FAQ's ( Frequently Asked Questions)

1. Where should people park?

Shuttle on down ....

Although there'll be plenty of parking spaces in downtown New Bern during MUM FEST you can easily shuttle from a free parking area with continuous service on the half hour at: JC Penny rear parking lot, Twin Rivers Mall, Hwy 17 near Hwy 70 exit.

Saturday: 10am-6pm, Sunday: 11am-5pm

Trolley-Shuttle service compliments of Century 21 Zaytoun Raines, Moen, Inc. and Craven County CARTS Program.

 

2. What about handicapped parking?

Designated parking for the handicapped is located in the side lot of the parking lot on Hancock Street between Pollock and Broad Street.  This parking area is restricted to vehicles with a handicapped symbol on their license plate or decal hanging from the rear view mirror.  Violators will be towed away at the violator's expense.

3. Directions to downtown? New directions due to bridge closing

FROM NORTH: Washington, Pamlico County, and points North

Drive SOUTH on US Hwy 17 to New Bern, cross the new Neuse River Bridge. Due to the replacement of the Trent River bridge - continue on Hwy 70 to the Pembroke Trent Woods exit. Turn right on First St. Continue on First St to Broad - turn right - continue on Broad St. which takes you into the festival area.

FROM SOUTH: Wilmington, Myrtle Beach, SC, and points South

Drive NORTH on US Hwy 17 to New Bern. Continue on Hwy 17 (Martin Luther King Blvd) and follow signage into the downtown area.

FROM WEST: Raleigh, Kinston, and points West

Drive EAST on US Hwy 70 to New Bern. Take Pembroke/Trent Woods exit. Turn right, cross over the overpass and continue on First St.to Neuse Blvd. Turn right and follow signage into downtown.

FROM EAST: Havelock, Morehead City, and points East

Continue on Hwy 70 to the Pembroke/Trent Woods exit. Turn right on First St. Continue on First St. and turn right onto Neuse Blvd. (which becomes Broad St) Continue on Broad St. which takes you into the downtown area.

4. Is there a rain date?

No. The show must go on, rain or shine although some events may be delayed or postponed depending upon the intensity of the rain.

5. Are pets allowed?

We love pets, but Fido and Fifi are prohibited at MUM FEST for the safety and convenience of visitors...

Per the recent Board of Alderman amendment to Chapter 6 "Animals" of the Code of Ordinance, animals are prohibited from being within 150 feet of the MUM FEST regardless if the animal is on a leash. Violators will be subject to a $25 fine. This does not apply to guide dogs.

 

6. What about bicycles?

Any vehicle that may be a potential hazard to pedestrians is prohibited from entering the street festival area, including skates, skateboards, scooters, as well as bikes.

7. Baby Changing Station

A baby changing area is available at the Lil'Kidstuff Korner, located at the corner of Broad and East Front Streets courtesy of New Bern Recreation and Parks Department.

8. Porta Potties

Broad @ Hancock Street - handicap accessibility

First Citizens Bank - Broad St.

KIDSTUFF area - East Front Street.

Union Point Park.

Craven @ Pollock Street - handicap accessibility.

 

9. Emergency & First Aid

Located in the New Bern Fire Department exhibit area in the 300 Block of Craven Street near City Hall.

10. Lost & Found

Located at the New Bern Police Department Command Post in City Hall, Craven and Pollock Streets.

11. I need lodging information.

For a complete list of available accommodations and other visitor-related information click on The MUMfest Business Directory>>
or call the Craven County Visitor Information Center at 1-800-437-5767.