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Holidays, the time of the year we all enjoy! Whether it’s Christmas, Easter, or all the holidays between, we can agree it’s great. The tough part about the holidays is finding and deciding on what to do. Whether it’s with friends, family, or just your special person, we got you covered. Let’s check out what are some of the things to do in New Bern NC during the holidays!
North Carolina's history is more than just a tale at Tryon Palace; it's an encounter. Governors made decisions here, lawmakers argued, patriots gathered, and George Washington danced. Today, the grounds of the museum feature:
Enjoy the Governor's Palace, the nearby historic houses, and the engaging exhibits. Tryon Palace provides countless chances to:
Christmas by candlelight is a holiday event that shouldn't be missed. It combines traditions from the 18th and 20th centuries. All while also bringing the two generations together! Candlelight is a magical holiday event that pleases spectators of all ages. The Tryon Palace Fife and Drum Corps is said to begin each night's opening ceremony in 2022.
You can take part in a variety of activities on the grounds before or after your tour. You can also explore other historically themed homes.
Food trucks on Pollock Street and vendors on the grounds both sell savory treats and tasty food! Alternatively, grab a seat and unwind with a beer or glass of wine at the King's Arms Tavern. At the Palace Garden store, you can also shop for a unique gift for family and friends. Check out their website or head on over to 529 S Front St, New Bern, NC for this magical tour.
The Tryon Palace hosts a holiday home tour. The tour sees the:
The tour is centered on the Christmas decorations and customs of the past.
A tour of the first floor of the houses is led by knowledgeable tour guides. They discuss holiday customs from the past three centuries with you. And also the unique items used in the decorations.
Each tour has a limited number of spots so be sure to check out their page for dates and times. Unfortunately, flash photography is not allowed. Tours may involve walking and climbing stairs. Tryon Palace Gardens access is included with tickets. Follow the link to their site or head on over to 529 S Front St, New Bern, NC.
Do you want to celebrate the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree? That came from the National Forests in North Carolina? Well then Union Point Park, located at 210 E Front St New Bern, is where you will want to be!
You get to sign the banners on the sides of the truck. And also "walk" through an interactive display. Consisting of the four national forests in North Carolina. But that's not all, you can also stay for:
This is a free event, so head on over and spend it with your friends and loved ones.
The joy of the holiday season begins with the Beary Merry Christmas Kickoff. As well as the Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony in Union Point Park. The celebration normally starts with:
It is a much-loved event that has become a tradition for many families.
In the past, the lighting ceremony usually featured live music as part of the kickoff. Downtown stores also usually stay open late. That way, everyone can start their holiday shopping. This is a fantastic chance to do some local shopping and take part in the first holiday festivities! For this event, you will need to be at Union Point Park located at 210 E Front St, New Bern, NC!
The Jaycees Christmas Parade in Downtown New Bern is an annual event! You can expect civic organizations, marching bands, themed floats, and maybe even Santa! The 2022 theme is "the sounds of Christmas". So make sure you're in Downtown New Bern! For the years to come, check out the Craven County Facebook page for details!
The best season of the year is here! Usually, on the first Saturday in December, is Breakfast with Santa. Hosted by the CarolinaEast Foundation. It is an annual fundraiser for the organization and a holiday celebration for the kids. This is an amazing fundraiser. The CarolinaEast Foundation can carry out its mission of assisting patients and people. This is thanks to the money raised by Breakfast with Santa.
Oh and not forgetting, spending some one-on-one time with Santa. Mrs. Claus and all of their helpers is a real possibility! So head on over to 203 S Front St, New Bern NC
After getting accepted to ECU, I started looking for things to do in and around Greenville, NC. However, my searches kept taking me to places in South Carolina! There must be things to do around ECU, so I started asking other students. They kept telling me to graduate and move away! This inspired me to begin exploring eastern North Carolina and build this website as a showcase of the places to go, sights to see, and things to do all over eastern NC. I have fallen in love with this region and started taking up roots here. After graduating, I didn't move away - I bought a house here and continue to explore eastern North Carolina.
