Ocracoke History Events - 2026 Schedule

Ocracoke History Events - 2026 Schedule
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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Lighthouse 5K Series
Aug 4

August 4, 2026

(+ more dates)

Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead...

Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...

1366 - Whale Spray

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! THIS IS A PET FREE HOME. Whale Spray is a uniquely designed oceanfront rental home ready for your Outer Banks vacation! Located in Corolla, Whale...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

DUCK PEACH

Plan your Outer Banks stay at Duck Peach: this Carolina Designs Duck home sits just two homes from the Currituck Sound in peaceful Olde Duck Beach, offering spectacular sunset views over the water from the second floor deck. A single tree-lined...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Beach Realty and Construction

Over 450 Outer Banks vacation rentals with amenities such as private pools, hot tubs, elevators, keyless entry, 1 - 9 bedrooms, Oceanfront to Soundfront, 4x4 Carova...

Mac Duck COS-325

Enjoy the spectacular oceanfront views from your private furnished balcony on the third floor in this Colony by the Sea condo. This oceanfront condo is the perfect location for your family vacation in the heart of Duck and is only 120 feet from the...

  • Duck
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Bob's Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Welcome to Bob’s Wild Horse Adventure Tours, Corolla’s #1 source for family fun since 1996 and voted Best Wild Horse Tour in the Reader's Choice BEST of OBX contest! We offer guided tours to see the Corolla Wild Horses in several ways...

SOUTHERN GROVE

“Southern Grove” is a charming beach cottage offering the perfect blend of classic Outer Banks charm and the modern beach house vibes you've been looking for. Located on the North end of Southern Shores, this quintessential beach retreat offers...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
8/16 - 8/23
$2,752  $3,310
$558 off
8/23 - 8/30
$2,559  $3,115
$556 off
8/30 - 9/6
$2,262  $2,716
$454 off
9/6 - 9/13
$2,115  $2,513
$398 off
9/27 - 10/4
$1,950  $2,227
$277 off
10/4 - 10/11
$2,011  $2,227
$216 off
10/11 - 10/18
$2,011  $2,227
$216 off
10/18 - 10/25
$1,660  $1,828
$168 off
10/25 - 11/1
$1,688  $1,828
$140 off
11/1 - 11/8
$1,608  $1,678
$70 off
11/8 - 11/15
$1,608  $1,678
$70 off
11/15 - 11/22
$1,608  $1,678
$70 off
11/22 - 11/29
$1,608  $1,678
$70 off
Just for the Beach Rentals

Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...

SEVEN SEAS

“Seven Seas” is a beautiful, custom built oceanfront home with spectacular ocean views! Located on a private lane off of Ocean Boulevard in Southern Shores. The large, open great room will provide a fantastic place for your family to gather...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
8/22 - 8/29
$6,446  $7,925
$1,479 off
8/29 - 9/5
$5,670  $6,788
$1,118 off
9/26 - 10/3
$4,681  $5,559
$878 off
Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

Patience

Oceanfront Outer Banks Escape – Milepost 3 If you dream of waking up to the sound of waves and watching dolphins play just off shore, this Milepost 3 oceanfront cottage is your perfect Outer Banks getaway. Just steps from the sand—only 5 yards...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 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...

Kilmarlic Bubba Watson

Guests staying Memorial Day - Labor Day at Kilmarlic Cottages will enjoy the following complimentary amenities and services:Two H2OBX Waterpark General Admission Tickets per booking   (to be picked up at the clubhouse)Full privileges to Westside...

  • Powells Point
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms