A Wedding Guide - Visit New Bern

A Wedding Guide
The Start of Your
Happily Ever After
O
n your day, you deserve to be surrounded by distinct elegance, romance
and charm. Find all of this and more in historic New Bern-Craven County,
North Carolina, a charming riverfront destination that offers all you
need to make your day completely unforgettable. Its historic mansions, beautiful
plantation homes, and romantic bed and breakfast locations make New Bern-Craven
County the perfect backdrop for the wedding of your dreams.
New Bern-Craven County is centrally located along the North Carolina coast. Historic
New Bern’s picturesque downtown setting, overlooking the Neuse and Trent Rivers, is
filled with quaint boutiques and eateries, riverfront attractions, lively entertainment,
and more, so that every moment of your event will be truly extraordinary.
Y
ou’ll fall in love with all that New Bern-Craven County offers you and your guests.
Sun seekers can enjoy boating or golf, nature trails and other outdoor recreation.
History lovers can tour local landmarks, historic homes and museums. Anyone
wishing to take time out can revel in the charm of a cozy bed and breakfast, or simply
unwind and relax.
The New Bern-Craven County Convention & Visitors Center will help you set the stage for
your dream wedding. The staff can assist by providing information on accommodations
and venues in the area, giving you time to plan the more exciting details and focus on
making your wishes come true.
Downtown New Bern offers breathtaking waterfront views from the Union Point Park
Gazebo, elegant mansions steeped in history and a real Palace made more romantic
with a one of a kind setting. Whether it’s a classic wedding you’ve always dreamed of,
or you’re looking for something a little less traditional, New Bern-Craven County offers
everything you need to make your day unforgettable.
Every Fairytale Should
Include a Palace
S
urrounded with distinct elegance, romance, beauty and waterfront views, Tryon Palace is
the perfect backdrop for your storybook wedding. Whether you’re planning an intimate
gathering or an extravagant soiree, Tryon Palace has all the amenities and beauty to
make your fairytale come true.
Nestled along the Trent River in historic downtown New Bern, Tryon Palace offers multiple
venues across 22 acres of gardens, historic homes, the North Carolina History Center and of
course, the Governor’s Palace, North Carolina’s reconstructed 18th century colonial capitol.
The iconic architecture and ambiance of the Governor’s Palace sets the stage for the grandest
of weddings, while the quaintness of Tryon Palace’s historic homes and gorgeous gardens
are flexible enough to accommodate small to midsize weddings, rehearsal dinners and
engagement parties.
While Tryon Palace is known for its history, the North Carolina History Center is known for
its stately Mattocks Hall, waterfront views from Bate Commons and amenities like a state-ofthe-art catering kitchen. Whether you want to host a reception, ceremony or book it as your
backup in the event of rain, the North Carolina History Center could be an exciting new
chapter in your storybook wedding.
Make Your Day an
Affair to Remember
I
f you’re looking for a beautiful waterfront location with modern elegance, the New Bern
Riverfront Convention Center is the perfect destination for hosting your big day. Located
in the heart of New Bern’s downtown historic district, the center provides convenience as
well as an air of distinct sophistication so that your wedding day will truly be extraordinary.
The 45,000 square foot center can accommodate groups up to 1,350, and serve banquets
for over 1,000 people. A grand, state-of-the-art 12,000 square foot ballroom promises to
make your reception exceptional, or if your wedding is more intimate in nature, additional
cozy settings are offered as well. You and your guests will enjoy the breathtaking waterfront
veranda, as well as the center’s close proximity to all of the historic sites of downtown New
Bern. Over 400 guest rooms are within walking distance of the center. The New Bern-Craven
County Convention & Visitors Center can assist with obtaining the best group rates for blocks
of hotel rooms for your guests.
The Havelock Tourist & Event Center is another ideal setting for social gatherings of all sizes.
When you are ready to start planning the perfect wedding, their friendly and professional staff
will assist in making your wedding day one to remember.
The center offers 7,200 square feet of space that accommodates groups from 10 to 800 guests.
With its modern décor, functional space and excellent service, the Havelock Tourist & Event
Center is the perfect location for an unforgettable gathering.
Where Dreams
Become Reality
A
ll of the details for your perfect day will come together seamlessly in New Bern-Craven
County. The area offers a variety of venues including a number of quaint bed and breakfasts,
the town’s most distinguished churches, the Abilena and Whitford Plantations, the New
Bern Country Club, or the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center. Meanwhile, many of the
area’s hotels offer event space as well as accommodations for your out-of-town guests.
Wedding Venues
Abilena Plantation
Antebellum Meadows Inn
252-876-7599 Abilena.com
252-634-1776 MeadowsInn-NC.com
The Aerie Guest House &
Conference Center
BridgePointe Hotel & Marina
252-636-5553 aeriebedandbreakfast.com
Captain Ratty’s
BridgePointe Hotel & Marina
252-633-2088 CaptainRattys.com
877-283-7713 BridgePointeHotel.com
Chelsea Restaurant
Carolina Colours Pavilion
252-637-5469 TheChelsea.com
252-772-0201
CarolinaColoursAssociation.com/
Pavilion
DoubleTree by Hilton
New Bern - Riverfront
252-638-3585
NewBernRiverfront.DoubleTree.com
The Flame Catering and Banquet Centre
252-633-1193 TheFlameNewBern.com
Havelock Tourist & Event Center
252-444-4348 HavelockEvents.com
Isaac Taylor Garden
252-649-1712 ITaylorGarden.com
New Bern Churches
Call the Visitors Center 252-637-9400
New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
252-637-1551
visitnewbern.com/groups_and_conv.php
Rivertowne & Stanly Hall Ballrooms
252-637-2003 RivertowneBallroom.com
Stoney Creek Ranch
877-283-7713 BridgePointeHotel.com
Crystal Coast Lady
252-728-8687 CrystalCoastLady.com
DoubleTree by Hilton
New Bern - Riverfront
252-638-3585
NewBernRiverfront.DoubleTree.com
Elks Lodge
252-638-8116 Elks.org
The Flame Catering and Banquet Centre
252-633-1193 TheFlameNewBern.com
Harmony House Inn
252-636-3810 HarmonyHouseInn.com
Havelock Tourist & Event Center
252-444-4348 HavelockEvents.com
252-649-1712 ITaylorGarden.com
Knights of Columbus
252-633-5632 KofcNewBern.org
New Bern Churches
Call the Visitors Center 252-637-9400
New Bern Riverfront Convention Center
Tryon Palace
252-637-1551
visitnewbern.com/groups_and_conv.php
Union Point Park Gazebo
252-639-2901 Ci.New-Bern.NC.us/RP?
Whitford Plantation
252-638-7871 WhitfordPlantation.com
Reception Venues
Abilena Plantation
252-876-7599 Abilena.com
The Aerie Guest House &
Conference Center
252-636-5553 aeriebedandbreakfast.com
The Aerie Bed & Breakfast
252-636-5553 aeriebedandbreakfast.com
Antebellum Meadows Inn
252-634-1776 MeadowsInn-NC.com
BridgePointe Hotel & Marina
877-283-7713 BridgePointeHotel.com
The Captain’s Stay Bed & Breakfast
252-288-5133 TheCaptainsStay.com/
Courtyard by Marriott
252-636-0022 Marriot.com/ewncy
DoubleTree by Hilton
New Bern - Riverfront
252-638-3585
NewBernRiverfront.DoubleTree.com
Hanna House
252-635-3209 HannaHouseNC.net
Harmony House Inn
252-636-3810 HarmonyHouseInn.com
Harvey Mansion
252-635-3232 TheHarveyMansion.com
Sail Inn
252-259-8507 SailInn.biz
Isaac Taylor Garden
770-598-9086 StoneyCreekRanchNC.com
800-767-1560
TryonPalace.org/weddings
Downtown Accommodations
Persimmons
252-514-0033 PersimmonsRestaurant.com
Sudan Temple
252-637-5197 SudanShriners.com
Tryon Palace
800-767-1560
TryonPalace.org/weddings
Union Point Park Gazebo
252-639-2901
newbern-nc.org/RP/parks.php
Whitford Plantation
252-638-7871 WhitfordPlantation.com
Area Accommodations
Abbot Cottages & Ziegler Suites Hotel
252-638-6868 NewBernZig.com
Candlewood Suites
252-638-8166 CandlewoodSuites.com
Comfort Inn Havelock
252-444-8444 ComfortSuites.com
Comfort Suites Riverside Inn & Suites
252-649-1717 ComfortSuites.com
Days Inn Havelock
252-447-1122 DaysInn.com
Hampton Inn Havelock
252-447-9400 HamptonInn.com
Hampton Inn New Bern
252-637-2111 HamptonInn.com
Holiday Inn Express Havelock
252-447-9000 HIExpress.com
F
inding the right professionals for your big day doesn’t need to be a chore. Fortunately,
New Bern-Craven County’s top-rated vendors will ensure that your wedding, the
reception, and all of your memories are absolutely incredible. From florists and bakers
to photographers and videographers to DJs and even limousine and carriage services, you’ll
have the best team on your side to make your day something truly memorable.
Holiday Inn Express New Bern
252-638-8266 HIExpress.com
Florists
Open Aperture Photography
Quality Inn Havelock
252-670-1651 annegriggsproductions.com
252-571-8100
OpenApPhoto.com
252-444-1111 QualityInn.com
Greenleaf Park Florist
Portraits by Angelo
Springhill Suites by Marriott
252-638-5156
252-633-3755 PortraitsbyAngelo.com
252-637-0017 Marriott.com/ewnsh
Lou’s Towne Shoppe Flowers and Gifts
Stoney Creek Ranch
252-636-3484
770-598-9086 StoneyCreekRanchNC.com
Michael’s Florist
Anne Griggs Productions
252-633-4770
Caterers
Occasions To Celebrate
247 Craven
252-637-9100
252-635-1879 247Craven.com
Annabelle’s - Strange & Sons Catering
Odham’s Flower Shop
252-638-1374
252-636-3663 StrangeAndSons.com
Baker’s Kitchen
Photographers
252-637-0304 BakersKitchenNewBern.com
Abilena Plantation
Chelsea Restaurant
252-349-2441
Abilena.com
252-637-5469 TheChelsea.com
DoubleTree by Hilton
New Bern - Riverfront
252-638-3585
NewBernRiverfront.DoubleTree.com
Adrian Henson Photography, Inc.
252-638-5607
AdrianHensonWeddings.com
Chris Niemann Photography
The Flame Catering and
Banquet Centre
252-670-3160
ChrisNiemannPhotography.com
252-633-1193 TheFlameNewBern.com
Curtis Blake Photography
Moore’s BBQ, Inc
252-638-3937 MooresBarbeque.com
614-565-7333
CurtisBlakePhotography.com
Thee Catering Company
Distinctive Photo Images
252-649-1746 TheeCateringCompany.com
252-675-1631
DistinctivePhotoImages.com
Wedding Planners
A Happily Ever After
Carriages & Limousines
1929 Ford Model A Antique Car
252-636-5553 AerieBedandBreakfast.com
Diamond Limousine Service
252-646-4490
Holloway Executive
Transportation Service
252-772-5478 HollowayLimonbNC.com
New Bern Tours
252-637-7316 NewBernTours.com
Shuttle Me Transportation
252-617-0605
ShuttleMeNC.com Twilight Limousine
252-633-0027
North-Carolina-Limo.com
Entertainment
BTA Entertainment
800-985-2821
CK Entertainment
252-229-8844
CKEntertainment.net
Creative Music Entertainment
252-637-1118
Firehouse Mobile Entertainment
252-670-1651 annegriggsproductions.com
252-637-1118
AHappilyEverAfter.com
Occasions To Celebrate
Images By Rodger
Tunes On The Move
252-229-1390
RodgerWhitney.com
252-447-4769
Anne Griggs Productions
252-637-9100 Occasions2Celebrate.com
Promised Hearts
252-671-6939 PromisedHearts.com
252-670-7891
Contact us today to begin planning your wedding
Craven County Convention & Visitor Center
203 South Front Street
New Bern, NC 28560
800-437-5767 | 252-637-9400
VisitNewBern.com/bridal