Plan Your Visit
New Bern, North Carolina
Everything you need to know about getting to New Bern, where to stay, and what to expect on site.
The Venue
Maola at Riverside is a multi-building venue on the north side of downtown New Bern, within walking distance of the waterfront and historic district. The site offers indoor space for court, feast, and classes; a flat grass list field for the pas d’armes; paved, wheelchair-friendly parking; and on-site tent camping and RV boondocking.
Accessibility
The site is ADA compliant for all buildings except the Royal Room. Restrooms in the main buildings are either ground-level or have a ramp to the entrance. The list field is on flat grass. Parking is paved. If you have specific accommodation needs, email annabellaofthebay@gmail.com before the event.
Parking
Free on-site parking is available. Lots are paved and wheelchair-friendly.
Site Rules
- Service animals only. No other animals permitted.
- Only site-provided fire pits may be used.
- The site is wet; a cash bar is available on site.
Directions
From I-42 (US-70), East or West
- Take the Trent Woods / Pembroke Road exit.
- At the stop light, turn left onto NC-55W.
- After half a mile, turn right onto Queen Street.
- Travel one mile, then turn left onto N Craven Street.
- The destination is on your right after seven-tenths of a mile.
From Hwy 17, North or South
- Take the Downtown New Bern exit.
- Turn right toward New Bern.
- At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Front Street.
- Turn left on Queen Street, then immediate right onto N Craven Street.
- The destination is on your right after seven-tenths of a mile.
Lodging
Hotels
Hotel block details will be posted here once confirmed. In the meantime, downtown New Bern has multiple hotels within a short drive of the venue.
Camping on Site
On-site tent camping and RV boondocking are available at the $5 camping rate. Please note that RVs must boondock; there are no hookups. Indicate your camping preference when you register. Sunday, January 10, is pack-out day for campers.
Trolley Service
A trolley will run between the hotel block and the venue on Saturday. Schedule and pickup points will be posted here once confirmed.
While You’re Here: New Bern
New Bern, founded in 1710 by Swiss and German settlers from Bern, Switzerland, is one of the most historically significant towns in the Carolinas. If you arrive early or stay an extra day, three attractions sit within minutes of the venue.