Santa's Arrival Celebration
Beary Merry Christmas in New Bern officially begins on Friday, November 24 with "Light up the Season," sponsored by Riverside Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram. Light Up the Season is an annual family event that will welcome Santa and illuminate Bear Plaza with thousands of lights and open Santa House to kids of all ages. The […]
The Polar Express Movie
Join us for a showing of the children’s holiday favorite, “The Polar Express,” in Cullman Performance Hall in the North Carolina History Center. After each showing, Santa and the Conductor from “The Polar Express” will hand out bells to the children in attendance. Seating is limited. Click here for Noon showing. Click here for 3pm […]
Farmers Market Open
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Celebrate the holidays with the Griswolds and join us for a showing of “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” starring Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo, and Randy Quaid. Light refreshments are included and alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Click here for more details. National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation is rated PG-13. $5 for children ages 0-12, $10 […]
Holiday Decor Behind the Scenes
SNOW in Bear PlazaJoin us for a behind the scenes tour of the Palace Candlelight decorations. Gardens and Greenhouse Manager Hadley Cheris will lead a tour of the first floor of the Palace, describing the special items used in the decorations and the theming of the pieces. Click to find out more: Nov. 27, Dec. 4, Dec. 11, […]