New Bern Ghostwalk
Visitors encounter local volunteer actors portraying historical spirits who bring New Bern's past to life through lively theatrical storytelling. Guided tours take guests through storytelling stops at Cedar Grove Cemetery, followed by self-guided visits to porch performances and historic downtown buildings. Guests can also watch historical skits behind the Attmore-Oliver House and tour local historic churches.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Advance general admission adults $20; Historical Society members $17; active duty military and family members with ID $17; students ages 13–23 with ID $17; children ages 3–12 $5; under age 3 free; groups of 13 or more $13 each (group tickets only at the Historical Society, by phone); general admission adults during the event, October 22–24, $25. Ticket prices are plus NC sales tax. Optional church meals and treats are separately priced: Broad Street Christian Church adults $10 and children under 10 $5; Temple B’nai Sholem treats $5; Centenary United Methodist Church adults $10 and children $7; St. Peter’s A.M.E. Zion Church meal $6. Church meals and Veri-Good Bakery are cash only.
Hours
Ghostwalk sites: Thursday–Saturday, 6–9:30 pm; last cemetery entrance 9:15. Thursday kickoff at Morgan's Tavern & Grill: 11am–10pm. Musical happening: Friday and Saturday nights, from dusk until... Church schedules: Broad Street Christian Church Saturday from 5:30 until...; Temple B’nai Sholem Saturday from 6pm until...; Centenary United Methodist Church Friday and Saturday, 5–8; St. Peter’s A.M.E. Zion Church Friday from 6pm until...
Ages
All ages (children under 3 free)
Neighborhood
Downtown New Bern
Food & Drink
Visitors can purchase cash-only baked goods from the Veri-Good Bakery behind the Attmore-Oliver House and budget-friendly meals or refreshments like chili, hot dogs, pasta, and cider from participating churches.
Parking
You can park and walk to nearby sites or walk the entire route.
Accessibility
Paths at Cedar Grove Cemetery are oyster shell and gravel.
Pets
Pets are not allowed at Ghostwalk sites.
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Tips & Advice
- Wear sturdy walking shoes, as the cemetery paths consist of gravel and oyster shell.
- Pick up your physical paper ticket ahead of time or at will call, as paper tickets are required for entry.
- Bring cash if you plan to buy baked goods from the Veri-Good Bakery or dinners from participating churches.
Special Events & Promotions
- A “thrilling” musical happening is scheduled for Friday and Saturday nights.
- Special historical skits take place on the Attmore-Oliver House back porch.
- Church attractions, meals, and tours vary by night; check the schedule for availability.
- This season features new historical stories, locations, and scripts; discounted admission is available for eligible members, military families, students, and groups.
Links & Contact
Run by New Bern Historical Society
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ghostwalk a scary haunted house?
No. Ghostwalk is a family-friendly historical event focused on real stories and figures from the past, rather than a spooky or supernatural haunted house.
How does the tour format work?
Guides lead visitors through the cemetery stops, while the rest of the tour is self-guided, allowing you to explore the porch sites and buildings at your own pace.
Can I visit sites more than once?
Each ghost site can be visited only once per ticket, though tickets are valid across all three evenings.
Are pets or alcohol allowed?
No, alcohol and pets are not permitted at any Ghostwalk sites.
What happens if it rains?
Ghostwalk takes place rain or shine and is only canceled in the event of dangerous conditions. Tickets are nonrefundable.
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