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 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.

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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Hatteras 5k Race Series in Avon
Jun 19

June 19, 2026

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Run Hatteras Summer 5k/1 Mile Race Series 2026 AVON, NC. 8 AM Friday Mornings Summer 2026 in Kinnakeet Shores. New this year: Join us for a shorter distance on the out and back 1 Mile course

Jumpmasters OBX

Now with Axe Throwing! Jumpmasters OBX is the ultimate trampoline park on the Outer Banks with attractions the entire family will enjoy. From open jump trampolines to the dodgeball court, 3-D climbing wall, a foam pit, an epic ninja obstacle course...

Horace's Hut

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Find yourself just steps from the beach with your own private hot tub and an ocean view from the deck. . .all at...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
Corolla Raceway

The Ultimate Go Kart Racetrack That Kids and Adults will Enjoy! Corolla Raceway is the premier Go-Kart experience. Our upscale facility is designed to provide a first class entertainment experience. Corolla Raceway provides the newest Single...

The Purple Whale 493

The Purple Whale is a semi-oceanfront coastal retreat offering a charming interior, inviting outdoor deck space, and a prime location near the beach, shopping, and some of the best dining Nags Head has to offer! Also, don't forget your furry family...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Firehouse Boil Delivery

DIY Seafood Boil Don’t Just Make Dinner, Make An Experience! We Deliver on the Outer Banks! Same Day Delivery! Make lasting memories by doing something new with friends and family. Why wait in line at a grocery store or restaurant? Our Low...

Atlantic Blue

Time to enjoy a beautiful beach house in Nags Head! The private pool, lovely décor and location make this a great choice for your family! All four bedrooms are master suites with queen beds. It is an easy walk to the beach. Barnes Street beach...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Salt Coast Outfitters

We offer one of a kind SALT COAST OUTFITTERS brand name tees, long sleeves, performance gear, Yeti tumblers, caps, eyeglasses, and more! Browse the fullest collection of coastal lifestyle clothing on the beach. Featuring a sizable selection of brand...

After Math

Welcome to After Math — premium oceanfront living in Corolla, Outer Banks! This spacious 8-bedroom, 7-full-bath + 3-half-bath retreat comfortably sleeps up to 18 guests, making it a perfect choice for multi-family vacations, reunions, and group...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7 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...

Gone to Carolina

Tucked away in a quiet Kitty Hawk neighborhood, Gone to Carolina is your home for slow mornings and breezy afternoons. Just 350 feet from the beach, this retreat offers easy access to the shore and space for family and friends to gather. Start your...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
The Christmas Shop

Discover gifts, garlands and glittering lights galore. Looking for a trinket for someone who has everything? Choose ornaments for every hobby, occupation, occasion or enthusiast; from the fisherman or Disney lover; dancer or photographer. Throughout...

THE DEEP END

A contemporary version of the Old Nags Head style cottages. 3,200 square feet of living area with beautiful wood trim and 1,800 square feet of covered/screened/sun porches with built in benches and hot tub. 165 yards to beach access.Level 1:Covered...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
6/12 - 6/19
$3,142  $3,604
$462 off
6/19 - 6/26
$3,274  $3,604
$330 off
6/26 - 7/3
$3,311  $3,749
$438 off
7/10 - 7/17
$3,265  $3,749
$484 off
7/17 - 7/24
$3,265  $3,749
$484 off
8/21 - 8/28
$2,310  $2,626
$316 off
9/25 - 10/2
$1,530  $1,723
$193 off
10/23 - 10/30
$1,451  $1,564
$113 off
11/6 - 11/13
$1,300  $1,413
$113 off
11/13 - 11/20
$1,300  $1,413
$113 off
11/27 - 12/4
$1,300  $1,413
$113 off
12/4 - 12/11
$1,397  $1,413
$16 off
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

130 | Dean

This is a lovely, well cared for Beach Home is located in the Heart of Kill Devil Hills. Spacious and very nicely decorated, this comfortable home is sure to please. Conveniently located within walking distance of the Beach (350 yards to First...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12