Home for the Holidays — Gift Expo + Fall Home Expo
Riverfront Convention Center | Downtown New Bern, NC
Home for the Holidays — Gift Expo + Fall Home Expo is a festive weekend of holiday shopping, unique gifts, handmade treasures, home inspiration, family fun, and seasonal experiences—all under one roof!
With 120+ vendors, there's something for everyone—from unique and handcrafted gifts to specialty foods, seasonal favorites, home décor, home improvement, and more. Whether you're getting a head start on your holiday shopping, looking for decorating inspiration, planning a home project, or simply looking for a fun family outing, Home for the Holidays is the place to be!
SHOP
- 120+ Vendors featuring everything from handmade to high end
- Hundreds of unique gifts for everyone on your list
- Exclusive Show Specials & Giveaways
- Seasonal Treats & Goodies
STYLE
- Explore the Fall Home Expo — Inspiration, Décor & More
- Tour the Holiday-Themed Tiny Home hosted by Carolina Custom Park Models
- Get expert tips during our daily Garden & Lawn Presentations offered by the NC Cooperative Extension - Craven County office:
- 11 AM: Common ENC Lawn Mistakes & How to Fix Them
- 12 PM: Preparing Your Vegetable Garden: Tips & Challenges
- 1 PM: Plants for Pollinators
CELEBRATE THE SEASON
- Meet & Greet with Santa Claus — Daily 11 AM –1 PM
- Hourly Puppet Shows beginning at 10:30 AM Offered by New Bern Puppets
- Dog & Puppy Adoption Event — The Colonial Capital Humane Society will be on-site Saturday from 10 AM – 4 PM with adoptable dogs and puppies looking for loving homes. Stop by to meet them, learn about adoption, and maybe find your newest family member. 🐾
- Festive holiday atmosphere and fun for the whole family
Saturday, November 21 | 10 AM–4 PM
Sunday, November 22 | 10 AM–3 PM
Admission: $5 per person | Children under 10 FREE | Family-Friendly