Kayaking and fun during Neuse River Days.

The New Bern Sun Journal
An estimated 6,000 people on Saturday attended the first of two Neuse River Days, a weekend festival held at Union Point Park to celebrate the river, curb pollution and promote responsible water recreation.

Raft and kayak races headlined the festivities, while a rock climbing wall and moonwalk provided children’s entertainment. An array of vendors offered traditional festival foods, and environmental groups were on hand to distribute literature about river preservation efforts.