The Smash Adult Doubles Table Tennis Tournament
📍 Stanley White Recreation Center, New Bern
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Saturday, Nov 14 • 9:00 AM
📍 Stanley White Recreation Center, 601 Third Avenue, New Bern, NC 28560
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Family Events Craven County & Top Weekend Highlights
- Saturday Morning Markets & Riverfront Strolls (8:00 AM – 2:00 PM): New Bern Farmers Market (421 S Front St) featuring local produce, coastal crafts, food trucks, and kid-friendly waterfront lawns at Union Point Park.
- Historic Downtown New Bern & Tryon Palace Family Programming: Living history demonstrations, North Carolina History Center interactive exhibits (529 S Front St), Fireman’s Museum tours (420 Broad St), and Birthplace of Pepsi (256 Middle St).
- Downtown Social District, Live Music & ArtWalks (5:00 PM – 10:00 PM): Second Friday ArtWalks, Footloose on the Neuse concert series, historic theatre productions at New Bern Civic Theatre (414 Pollock St), and patio acoustic sets.
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What is happening in New Bern this weekend?
This weekend’s highlights include The Smash Adult Doubles Table Tennis Tournament (Nov 14, 2026). Tap “Free This Weekend” or the weekend guide link above for the full Friday–Sunday list.
Where can I find free live music in downtown New Bern?
Union Point Park on the downtown waterfront hosts the free Rockin’ on the Rivers outdoor summer concert series (next date on our calendar: Jul 10, 2027). Other music on the calendar includes Sudan Shriners Winter Parade (Jan 16, 2027); BBQ in Blue Jeans Fundraiser (Feb 5, 2027); Carolina Chamber Music Festival – Winter Concerts (Feb 19–21, 2027). Use the “Live Music” category filter above to see every upcoming show, and check each listing for admission details.
What are the biggest annual festivals in New Bern and Craven County?
Marquee events on the calendar include Coastal Christmas Flotilla on the Neuse & Trent Rivers (Dec 5, 2026); Neuse River Bridge Run 10K, 5K & Half Marathon (Apr 17, 2027); The Glorious Fourth Celebration at Tryon Palace (Jul 4, 2027). Switch to “Past Highlights & Festivals” above to browse previous years.
How do local organizers submit an event to the community calendar?
Organizers, venues and non-profits can list events for free using the Submit Your Event form at supportnewbern.com/submit-event/. An optional $25 Featured upgrade adds highlighted placement on the calendar.
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