Beary Merry Christmas Events
Visitors gather to watch Santa make a grand entrance and help light the community Christmas tree. The gathering invites friends and families to sing along to holiday carols and welcome the festive season.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown New Bern
Parking
Downtown has free two-hour on-street parking on weekdays during posted enforcement hours and free all-day parking lots; street parking and the lots are available all day on weekends.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Follow Beary Merry Events on Facebook for updates about delays, closures, or other important event news.
- Use downtown’s free all-day parking lots, and check lot signs because the Gold Bear lot has limited Saturday hours.
- Allow extra travel time and follow posted detour signs because downtown crosswalk work may affect traffic flow and parking access.
- Dress warmly for an evening outdoors so you can comfortably watch Santa arrive and stay for the tree lighting.
- Arrive early to choose a viewing spot before the Santa arrival and tree-lighting gathering begins.
Special Events & Promotions
- Calm, relaxed Cozy Midweek Magic with Santa runs every Wednesday in December.
Links & Contact
Run by Beary Merry Events
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the event suitable for?
It is described as an all-ages event.
What happens during the gathering?
Santa arrives in Downtown New Bern and helps light the community Christmas tree, with holiday carols for visitors to sing along to.
Is Santa’s House part of this event?
Santa’s House is a separate feature in Downtown New Bern; the arrival and tree lighting listing does not specify that it is included.
Where can I park downtown?
Downtown has free two-hour on-street parking on weekdays during posted enforcement hours, plus free all-day lots; street parking and those lots are available all day on weekends.
How can I get updates about delays or closures?
Follow Beary Merry Events on Facebook for updates about delays, closures, or other important event news.
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