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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The 7 Best Beach Chairs 2026

You’ve made the drive, gathered the family, packed the cooler with lunches and drinks, and you’re heading out onto the sand on a bright Summer day. You unfold your beach chair and SNAP, it breaks, or bends, or the rotting fabric rips. It...

Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...

SUMMER BREEZE

Carolina Designs presents Summer Breeze, your oceanfront escape in Southern Shores! This stunning 4-bedroom retreat sits on the ocean's edge, offering luxury and comfort for the perfect OBX vacation. With 3 king beds, 1 queen, Summer Breeze...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Corolla Wild Horse Tours

Corolla Wild Horse Tours knowledgeable guides will ensure you and your family have a great wild horse tour! Along the way the guides will stop and point out interesting sites and local history and details of the Corolla Wild Horses history. Be sure...

Summer Place I

This is your summer place for that perfect family vacation! Close to the beautiful and quiet beaches of Corolla. Spend a day soaking up the sights and sounds of the surf. At night gaze up at the starry skies from one of the many decks. Unwinding at...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

5232 - Peaceful Easy Feeling

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: Smart TVs in Bedrooms. You’ll be sure to get that Peaceful Easy Feeling at this Outer Banks vacation home. Located in Kill Devil...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Southern Shores Realty

Southern Shores Realty offers over 350 Outer Banks rentals from Corolla to S. Nags Head.  We've been an Outer Banks tradition since 1947, providing families just like yours with memories that last a lifetime.  Take a moment to search...

Duck Refuge

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Dreaming of a relaxing week at the beach, bonding with the kids and enjoying the beautiful natural setting of the Outer Banks? Look no more because you...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Outer Banks Blue

Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...

MOONLIGHT RIDGE

Overview Opulence, elegance, magnificence - all words that describe the essence of Moonlight Ridge. Located on the soundfront, this 7-bedroom, 7,000+ square feet vacation home is one that is sure to impress. No detail was overlooked in...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Wanchese Marina

Wanchese Marina offer one of the finest fleets of professional charter fishermen, charter booking service, dolphin tours, dive charters, shrimp charters and even crabbing charters. We have both diesel and non-ethanol fuel, a professional fish...

S-4B | The Sands Condos

This terrific second floor oceanfront unit has unmatched oceanfront views. Imagine yourself sitting on the porch, watching the waves roll in while you enjoy the morning sunrise over the Atlantic, so peaceful and relaxing. Exceptional in every way...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom...

7919 - Tipsea Turtle

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Tipsea Turtle! This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is perfect for the whole family. Located near local marinas, Salty Dog is the perfect...

  • Hatteras
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms