January

New Bern First Night 2010

DATE: 1/1/10

LOCATION: downtown New Bern

WEBSITE: http://www.newbern300th.com/FirstNight.htm

First Night® New Bern 2010 will be the opening event for The City of New Bern's 300th Anniversary Celebration. First Night® is an international celebration held in over 100 downtowns every New Year's Eve. It is arts-based and family oriented. New Bern First Night® will include over 30 sites for entertainment - many free events, some requiring purchase of a button for admission.


Forever Free: Abraham Lincoln's Journey to Emancipation

DATE: 1/2/10 - 1/6/10

LOCATION: New Bern Library

The "Forever Free" traveling exhibit will be on display in the auditorium at New Bern-Craven County Public Library. "Forever Free" examines President Lincoln's thoughts about slavery throughout his political career and the conditions which led to the Emancipation Proclamation. It traces Abraham Lincoln's gradual transformation from an antislavery moderate into "The Great Emancipator," who freed all slaves with a revolutionary war-time proclamation in 1863.

"Forever Free" is organized by the Untington Library and The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History in cooperation with the American Library Association Public Programs Office. it is made possible through major grants from the national Endowment for the Humanities and the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission.


William Henry Singleton's Recollections of My Slavery Days: A North carolina Slave's View of the Civil War and its Legacies

DATE: 1/5/10

LOCATION: New Bern Library

This is the concluding event for the Exhibit "Forever Free: Abraham Lincoln's Journey to Emancipation" held at the New Bern-Craven County Public Library.

In 1922, the former slave and Union Army veteran, William Henry Singleton, published an autobiography that provides a fascinating glimpse of life in a North Carolina coastal city and rural neighborhood. Katherine Mellon Charron, Assistant Professor of History at North Carolina, explores what Singleton's narrative reveals about a place and the people in it, about slavery and freedom, and the bridge between the two. This program is made possible by a grant from the North Carolina Humanities Council, statewide nonprofit and affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities..


Sixth Annual RIVERKEEPER® Film Festival-Oriental

DATE: 01/15/10

TIME: 6:30

WEBSITE: http://neuseriver.org/events/filmfestival.html

Created in 2005, the Neuse RIVERKEEPER® Film Festival has expanded its audience while maintaining a friendly, intimate atmosphere by selecting local community theater venues throughout the Neuse River basin.  Each evening screening will begin with a reception; wine and microbrews will be served at each location. 

Adult tickets are $10 and tickets for children under 18 or students with a school ID are $5


Sixth Annual RIVERKEEPERR Film Festival-New Bern

DATE: 1/17/10

TIME: 1:30

WEBSITE: http://neuseriver.org/events/filmfestival.html

Created in 2005, the Neuse RIVERKEEPER® Film Festival has expanded its audience while maintaining a friendly, intimate atmosphere by selecting local community theater venues throughout the Neuse River basin.  Each evening screening will begin with a reception; wine and microbrews will be served at each location.

Adult tickets are $10 and tickets for children under 18 or students with a school ID are $5.   


BBQ in Blue Jeans

DATE: 1/22/10

LOCATION: New Bern Riverfront Convention Center

Barbecue in Blue Jeans is an annual fund raiser for the New Bern Firemen's Museum. Come join the fun at the Riverfront Convention Center. Food and music are provided for the cost of the ticket. Doors open at 6 PM and dinner is served at 7 PM. For tickets, call the Firemen's Museum at (252) 636-4078.


Annual Shrine Winter Ceremonial & Parade

DATE: 1/23/10

LOCATION: downtown New Bern

About 2,500 Sudan Shriners and families are to be in New Bern the weekend of the Annual Winter Ceremonial, highlighted publicly with Saturday’s annual Shriner’s parade. The noon parade begins on George Street, with 47 units moving through downtown. It is always a colorful and lively event, with traditional Shriner units such as the motor patrol, mini rigs, mini choppers and mini cars, along with the drum and bugle corps, keystone kops and mourners.


Bridal Expo

DATE: 1/30

TIME: 10:00 - 4:00

LOCATION: New Bern Riverfront Convention Center

WEBSITE: www.encshows.com

The Bridal Expo is a great way to shop and browse for wedding ideas and wedding professionals in one place. The Bridal Expo is a gathering of local and national wedding professionals showcasing their services and products to you face to face. The Bridal Expo will feature showcases of local Wedding Bands, DJs, and other Entertainers, along with Fashion Shows. So visit the Bridal Expo and see photographer’s pictures and photographic styles, watch a sample wedding video from a local videographer, sample food from caterers, and just have fun.


Livingston Taylor in Concert

DATE: 1/31/10

TIME: 7:30

LOCATION: New Bern Riverfront Convention Center

The New Bern Historical Society is sponsoring "Livingston Taylor in Concert" on January 31, 2010 at 7:30 PM at the New Bern River Front Convention Center.

Historical note: Livingston Taylor is brother of James Taylor AND the great-great-great grandson of New Bern's own Isaac Tayor!

For more information, contact the New Bern Historical Society at 252 638-8558.


The 21st Annual Sunday Jazz Showcase

DATE: 1/31/10

TIME: 1:30 and 7:00

LOCATION: New Bern Hilton

Two performances at 1:30 and 7:00 p.m. at the New Bern Hilton. Enjoy the music of renowed Jazz musicians Ken Peplowski, Bob Alberti, Chris Russell, George Sheck, Bill Prince, and the vocals of Lynn Roberts.

For more information, please visit Craven Arts Council & Gallery. or contact them at (252) 638-2577.


 
February

Antique Show

DATE: 2/12/10 - 2/14/10

LOCATION: New Bern Riverfront Convention Center

WEBSITE: www.newbernpf.org

The New Bern Preservation Foundation will hold its 22nd annual Antique Show February 2010 at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center. There will be more than 40 specially invited dealers from the entire Eastern seaboard who will offer 18th through 20th century furniture, prints, linens, silver, crystal, glass, jewelry, books, toys, civil war items and much more for sale. There will also be verbal appraisals, presentations, and raffles held during the show.

Please contact the foundation at 252-633-6448 or visit their web site at www.newbernpf.org for additional information.


North Carolina Symphony

DATE: 2/17/10

TIME: 7:30

LOCATION: New Bern Riverfront Convention Center


The Palace by George

DATE: 2/20/10 - 2/22/10

LOCATION: Tryon Palace

A weekend event intended to celebrate George Washington's visit to New Bern during his Southern Tour in 1791. There will be recreations of historical events (such as the dancing assembly held in Washington's honor), patriotic artifacts on display, and craft activities and programs for children.

For more information, please visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.


Civil War Adventure Day

DATE: 2/27/10

TIME: 9:30 - 2:00

LOCATION: Battlefield Park

Children ages 6 - 12 are welcome to bring an adult for a day of Civil War adventure. Civil War re-enactors from the 26th and 7th NC Regiments will demonstrate encampment life as living history. Battlefield Guides will provide an informative and entertaining walking tour of the Battlefield. Also included in the day are authentic Civil War drills, history-related craft activities and a Commissary Lunch cookout. Each participant's parent or guardian will accompany him or her throughout the event. Civil War Adventure Day concludes with a battle re-enactment for the enjoyment of all attendees. The event will be at Battlefield Park from 9:30 AM to 2 PM.

For more information, please visit the New Bern Historical Society(252) 638-8558.


 
March

ArtWalk Downtown New Bern

DATE: 3/12/10

TIME: 8:00-8:00

LOCATION: Downtown New Bern

ArtWalk Downtown New Bern is sponsored by the Downtown Business Association and Craven Arts Council and features local art and artists, live music, and refreshments.

ArtWalk is designed to spotlight the City's high level of art-related businesses. Visitors can stroll along a six-block area of Middle, Craven, Pollock, and East and South Front Streets, where galleries and art stores remain open until 8 PM.

Free Event


The Middle Street St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival

DATE: 3/14/10

TIME: 2:00

LOCATION: Downtown New Bern

St. Patrick's Day Celebration

The parade starts at 2 PM. The line-up is at the New Bern Police Station on George Street. They will march down Broad Street to Middle Street and end at the Farmer's Market where there will be Irish entertainment and Irish wares. Everyone is invited, fun for the whole family.

Free Event


Taste of Coastal Carolina at New Bern

DATE: 3/16/10

LOCATION: Downtown New Bern

Taste of Coastal Carolina will showcase the culinary talents of local restaurants and chefs. All proceeds support the work of the Neuse Riverkeeper Foundation in improving water quality in the Neuse River Basin.
For more information, please visit the Neuse Riverkeeper Foundation.


African American Historic Downtown Walking Tour

DATE: 3/21/10

TIME: 2:00

LOCATION: Downtown New Bern

Learn about 300 years of African American history on a walking tour of New Bern's historic district. This tour begins at 2:00 PM at the Tryon Palace Visitor's Center lobby and lasts approximately 90 minutes and covers 16 blocks. The cost is $4 per adult and $2 per student. Reservations required; call (252) 514-4935.

For more information or reservations, please visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.


Civil War Adventure Day

DATE: 3/27/10

TIME: 9:30-2:00

LOCATION: Battlefield Park, New Bern

Children ages 6 - 12 are welcome to bring an adult for a day of Civil War adventure. Civil War re-enactors from the 26th and 7th NC Regiments will demonstrate encampment life as living history. Battlefield Guides will provide an informative and entertaining walking tour of the Battlefield. Also included in the day are authentic Civil War drills, history-related craft activities and a Commissary Lunch cookout. Each participant's parent or guardian will accompany him or her throughout the event. Civil War Adventure Day concludes with a battle re-enactment for the enjoyment of all attendees. The event will be at Battlefield Park from 9:30 AM to 2 PM.

For more information, please visit the New Bern Historical Society(252) 638-8558.


 
April

Oriental Farmer's Market

DATE: Saturdays

TIME: 8:30 - 11:30

LOCATION: Downtown Oriental

The Oriental Farmer's Market is held every Saturday morning at Wit's End on Hodges Street.  Come out and get the best of locally grown and locally made goods.


Pamlico County Home and Garden Business Showcase

DATE: 4/3

TIME: 10:00 - 3:00

LOCATION: Pamlico County Community College - Delmar Center

Meet us at the Delamar Center for the 2010 Pamlico Home and Garden Showcase.  This is one event you will not want to miss!  This year's showcase is going to be filled with exciting things!  We have several workshops line up already and more to come.  There will be seminars on gardening, social media marketing, and boosting your water pressure.  The BEAR radio station will have a remote set up for a live broadcast during the showcase.  It's going to be a jam packed day for vendors, residents and visitors. 


Garden Lovers Weekend

DATE: 4/9/10-4/11/10

TIME: 9:00-6:00

LOCATION: Tyron Palace, New Bern

Tryon Palace's gardens open from 9 a.m. through 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. through 7 p.m. on Sunday. Visitors will see the splendor of thousands of tulips in bloom. Programs of music in the gardens on Saturday and Sunday. Interior tours require the purchase of a ticket.

For more information or reservations, please visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.

Free Event


Street Fair

DATE: 4/10/10

 
A Look at Old Riverside

Sponsored by the Historic Riverside Neighborhood Association.

Free Event


The Oriental Boat Show

DATE: 04/16-04/18/2010

LOCATION: Pecan Grove Marina, Oriental, NC

The show, co-sponsored by Oriental Rotary and Pamlico’s Committee of 100, will feature sail, power and paddling boats both on the water and on shore.


Second Annual Tour of Homes

DATE: 04/17/2010

LOCATION: Oriental, NC

A tour of several gardens in town along with a half dozen homes. Advance tickets are on sale for $20 at Croakertown, Oriental’s History Museum and the Bank of Arts in New Bern. Tickets are also available on the day of the tour at Oriental’s History Museum, 802 Broad St. For more information on the homes, gardens and other events happening that day, click here or email museum@dockline.net


Festival of Fun

DATE: 4/17/10

TIME: 10:00-3:00

LOCATION: Union Point Park, New Bern

This annual event has become one of Eastern North Carolina’s best children’s festivals! Each year, approximately 4,000 people join us at Union Point Park for a day full of games, arts & crafts, educational information and fun.

Sponsored by The City of New Bern Parks and Recreation Department.


Fiddlefest - A Tribute to Irvin T. Rouse

DATE: 4/23/10

LOCATION: Farmer's Market, New Bern

Local fiddlers will present a concert at the New Bern Farmers' market in celebration of the history of fiddling in the greater New Bern community. A special tribute will be paid to Mr. Rouse who wrote "The Orange Blossom Special." The cost will be $5.00 for adults and free to children under 12 years of age.

It promises to be a fun event for all.


North Carolina Symphony

DATE: 4/25/10

TIME: 7:30

LOCATION: Riverfront Convention Center, New Bern

The Symphony will play at New Bern Riverfront Convention Center at 7:30 PM.

For more information, please visit the North Carolina Symphony.


5th Annual Jazz & Blues Festival

DATE: 4/30/10

TIME: 6:00P.M.-12:00A.M.

LOCATION: New Bern Riverfront Convention Center

The Jazz & Blues Festival will be held at 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center

This event brings artists of national reputation to eager audiences drawn from across eastern North Carolina. For more information please visit their website.


 
May

First Annual Spring Bike Rally Block Party

DATE: 5/15/10

TIME: 6:00 - 11:00

LOCATION: New Bern's Farmer's Market, Front Street

WEBSITE: www.newbernchamber.com

Come joine the fun at the First Annual Spring Rally Block Party Welcoming the Carolina Harley Davidson Dealers Association.  Meet up with old friends and make new ones!  Admission is just $5!  This event is open to the public - tickets may be purchased at the Chamber.  We have a fun and fabulous entertainment lined up with local favorite band Cold Biscuit followed by Classic Rockers The Benny Wilson Band from Nashville, TN.

 


New Bern Farmer's Market

DATE: Saturdays

TIME: 8:00 - 1:00

LOCATION: downtown New Bern

WEBSITE: http://www.newbernfarmersmarket.com/

Visit the open air Farmer's Market building every Saturday morning, 421 S Front St in downtown New Bern, for some of the best fresh, homegrown and homemade goods in the area from over 50 vendors.  Although the main attraction is the produce and plants, there are also fine quality handmade crafts, delicious baked goods, and seasonal specialities. 


Oriental Farmer's Market

DATE: Saturdays

TIME: 8:30 - 11:30

LOCATION: Downtown Oriental

The Oriental Farmer's Market is held every Saturday morning at Wit's End on Hodges Street.  Come out and get the best of locally grown and locally made goods.


Oriental Town Wide Yard Sale

DATE: 5/1/2010

TIME: 8am-1pm

LOCATION: Oriental, NC

Residents in the village of Oriental are joining forces this weekend for a Town Wide, 88 Home Yard Sale.  This is an annual event for the town, held this year on Saturday, May 1st from 8:00am until 1:00pm


Kentucky Derby Extravaganza

DATE: 5/1/2010

TIME: 4:00

LOCATION: Beaufort

The Carteret Community Foundation is hosting its 2nd Annual Kentucky Derby Party at 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 1st at a private estate near Beaufort. Proceeds will benefit non-profit organizations throughout Carteret County.

In addition to cheering on the horses during the race, guests can enjoy croquet on the lawn, mint juleps by the pool and a hat parade and prizes. Participants are encouraged to wear fancy attire and make a "Derby-worthy" hat for the parade. The authentic Derby Fare will be served.

Advance reservations are required and tickets are $50 per person. To purchase tickets please contact: Cindy Bishop 252-528-0039; Sarah Jo Safrit 252-728-3213; or Cindi B. Hamilton, 252-240-0751. All guests must be 21 years or older.

The Carteret Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization and was created in 1984 as the Carteret Giving Foundation. Its mission is to assist local non-profits and to support worthy endeavors throughout Carteret County. It is an affiliate of the North Carolina Community Foundation.


22nd Annual Beaufort-by-the-Sea Music Festival

DATE: 5/7/10-5/8/10

WEBSITE: info@beaufortmusicfestival.com

The Beaufort Music & Performing Arts Festival brings an enormous amount of music to the Beaufort downtown waterfront. Blues, jazz, soft rock, reggae, gospel, country - You'll hear it all. And, it's all free on multiple stages.

For more information, info@beaufortmusicfestival.com


Remembering the War: 1861-1865

DATE: 5/7/10-5/8/10

Events commemorating the War Years including reenactments with a Naval Bombardment, the national assembly of the US Colored Troops with lectures and discussions open to the public, and a concert by the 26th North Carolina Regimental Band. (Federal City Brass Band)

Free Event


A Union City in the Midst of the Confederacy

DATE: 5/8/10-5/9/10

LOCATION: New Bern Academy, New Bern

 
This Civil War weekend will concentrate on a reenactment of Camp Armory at the New Bern Academy. Living history presentations, games, and programs throughout the weekend will highlight life in Civil War-era New Bern. This Civil War Weekend will focus more on the military aspect of the conflict (as opposed to the civilian). Living history programs, encampments, and the reopening of the New Bern Academy as a Civil War museum, will be scheduled. Programs will be included in regular ticketed admission.

For more information, please visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.


Mother's Day

DATE: 5/9/10


Morehead City Family Boating & In-Water Boat Show

DATE: 5/14/10-5/16/10

TIME: 10:00-5:00 Saturday, 11:00-4:00 Sunday

LOCATION: Morehead City Waterfront between S 7th & 11th Streets

WEBSITE: www.downtownmoreheadcity.com

Dreaming of buying a new boat? Creating your very own painting? Treasure hunting on an island? and Treating yourself to some scrumptious local cuisine? – ALL in one weekend??? You can experience these things and much more on the Morehead City waterfront at the 3rd Annual Downtown Morehead City Family Boating and In-Water Boat Show, May 14-16, 2010!

Lots of family friendly activities and a wide variety of boat and marine exhibits, seminars, in-water and on-shore boat shopping and entertainment! There will also be a special treasure hunt over to Sugarloaf Island for kids at 11, 12, 2, 3, & 4:00 on Saturday!

In conjunction with the Boat Show, The Arts Council of Carteret County will sponsor ARTrageous!, a Public Art Event with local and regional artists along the waterfront giving free artist demonstrations, fun & unique art activities and workshops for all ages, along with a wonderful selection of affordable art work for sale!

The boating weekend begins on May 14 at 7:00 pm with a grand opening Gala Celebration under the BIG tent South 6th Street on the Morehead City waterfront offering live entertainment, food and beverages. The event begins Saturday May 15 from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and continues Sunday, May 16 from 11:00a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

THE BOAT SHOW IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! For more information on the boat show or to purchase tickets for the Friday Night Gala, call Downtown Morehead City Revitalization Association at 252-808-0440, email Lisa at dmcra2@embarqmail.com or visit www.downtownmoreheadcity.com.


Oriental Block Party

DATE: 5/15/10

TIME: 1:00 - 10:00pm

LOCATION: Oriental Marina & Inn

Come join everyone at the Block Party, Hodges Street in Downtown Oriental on the water.
BBQ from 1-5, Live Music 'Hot Buttered Grits' 6-10, and Tennessee Ronnie's Pig Pickin at 6:00.  All proceeds go to the Pamlico Ambulance Fund.


Grand National Antique Automobile Show

DATE: 5/15/10

LOCATION: Downtown New Bern

This judged antique car show is part of the annual shows held by the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA). 2010 is the 75th anniversary of the AACA. Cars will be on display throughout New Bern downtown streets.


African American Historic Downtown Walking Tour

DATE: 5/16/10

TIME: 2:00

LOCATION: Downtown New Bern

Learn about 300 years of African American history on a walking tour of New Bern's historic district. This tour begins at 2:00 PM at the Tryon Palace Visitor's Center lobby and lasts approximately 90 minutes and covers 16 blocks. The cost is $4 per adult and $2 per student. Reservations required; call (252) 514-4935.

For more information or reservations, please visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.


North Carolina Symphony

DATE: 5/16/10

TIME: 7:30

LOCATION: New Bern Riverfront Convention Center


9th Annual PCCF Golf Tournament

DATE: 5/19/10

TIME: 1pm

LOCATION: Minnesott Golf and Country Club

This is an all-for-fun Golf Tournament to benefit the Pamlico Community College Foundation Scholarship Fund.  To register call Barb @ 252-249-0813, registration includes 2 Mulligans per golfer.


The New Bern Bear Birthday Party

DATE: 5/22/10

TIME: 10:00-3:30

LOCATION: Attmore-Oliver House, Downtown New Bern

The New Bern Historical Society will sponsor "The New Bern Bear Birthday Party" on May 22, 2010 from 10 AM to 3:30 PM at the Attmore-Oliver House, 511 Broad Street, New Bern.

This is a children's event, but children can bring their adult!.

For more information, please visit the New Bern Historical Society(252) 638-8558.


2010 Aurora Fossil Festival

DATE: 5/28 - 5/30

LOCATION: Town of Aurora

Event starts on Friday, May 28th with opening ceremonies at 6pm followed by live entertainment by Billy Holton and the Soul Shakers.  Saturday is filled with events starting at noon on the main stage and Sunday is a community wide church service at 11am followed by Gospel Choirs. 


Neuse River Day

DATE: 5/29/10

LOCATION: Union Point Park, New Bern

Neuse River Day celebrates the 300-year history of the Neuse River. Join us at Union Point Park where there will be environmental exhibitors, live music, entertainers, arts and crafts vendors and lots of good food. There will also be kayak, canoe and raft races on the river!

For more information, please visit Neuse River Foundation.


"Rear Window" Opens New Bern Theater's "Summer with the Master"

DATE: 5/29

TIME: 7:00pm

LOCATION: New Bern Civic Theatre

WEBSITE: www.NewBernCivicTheatre.com

The "Rear Window" will open New Bern Civic Theatre's Summer Film Series: Summer with the Master.  The Master of course is Alfred Hitchcock, the Master of Suspense.  Tickets are $5 each and includes popcorn and soda.  For more information, call 252-634-9057.  Also look for "to Catch a Thief" and "North by Northwest" coming this summer.


 
June

New Bern Farmer's Market

DATE: Saturdays

TIME: 8:00 - 1:00

LOCATION: downtown New Bern

WEBSITE: www.newbernfarmersmarket.com

Visit the open air Farmer's Market building every Saturday morning, 421 S Front St in downtown New Bern, for some of the best fresh, homegrown and homemade goods in the area from over 50 vendors.  Although the main attraction is the produce and plants, there are also fine quality handmade crafts, delicious baked goods, and seasonal specialities. 


Oriental Farmer's Market

DATE: Saturdays

TIME: 8:30 - 11:30

LOCATION: Downtown Oriental

The Oriental Farmer's Market is held every Saturday morning at Wit's End on Hodges Street.  Come out and get the best of locally grown and locally made goods.


North Carolina Symphony Red, White & Blue Tour

DATE: 6/2/10

TIME: 7:30

LOCATION: Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point

WEBSITE: www.ncsymphony.org/redwhiteblue

Enjoy a free concert of your patriotic favorites when the North Carolina Symphony pays tribute to the men and women who have kept America safe for generations. This concert will feature music director Grant Llewellyn and vocalist Sgt. Christal Sanders Rheams. Free tickets can be picked up at Cherry Point ITT, New Bern Sun Journal, Havelock News and the Carteret News-Times.


Tryon Palace Gardens Free First Sunday

DATE: 6/6/2010

LOCATION: Tyron Palace Gardens

The gardens of the Tryon Palace will be open to the public at no charge on the first Sunday of March through October 2010. Interior tours will be discounted.

For more information call 252 514-4937 or 1 800 767-1560 or visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.


Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament

DATE: 6/12/10-6/19/10

WEBSITE: http://www.thebigrock.com/

An exciting Crystal Coast tradition in mid-June, this is one of the largest sport-fishing tournaments in the country, and is fished by around 200 competitors in substantial cash categories. There are generally around 6 to 8 competitors in each boat.

Big winners are also community organizations that receive tournament support. For information, Visit the website or call 252-247-3575.


10th Anniversary of African American Service to the Community

DATE: 06/12/10

TIME: 12:00-5:00

This luncheon from 12 PM to 5 PM is sponsored by the North Pamlico Sound Women's Coalition. The celebration will highlight African American women who have made contributions to the New Bern community. For further information, please call (252) 637-8093.


BERNAROO

DATE: 6/12/2010

TIME: 12pm-10pm

LOCATION: Union Point Park, New Bern

Join us at Union Point Park for a day-long music and arts festival. This year Bernaroo will feature local, regional, and national touring acts. Bring your picnic basket and a blanket and lawn chairs and get ready for a day filled with family fun. Admission is $10 for eight different bands. Gates open at 12:00 noon; bands play from 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Sponsored by New Bern Parks and Recreation. For more information, please visit New Bern Parks & Recreation.


1st Summer Session - Drop Off

DATE: 6/13

LOCATION: Camps Seagull & Seafarar

WEBSITE: http://www.seagull-seafarer.org/index.php

These are YMCA affiliated camps that are located right next door to Arlington Place.  
June 13th is the drop off day for the camps first 4 week summer session.
Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer offer a wide variety of programs and activities for campers of all ages that run from April through the end of October each year. Programs are events that one might attend such as Family Camp or Summer Camp. Activities are the things you do while at camp such as sailing, motorboating, tennis, or golf.

  • Four-Week Summer Resident Camps
  • Spring and Fall Camps
  • One-Week Summer Starter Camps
  • Two-Week Summer Mariners
  • C.I.L.T. - Camper in Leadership Training
  • SAIL On - High Adventure on the Big Water
  • S.A.I.L. - Adventures In Leadership at Seafarer
  • S.E.A. Venture - Adventures Abroad
  • Family Camp Week and Weekends
  • Seafarer Mother-Daughter Weekend
  • Sea Gull Camper-Dad Weekend
  • Retreats and Team Building
  • Corporate Leadership and Team Building Programs
  • Local Area Day Camps (Spring and Summer)
  • Youth and Government


Juneteenth: Homecoming Picnic and Family Gathering

DATE: 06/20/10

LOCATION: Union Point Park, New Bern

A gathering of families and friends will be held on Sunday afternoon in Union Point Park for a grand picnic. This will be an opportunity to celebrate the values that have made our community strong. Activities will be provided which highlight family and community histories. Bring a picnic basket filled with your favorite goodies!


Father's Day

DATE: 6/20/10


South Lawn Concert Series: North Carolina Symphony

DATE: 6/22/10

TIME: 7:30

LOCATION: Tryon Palace

Gates open at 5:00, concert begins at 7:30.  Pack a picnic and join your family and friends for this always popular concert on the South Lawn of Tryon Palace. Please bring your own chairs and blankets, but leave pets and alcoholic beverages at home.
Free to public.


Brew Bern Beer Fest

DATE: 6/26/2010

TIME: 12pm-4pm and 6pm-10pm

LOCATION: New Bern Riverfront Convention Center

WEBSITE: www.beerarmy.ning.com/profile/BrewBernBeerFesti

New Bern will be hosting their first annual beer festival which will coincide with New Bern’s 300th birthday celebration and will focus on regional micro breweries. Beer Army’s intent is to develop a craft beer scene and community in Eastern North Carolina by supporting our regional breweries. We feel the best way to accomplish this goal is by hosting a premier beer festival.

We are excited to be associated with and raising money for Hope for the Warriors in this inaugural event. Beer Army has chosen this charity due to their fiscal restraint in that 92% of every dollar donated goes to those in need. Hope for the Warriors is a non-profit charity whose mission is to enhance the quality of life for U.S. service members and their families nationwide who have been adversely affected by injuries or death in the line of duty. We hope that you can join us on June 26th for this exciting festival.


Admission:

Cost is $35 in advance and $40 day of the event.


 
July

New Bern Farmer's Market

DATE: Saturdays

TIME: 8:00 - 1:00

LOCATION: downtown New Bern

WEBSITE: www.newbernfarmersmarket.com

Visit the open air Farmer's Market building every Saturday morning, 421 S Front St in downtown New Bern, for some of the best fresh, homegrown and homemade goods in the area from over 50 vendors.  Although the main attraction is the produce and plants, there are also fine quality handmade crafts, delicious baked goods, and seasonal specialities. 


Oriental Farmer's Market

DATE: Saturdays

TIME: 8:30 - 11:30

LOCATION: Downtown Oriental

The Oriental Farmer's Market is held every Saturday morning at Wit's End on Hodges Street.  Come out and get the best of locally grown and locally made goods.


Croakerfest

DATE: 7/2 - 7/3

LOCATION: Downtown Oriental

WEBSITE: www.croakerfestival.com

The Pamlico County Croaker Festival takes place every year the first weekend of July, hosted by the wonderful folks in the Town of Oriental, North Carolina.  Since July 4, 1980, this festival, it's volunteers, and it's sponsors, have provided an event where families can come and enjoy an old fashioned family Independence Day celebration.


New Bern the Revolutionary Town: Let's Celebrate

DATE: 07/2/10-07/4/10

TIME: See Description

This July Fourth Celebration will take place 10 AM to 4 PM Friday and Saturday, 1 PM to 4 PM on Sunday at the Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens grounds and the New Bern Academy. Join us on Friday for a production of our "Making of a State" theatre program and tours focusing on the Revolution. On Saturday, celebrate the holiday with a reading of the Declaration of Independence, fife and drum performances, draft activities, and games for all ages. On Sunday, come to the New Bern Academy as we portray a 19th-Century Independence Day celebration. Notable New Bern citizens from the 1830s will be having a picnic lunch; bring your own picnic and perhaps join in some dancing! Interior tours will require a ticket; outdoor activities will be free.

For more information or reservations, please visit
Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.


Croakerfest Parade

DATE: 7/3/10

TIME: 10am

LOCATION: Downtown Oriental

WEBSITE: www.croakerfestival.com

Watch the parade through the streets of downtown Oriental.


Fourth of July Fireworks

DATE: 7/3/10

TIME: 9:30pm

LOCATION: Downtown Oriental

Fireworks over the Oriental Harbor


Arlington Place Annual Open House

DATE: 7/4/10

TIME: 10:00 - 4:00

LOCATION: Arlington Place

A Fourth of July celebration will be held at Arlington Place this year at our annual Neighborhood Open House.  The day starts with the Youth Triathlon Race followed by a poolside cookout, kayak tours, boat rides, open houses, biking, swimming, volleyball.  Call for detailes and come out and join us....we hope to see you here!  800-967-7639.


World's Largest Barbeque Bun

DATE: 07/4/10

LOCATION: Union Point Park, New Bern

WEBSITE: http://www.visitnewbern.com/index.php?s=calendarofevents&p=eventdetails&id=416

A barbeque bun will be prepared for the July 4th celebration at Union Point Park. A community effort will be made to get the bun listed in the Guiness Book of World Records as the largest in the world.


The Road to Independence

DATE: 07/4/10

Thematic celebration of New Bern's contribution to independence and early nationhood. City events will complement activities at Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.

Fireworks are sponsored by Stubbs & Perdue, P.A

Free Event


Chamber After Hours

DATE: 7/8

TIME: 5:30 - 7:00

LOCATION: Arlington Place Clubhouse

Join us at the Arlington Place Clubhouse after work on Thursday for the Chamber After Hours monthly event.  Heavy hors de oeuvers and beverages will be served.  And don't forget to check out our new model home while you're here!  When you turn into Arlington Place, follow the arrows to the clubhouse. 


1st Summer Session - Pick Up

DATE: 7/9/10

LOCATION: Camps Seagull & Seafarar

WEBSITE: http://www.seagull-seafarer.org/index.php

These are YMCA affiliated camps that are located right next door to Arlington Place.  
July 9th is the pick up day for the camps first 4 week summer session.
Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer offer a wide variety of programs and activities for campers of all ages that run from April through the end of October each year. Programs are events that one might attend such as Family Camp or Summer Camp. Activities are the things you do while at camp such as sailing, motorboating, tennis, or golf.

  • Four-Week Summer Resident Camps
  • Spring and Fall Camps
  • One-Week Summer Starter Camps
  • Two-Week Summer Mariners
  • C.I.L.T. - Camper in Leadership Training
  • SAIL On - High Adventure on the Big Water
  • S.A.I.L. - Adventures In Leadership at Seafarer
  • S.E.A. Venture - Adventures Abroad
  • Family Camp Week and Weekends
  • Seafarer Mother-Daughter Weekend
  • Sea Gull Camper-Dad Weekend
  • Retreats and Team Building
  • Corporate Leadership and Team Building Programs
  • Local Area Day Camps (Spring and Summer)
  • Youth and Government


ArtWalk Downtown New Bern

DATE: 7/9/10

TIME: 5:00 - 8:00

LOCATION: downtown New Bern

Enjoy an evening of Art Openings and Meet the Artist events at Carolina Creations, Craven Arts Council and Gallery's Bank of the Arts, New Bern Art Works, Art and Materials, the Galley Store, Mitchell Hardware and the Four C's. Refreshments will be available.


2nd Summer Session - Drop Off

DATE: 7/11/10

LOCATION: Camps Seagull & Seafarar

WEBSITE: http://www.seagull-seafarer.org/index.php

These are YMCA affiliated camps that are located right next door to Arlington Place.  
July 11th is the drop off day for the camps second 4 week summer session.
Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer offer a wide variety of programs and activities for campers of all ages that run from April through the end of October each year. Programs are events that one might attend such as Family Camp or Summer Camp. Activities are the things you do while at camp such as sailing, motorboating, tennis, or golf.

  • Four-Week Summer Resident Camps
  • Spring and Fall Camps
  • One-Week Summer Starter Camps
  • Two-Week Summer Mariners
  • C.I.L.T. - Camper in Leadership Training
  • SAIL On - High Adventure on the Big Water
  • S.A.I.L. - Adventures In Leadership at Seafarer
  • S.E.A. Venture - Adventures Abroad
  • Family Camp Week and Weekends
  • Seafarer Mother-Daughter Weekend
  • Sea Gull Camper-Dad Weekend
  • Retreats and Team Building
  • Corporate Leadership and Team Building Programs
  • Local Area Day Camps (Spring and Summer)
  • Youth and Government


Celebrating Freedom: Emancipation Day Ceremonies in North Carolina

DATE: 07/15/10

Dr. John Haley, Ph.D., Retired Associate Professor Emeritus from UNC-Wilmington, will focus on the leaders of events commemorating Emancipation Day in North Carolina - the pageantry, the rhetoric of featured orators, the distinguished invited guests, and the response and reaction of whites.


2010 Oriental Tarpon Tournament

DATE: 7/30 - 8/1

LOCATION: Whittaker Pointe Marina, Oriental

WEBSITE: http://towndock.net/tarpon/

The 2010 Tarpon Tournament is set for July 30 - August 1 in Oriental.  There are over $22,000 in cash and prizes up for the winners, plus, the tournament beneifts to Oriental Rotary Scholarship Fund.  Check out the website for more details - http://towndock.net/tarpon/


 
August

New Bern Farmer's Market

DATE: Saturdays

TIME: 8:00 - 1:00

LOCATION: downtown New Bern

WEBSITE: www.newbernfarmersmarket.com

Visit the open air Farmer's Market building every Saturday morning, 421 S Front St in downtown New Bern, for some of the best fresh, homegrown and homemade goods in the area from over 50 vendors.  Although the main attraction is the produce and plants, there are also fine quality handmade crafts, delicious baked goods, and seasonal specialities. 


Oriental Farmer's Market

DATE: Saturdays

TIME: 8:30 - 11:30

LOCATION: Downtown Oriental

The Oriental Farmer's Market is held every Saturday morning at Wit's End on Hodges Street.  Come out and get the best of locally grown and locally made goods.


Tryon Palace Gardens Free First Sunday

DATE: 8/1/2010

LOCATION: Downtown New Bern

The gardens of the Tryon Palace will be open to the public at no charge on the first Sunday of March through October 2010. Interior tours will be discounted.

For more information call 252 514-4937 or 1 800 767-1560 or visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.


2nd Summer Session - Pick Up

DATE: 8/6/10

LOCATION: Camps Seagull & Seafarar

WEBSITE: http://www.seagull-seafarer.org/index.php

These are YMCA affiliated camps that are located right next door to Arlington Place.  
August 6th is the pick up day for the camps second 4 week summer session.
Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer offer a wide variety of programs and activities for campers of all ages that run from April through the end of October each year. Programs are events that one might attend such as Family Camp or Summer Camp. Activities are the things you do while at camp such as sailing, motorboating, tennis, or golf.

  • Four-Week Summer Resident Camps
  • Spring and Fall Camps
  • One-Week Summer Starter Camps
  • Two-Week Summer Mariners
  • C.I.L.T. - Camper in Leadership Training
  • SAIL On - High Adventure on the Big Water
  • S.A.I.L. - Adventures In Leadership at Seafarer
  • S.E.A. Venture - Adventures Abroad
  • Family Camp Week and Weekends
  • Seafarer Mother-Daughter Weekend
  • Sea Gull Camper-Dad Weekend
  • Retreats and Team Building
  • Corporate Leadership and Team Building Programs
  • Local Area Day Camps (Spring and Summer)
  • Youth and Government


Carolinian Shakespeare Festival

DATE: 08/5/10-08/08/10

TIME: See Description

"As You Like It" will be performed at the New Bern Civic Theatre on Thursday, August 5, 2010 at 7:00 PM; Friday and Saturday, August 6 & 7, 2010 at 8:00 PM; and Sunday, August 8, 2010 at 2:00 PM.

For tickets call: (252) 633-0567
For information call: (252) 349-0151


Beaufort Pirate Invasion

DATE: 8/13/10-8/14/10

TIME: 1:30

LOCATION: Downtown Beaufort

WEBSITE: www.beaufortpirateinvasion.com

At the Beaufort Historic Site in the center of downtown, an authentic Pirate Encampment is active on Friday evening and all day Saturday with real Brethren of the Sea and wenches of a fascinating variety. Dinner and grog is served here Friday night by ticket.

Saturday (August 8), beginning at 1:30 PM, the Beaufort Pirate Invasion occurs!

It begins with the Pirates Procession along the downtown waterfront to Pollock Street where, in 1747, the town militia met the long boat of Spanish pirate invaders set on pillaging the town. At 1:30 PM, cannons will be firing on the town, muskets on land will be countering, and the melee will begin!

History records that nearly 100 local farmers and townsfolk joined the small band of militiamen in defense of the town. The result was victory over the invading pirates! It is said that some of the pirates were buried in the Old Burying Grounds where they remain today.

Following the Invasion, there will be a public trial and other occurrences appropriate to a Pirate Invasion, exactly as it was in 1747. The day concludes with a celebration of the town's victory at the North Carolina Maritime Museum where everyone will celebrate like pirates!

Plan now to summon your crew for the first full weekend of August in Beaufort. It's great excitement that is fun for everyone.

The Beaufort Pirate Invasion is an event of the Beaufort Business Association. Tickets to food events will be available soon. For more information, call 252-728-3988 or send email to martha@cousinsbedandbreakfast.com

For a taste of things to come, visit www.beaufortpirateinvasion.com. Accommodations and complete information are on the web site.


Carolinian Shakespeare Festival

DATE: 08/19/10-08/22/10

TIME: See Description

LOCATION: New Bern Civic Theatre

"As You Like It" will be performed at the New Bern Civic Theatre on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at 7:00 PM; Friday and Saturday, August 20 & 21, 2010 at 8:00 PM; and Sunday, August 22, 2010, at 2:00 PM.

For tickets call: (252) 633-0567
For information call: (252) 349-0151


Business Expo

DATE: 8/19

TIME: 10:00 - 5:00

LOCATION: New Bern Riverfront Convention Center

Presented by the New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce and CenturyLink-Dex, the Expo is open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and will feature an exciting variety of indoor and outdoor exhibitors, including representatives from dozens of area industries such as banking, communication, retail, education, health care, recreation, sales, food service, performance arts, and civic groups.  New this year is the "Spotlight on Nonprofits" upstairs.


Fine Art & Wine Festival

DATE: 08/27/10-08/28/10

Sponsored by New Bern Breakfast Rotary and Craven Arts Council & Gallery.


 
September

New Bern Farmer's Market

DATE: Saturdays

TIME: 8:00 - 1:00

LOCATION: downtown New Bern

WEBSITE: www.newbernfarmersmarket.com

Visit the open air Farmer's Market building every Saturday morning, 421 S Front St in downtown New Bern, for some of the best fresh, homegrown and homemade goods in the area from over 50 vendors.  Although the main attraction is the produce and plants, there are also fine quality handmade crafts, delicious baked goods, and seasonal specialities. 


Oriental Farmer's Market

DATE: Saturdays

TIME: 8:00am - 12:00pm

LOCATION: Downtown Oriental

The Oriental Farmer's Market is held every Saturday morning at Wit's End on Hodges Street.  Come out and get the best of locally grown and locally made goods.


Stanly-Spaight Duel Reenactment

DATE: 09/6/10

TIME: 1:00-4:00

Tour the New Bern Academy, enjoy a concert by the Tryon Palace Fife & Drum Corps, and step back in time to an era where a man's personal honor was his most cherished quality. Watch the spectacle of the September 5, 1802 Stanly-Spaight duel unfold before your eyes. In this historical reenactment of a duel between Nineteenth-century new Bern political rivals, costumed characters battle to protect their reputation. Tours available from 1 PM to 4 PM; performance at 4 PM, followed by the duel.

For more information or reservations, please visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.


Age Strong! Live Strong!

DATE: 9/9/2010

TIME: 10am-2pm

LOCATION: Pamlico County Community College

Aging Well Expo to show what resources are available for older adults in Pamlico County.


Bike MS: Historic New Bern Ride

DATE: 09/10/10-09/12/10

 
This annual September event is coordinated by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Eastern Carolina Chapter. The event draws thousands of cyclists, volunteers, family members and fans to New Bern each fall.

For more information, please visit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Eastern Carolina Chapter.


Opening of the Bern - New Bern Exhibit

DATE: 09/16/10

This exhibit, opening in the Historisches Museum Bern in December of 2009, will be traveling to New Bern from Switzerland. The exhibit leads the public through the history of New Bern in eleven scenes. Themes covered include emigration from Bern in the early eighteenth century and the life of the town's founder, Christoph van Graffenried.

For more information or reservations, please visit the Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.

You may also visit the Bern website to see the exhibit currently on display in Bern, Switzerland.


300th Jubilee Weekend

DATE: 09/16/10-09/19/10

 
Sponsored by Pepsi-Minges Bottling Group

Thursday, September 16
  • Rededication of Federal Courthouse
  • Reenactment of Bayard vs. Singleton
  • Opening of the Bern-New Bern Exhibit at the North Carolina History Education Center

  • Friday, September 17
  • Official Welcome Ceremony
  • Activities throughout downtown area
  • Family Picnic
  • NC Symphony on Tryon Palace South Lawn
  • North Carolina Symphony Gala
  • Fireworks

  • Saturday, September 18
  • Heritage Parade - Park to Park
  • Cultural Street Festival
  • Flotilla
  • Street Concerts
  • Jubilation Ball (TICKETED EVENT)

  • Sunday, September 19
  • Pancakes in the Park
  • Synchronized Church Bells
  • Closing Ceremony

  •  
    October

    New Bern Farmer's Market

    DATE: Saturdays

    TIME: 8:00 - 1:00

    LOCATION: downtown New Bern

    WEBSITE: www.newbernfarmersmarket.com

    Visit the open air Farmer's Market building every Saturday morning, 421 S Front St in downtown New Bern, for some of the best fresh, homegrown and homemade goods in the area from over 50 vendors.  Although the main attraction is the produce and plants, there are also fine quality handmade crafts, delicious baked goods, and seasonal specialities. 


    24th Annual N.C. Seafood Festival

    DATE: 10/1/10-10/3/10

    LOCATION: Morehead City waterfront

    Seafood, Free National & Regional musical entertainment and the cultural heritage and traditions that surround commercial fishing. Rides open Friday night on Morehead City's downtown waterfront.

    Weekend events include Seafood, Arts & Craft Vendors, a 8K road race, family fishing contests, sailing competitions and the 6th Annual FREE Boat Show, SasSeas Island Playground Area for Children and the Blessing of the Fleet at 10:00 AM Sunday at the NC State Port.

    Information: Carol Campbell, 252-726-6273 or visit the website.


    Mumfest Weekend and Heritage Plant Sale

    DATE: 10/8-10/10

    TIME: see description

    WEBSITE: http://www.tryonpalace.org/

    Tryon Palace Gardens will be open 9 AM to 6 PM Friday and Saturday, and 11 AM to 6 PM Sunday. The heritage plant sale hours are 9 AM - 5 PM on Friday and Saturday. The gardens will be open free; interior tours require a ticket.

    For more information or reservations, please visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.

    *Free Event


    Mumfest

    DATE: 10/9-10/10

    LOCATION: Downtown New Bern

    WEBSITE: www.mumfest.com

    Now in its 30th year, MUMFEST is recognized as one of the finest award-winning family festivals in the state. MUMFEST is a combination of fun and entertainment that annually attracts more than 80,000 festival-goers to the revitalized beauty of New Bern’s historic downtown and waterfront.

    For information, go to www.mumfest.com


    Neuse River Run/Walk

    DATE: 10/16/10

    LOCATION: Bridgeton thru New Bern

    Annual 5K/10K race that begins in Bridgeton and winds through the City of New Bern and ends at Union Point Park. This year the costume theme will be famous characters from New Bern's history. The race benefits twelve local non-profit organizations.

    *Free Event, Children Welcome


    North Carolina Chili Festival & Big Boy Toy Show

    DATE: 10/15-10/16

    TIME: see description

    LOCATION: City Park

    This two-day event is sponsored by the Greater Havelock Chamber of Commerce at the City Park off Highway 70 in Havelock, NC.

    October 15, 2010 5 PM - 9 PM
    October 16, 2010 9 AM - 4 PM


    Grand Opening - NC History Education Center

    DATE: 10/22-10/23

    WEBSITE: http://www.tryonpalace.org/

    This weekend will offer the GRAND OPENING of the North Carolina History Education Center. Check back for a complete list of events.

    For more information, please visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.

    *Free Event, Children Welcome


     
    November

    Defending New Bern: 300 Years of Stewardship

    DATE: 11/11-11/14

    TIME: see website for details

    WEBSITE: http://www.tryonpalace.org/

    In order to thank and celebrate the military men and women who have defended New Bern over the centuries, Tryon Palace will admit all active duty and military veterans free (with ID). Special programs will include living history interpretation in historic homes, living history military encampments, and programs focusing on New Bern from the Tuscarora-European War through the middle of the 20th century.

    For more information, please visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.


    Lady Jonkonnu

    DATE: 11/18/10

    TIME: 7PM

    LOCATION: Tyron Palace

    As part of Tryon Palace Hisstoric Sites & Gardens' African American lecture series, Irene Smalls, also known as Lady Jonkonnu, will present. Ms. Smalls is an author, sstoryteller, and historian. This program begins at 7 PM in the Tryon Palace Visitor Center auditorium.

    For more information or reservations, please visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.

    *Free Event


    Arts Gone Live!

    DATE: 11/19/10

    LOCATION: New Bern Riverfront Convention Center

    Come join us for an art auction and live demonstrations by 24-36 artists at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center. Various art media will be included as well as auction packages for services, travel, and jewelry. .

    For more information, please visit Craven Arts Council & Gallery. or contact them at (252) 638-2577.


    Three Centuries of Christmas Cheer in the ‘Athens’ of North Carolina

    DATE: 11/26-12/31

    LOCATION: New Bern

    WEBSITE: http://www.tryonpalace.org/

    Experience three centuries of Christmas customs in New Bern that would have been familiar to New Bernians of the past. View an early settlement camp, tour the grand opening of the North Carolina History Education Center and experience traditions ranging from the eighteenth century through the middle of the twentieth. Multiple historic homes and the History Education Center will be decorated and interpreted for the various time periods.

    For more information, please visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.


     
    December

    Christmas Past - Christmas Presents II

    DATE: 12/3-12/4

    WEBSITE: http://www.hrna.info/

    Sponsored by the Historic Riverside Neighborhood Association.


    Coastal Christmas Flotilla

    DATE: 12/4/10

    LOCATION: Union Point Park

    New Bern Parks and Recreation is proud to host the annual Coastal Christmas Flotilla! Join us for a magical evening of bright lights, beautiful boats and music. The Marine Corps Band will play while the boats are parading down the river. Santa will hitch a ride aboard “The Hatterascal” to greet the children in Union Point Park.


    North Carolina Symphony

    DATE: 12/12/10

    TIME: 7:30PM

    LOCATION: New Bern Riverfront Convention Center

    WEBSITE: http://www.ncsymphony.org/

    The North Carolina Symphony will present a concert at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center at 7:30 PM.

    For more information, please visit the North Carolina Symphony.


    Christmas Candlelights

    DATE: 12/18/10

    TIME: 5PM-9PM

    LOCATION: New Bern

    WEBSITE: http://www.tryonpalace.org/

    Experience an eighteenth-century candlelit Christmas celebration! The Evening program includes a tour through the Palace (and perhaps a word or two with the governor), performances by Tryon Palace's Fife and Drum Corps and Jonkonnu troupe, and an assortment of other performers. The evening ends with a grand illumination over the South Lawn.

    The Christmas Candlelight tours run from 5 PM through 9 PM each evening. Tickets will go on sale starting October 1, 2010. Ticket pricing and reservation information will follow. For more information, please visit Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens.




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