FAQs ( 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. Locations to be published at a later date.
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?
FROM NORTH: Washington, Pamlico County, and points North
Drive SOUTH on US Hwy 17 to New Bern, cross the new Neuse River Bridge.
Follow signage into the downtown 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?
Pets are prohibited at MUMFEST for the safety and convenience of visitors. The City's Code of Ordinance, Chapter 6 "Animals" prohibits animals from being within 150 feet of the MUMFEST festival area, regardless if the animal is on a leash. Violaters 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 located in the Lil'Kidstuff Korner, 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 at the First Aid Station at the corner of Craven & Pollock Streets adjacent to 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.
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