
Craven Community Chorus presents: Appalachian Christmas under the direction of Philip Evancho. Accompaniment will be the Trent River Orchestra and pianist Cheryl Arthur Kite. Tickets are available at Bank of the Arts, UPS Store, Fuller’s Music, Kitchen on Trent, Harris Teeter ($1 VIC discount), chorus members and at the door (if available). Concert dates and […]
Elf The Musical
Elf The Musical
Tickets on sale soon at Nautical Wheelers or online at www.rivertowneplayers.org/tickets Director: Nick Ryback Producer: Susie Tilley
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Sam Lewis at Beary Merry Christmas!
Sam Lewis at Beary Merry Christmas!
Join us in Bear Plaza downtown for a small Christmas concert by Sam Lewis! Santa will be taking pictures & SNOW will be falling during this magical event!
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Christmas Light Tours by Carriage
Christmas Light Tours by Carriage
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 […]
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
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 […]
Live Window Displays
Live Window Displays
Downtown shops participate in this annual event to have their self-made live window displays for visitors and residents to stroll through the historic district and view. Windows will be judged and a trophy awarded to the winner
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Havelock Christmas Parade
Havelock Christmas Parade
2022 Theme: "Hometown Christmas" Enjoy the Havelock Christmas Parade, which enter US 70 at North Shepard Street / US 70 and will proceed westbound to Cunningham Blvd., where the parade entries will exit US 70.
Christ Church Cookie Walk
Christ Church Cookie Walk
Christ Episcopal Church will host its 23rd Annual Cookie Walk at the Harrison Center on 311 Middle Street December 10th Doors open at 10am so Come early to get the best selection. Enjoy live music while you take in the sights and smells of the thousands of homemade Cookies, Specialty Items and Party Platters for […]
The Holly & The Ivy Holiday Homes Tour
The Holly & The Ivy Holiday Homes Tour
This year’s Holly & Ivy is scheduled for Saturday, the 10 th of December 2022, from 10:30 am until 3:30 pm. The event gives folks the opportunity to see the interiors of six beautiful homes built in a range of styles and dates, decorated for the holidays in the downtown historic district of New Bern. […]
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An Elf Comes To Tryon Palace
An Elf Comes To Tryon Palace
Tryon Palace is delighted to present New Bern Puppets and their show “An Elf Comes to Tryon Palace.” It is a story about a mysterious stranger who visits New Bern to discover how Colonial North Carolinians celebrate Christmas. The newcomer meets young Margaret Tryon, the Royal Governor's daughter. Dismayed to hear how meager the holiday […]
Elf The Musical
Elf The Musical
Tickets on sale soon at Nautical Wheelers or online at www.rivertowneplayers.org/tickets Director: Nick Ryback Producer: Susie Tilley
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Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
Craven Community Concert Band Holiday Concert
Craven Community Concert Band Holiday Concert
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 […]
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Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
Celtic Christmas Concert
Celtic Christmas Concert
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.
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Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
Jake Sutton at Beary Merry Christmas!
Jake Sutton at Beary Merry Christmas!
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!
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Christmas Light Tours by Carriage
Christmas Light Tours by Carriage
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 Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
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 […]
7 events,
Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
Christmas at the KOA
Christmas at the KOA
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 […]
Christmas Light Tours by Carriage
Christmas Light Tours by Carriage
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 […]
2 events,
Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
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 […]
2 events,
Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
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 […]
2 events,
Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
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 […]
2 events,
Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
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 […]
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Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
Christmas Light Tours by Carriage
Christmas Light Tours by Carriage
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 […]
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
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 […]
3 events,
Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
Christmas Light Tours by Carriage
Christmas Light Tours by Carriage
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 […]
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
Beary Merry Christmas Lights Express
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 […]
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Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
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Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
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Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
1 event,
Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
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NYE Party at Tap That!
The Lost Artists are BACK for our NYE Party! Great music, prizes, food, drinks & our lovely bartenders will be giving you a party to remember! Come say goodbye to 2022!
The Most EPIC NYE Party in New Bern History w/ Stray Volts, BiPolar Express, Big Jim Kohler & DJ B!
THIS NEW YEARS BLOCK PARTY KEEPS GETTING BETTER! THREE BANDS. THREE STAGES. ONE DJ! ONE PARTY! It's a block party of EPIC PROPORTIONS hosted at Blackbeard's Triple Play and at Bootleggers and Barrels and at the attached Farmers Market Building next door! PLUS NO COVER CHARGE! Stray Volts - Farmers Market Building The BiPolar Express […]
Ice Skating Rink
Ice Skating Rink
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. […]
New Year’s Eve Block Party
New Year’s Eve Block Party
The Riverside Automotive Group New Year's Eve Block Party returns to downtown New Bern on Saturday, December 31st! This FREE event begins at 5:30pm and includes family-friendly activities, live music, street performances, a kids fun zone with games and activities, food trucks and much more! A beer garden will be hosted by the Craven Arts […]