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Mother's Day Celebration
Starts: 05/09/2025 - Ends: 05/11/2025
Happy Mother's Day! This Mother's Day, treat the special women in your life to an unforgettable experience at New Bern KOA! Join us for a fun-filled weekend featuring moms only "SIP-N-PAINT" event, breakfast for mom, plus we will entertain the kids for her with barrel rides, HEY rides and much more!
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Easter Weekend
Starts: 04/18/2025 - Ends: 04/20/2025
HOP on down to the New Bern KOA and celebrate with your peeps! Get ready for an unforgettable Easter weekend! Join us for non-stop fun. Activities will include a barrel train ride, "Hey" ride, crafts, scavenger hunt and a special visit from the Easter Bunny! Stay tuned for even more surprises coming your way.
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Memorial Day Weekend
Starts: 05/23/2025 - Ends: 05/26/2025
Kick Off Memorial Day Weekend at New Bern KOA!! Join us for an incredible weekend of fun, relaxation, and celebration. From "HEY" rides, Pool Party, Cornhole Tournament, Tie-Dye ($) to Food Trucks, Bingo games and so much more!! Don't miss out on the chance to create lasting memories with your loved ones.
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St Patrick's Weekend
Starts: 03/14/2025 - Ends: 03/16/2025
Do you have the luck of the Irish? Put on your green and join us at New Bern KOA for a St. Patrick's Day celebration like no other! Enjoy a weekend full of fun games, scavenger hunts, activities, and much more. Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to relax in our beautiful surroundings, we've got something for everyone!
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Cinco de Mayo
Starts: 05/02/2025 - Ends: 05/04/2025
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo at New Bern KOA! Come and hang out with us as we will have a weekend filled with fun activities - check back with us for updates.
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July 4th Celebration
Starts: 07/03/2025 - Ends: 07/07/2025
Let freedom ring! Celebrate the 4th with us at the New Bern KOA. Activities to be announced but could include "Hey" Ride, train ride, site contests, pool party, tie-dye ($) and much more.
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Aloha Summer
Starts: 06/20/2025 - Ends: 06/22/2025
Grab your leis and hula on over to the New Bern KOA! Join us this weekend for a fun filled weekend! Lots of activities, pool party, ice cream social ($), games, crafts, much more.
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Christmas in July Week 2
Starts: 07/25/2025 - Ends: 07/27/2025
HO! HO! HO! Santa and his elves are coming to New Bern KOA in July! We will celebrate with a Christmas theme throught the park, polar express, Santa's sleigh, Christmas scavenger hunt and much more. Make sure to check back for updates.
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Christmas in July Week 1
Starts: 07/18/2025 - Ends: 07/20/2025
HO! HO! HO! Santa and his elves are coming to New Bern KOA in July! We will celebrate with a Christmas theme throughout the park, polar express, Santa's sleigh, Christmas scavenger hunt and much more. Make sure to check back for updates.
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Spooktacular Halloween Weekends
Starts: 10/23/2025 - Ends: 10/26/2025
Enter if You Dare: Halloween is Here! Join us every weekend in October for some spooktacular fun… if you dare! We've got Trick-or-Treating (campers, don't forget to bring your candy to share!), a creepy Pumpkin Decorating contest, and a chilling Site Decorating contest with wickedly awesome prizes for the best entries! Show off your creative costumes in our Costume Contest, or let your furry friends strut their stuff in the Pet Costume Contest—both with fang-tastic prizes up for grabs. Hop on for a hair-raising "Hey" ride and enjoy all the spine-tingling Halloween activities. Plus, a frightfully delicious Food Truck will be on-site to satisfy your spooky cravings. Don't miss out on the eerie fun and your chance to win some ghoulishly great prizes… see you there… if you dare!
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Spooktacular Halloween Weekends
Starts: 10/09/2025 - Ends: 10/12/2025
Monstrously Good Times Await! Join us every weekend in October for some spooktacular fun… if you dare! We've got Trick-or-Treating (campers, don't forget to bring your candy to share!), a creepy Pumpkin Decorating contest, and a chilling Site Decorating contest with wickedly awesome prizes for the best entries! Show off your creative costumes in our Costume Contest, or let your furry friends strut their stuff in the Pet Costume Contest—both with fang-tastic prizes up for grabs. Hop on for a hair-raising "Hey" ride and enjoy all the spine-tingling Halloween activities. Plus, a frightfully delicious Food Truck will be on-site to satisfy your spooky cravings. Don't miss out on the eerie fun and your chance to win some ghoulishly great prizes… see you there… if you dare!
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Spooktacular Halloween Weekends
Starts: 10/02/2025 - Ends: 10/05/2025
Get Ready for a Howlin' Good Time! Join us every weekend in October for some spooktacular fun… if you dare! We've got Trick-or-Treating (campers, don't forget to bring your candy to share!), a creepy Pumpkin Decorating contest, and a chilling Site Decorating contest with wickedly awesome prizes for the best entries! Show off your creative costumes in our Costume Contest, or let your furry friends strut their stuff in the Pet Costume Contest—both with fang-tastic prizes up for grabs. Hop on for a hair-raising "Hey" ride and enjoy all the spine-tingling Halloween activities. Plus, a frightfully delicious Food Truck will be on-site to satisfy your spooky cravings. Don't miss out on the eerie fun and your chance to win some ghoulishly great prizes… see you there… if you dare!
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Spooktacular Halloween Weekends
Starts: 10/16/2025 - Ends: 10/19/2025
Spooktacular Fun Awaits! Join us every weekend in October for some spooktacular fun… if you dare! We've got Trick-or-Treating (campers, don't forget to bring your candy to share!), a creepy Pumpkin Decorating contest, and a chilling Site Decorating contest with wickedly awesome prizes for the best entries! Show off your creative costumes in our Costume Contest, or let your furry friends strut their stuff in the Pet Costume Contest—both with fang-tastic prizes up for grabs. Hop on for a hair-raising "Hey" ride and enjoy all the spine-tingling Halloween activities. Plus, a frightfully delicious Food Truck will be on-site to satisfy your spooky cravings. Don't miss out on the eerie fun and your chance to win some ghoulishly great prizes… see you there… if you dare!
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Spooktacular Halloween Weekends
Starts: 10/30/2025 - Ends: 11/02/2025
Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun! Join us for our spookiest Halloween weekend tradition! Get ready for a hauntingly good time with a Site Decorating contest, a Costume contest, and a Pumpkin Decorating contest (bring your own pumpkin) Enjoy Trick-or-Treating around the campground (don't forget to bring lots of candy to share), a Spooky "Hey" Ride and dance the night away at our DJ Glow Party! With food trucks on-site and tons of eerie activities, this is one Halloween bash you won't want to miss—plus, we've got prizes!
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Christmas at New Bern KOA
Starts: 12/19/2025 - Ends: 12/21/2025
It's that magical time of year to spread some Holiday cheer! Get ready for a weekend filled with unforgettable memories. We've got so much planned for you—family crafts, a whimsical Polar Express train ride, Santa's sleigh wagon, mini donuts, letters to Santa, a merry scavenger hunt, chocolate bingo, a cozy holiday movie with hot cocoa and marshmallows, and maybe... just maybe, a special visit from Santa himself!
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Quack Attack Saturdays!
Starts: 04/05/2025 - Ends: 09/27/2025
The Ultimate Rubber Duckie Races! Every Saturday this summer, the pool transforms into the fiercest battleground for rubber ducks!! Adopt a duck, cheer it on, and watch as it paddles for the win! With every adopted duckie, you're not only racing but supporting Care Camps, too. So grab your game face and let the races begin!! Will your duck claim the crown? Let's quack ‘n' find out!
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Family Bingo Face-Off Fridays!
Starts: 04/04/2025 - Ends: 10/31/2025
Bingo Brawl: Who Will Win It All? Things just got serious… it's BINGO time! Grab the family and join us every Friday for an evening of laughs, games, and good vibes. And the best part? Every game you play helps raise money for Care Camps, giving kids with cancer a chance to experience the magic of camp.
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Food Truck Weekends
Starts: 04/05/2025 - Ends: 11/01/2025
Food Truck Frenzy! Get ready for a flavor-packed Spring and Summer at New Bern KOA!! We're excited to have a food truck every weekend, serving up delicious bites! Join us for a tasty adventure and make every weekend a delicious celebration.
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New Bern Mardi Gras
Starts: 03/01/2025 - Ends: 03/01/2025
The Historic Ghent Neighborhood is hosting its 10th Annual Mardi Gras Festival. Enjoy a footrace, parade, vendors, artists, food trucks, live music, puppet shows, and the crowning of the Mardi Gras King and Queen. . All ages are welcome and encouraged to dress in costume. Let the good times roll!
Saturday March 1, 2025 11:00am - 4:00 pm
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New Bern Civic Theater Shows 2025
Starts: 01/31/2025 - Ends: 11/22/2025
New Bern Civic Theatre is a non-profit community theater that features quality live productions, special events, and workshops throughout the year. Check website for more details.
Calendar Girls
Disney's Descendants the Musical
Walk-In Bathtub Improv
Escape to Margaritaville
Sankofa
Around the Wold in 80 Days
Lizzie the Musical
The Laramie Project
Monty Python's Spamalot
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ENC Home and Outdoor Expo
Starts: 03/29/2025 - Ends: 03/30/2025
Join us for the semi-annual ENC Home & Outdoor Expo taking place at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center. Acres of professionals from all aspects of Home Remodeling & Landscaping, RVs, Autos & Outdoor Recreation, Shopping, Wellness, Professional Services & much more. Food Trucks, fun for the family & a Treasure Hunt round out the event! More details on website.
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GIFT EXPO + Home show
Starts: 11/22/2025 - Ends: 11/23/2025
The event fills the Convention Center inside and out. Vendors offering everything from crafts to clothes and toys to tools. You'll find something for everyone on your gift list! Meet with experts from all aspects of home remodeling, home decor, landscaping and building. Exclusive show specials & discounts, plus thousands of dollars in prizes! Plus, Raffle Prizes, Santa, FREE Petting Zoo, Holiday Food & More! Admission is free.
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RiverTowne Players
Starts: 01/17/2025 - Ends: 12/14/2025
Theater company devoted to bringing entertainment to the historic stage of the Masonic Theater in downtown New Bern. Check website for more details.
Memphis
Something Rotten
Death of a Salesman
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Anastasia
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Glow Run
Starts: 06/07/2025 - Ends: 06/07/2025
Join us for an illuminated nighttime event!This Run/Walk 5k (timed event) is open to participants of All Ages and Abilities. Your participation directly benefits children, adults, and families with disabilities, mental health, and substance use challenges receiving life-changing services from Easterseals UCP | PORT Health in our local community. Our family-friendly, pet-friendly event also features a 1-mile Kid's Fun Run, food trucks, music, photo booths, basket raffles, Kid's Zone, and a post-race Awards Dance Party to finish off a GLOWTASTIC Night. For more info check website.
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Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament
Starts: 06/06/2025 - Ends: 06/15/2025
Among the largest and oldest sport fishing tournaments in the country, The Big Rock calls avid deep-sea fishermen to North Carolina's Crystal Coast for a full week of angling and community celebration. During the course of the last half-century, many boats have docked here, many tourists have gathered here, and many Morehead City natives have come and gone. Our mission has always stayed the same: to represent the sport fishing community as superbly as only Morehead City can!
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Neuse River Bridge Run
Starts: 05/02/2025 - Ends: 05/03/2025
Each year, the Neuse River Bridge Run includes a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and SuperKids Fun Run in beautiful downtown New Bern. The money raised at this event benefits several nonprofit organizations, from the Craven Arts Council to the YMCA. Everyone in eastern North Carolina benefits as together we build an active community of wellness. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or a spirited spectator, come join the excitement and be part of this incredible event that promotes fitness, fun, and community for all! More details on the website.
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The Great Trent River Raft Race
Starts: 06/07/2025 - Ends: 06/07/2025
The Great Trent River Raft Race! Join us at Union Point Park for a day of fun on the water. Build a raft and enter the newest category Anything That Floats! For you land lovers out there they'll be pirates, ariel mermaids and more! Check website for more info.
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Bike MS: Historic New Bern Ride
Starts: 09/06/2025 - Ends: 09/07/2025
Let's get historic! Our ride will start and finish at Union Point Park, surrounded by the beautiful Neuse and Trent Rivers. Your journey will take you through New Bern, a charming and historic waterfront town, and the amazing roads of Eastern North Carolina. Enjoy over 35 years of Bike MS: Historic New Bern – a ride where everything comes together, including cyclists pedaling towards a world free of MS.
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Heritage Homes Tour
Starts: 05/02/2025 - Ends: 05/03/2025
This self-guided tour includes several very special homes in historic downtown, ranging from glorious to tiny, from 19th century to brand spanking new. These are livable family homes with rich stories and diverse architecture that illustrates New Bern's amazing history. Add artists, live music, gardens in bloom, historical churches, and yummy food trucks to the mix for an unforgettable tour! More details on website.
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Juneteenth Celebration
Starts: 06/07/2025 - Ends: 06/23/2025
The annual Juneteenth Celebration of New Bern is a vibrant community event that honors the African American heritage. This multi-day community collaborative event features a parade, festival, fireworks, and more to create an atmosphere of joy and reflection. Check the website for more details.
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National Black Bear Festival
Starts: 06/06/2025 - Ends: 06/07/2025
The largest black bears on the planet are found in eastern North Carolina. The highest concentration of black bears in the world is here on the Albemarle – Pamlico Peninsula. The Black Bear Festival will take place on the banks of the Roanoke River in Plymouth's nationally registered Historic District. Check website for more details.
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Plein Air Festival in New Bern
Starts: 05/11/2025 - Ends: 05/18/2025
Join us for the return of Plein Air New Bern! Experience the journey as 35 artists from across the county come to New Bern to create beautiful paintings. Watch each piece take shape from the first brush stroke to the last. Then browse the gallery to find your favorite artwork to purchase and take home a piece of New Bern! For more details check website.
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BBQ Fest On the Neuse
Starts: 05/02/2025 - Ends: 05/03/2025
Award-winning festival in Downtown Kinston. Largest whole hog bbq cook-off in the World! Delicious BBQ, food competitions, shopping, arts & crafts, wine garden, children's activities and much more! Check website for more details.
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New Bern Autism Run/Walk
Starts: 04/26/2025 - Ends: 04/26/2025
Raise awareness for Autism in ENC and Health while bridging the gap & unity the acceptance & understanding our autistic in the community. More details on website.
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Tryon Palace Candlelight
Starts: 12/13/2025 - Ends: 12/20/2025
Candlelight is Tryon Palace's famed holiday event showcasing the beautifully decorated Governor's Mansion illuminated by the magical glow of candlelight. As you travel from one decorated room to another within the Palace, fabulously costumed interpreters present an engaging story that relates back to the Palace's colonial history. Candlelight is a holiday tradition that you will not want to miss! More info on website.
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Arts in April
Starts: 04/04/2025 - Ends: 04/28/2025
Our coastal town may be known for its stunning views and historic charm, but the hidden gem of our community is its diverse arts scene. Join us for New Bern's annual Arts in April, a festival dedicating the entire month of April to celebrating the arts. As a testament to our thriving arts community, we have a full and exciting calendar of events planned to showcase what New Bern has to offer. From family-friendly downtown events and fine arts showcases to theatre and concert performances, Arts in April has something for everyone.
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MumFest in Downtown New Bern
Starts: 10/11/2025 - Ends: 10/12/2025
Recognized as one of the finest award-winning family festivals in the state, MUMfest is a combination of fun and entertainment that annually attracts more than 90,000 festival-goers to the revitalized beauty of New Bern's historic downtown and waterfront. More info on website.
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Garden Lovers' Weekend
Starts: 04/11/2025 - Ends: 04/13/2025
Enjoy Spring at Garden Lovers' Weekend at Tryon Palace! Visitors to the Tryon Palace Grounds in New Bern will see the splendor of tulips and spring blooms during Spring Garden Lovers' Weekend where admission to the Tryon Palace gardens is free! Check website for more info.
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Labor Day Weekend
Starts: 08/29/2025 - Ends: 09/01/2025
Happy Labor Day!! As we say goodbye to summer, let's make this Labor Day weekend one to remember! Whether you're planning to relax or dive into some exciting activities, here's to a weekend full of sunshine, good vibes, and quality time with family and friends. Activities may include Wet "Hey" ride, Candy Bar Bingo, Pool Party, Ice Cream social ($), Tie-Dye ($) and many more fun events.
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Father's Day Weekend
Starts: 06/13/2025 - Ends: 06/15/2025
Happy Father's Day! Bring your Dad on down and let us spoil him. Special events for the weekend include Making Dad a gift, Fishing Tournament and more.
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Bridgeton Blueberry Festival
Starts: 06/14/2025 - Ends: 06/14/2025
Come celebrate blueberry season and enjoy our beautiful park. Activities include a blueberry bake-off contest, dunk tank, water slide, beekeeping exhibit, petting zoo, beer garden and more. Shop from more than 40 local vendors; grab a bite to eat from one of the local food trucks. There will be live music all day as well! Check website for furhter details.
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Magic Midways Spring Festival
Starts: 04/11/2025 - Ends: 04/20/2025
Over 40 Attractions Which Includes, Thrill Rides, Kiddie Land, Family Games of Skill, Super Food Courts, Face Painting, Military Specials Each day, Birthday Specials Each day, First Responder Specials Each day, Police Specials Each day.
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Hallowed Ground Lantern Tour
Starts: 03/20/2025 - Ends: 03/22/2025
The New Bern Historical Society invites you to an exciting storytelling event, the Hallowed Ground Lantern Tour. Enjoy a guided walk by lantern light along the wooded trails of Battlefield Park and hear first-hand the moving stories of real characters who found themselves in New Bern in 1862. You will hear about the planning behind the surf-boat landing at Slocum Creek, a New Bern freed slave on a first name basis at the White House, and sisters rebelling in their own way against the Union occupation of New Bern. Just to list a few! Guests will also walk through a full civil war encampment to learn about the day in the life of a soldier.
Not a battlefield tour or a program about the Civil War, these are poignant human stories of experiences, largely based on letters, diaries and contemporaneous accounts.
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A Night of Comedy with Brent Blakeney
Starts: 03/07/2025 - Ends: 03/07/2025
Prepare to have your funny bone tickled by the hilarious Brent Blakeney! With his sharp wit and relatable humor, Brent has captivated audiences across the country. Don't miss this opportunity to see him live in New Bern! Joining him will be magician Bryan Sanders and MC/Comedian Carollynn Xavier! Check website for more details.
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Handbell Musicians of America
Starts: 03/02/2025 - Ends: 03/02/2025
Distinctly Bronze East is an event for advanced handbell musicians, which in 2025 will be led by conductor Nick Hanson. Come and experience the magical sights and sounds of the English handbell as some of the finest musicians in the world captivate you with stunning interpretations of traditional and contemporary music. More details available on website.
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Final Days of Sunshine
Starts: 09/12/2025 - Ends: 09/14/2025
Last Call for Summer Fun! Let's make the most of summer's last days at the campground, join us every weekend for pool games, music, food trucks, ice cream socials, and much more—don't miss the ultimate farewell to summer!
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Final Days of Sunshine
Starts: 09/19/2025 - Ends: 09/21/2025
Last Call for Summer Fun! Let's make the most of summer's last days at the campground, join us every weekend for pool games, music, food trucks, ice cream socials, and much more—don't miss the ultimate farewell to summer!
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Final Days of Sunshine
Starts: 09/05/2025 - Ends: 09/07/2025
Last Call for Summer Fun! Let's make the most of summer's last days at the campground, join us every weekend for pool games, music, food trucks, ice cream socials, and much more—don't miss the ultimate farewell to summer!
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Heroes in Blue
Starts: 05/16/2025 - Ends: 05/18/2025
Celebrating Those Who Protect Us! We're celebrating our brave police officers for all they do to serve, protect and help our communities. Join us for a special event with a police car on-site, plus many more exciting activities to honor our heroes in blue!
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Pool Party
Starts: 04/25/2025 - Ends: 04/27/2025
Summer Kickoff! Get ready to splash into summer at our Pool Opening Party! Join us for pool games, music by the pool, and a delicious food truck. Play candy bar bingo, build your own sundae, and so much more! It's the perfect way to kick off summer!