FLIPPENOUT EXTREME TRAMPOLINE AND BMX STUNT SHOWS COME TO MUMFEST
October 9-10

“In 2009 both the King BMX Stunt Show and Flippenout Extreme Trampoline Show attracted such large crowds we wanted to bring them back this year. People of all ages are amazed when they watch these athletes perform seemingly impossible gravity-defying stunts,” said Susan Moffat-Thomas, director of Swiss Bear Downtown Development Corporation. “This year marks the 30th anniversary of MUMFEST, and, in addition to many new performers, we have brought back crowd favorites from past years. As New Bern celebrates its 300th anniversary we are proud to be celebrating our 30th year!”

FLIPPENOUT EXTREME TRAMPOLINE SHOW – Union Point Park
The incredible sport of trampoline has been an Olympic Sport since the Sydney, Australia games in 2000. Olympic medalists, world champions, national champions and the best elite level athletes in North America make up the Flippenout team roster.

Some of the world-class athletes performing at MUMFEST may include Matt Turgeon, Canadian Olympic Bronze Medalist; Kyle Bowen, a finalist in the U.S. Senior Elite Division and 2008 Olympic trial competitor; Tatiana Kovaleva, 1996 World Champion Gold Medalist; Chris Estrada, US. 2008 Beijing Olympian; and Sean Kennedy, U.S. Senior Elite Competitor and 2007 National Finalist.

During the show the athletes launch themselves 25’ high in the air using snowboards and skis, and perform triple flips and other amazing feats that would be impossible for anyone else, all the while working against a transparent wall, which brings a whole new dimension to the show.

Flippenout Extreme Trampoline Shows will be at Union Point Park, with four shows both days starting at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday and 10:30 a.m. on Sunday.

KING BMX STUNT SHOW – Union Point Park
Started by two-time participant in the X-Games, Keith King, the BMX Stunt Show performs nationally in major venues including NASCAR RACES and NBA halftime shows.

King BMX Stunt Show features three shows daily of heart-stopping action with high aerial stunts and mind-boggling technical maneuvers when riders take to the air for a high-flying, high-energy ramp and flatland riding show.

After each performance fans can meet their favorite riders and get autographs.

The King BMX Stunt Shows begin at 10:45 a.m. on Saturday and at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday. There are three shows each day.

Other MUMFEST entertainment includes the Corvette Racing Tour exhibit, a major concert sponsored by Bigfish FM featuring Kutless, the Sidewalk Prophets, and Above the Golden State. The 9th Annual Boat Show, magicians and street performers, amusement park rides and much more all go together to make MUMFEST great fun for everyone.

Free shuttle service to and from MUMFEST is available from the New Bern Mall. Look for the trolley and hop on for a fun ride to the festival. There is also boat service for a small fee from the Bridgepointe Hotel Marina.

The beautiful riverfront, downtown shops and historic homes make New Bern a destination for many travelers. Swiss Bear Downtown Development Corporation produces MUMFEST in cooperation with the City of New Bern. Go to www.mumfest.com for more information and the full schedule of events.