Community Resources

Jacksonville, NC, home to Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Carine Corps Air Station New River, is perfectly situated along beautiful waterways. With easy access to beaches, dining, shopping, entertainment and more, it is clear to see why so many enjoy living here at Camp Lejeune and New River. Check out the following list of local events and attractions for your enjoyment:

Jacksonville Jamboree: the annual Jacksonville Jamboree is held the first Saturday in May at the Jacksonville Commons. Come for musical entertainment, the exciting 'Jacksonville's Got Talent' competition, as well as food and marketplace vendors. Demonstrations from local organizations as well as a carnival rides, children's activity and play area make the Jacksonville Jamboree a well-rounded event for the family.

National Night Out (NNO): NNO is held annually the first Tuesday in August at Riverwalk Crossing Park in downtown Jacksonville. NNO is America's night out against crime. The City of Jacksonville along with community partners hosts this exciting annual event to celebrate community and to promote crime prevention.

Onslow Oktoberfest: set at Riverwalk Park in downtown Jacksonville, Oktoberfest starts with an early morning 5K and offers several activities throughout the day. Come prepared to run and walk and spend the day enjoying lots of mouthwatering bratwurst & beer, incredible family fun, entertainment and variety of arts and crafts.

Christmas Holiday Parade: this annual tradition in the Jacksonville community kick starts start the holiday season, held the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Every year many spectators come from all over to watch and enjoy this beautiful parade travel down Western BLVD near Costal Community College in Jacksonville.

Jacksonville Winterfest: held the first weekend in December at Riverwalk Park in downtown Jacksonville this festive event offers fun for the whole family including children’s games, ice sculptures, holiday entertainment, food, pony, hay and train rides. Children can have their picture taken with Santa and visit Santa's Workshop. Highlights include sledding with real snow, the annual tree lighting, and spectacular Flotilla on the New River.