Announcements & News

Youth Indoor Volleyball League - Monday, July 14, 2025

It might be the middle of summer, but fall sports are just around the corner! Craven County Recreation's Youth Indoor Volleyball League is an awesome way to learn about the sport of volleyball, grow your skills on the court, and have a fun time doing it! We kick the season off with a Skills Eval and Team Placement on September 14th, with practices starting soon after on Tuesday or Thursday evenings. Games are held on Sunday afternoons beginning September 28th.
 
To register, please click on the Programs Tab above.
 
For more information, please email Chris at cworsinger@cravencountync.gov 

2025 Fall Tennis Lessons


Youth & Adult Tennis Lessons are a great way for new players to dip their toes into the sport of tennis, and more advanced players to continue to grow their game! This fall we're excited to offer two different 3-week sessions to better accommodate busy schedules. 
 
To register, please head to the Programs Tab above.
 
Questions? Email Chris at cworsinger@cravencountync.gov 

2025 Neuse River Senior Games Fall Pickleball Tournament

Neuse River Senior Games is excited to offer the 3rd Annual Fall Pickleball Tournament for seniors ages 50 and better! Grab your paddles and come practice for the Games in the Spring!

The Pickleball Courts at Creekside Park will be utilized for this tournament as well as the official North Carolina Senior Games Pickleball Rules. Mixed Doubles will be on Tuesday, November 18 and Doubles will be on Wednesday, November 19. The registration fee will be $15.00 per participant; cash or check ONLY. Make checks payable to: Neuse River Senior Games. Mail registration form and program fee to: 1821 Old Airport Rd, New Bern, NC 28562. BOTH participants/partners must register.

It will be a double elimination tournament, one game to 15, win by 2.

Age Divisions:
50 - 64
65 - 74
75+

• The "age-up" date is December 31, 2025.
• The youngest player will determine the team's age division.

Click Here to download the 2025 Fall Pickleball Tournament Registration Form
 

Softball Tournament Benefiting Special Olympics-Craven County RESCHEDULED

Barnhill Contracting Company is hosting an Adult Co-Ed Softball Tournament at Creekside Park on Saturday, October 11 benefiting Special Olympics-Craven County NC!
This is a great opportunity for the community to come together for some wholesome fun, friendly competition, and to raise funds for an impactful organization.
Please contact Katy Oliver with Barnhill for questions and/or registration at (252) 474-3511.

Recreation & Parks Office

 
The Craven County Recreation & Parks office is located next to Creekside Park.
The address is 1821 Old Airport Road, New Bern, N.C. 28562.
Our office hours are Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, or you may call 252-636-6606.  

Contact Us

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Mark Seymour
Director 
 
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Andrew Kendall
Assistant Director
 
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