Ocracoke Arts & Crafts Events - 2026 Schedule

Ocracoke Arts & Crafts Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of June 29, 2026 - July 5, 2026
Thursday, July 2nd - Saturday, July 4th
Ocracoke

Head to the tiny coastal village of Ocracoke for a big Independence Day celebration that includes fireworks, a parade, and plenty of family fun. The highlight of the Ocracoke Independence Day Celebration is the annual amazing fireworks display over the Silver Lake Harbor after the sun goes down. Visitors will find plenty of seating all around the harborfront docks, and can bring along beach chairs, towels, blankets, and everything they need to enjoy the show.

Week of August 3, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Friday, August 7th - Saturday, August 8th
Ocracoke

Take a stroll along any shaded street in Ocracoke village and you’ll naturally notice the town’s love of all-things fig. Fig trees are everywhere in this coastal town, and during this annual celebration, visitors and locals alike can celebrate the fig through a myriad of  music, dancing, history, activities, and of course, plenty of fig goodies.

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Currituck Maritime Museum

Take a day trip or an afternoon off the beach to explore the heart of Historic Corolla Park, and you’ll find one of the Outer Banks’ newest and most noteworthy attractions, the Currituck Maritime Museum.

Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

Tortuga SWB-16

Tortuga is a gorgeous, 6 bedroom oceanside home on the sandy shores of Swan Beach, a remote area of the northern Outer Banks. With so many thoughtful amenities, Tortuga is destined to be your family's new favorite vacation getaway!Enjoy long days at...

  • Carova
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

Our Happy Place 319

Welcome to Our Happy Place, a thoughtfully designed, single-level home featuring step-free access throughout, making every moment of your stay effortless - from unpacking to poolside relaxation. Located in the beautiful and serene community of Water...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

5685 - Seaside

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! This reverse floor plan beach home with ocean views is located in the Village at Nags Head, within steps of the ocean...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Brew Thru

No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...

4600 - Blue Pearl

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Looking for oceanfront luxury living? Look no further than Blue Pearl! This 6-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom rental is perfect...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 26! years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

1320 - Blue Pearl

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Blue Pearl is a 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom Outer Banks vacation rental located in the heart of Corolla. This soundside retreat has everything you...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs

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TRIPLE PLAY

Triple Play is located on a cul-de-sac in a gated community. It’s only a short walk to the beach access (350 yards) and tennis. Golf and shopping are located across from the Spindrift subdivision at The Currituck Club.Level 1:Recreation room with...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 40-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...

18S-F | Eighteen South Unit F

Great Views of the Ocean from both levels make this oceanfront townhouse an excellent vacation choice. Well-equipped and very comfortable, this home has a Hot Tub, Sauna, and a Community Swimming Pool (Opens April 12 - Closes October 17) Heated...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10