Meet at the corner of Broad & Middle Streets at 9:15am for parade line up Bring your preschoolers for a special Halloween treat in Historic Downtown New Bern! We will parade down Middle Street and S. Front Street in our Halloween costumes, and end at Union Point Park for games and refreshments! For additional information, […]

We are bringing back Downtown New Bern's Howl-O-Ween pet parade and costume contest! On Saturday, October 29th, we will kick things off at the corner of South Front St. and Craven St. with the pet costume contest. Once prizes have been awarded to the best dressed pup, we will make a leisurely loop around Downtown […]

Contest Rules: - Individual categories are open to children up to 12 years of age - Children must be accompanied by an adult - All costumes must be age appropriate and family friendly - Must be present to win - Winners to be announced at 4:00pm - One winner will be announced for each category […]

Join S and S Carriage Rides for a Beary Not-So-Scary Spooktacular Carriage Ride through the streets of downtown New Bern. Starting at Bear Plaza leaving out every 15/18 mins.  No advance tickets will be sold for this date.  Walk ups only.

Join us on Saturday, October 29th for a special Halloween Movie in the Park featuring the The Adams Family 2! This event will be held at Union Point Park. Admission is FREE! Come to this event in a Halloween costume and receive a free treat!! For additional information, please call New Bern Parks and Recreation […]