Ocracoke Music & Dancing Events - 2026 Schedule

Ocracoke Music & Dancing Events - 2026 Schedule
This Week
Saturday, May 23rd
Ocracoke

The annual Ocracoke Volunteer Firemen's Ball has become a tradition for longtime visitors and locals alike, and newcomers are welcome to join in the fun of this special event that celebrates the island’s inherent sense of community.

Week of June 1, 2026 - June 7, 2026
Friday, June 5th - Sunday, June 7th
Ocracoke

Get your toes tapping with an island celebration of musicians, storytellers, artisans, local food, and so much more by joining in the community-wide fun of the Ocrafolk Festival. This full weekend event is held in the heart of Ocracoke Village, with multiple performances and activities happening around virtually every corner of Silver Lake Harbor.

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.

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Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum

More than 2,000 shipwrecks sunk off the Coast of North Carolina in what’s called the Graveyard of the Atlantic. With all that history floating around, it was only natural to build a museum to honor and preserve the maritime culture of the...

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...

4670 - Salted Skyline

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: Hot Tub, New Flooring, Bedding, Furniture, Kitchen Remodel and more!  Southern Shores has walking paths and put in new sidewalk from...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Old Man Charters

  Experience the Outer Banks from the water with Old Man Charters, a personalized boat tour company based in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Departing from a private dock on the southern end of Roanoke Island, Old Man Charters...

Turner's Tide

Located in Duck/ 6 Bedrooms/ 6 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomYour family will appreciate the modern coastal decor and amenities this extraordinary vacation home offers. Located on a peaceful street close to the beach and the town of Duck which...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

5453 - Sand Fiddler

BEACH GEAR INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! One step and you are in your Oceanside cottage. This one level Nags Head home is situated just steps to the beach near the...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

380 | Seaside Hideaway

Seaside Hideaway is a classic Southern Shores oceanfront home that comfortable furnishings, coastal décor, and screened porch all on one level. With only a few steps to enter, this cottage is ideal for visitors of all ages and being pet friendly...

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

5599 - Endless Summer

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! New for 2024: New Hot Tub, New King Bed in Top Master, New Outdoor Furniture. Welcome to Endless Summer! This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom Nags Head...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Poke Box

PokeBox offers fresh, quick, simple, healthy poke bowls in Nags Head. Choose your items and build your bowl. Tuna, salmon, chicken, steak, shrimp and tofu options available. Mix in your favorite veggies, sauces and toppings for the perfect poke...

212 | Tides Inn

The Tides Inn is a terrific four bedroom Oceanfront home that features endless Ocean Views, lovely decor, large sun deck & a covered deck w/Hot Tub. Ideally situated in peaceful South Nags Head, this home is the perfect place to enjoy relaxing...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Paradise Fun Park

Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...

Circle in the Sand

OCEANVIEW Avon - Wahoo Circle - Featured on HGTV’s “Beachfront Bargain Hunt: Renovation®” – What better way to watch seagulls making lazy circles in the sky than from CIRCLE IN THE SAND, where 360-degree vistas are just one special...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms