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  • BBQ Road Trips, Bear Hunts & the Best Weekend Plans in ENC

    BBQ Road Trips, Bear Hunts & the Best Weekend Plans in ENC
    May 9 2026
    This week on ENC Explorer, we’re heading out for one of the best late-spring weekends in Eastern North Carolina. From tobacco barns and classic Eastern NC BBQ in Kenly to garden strolls and downtown bear hunts in New Bern, we’re covering affordable day trips, local markets, outdoor fitness events, and hidden gems worth adding to your weekend plans. Plus, where to grab scratch-made breakfast in Greenville before everyone else gets there first..
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  • Strawberries, Baseball & Easy Weekend Plans in ENC

    Strawberries, Baseball & Easy Weekend Plans in ENC
    May 5 2026
    This week in ENC: strawberry picking at its peak, a simple pizza + beer garden date night, a family-friendly museum trip in Kenly, ECU Baseball on Sunday, and New Bern’s Plein Air Art Festival. Easy, affordable ways to make the most of May in Eastern North Carolina.
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  • Your weekend starts here: New Bern gardens and a hot dog stand since 1928

    Your weekend starts here: New Bern gardens and a hot dog stand since 1928
    Apr 27 2026
    Gorgous gardens on the Trent River, a hot dog counter open since 1928, and a waterfront most people drive right past.
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  • A Perfect Late April Weekend in ENC: PirateFest, Waterfront Walks & Local Favorites

    A Perfect Late April Weekend in ENC: PirateFest, Waterfront Walks & Local Favorites
    Apr 20 2026
    Late April in Eastern North Carolina is the window locals wait for—mild mornings, fewer crowds, and just enough going on to fill a weekend without overplanning. This week’s lineup includes a relaxed stop at the NC Estuarium and Washington waterfront, a visit to Historic Bath with its Blackbeard connection, and a stacked Saturday in Greenville featuring the farmers market, PirateFest, and ECU baseball. If you’re looking for simple, affordable ways to enjoy ENC this is your guide.
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    2 min
  • Spring in ENC: Baseball Nights, BBQ Runs & Campus Walks

    Spring in ENC: Baseball Nights, BBQ Runs & Campus Walks
    Apr 12 2026
    This week in Eastern North Carolina, we’re leaning into peak spring. From a quiet morning walk through ECU’s tree-lined campus with a great cup of coffee to a classic BBQ run out to Ayden, these are the simple outings that make this time of year so good. We’re also highlighting ECU baseball—both a midweek rivalry game and a full weekend series—plus a local Greek festival that brings food, music, and community together in one spot. If you’re looking for easy, affordable ways to get out and about
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  • A Creative Date Night + A Worth-the-Drive Family Day 🌿

    A Creative Date Night + A Worth-the-Drive Family Day 🌿
    Apr 4 2026
    Easy plans for this week: paint something together, explore a hidden gem, and don’t miss these local events.
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    10 min
  • Spring Weekends in ENC: BBQ Road Trips, Baseball Nights & Hidden Local Gems

    Spring Weekends in ENC: BBQ Road Trips, Baseball Nights & Hidden Local Gems
    Mar 29 2026
    This week in Eastern North Carolina, we’re mixing classic local flavor with high-energy events and easy weekend plans. From a BBQ road trip to Wilson’s iconic whirligig park, to a family-friendly history loop in Kinston and Ayden, plus ECU baseball, anime fest, and a full-on food festival vibe—there’s something for every kind of weekend. If you’re looking for affordable, local ways to get out of the house and actually enjoy spring, this episode has you covered.
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  • Mini Golf Nights, River Views & What’s Happening Around Greenville This Week

    Mini Golf Nights, River Views & What’s Happening Around Greenville This Week
    Mar 24 2026
    This week in ENC, we’re keeping things simple, local, and budget-friendly. Start with a laid-back date night in Uptown Greenville—coffee at Blackbeard followed by late-night mini golf—then plan a short drive to Washington for one of the most underrated family outings in the region, the NC Estuarium. We’re also breaking down what’s happening around town this week, from live music and spring events to a few lesser-known options if you want something different. Whether you’re planning a date, a fa
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    6 min