Soulshine N' Sunshine Hippie Fest
May 2 - 3, 2026
hamptonhomesteadfarm.com
(704) 214-6836
Hampton Homestead Farm - Gastonia, NC
Kid Friendly, Hippie Fest filled with good vibes and fun for all ages. Multiple Stages of music, overnight camping offered, yoga sessions, petting zoo, local artisans, unique vendors, classic fishing style games. We're creating a joyful, laid-pack atmosphere where families can explore handmade goods, enjoy great food and spend the day connecting with their community.
Christmas Made in the South / Charlotte
October 23 - 25, 2026
MadeInTheSouthShows.com
(704) 847-9480
Cabarras Arena & Events Center - Concord, NC
Christmas Made in the South is focused on keeping the world of fine artisans and craftspeople vibrant. Exhibitors will be there all three days demonstrating and selling their handcrafted works, Santa's elves hard at work.
Events in New Bern, NC — upcoming
March 2026 (dates not updated)
The Artisan Market
Riverfront Convention Center of Craven County, New Bern, NC
Status: Updated 10/8/2024
This North Carolina Craft Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: home & outdoor expo, petting zoo, raffle prizes.
March 2026 (dates not updated)
ENC Home & Outdoor Expo
Riverfront Convention Center of Craven County, New Bern, NC
Status: Updated 10/8/2024
This North Carolina Home and Garden Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: artisan market, petting zoo, raffle prizes.
October 2026 (dates not updated)
New Bern Mumfest
Downtown Streets and Waterfront, New Bern, NC
Status: Updated 3/10/2025
This North Carolina Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 50 food booths. There will be 1 stage with talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6:30pm; Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include: purina incredible dog show, aerial acrobatics, street performers, kids shows, amusements.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
The Gift Expo
Riverfront Convention Center, New Bern, NC
Status: Updated 11/19/2025
This North Carolina Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include: santa, raffles, pet adoption event, fall home expo.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Fall Home Expo
Riverfront Convention Center, New Bern, NC
Status: Updated 11/20/2025
This North Carolina Home and Garden Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include: santa, petting zoo, pet adoption event, raffle prizes.
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Christmas Candlelight Celebration
Tryon Palace, New Bern, NC
Status: Updated 12/9/2025
This North Carolina Holiday Celebration will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $16 - $32.
