Complete 2026 schedule, parking tips, and waterfront viewing guide for New Bern’s Christmas Parade & Coastal Flotilla (Dec 5), Tryon Palace Candlelight (Dec 12 & 19), Tree Lighting, and Beary Merry festivities.
Picture this: you are standing at the breezy confluence of the Neuse and Trent Rivers, holding a frothy, ice-cold Pepsi float that cost you less than a fancy coffee, while golden sunset light dances across historic brick sidewalks. You feel like royalty, yet your bank account barely notices you left home. Does that sound like […]
Ghostwalk New Bern 2026 runs Thursday, October 22 through Saturday, October 24, from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm nightly. Organized by the New Bern Historical Society, this 36th annual production brings local history to life across 13 downtown sites and Cedar Grove Cemetery. Tickets cost $20 in advance, $25 during the event, and provide single-entry […]
Get ready for a vibrant weekend in New Bern! New Village Brewery is rolling out a full slate of activities for “This Week @ New Village Brewery,” running from Thursday, July 9th, through Sunday, July 12th. The popular local taproom will be open Thursday to Saturday from 2 PM to 9 PM, and on Sunday […]
Support New Bern Local Community Feature New Bern residents and our neighbors, we have an important community update regarding the health of our beloved Neuse River. Sound Rivers announced on July 10, 2026, that four local sites failed their weekly recreational water-quality tests on the lower Neuse. These concerning locations include Lawson Creek right here […]
The Budweiser Clydesdales trotted back into downtown New Bern on Friday, March 27, marking the first time these massive horses had graced the historic city’s streets since 2016. If you missed it, don’t worry — we’ve got the full story, plus everything you need to know about the visit, the horses, and why New Bern […]
New Bern sits at the heart of one of the most naturally diverse regions in North Carolina — and most people have no idea just how much adventure is within an hour’s drive. Introduction: New Bern Is Your Base Camp for Eastern NC Adventure Here’s something a lot of people miss about New Bern. Yes, […]
Here’s a reality that most individuals overlook: among the greatest experiences in New Bern NC value completely nothing. Severely. Zero {dollars}. New Bern is a type of uncommon small cities that offers you a lot with out asking for something in return. Whether or not you simply moved right here, you’re visiting for the weekend, […]