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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Lighthouse 5K Series
Jul 15

July 15, 2026

(+ more dates)

Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead...

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...

5770 - What A View

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to What A View, an OBX rental where stunning ocean views and the soothing sounds of the waves create the perfect backdrop for your...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...

Dad's Mercedes, Mom's Dream

Located in Corolla / 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomThis home will impress, you'll appreciate all the furnishings and flat-screen TVs in each bedroom. The dog can savor vacation as well with a completely fenced courtyard to romp and...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
8/8 - 8/15
$3,681  $4,033
$352 off
9/17 - 9/24
$3,271  $3,578
$307 off
Twiddy & Company

Twiddy & Company is here to provide all the help and southern hospitality you've come to anticipate when planning your beach vacation. We invite you to let us share our unique understanding of this coastal landscape; unlike any place in the...

Into the Mystic

OCEANSIDE Avon – Sailfish Lane – Smell the sea and feel the sky, indeed, when you settle INTO THE MYSTIC, a three-bedroom/three-bath home located just steps from the sandy Atlantic shore. Freshly refreshed and soothingly calm, this home is the...

  • Avon
  • 3 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...

BARNEY

Overview A memorable vacation awaits you at Barney, a six-bedroom, semi-oceanfront retreat in Southern Shores. Decorated with traditional New England touches such as cedar shake siding and a light gray metal roof, Barney offers a...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
The Farmer's Daughter

Founded in 1984 on the coast of the Outer Banks, NC, Farmer’s Daughter still remains a destination for people wanting great quality, outstanding selection of unique clothing, accessories, and gifts at affordable prices. Committed to offering...

Sailaway

New for 2026: Upgrades to Kitchen, Great Room, and Bunk Room!Located in Duck / 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full BathroomsSailaway is the ideal place for your family vacation! Take in the sunshine and salt air just steps away from the beach. There is plenty of...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
9/9 - 9/16
$3,800  $4,650
$850 off
Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...

1609 - Barefoot Contessa

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Kick off your shoes, escape the world, and let the sun and breezes in at Barefoot Contessa! Views of lighthouse and...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 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...

3945 - Sea Lodge II

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Fully equipped for maximum comfort, "Sea Lodge II" was designed for casual yet fine living. Splash around in your...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms