Ocracoke Lessons & Educational Events - 2026 Schedule

Ocracoke Lessons & Educational Events - 2026 Schedule

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of November 2, 2026 - November 8, 2026
Sunday, November 8th
Ocracoke

Celebrate the vibrant Latino community on Ocracoke Island which has been growing and thriving in the past 20 years with this special festival that features a wealth of tempting foods, arts and crafts, music, activities for kids, and much more. Held at the Ocracoke School during the day and the Ocracoke Community Center at night, this festival deliciously combines education and effortless fun to present a day that visitors of all tastes will adore.

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of November 23, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Friday, November 27th 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ocracoke

Step inside Ocracoke's rich history during the OPS Historic Homes Tour, a special event presented by the Ocracoke Preservation Society that offers visitors a rare opportunity to explore some of the island's most treasured historic homes. Set within Ocracoke's nationally recognized Historic District, this unique tour celebrates the island's distinctive architecture, maritime heritage, and generations of families who have shaped the community.

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of June 28, 2027 - July 4, 2027
Friday, July 2nd - Sunday, 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.

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Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station

The Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station is one of Rodanthe's greatest treasures. This historical lifesaving station has been a popular attraction for Hatteras Island visitors for decades, and stands on the very edge of the small town of Rodanthe. Over...

Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



721 | Gouldin Sands

Gouldin Sands is a terrific Outer Banks Beach Cottage that is comfortably furnished, provides a great location on 1 ½ lots that is excellent for vacationers that bring kayaks, catamarans, canoes, and fishing boats with direct access to the beach...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 34-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...

KOHLER COTTAGE

Experience breathtaking ocean views from this charming Outer Banks rental. Kohler Cottage is a delightful oceanfront home in Southern Shores. You’ll want to sit back and watch the waves all day on its spacious sun and dune decks. Not only does...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
11/14 - 11/21
$1,513  $1,696
$183 off
11/28 - 12/5
$1,513  $1,696
$183 off
12/5 - 12/12
$1,412  $1,696
$284 off
12/12 - 12/19
$1,483  $1,696
$213 off
1/2 - 1/9
$1,600  $1,747
$147 off
1/9 - 1/16
$1,600  $1,747
$147 off
1/16 - 1/23
$1,600  $1,747
$147 off
1/23 - 1/30
$1,600  $1,747
$147 off
5/22 - 5/29
$2,868  $2,959
$91 off
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear and resort wear. Get all your souvenirs, suntan lotions...

Show Boat

Welcome to Show Boat, your ultimate retreat for a week of relaxation and luxury. Nestled in a serene environment with breathtaking golf course views, this weekly rental promises a rejuvenating experience like no other. Step into your private oasis...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Gray's

Gray’s Outer Banks Lifestyle Clothing Company offers the absolute best in Outer Banks T-shirts and Sweatshirts including Champion, Under Armour with "Outer Banks” and Gear! We carry quality fashions and accessories for the whole family...

Down by the Sea

New for 2026 - Addition of a Private Bathroom to a Queen Bedroom! Located in Kitty Hawk / 3 Bedrooms / 2 Full BathroomsYour beach vacation doesn't get better than a stay at Down by the Sea! This freshly refreshed bungalow has you looking out your...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Black Pelican

Black Pelican oceanfront restaurant is one of the Outer Banks’ premier restaurants serving lunch and dinner daily. Black Pelican is where you can enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches and some of the barrier island’s...

VH117 Dolphin's Rest at Villas of Hatter...

Welcome to Dolphin's Rest at Villas of Hatteras Landing by KEES Vacations! Rarely do getaways have a smaller getaway built into them, but that's exactly what you will find at Hatteras. While the Outer Banks is a place overflowing with culture and...

  • Hatteras
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
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...

640 | Sandy Bottoms

Comfortably furnished, very well equipped this terrific Nags Head vacation home offers Ocean Views and is within easy walking distance of the Beach (less than 150 yards to Admiral St. beach access). The neighborhood is perfect for families with...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 27 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...

Edge of the World

OCEANSIDE Avon – Sandfiddler Ln. –Discover your own slice of heaven at the EDGE OF THE WORLD, a home that envelopes you in a comfortable, coastal warmth. Knotty pine walls lending a nostalgic appeal seamlessly coexist with all the modern...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms