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New Bern Outdoor & Nature Events - 2026 Schedule

New Bern Outdoor & Nature Events - 2026 Schedule
This Week
Saturday, May 2nd
Beaufort

The annual Wooden Boat Show is a tradition in the town of Beaufort, and its 50th celebration in 2026 promises to be bigger and more engaging than ever before. With a long roster of activities that are slated for the weekend-long event, visitors will be treated to a wealth of activities, displays, exhibits, and interactive ways to join in the fun.

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The Circle at Atlantic Beach

Crystal Coast visitors who want an easy-going day on the seashore can head to one of the most convenient public beach accesses in the region, the Circle at Atlantic Beach. Known as the main “Town Beach” and located in the heart of the...

4BR Coastal Duplex with Hot Tub & Game R...

This 4‑bed, 4‑bath duplex offers space and vistas for up to 8, featuring a King and 3 Queens with linens included and beds made for you. Kick off beach days on the broad living level with open kitchen and deck access, then relax in the hot tub...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Good Day Sunshine, Oceanfront Duplex, Lo...

Good Day Sunshine is the ideal home for your family beach vacation.This 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom oceanfront duplex is in a marvelous mid-island location of handsome Emerald Isle. Not far from the shopping and eateries of downtown, but away from the...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford...

Compass Pointe, Oceanfront House in Emer...

Compass Pointe is a 10-Bedroom, 10 Full Bath, 2 Half-Bathroom new construction, oceanfront home located in the heart of Emerald Isle! This home is the ideal entertainment destination, with an outdoor living space just as impressive as the interior...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour...