Make Your Own Bear
Create a Keepsake to Take Home
The Make Your Own Bear activity is one of the most fun and memorable experiences for kids during the Black Bear Festival. Children can choose their favorite stuffed animal and bring it to life by stuffing it themselves, creating a special keepsake to take home.
Located in front of the Welcome Center, this hands-on activity lets kids pick from a variety of animals, including black bears, bunnies, frogs, flamingos, dogs, and more. With optional outfits and accessories, each creation becomes a unique and personal part of their festival experience.
What to Expect at the Bear Workshop
Add outfits and accessories to create a personalized keepsake.
A fun, hands-on activity designed especially for kids and families.
Choose from a variety of stuffed animals including bears, bunnies, frogs, and more.
Stuff your own animal and bring it to life during the festival.
Located conveniently in front of the Welcome Center in Plymouth.
Open throughout the day starting at 9:00 AM during the festival.
Highlights of Make Your Own Bear
Make Your Own Bear gives kids the chance to be creative while making something they can take home. It is a simple but meaningful activity that adds a personal touch to the Black Bear Festival experience.
Kids can create their own stuffed animal from start to finish.
A wide selection of animals allows for fun and creative choices.
Optional clothing and accessories make each creation unique.
A keepsake that children will remember long after the festival.
Why Families Love It
Make Your Own Bear is a favorite stop for families visiting the festival.
Hands-On Activity
Kids get involved in creating their own stuffed animal.
Memorable Keepsake
Each child leaves with a personalized souvenir from the festival.
Creative Experience
Choosing animals and outfits adds fun and creativity to the activity.
Family Friendly
A simple activity that kids of many ages can enjoy.
Convenient Location
Easy to find in front of the Welcome Center.
Festival Favorite
One of the most popular attractions in the Bear Cubs area.
Create Your Own Bear
Date: June 6, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – Until
Location:
In front of the Welcome Center, Plymouth, NC
Pricing:
Animals: $25
Clothing & accessories: starting at $4
Let your child create a special keepsake during the Black Bear Festival.
Take Home a Festival Memory!
Don’t miss the Make Your Own Bear experience during the Black Bear Festival. It is a fun, creative activity that lets kids take home a memory they made themselves.