Beary Merry Events

ENC Live Holiday Gift Show
2019-11-15 11:00 - 2019-11-16 17:00 (America/New_York)
Help us kick off the season with the annual Home & Holiday Gift Show. Returning to the newly remodeled Riverfront Convention Center in beautiful downtown New Bern on Friday, November 15 from 11 am – 5 pm & Saturday, November 16 from 9 am – 4 pm. This event features over 90 exhibitors offering unique gifts, holiday treats and lots of shopping opportunities! Plus, stop by the Home Expo for new ideas to brighten and remodel your home – inside & out. As an added bonus, tour new RVs, Autos and Sports Equipment at the semi-annual RV, Auto & Sports Show taking place just outside! Hourly prizes, festive atmosphere and Santa make this event extra special!
Friday, November 15 from 11 am – 5 pm
Saturday, November 16 from 9 am – 4 pm

SNOW in Bear Plaza
2018-12-23 18:00 - 20:00

New Bern’s Polar Express
2018-12-23, 2018-12-22, 2018-12-21, 2018-12-08, 2018-12-07
All aboard New Bern’s Polar Express
Enjoy a one hour tour aboard the New Bern Trolley filled with caroling, Christmas lights and a visit with the Conductor and Santa’s Elves. Plus a Believe sleigh bell for each guest. Advance ticket purchase is required. Seating is limited.
Departure Dates and Times:
December 7 & 8 at 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm
December 21, 22, 23 at 5:00, 6:00 and 7:00 pm
Ticket Prices:
First Rider: $25
Additional Riders: $15
Children: $10

Beauty and the Beast
2018-12-16 15:00, 2018-12-14 19:30, 2018-12-09 15:00, 2018-12-08 19:30, 2018-12-07 19:30, 2018-12-02 15:00, 2018-12-01 19:30
November 30, December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15 at 7:30 pm
December 2, 9, 16 at 3:00 pm
Get tickets online at
www.rivertowneplayers.org/tickets
Or at Nautical Wheelers in downtown New Bern
Tickets
$16.00 in advance
$19.00 at door
$10.00 for students w/ valid I.D.
Director: Aaron Williams
Producer: Susie Tilley

Sledding Shopping Sunday
2018-12-09 13:00 - 16:00 | iwp_log_5c921d0d9dfc6
Our meteorologists are predicting snow on Craven Street for December 9th! Be sure to bring the kids to this event – it’s not every day that you get to go sledding in downtown New Bern! The town had such a wonderful time last year we’re bringing the slopes back this year for more sledding fun. More sledding ramps this year along with more fun!

The Nutcracker Ballet
2018-12-09, 2018-12-08 14:00, 2018-12-08, 2018-12-07, 2018-12-01 19:30, 2018-12-01 14:00
The Nutcracker Ballet
Presented by Down East Dance &
New Bern Civic Theatre
Buy Tickets Now!
November 30 & December 7 at 7:30pm,
December 1 & 8 at 2pm & 7:30pm,
December 2 & 9 at 2pm.
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TICKETS:
(NOT including Sales Tax or Online Service Fee)
Adults: $15
Youth (12 & Under): $12
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Tickets can be purchased online or by calling the box office at 252-633-0567. Visit us at www.facebook.com/newberncivictheatre

20th Annual Cookie Walk
2018-12-08 10:00 - 13:00
Christ Episcopal Church of New Bern will hold its legendary 20th Annual Cookie Walk on December 15th from 10AM to 1PM at the Harrison Center, 311 Middle Street, New Bern. Stroll through a delightfully decorated room and choose from an array of homemade cookies to your heart’s content! The Cookie Walk will also include a café where you can purchase a small deli baguette sandwich with a few select sides to choose from! There will be live music/entertainment by our wonderful musical department! For more information on how to help, please feel free to contact co-chairs: Lacee Smith or Yali Ryder! And the best thing…all proceeds will benefit local charities! You can’t beat that!
2018 Cookie Walk poster

Craven Smart Start Holiday Hustle
2018-12-08
At Craven Smart Start, we believe when young children are given the opportunity to reach their full potential, that they will become loving, nurturing independent individuals who will contribute to their families, communities, and society. We believe that all children, when surrounded by a supportive community, can achieve economic success and experience the highest quality of life.
Support Craven Smart Start by registering for one of these family friendly, fun races today!!
NO PETS WILL BE ALLOWED ON THE RACE COURSES!!
Jingle Bell Jog 5K: $25 until Nov. 24/ $30 Nov. 25 until race day
Tinsel 10K: $30 until Nov 24/ $35 Nov. 25 until race day
Santa’s Fun Run: $15/ $20 on race day
$5 per person family discount (3 or more participants)
Register by Nov. 24 to guarantee T-shirt. Registration Fee is NONREFUNDABLE
PACKET PICKUP @ CRAVEN SMART START, FRIDAY DEC. 8, 3:00pm-7:00pm
CASH ONLY @ PACKET PICKUP
Race timed with disposable chips
Awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place, male & female, in age categories 8-17, 18-29,30-39, 40-49, 50-64 and 65+

LIVE Window Displays
2018-12-07 18:00 - 20:00
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. There will be a judging and trophy awarded to the winner! Who you think will win this year?!

The Nutcracker Ballet
2018-12-02 19:30
The Nutcracker Ballet
Presented by Down East Dance &
New Bern Civic Theatre
Buy Tickets Now!
November 30 & December 7 at 7:30pm,
December 1 & 8 at 2pm & 7:30pm,
December 2 & 9 at 2pm.
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TICKETS:
(NOT including Sales Tax or Online Service Fee)
Adults: $15
Youth (12 & Under): $12
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Tickets can be purchased at https://tickets.newberncivictheatre.org/AttractionDetail.aspx?id=203 or by calling the box office at 252-633-0567. Visit us at www.facebook.com/newberncivictheatre

Bed & Breakfasts Open House
2018-12-02 14:00 - 17:00
Take a peek inside New Bern’s Bed & Breakfasts! Join the Yuletide Celebration: Beautiful Decorations, House Tours, Free Refreshments, Carols and more!

34th Annual Coastal Christmas Flotilla
2018-12-01 16:00 - 18:00
New Bern Parks & Recreation is pleased to bring you the 34th Annual Coastal Christmas Flotilla on December 1st at Union Point Park.
More info to come…

New Bern Christmas Parade
2018-12-01 15:00 - 17:00
The annual Craven County Jaycee’s Christmas Parade! That’s right – the Christmas Parade through downtown New Bern has always been a Jaycee’s event!
Early registrations starts now through November 24th. Only $15 for early registration, and $25 after November 24th. The proceeds are used to purchase food and gifts for needy families here in Craven County. Entry forms and a list of rules can be found at http://www.cravencountyjaycees.org/new-bern-christmas-parade.html

2018 Breakfast with Santa
2018-12-01
What could be better than spending some
one-on-one time with Santa, Mrs. Claus and all
of their helpers!
What’s included:
Breakfast buffet
Photos with Santa
A special gift from Santa
Many children’s holiday-themed activities including:
Christmas crafts
Letters to Santa
Cookie decorating
Bead-making
Under the Tree kids-only gift shop
And the POLAR EXPRESS
Reservations open October 1, 2018! Check back for the link.
At the heart of our mission here at the CarolinaEast Foundation is a commitment to helping patients in need in our community with medically necessary care. The Breakfast with Santa enables the CarolinaEast Foundation to better fullfill its mission of assisting indviduals and families through the Patient Assistance program. On behalf of everyone here at the Foundation, thank you for your support of this event. And thank you for making a difference in the lives of so many right here in our community!
Children under 12 months attend free.

The Nutcracker Ballet
2018-11-30 19:30
ThThe Nutcracker Ballet
Presented by Down East Dance &
New Bern Civic Theatre
Buy Tickets Now!
November 30 & December 7 at 7:30pm,
December 1 & 8 at 2pm & 7:30pm,
December 2 & 9 at 2pm.
​
TICKETS:
(NOT including Sales Tax or Online Service Fee)
Adults: $15
Youth (12 & Under): $12
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Tickets can be purchased online or by calling the box office at 252-633-0567. Visit us at www.facebook.com/newberncivictheatre
