Ocracoke Outdoor & Nature Events - 2026 Schedule

Ocracoke Outdoor & Nature Events - 2026 Schedule
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 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

Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this...

DUCKAWAY HOME

Duckaway from your worries and cares and come relax and enjoy all the best of the beach in this delightful, well-appointed home! It’s easy to spread out and unwind in this Oceanside 5 bed, 5.5 bath home with 6 decks, a private pool, a hot tub...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
6/14 - 6/21
$4,625  $5,512
$887 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,668  $2,820
$152 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,583  $2,820
$237 off
9/27 - 10/4
$2,583  $2,820
$237 off
OBX Ghost Tours

OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...

Winfinity

OCEANFRONT Avon - Kinnakeet Shores Everyone's winning at WINFINITY with its striking ocean vistas and painless beach access. The enormous concrete drive and carport provide parking for multiple cars and the 1st level dry entry accepts convenient...

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Donutz on a Stick

Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz...

SEA ESCAPE

Delightful home in Duck Landing with private beach access and a short walk to Duck Village shops and restaurants. 345 yards to beach access.Level 1:Bedroom (with Queen). Recreation room TV, DVD player, Foosball, full refrigerator with ice maker...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
7/11 - 7/18
$7,556  $8,328
$772 off
7/25 - 8/1
$7,556  $8,328
$772 off
8/22 - 8/29
$4,880  $5,633
$753 off
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...

Clear Skies

OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - There's nothing but CLEAR SKIES ahead when you stay at this 4,590 sq. ft. well-appointed beach getaway. Send your suitcases up the elevator and savor some time under the CLEAR SKIES with a splash in the private swimming...

  • Rodanthe
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

Lazy Bones

Located in Duck/ 3 Bedrooms/ 2 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half Bathroom This bright oceanfront beach home is tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac offering extraordinary Ocean and Sound vistas from the humongous wrap around decks. With bright roomy rooms and...

  • Duck
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Bob's Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Welcome to Bob’s Wild Horse Adventure Tours, Corolla’s #1 source for family fun since 1996 and voted Best Wild Horse Tour in the Reader's Choice BEST of OBX contest! We offer guided tours to see the Corolla Wild Horses in several ways...

Siren Song

Located in Duck / 5 Bedrooms / 5 Full BathroomsAppreciate calming sunny days near the ocean in this cavernous Sanderling home. Or savor the outstanding amenities this home has to offer! Including an exercise room with TV/DVD, treadmill and...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Sound Feet Shoes

Sound Feet Shoes is family owned and operated. Sound Feet has been in the retail shoe business for over 72 years, opening their first store in 1953. They provide the best customer service and are the only Outer Banks’ area full service shoe...

Whalin

Located in Corolla / 4 Bedrooms / 2 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomWhether you’re planning a multi-generational family reunion or a classic beach hideaway with friends, WC940, Whalin, offers the ideal blend of coastal appeal and modern...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms