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FamilyA Family Day in New Bern That Fits Your KidsChoose a family outing that fits your children, with room to change plans.BearsMeet the New Bern Bears: A First-Timer’s Downtown WalkA first walk among New Bern’s bears, one small stop at a time.Rainy dayA Rainy Day in New Bern: Indoor Plans for Kids and AdultsMuseum, library, or art? Build a wet-weather plan that fits the day.City guideNew Bern in 24 Hours: A Relaxed First-Visit ItineraryOne main attraction, time for the riverfront, and meals you can enjoy.OutdoorsA New Bern Waterfront Afternoon: Walk, Pause and EatChoose a short riverfront pause or a longer walk before a meal.BudgetFree and Low-Cost New Bern: What You Can Do on a BudgetSee the price and its conditions before choosing a New Bern outing.EventsMumFest 2026: your day from arrival to dinnerChoose your festival day, plan your arrival, and leave time for dinner and the ride back.EventsWhat to Do in New Bern This Week: October 5–11, 2026Four ways to plan the rest of this week in New Bern, from Friday art to the MumFest weekend.Festival guideMumFest 2026 Visitor Guide: Parking, Shuttle and What to KnowPlan MumFest 2026 in downtown New Bern, October 10 and 11: free shuttle, parking, street closures, what to bring, headliners and where to eat.City guideThings to do in New BernGood options for an open afternoon, a weekend, or a longer visit.
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