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The Gingerbread Festival is a joyful, must-see holiday tradition at the Crystal Coast. This beloved event brings the people together in a warm, festive atmosphere that's filled with creativity, holiday spirit and heart.

Featuring more than 50 talented competitors each year and welcoming several hundred attendees, the festival showcases incredible local creativity while celebrating the season in a truly special way.

Guests can explore beautifully crafted gingerbread exhibits, each one uniquely designed and full of incredible detail, making the event feel like stepping into a holiday wonderland. It’s the perfect outing for families, friends and visitors of all ages to enjoy the sights, take in the festive cheer and celebrate the season together.

Enjoy the lights, the laughter and the stunning gingerbread creations that make this one of the Crystal Coast’s most cherished holiday events.

Beyond the magic and creativity on display, the festival supports compassionate end-of-life care. It’s a meaningful way to celebrate the holidays while making a real difference in the community.

This is a Saturday morning acoustic traditional string music jam. A group of area musicians gather to play traditional music. This is a friendly welcoming group that enjoys playing together. New musicians and music fans are welcome. Please visit www.bctma.org for more information.

The American Music Festival is beyond excited to bring you the 2026 2027 season of incredible music. Get ready for a lineup of outstanding artists who will fill the stage with energy, artistry, and unforgettable performances.

From timeless classical favorites to bold and inspiring works by today’s composers, this season celebrates music in all its color, culture, and creativity. Every concert offers something new to discover and enjoy.

Whether you are a lifelong chamber music fan or experiencing it for the first time, this season is made for you. Bring your friends, bring your family, and get ready for a year of music you will be talking about long after the final note.

The 2026-2027 season is here and it is not to be missed.

Check the website for the full schedule of events, locations and ticket prices.

The Gingerbread Festival is a joyful, must-see holiday tradition at the Crystal Coast. This beloved event brings the people together in a warm, festive atmosphere that's filled with creativity, holiday spirit and heart.

Featuring more than 50 talented competitors each year and welcoming several hundred attendees, the festival showcases incredible local creativity while celebrating the season in a truly special way.

Guests can explore beautifully crafted gingerbread exhibits, each one uniquely designed and full of incredible detail, making the event feel like stepping into a holiday wonderland. It’s the perfect outing for families, friends and visitors of all ages to enjoy the sights, take in the festive cheer and celebrate the season together.

Enjoy the lights, the laughter and the stunning gingerbread creations that make this one of the Crystal Coast’s most cherished holiday events.

Beyond the magic and creativity on display, the festival supports compassionate end-of-life care. It’s a meaningful way to celebrate the holidays while making a real difference in the community.

The American Music Festival is beyond excited to bring you the 2026 2027 season of incredible music. Get ready for a lineup of outstanding artists who will fill the stage with energy, artistry, and unforgettable performances.

From timeless classical favorites to bold and inspiring works by today’s composers, this season celebrates music in all its color, culture, and creativity. Every concert offers something new to discover and enjoy.

Whether you are a lifelong chamber music fan or experiencing it for the first time, this season is made for you. Bring your friends, bring your family, and get ready for a year of music you will be talking about long after the final note.

The 2026-2027 season is here and it is not to be missed.

Check the website for the full schedule of events, locations and ticket prices.

The American Music Festival is beyond excited to bring you the 2026 2027 season of incredible music. Get ready for a lineup of outstanding artists who will fill the stage with energy, artistry, and unforgettable performances.

From timeless classical favorites to bold and inspiring works by today’s composers, this season celebrates music in all its color, culture, and creativity. Every concert offers something new to discover and enjoy.

Whether you are a lifelong chamber music fan or experiencing it for the first time, this season is made for you. Bring your friends, bring your family, and get ready for a year of music you will be talking about long after the final note.

The 2026-2027 season is here and it is not to be missed.

Check the website for the full schedule of events, locations and ticket prices.

The American Music Festival is beyond excited to bring you the 2026 2027 season of incredible music. Get ready for a lineup of outstanding artists who will fill the stage with energy, artistry, and unforgettable performances.

From timeless classical favorites to bold and inspiring works by today’s composers, this season celebrates music in all its color, culture, and creativity. Every concert offers something new to discover and enjoy.

Whether you are a lifelong chamber music fan or experiencing it for the first time, this season is made for you. Bring your friends, bring your family, and get ready for a year of music you will be talking about long after the final note.

The 2026-2027 season is here and it is not to be missed.

Check the website for the full schedule of events, locations and ticket prices.

The American Music Festival is beyond excited to bring you the 2026 2027 season of incredible music. Get ready for a lineup of outstanding artists who will fill the stage with energy, artistry, and unforgettable performances.

From timeless classical favorites to bold and inspiring works by today’s composers, this season celebrates music in all its color, culture, and creativity. Every concert offers something new to discover and enjoy.

Whether you are a lifelong chamber music fan or experiencing it for the first time, this season is made for you. Bring your friends, bring your family, and get ready for a year of music you will be talking about long after the final note.

The 2026-2027 season is here and it is not to be missed.

Check the website for the full schedule of events, locations and ticket prices.

Come Again is a social respite program where people in early to middle stages of dementia spend time with trusted, trained volunteers in a safe, judgment-free space. We aim to bring joy, friendship, and purpose to everyone while giving care partners a chance to rest. Activities include fellowship, music, art, movement, and service projects, plus a hot lunch. Starting May 1, Come Again meets every Thursday from 10 am to 2 pm at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2311 Elizabeth Ave. There is a small fee to attend. Come Again honors our loved ones living with dementia by lifting up their remaining strengths in a supportive, creative and purposeful way. For more information about joining Come Again or volunteering, contact director Lindsay Roberts at lindsayroberts@newbernrespite.org, 919.428.0618 or www.newbernrespite.org.

Area musicians come together to play traditional music in an acoustic string jam. This is a fun, friendly easy-going group. New musicians and traditional music fans are welcome. Please visit www.bctma.org for more information