Boat Parade

Coastal Christmas Flotilla

Trent and Neuse Rivers, New Bern, NC New Bern NC

Next edition

Coastal Christmas Flotilla 2026 December 5, 2026

Provisional — awaiting the organiser's announcement

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Future editions
  • 2027 — December 4, 2027 · provisional
  • 2028 — December 2, 2028 · provisional
  • 2029 — December 1, 2029 · provisional
  • 2030 — December 7, 2030 · provisional

A city-run flotilla at the confluence of the Trent and Neuse, with sail and power divisions parading past Union Point Park on the first Saturday of December. It pairs naturally with New Bern’s busy downtown holiday calendar.

  • Starts: 17:30 (2025)
  • Route: Decorated boats parade along the Trent and Neuse Rivers off Union Point Park.
  • Where to watch: Union Point Park, 210 E Front St, New Bern (food and cocoa vendors on site).
  • Running since: 1985
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