Ocracoke Lessons & Educational Events - 2026 Schedule

Ocracoke Lessons & Educational 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 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 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.

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Historic Corolla Park

Most all visitors to Corolla will spend at least a sunny afternoon or two at the Historic Corolla Park. This 39 acre site is home to three of the Northern Outer Banks' biggest attractions, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla, the Currituck Beach...

Outer Banks Mall

Outer Banks Mall is a large outdoor shopping center featuring everything you need for sun, fun and shopping. Located at MP 14 in Nags Head, the large shopping center features a wide variety of food & beverage providers; everything from breakfast...

WBA Whalebone Oceanside 3 Bedroom Cottag...

Welcome to Whalebone Ocean Cottages- 3 Bedroom Oceanside Cottage! Located in south Nags Head at milepost 16.5, this contemporary 3-bedroom oceanside cottage is sure to please; with 2 Queen bedrooms and a bedroom with a Twin over Full bunk bed for...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Back Beach Wild Horse Tours

Welcome to Back Beach Wild Horse Tours in Corolla NC. Our tours embark from Corolla NC, the last Outer Banks outpost before the road ends into nothing but stretches of wide beach. We provide safe family fun to see the Corolla Wild Horses...

MACALLISTER

The MacAllister is a fun, friendly “beach bungalow” with a colorful, island vibe! You’ll melt into that laid back vacation mode as soon as you pull into the drive. The Mac’s electric turquoise blue says “it’s playtime"!MacAllister is a...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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Right On The Beach

Located in Pine Island, Corolla / 8 Bedrooms / 7 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomRight on the Beach is the ultimate vacation home. With ocean to sound vistas, this oceanfront property is well-appointed and delightfully maintained. Guests will bask...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots...

Golden Days

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 5 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomYour family will savor Golden Days and starry nights from the many ocean view decks in this architecturally pleasing home with wrap-around glass and hand painted designers flairs...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 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...

Sweet and Salty

**A 4x4 Vehicle is required to access this home, there are no paved roads in Carova. This home is located 9.3 miles from the 4-wheel drive on-ramp.** Stay in the peaceful 4x4 area of Carova Beach and enjoy the unspoiled coastline of sandy beaches...

  • Carova
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Cosmo's Pizzeria Southern Shores

If you're searching for great pizza on the Outer Banks, look no further than Cosmo's Pizzeria at The Marketplace in Southern Shores! We offer authentic New York-style pizza made fresh and just the way you like, using only the highest quality...

SEASIDE SERENADE

Overview Vacation bliss awaits at Seaside Serenade, a breezy six bedroom semi-oceanfront home in Southern Shores. Highlighted by professional interior design, this home combines ample amenities with soft hues of aqua, gray, and white to...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
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Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by...

Just For Fun

Wonderful 5 bedroom Beach House. Beach access over the dune to the beach. Your own private pool (13' X 25')  and hot tub. Picnic tables by pool for kids and adults. Great ocean views from decks and upper level of Beach House. This house is truly...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms