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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Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

The Roanoke Marshes lighthouse is often one of the most overlooked of the Outer Banks lighthouses, simply because of its small stature, limited visibility and remote location tucked away at the quiet east end of the Manteo waterfront.

Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...

A Corolla Corral

Beautifully furnished and decorated, this dynamic property will delight your family for a fun-filled time of leisure at the beach! Soak up the sun by the private pool or star gaze by night in the hot tub. This property is located in Monteray Shores...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
TRiO Restaurant & Market

Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...

4920 - Stress Less II

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! THIS A PET FREE HOME. NEW CONSTRUCTION HOME OPEN FOR 2025. Located on the soundside in Kitty Hawk lies Stress Less II. This Outer Banks rental...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

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
Pirates Island at Corolla Light Town Center

Check out Corolla's newest 5-star attraction! Pirate-Themed 18-Hole Minature Golf Course and Arcade with waterfalls, a pirate ship, caves, skulls, and more! So much fun for the whole family! Come...

431 | Carolina Moon

For 2026: Updates include all new Kitchen Appliances - photos to come once installation is complete."Carolina Moon" is a nicely decorated home that is very comfortable and peacefully situated amongst a stand of Live Oak trees in the Tuckahoe...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

HIPNAUTIC

Overview Brand NEW construction, ready for rentals in the spring of 2026! Bedding, inventory, and layout are subject to change until construction is complete.Experience the calming effect of the coast at Hipnautic. This five-level...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
Wanchese Marina

Wanchese Marina offer one of the finest fleets of professional charter fishermen, charter booking service, dolphin tours, dive charters, shrimp charters and even crabbing charters. We have both diesel and non-ethanol fuel, a professional fish...

Majestic View TGS-O3

Majestic View at milepost 7.5 is the perfect choice for a small family to enjoy a relaxing beach vacation. Have your morning coffee on the oceanfront balcony while watching the sunrise and listening to the waves break along the shore before a big...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 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...

609 | Blue Fin

Fantastic Ocean Views & a tranquil location make this lovely Oceanfront home a great choice for your family. There are two living areas w/ TV's so everyone can relax while on vacation. Enjoy your days on the Beach, its right at the bottom of...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8