Ocracoke History Events - 2026 Schedule

Ocracoke History Events - 2026 Schedule
This Week
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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Blackbeard and other Pirates

The Southern Outer Banks, particularly Ocracoke Island, is notorious as the stomping grounds for some of history's most infamous pirates. Notable swashbucklers from Calico Jack to Anne Bonney and Mary Reed, arguably the most famous women pirates...

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...

1609 - Barefoot Contessa

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Kick off your shoes, escape the world, and let the sun and breezes in at Barefoot Contessa! Views of lighthouse and...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 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...

Bangarang Beach House

Located in Salvo / 5 Bedrooms / 4 Full Bathrooms / 2 Half BathroomsFeel the ideal blend of coastal relaxation and high-energy fun at this roomy 5-bedroom oceanside getaway in Salvo, NC. Designed with every guest in mind, this home features...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...

5825 - Sea Senor

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Your family will enjoy this beautifully appointed Outer Banks Oceanfront vacation home in South Nags Head - you can bring the family dog...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Resort Realty

For more than 39 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 600 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite 20-bedroom...

Trespassers W

Located in Avon | 3 Bedrooms | 2 Full BathroomsDon't let the sign fool you! The Pooh Bear knows his home. Trespassers W is one cool oceanfront den. If you are looking for a peaceful and peaceful spot with beach access this bungalow is calling your...

  • Avon
  • 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...

Sunrise Sunset

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 6 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomLocated on the sound with its beautiful sunsets and yet only three blocks from the ocean! All the special amenities that come with the Corolla Light Resort are supplied in the...

  • Corolla
  • 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...

MY BLUE HEAVEN

Overview Create vacation memories in My Blue Heaven, a home spaciously designed for those traveling in large groups. This oceanside retreat is walking distance to the beach and offers a wonderful flow between gathering areas and private...

  • Corolla
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
Jolly Roger

When you first catch sight of The Jolly Roger, you might be unsure exactly what to think of it. Since its conversion from a gas station/grocery store to a restaurant in 1972, The Jolly Roger has been anything but your ordinary Outer Banks...

Zephyr

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomThis elegant and modern beach home, set on a peaceful cul-de-sac, is the ideal family vacation home. The elevator (accessible from outside) makes each level conveniently accessible and...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms