Ocracoke History Events - 2026 Schedule

Ocracoke History Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of May 4, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Friday, May 8th 11:00 AM
Ocracoke

Visitors can pay tribute to the fallen heroes of Ocracoke’s past at this special and inspired ceremony that pays homage to the heroes who lost their lives off the island’s coast. Orchestrated by the Friends of the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, the Ocracoke community, the U.S. Coast Guard, Coast Guard Auxiliary 16-04, the National Park Service, and the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, the annual British Cemetery Ceremony is a historic and landmark event that honors Ocracoke’s tumultuous past.

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.

Week of October 5, 2026 - October 11, 2026
Saturday, October 10th
ocracoke

Join the Ocracoke Preservation Society in celebrating Ocracoke heritage with its rich history and continuing tradition of working on the water with this unique festival that made its grand debut in 2023. Held on the grounds of the Ocracoke Preservation Society Museum, this festival will celebrate these traditions with booths and exhibits with the watermen themselves, as well as plenty of food and fun to go around.

Week of October 26, 2026 - November 1, 2026
Friday, October 30th - Saturday, October 31st
Ocracoke

Come to Ocracoke Island for a Pirate Halloween! The Ocracoke Pirate Jamboree is an annual and multiple-day event that is highlighted by a family-friendly Pirate Encampment by Blackbeard's Pirate Crew on Ocracoke Island, and an ensuing world of fun on the southern Outer Banks.

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Sailing the Outer Banks

Vacationers will notice a handful of sailboats at every local Outer Banks port, either saddled up to the docks or breezing across the harbor, en route to the nearest sound for a cruise, or to the continent-spanning Intracoastal Waterway to continue...

Cosmo's Pizzeria in Corolla

Best Pizza in in Corolla since 1995! Cosmo’s Pizzeria has continued to be a family favorite on the northern Outer Banks for over 15 years. Outdoor dining, full bar, and specialty menu (including gluten-free pizza) are a few of our many...

Wash Woods

Located in Corolla / 2 Bedrooms / 1 Full BathroomAccessible by 4 x 4 car only! Your family will appreciate the privacy and tranquility this vacation home has to offer!  Surrounded by trees yet just 1500 feet to the beach and Atlantic...

  • Corolla
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

The Watch Tower

Welcome to "The Watch Tower" – your premier vantage point for soaking in the best that the Outer Banks has to offer! Nestled in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, this immaculate home provides an unparalleled experience with its semi-private beach...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

The Sanctuary at OBX

Find Your Peace Or Choose An AdventureWelcome to the serenity of The Sanctuary at OBX – a modern 6-bedroom vacation rental located in the heart of Corolla's Whalehead Beach Neighborhood. While you'll enjoy the central location - just 1.5 miles...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
H2OBX Waterpark

YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...

Happy Ours

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms / 4 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomAppreciate ocean vistas and Find Your Happy at “Happy Ours!” Plus, private pool, hot tub, and Corolla Light amenities are supplied. This home is uniquely located adjacent to a...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

Villa FourSeasons

Recent upgrades supplied new HVAC system (2 zones), new washer and dryer, new dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave and oven/range, 5 refreshed bathrooms, and new LVP floor in all bedrooms.Located in Duck/ 5 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Black Pelican

Black Pelican oceanfront restaurant is one of the Outer Banks’ premier restaurants serving lunch and dinner daily. Black Pelican is where you can enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches and some of the barrier island’s...

Resting Hearts

**A 4x4 Vehicle is required to access this home; there are no paved roads in Carova. This home is located 7.4 miles from the 4-wheel drive access on-ramp. ** New for 2026: 10ft solid wood table New tile throughout the 3rd-floor master bathroom and...

  • Carova
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...

K7103 Sandbox 8 Bedroom Home in Kitty Ha...

Welcome to the Sandbox by KEES Vacations! Imagine waking up every morning and looking out your window at the ocean. Enjoy the ultimate convenience of your own private walkway with direct oceanfront access, located right next door to the house. Come...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms