Ocracoke Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule

Ocracoke Kid Friendly 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.

Week of November 23, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Friday, November 27th
Ocracoke

Ring in the holidays island-style with this seasonal parade that takes place on the waters that surrounds Ocracoke village. The Ocracoke Parade of Boats is a celebration of life on the water, and this annual procession of ships of all shapes and sizes is sure to make anyone fall in love with the coastal scene and community that calls Ocracoke Island home.

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Sandy Run Park

Sandy Run Park leads its visitors through the heart of Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Preserve, one of the largest maritime forests remaining in North Carolina. Completed in two phases, the park now encompasses 1600 acres of marshland, waterways and...

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 Haven TUK-35

Conveniently located just a short 750 ft walk to the finest beaches and nestled in the trees for privacy is Duck Haven, the perfect destination for your Outer Banks vacation! When not spending your days at the beach, the Tuckahoe community pool and...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 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...

Searenity

Escape to "Searenity" in Corolla and enjoy a relaxing retreat at this delightful beach cottage! Nestled in a serene family-friendly destination, this beach cottage boasts a private pool and hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a day of sun and...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

K9067 Purple Duck 4 Bedroom House at Pot...

Welcome to Purple Duck! Your beach vacation awaits at Purple Duck in the highly sought Poteskeet Community right in downtown Duck Village. Walk or ride your bike to the beach access which is located less than a half a mile away. This pet-friendly...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must...

Sea 'N Stars

Sea ‘N Stars is a family-friendly semi-oceanfront cottage located in South Nags Head with Direct Beach Access. Spend a day at the beach, or relax in the 10x24 Private Pool and Hot Tub.  Amenities include a Flat screen TV in Living Area, WiFi...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...

High Seas

OCEANFRONT Salvo - Hattie Creef ,Top of the line amenities are all over this striking oceanfront home. At 6,140 sq. ft , this home has everything your family needs. Two game rooms, extravagant Theater room, Dual modern appliances in the kitchen and...

  • Salvo
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Surf Side Hotel

Our oceanfront hotel rooms in Nags Head, North Carolina provide the absolute best views of the Atlantic Ocean! In addition to the gorgeous view, we also offer a great selection of amenities to our guests, including hot tubs, indoor and outdoor...

Happy Tales

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 3 Full BathroomsThis well-appointed, well outfitted and generously furnished beach home offers something for all ages! Located on the oceanside close to the life-guarded beach, oceanfront community amenities, local...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a...

Shorenuff

This beautiful home is tailor made for the perfect vacation. It has all the charm of historic Nags Head with all the luxury and comfort of today. Complete with top of the line furnishing and a great ocean view!  Enjoy the large fenced in back yard...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms