Holiday Hustle 2019

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 […]

20th Annual Christ Church Cookie Walk

Christ Episcopal Church of New Bern will hold its legendary 21st Annual Cookie Walk on December 14th 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 and specialty treats! The Cookie Walk will also include a café […]

21st Annual The Holly & The Ivy Holiday Homes Tour

Please plan to join the New Bern Woman’s Club for our 21st Annual “The Holly and The Ivy” Holiday Homes Tour on Saturday, December 14th. The tour showcases lovely historic district homes. Tickets will be available at Bank of the Arts + Harris Teeters for $15.00 prior to the event + $18.00 on the day […]

Free Holiday Crafts!

Bank of the Arts 317 Middle Street, New Bern, NC

Come view local artwork and participate in free holiday crafting at Bank of the Arts in Downtown New Bern!

Seasons of Giving: A Candlelight Christmas Celebration

A Candlelight Christmas Celebration This famed North Carolina tradition returns to Tryon Palace in 2018 with beautiful, new decorations and heartwarming holiday vignettes illuminated by the magical glow of candlelight. Make your holiday historic this year at Tryon Palace’s 39th annual “Candlelight Christmas Celebration.” Visit with historic characters in period clothing, witness holiday vignettes spanning two […]

A Christmas Carol @ Temple Church

A Christmas Carol recounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. More information coming soon.

Free Holiday Crafts!

Bank of the Arts 317 Middle Street, New Bern, NC

Come view local artwork and participate in free holiday crafting at Bank of the Arts in Downtown New Bern!

Seasons of Giving: A Candlelight Christmas Celebration

A Candlelight Christmas Celebration This famed North Carolina tradition returns to Tryon Palace in 2018 with beautiful, new decorations and heartwarming holiday vignettes illuminated by the magical glow of candlelight. Make your holiday historic this year at Tryon Palace’s 38th annual “Candlelight Christmas Celebration.” Visit with historic characters in period clothing, witness holiday vignettes spanning two […]

Mistletoe Market

Join us at our 1st Annual Mistletoe Market located on the corner of S.Front & Craven Streets. Holiday Shopping, Live Entertainment, Festive Food & Wintery Treats! "Make & Take Gift" Sessions & Story Time with Mrs. Claus (Advance Reservations Required) Fri, Nov 27: 11am-8pm Sat, Nov 28: 11am-8pm Fri, Dec 4: 5pm-8pm Sat, Dec 5: […]

Community Tree Lighting

Beary Merry Christmas 2020 in New Bern officially kicks off Friday, November 29 with the Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting.  A short ceremony will take place at 6pm. The 30ft artificial tree is sponsored by the generosity of the greater New Bern Community and will be located at Union Point Park. Due to COVID-19, the […]