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.

Outer Banks Map
Carova Corolla Duck Southern Shores Kitty Hawk Kill Devil Hills Manteo Nags Head Wanchese Rodanthe Waves Salvo Avon Buxton Frisco Hatteras Ocracoke
Ocracoke Island Lighthouse

The Ocracoke Island Lighthouse may not be the most imposing of the Outer Banks lighthouses, but as North Carolina's oldest lighthouse in operation, (and the second oldest in the United States), it is certainly one of the most beloved. At just 65...

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 40-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...

DUNE MY THING

Overview Upscale coastal leisure is at your fingertips when you reserve Dune My Thing, a luxurious beachfront estate in the Whalehead community of Corolla. This stylish vacation retreat cleverly combines classic looks with contemporary...

  • Corolla
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
Just for the Beach Rentals

Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...

5596 - Peak to Shore

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: New recliner and furniture. Peak to Shore is a pet-friendly Outer Banks vacation rental located in the beautiful town of Nags Head...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a...

5566 - Pearl Jam

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Pearl Jam has everything you need and more to enjoy your Outer Banks vacation in style! This Nags Head vacation rental...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

011 | Shaken Not Stirred

Shaken Not Stirred is beautifully decorated with outstanding Ocean Views, a great Beach Front location and only 1 mile from Fish Heads Bar and Grill at the Outer Banks Fishing Pier! This exceptional Oceanfront home is the perfect choice for family...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
5/23 - 5/29
$5,995  $7,495
$1,500 off
6/27 - 7/3
$14,695  $15,795
$1,100 off
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...

Treasure Island

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon - Kinnakeet Shores - Plan your Hatteras Island adventure at TREASURE ISLAND. The beach is comfortably accessed by a convenient boardwalk located just across the street and a couple of tons to the south. The open lot across the...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 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...

The Tui 459-D

This beach home has everything your family needs for a wonderful Outer Banks vacation. The top level features a huge great room with flat screen TV and ocean views, a well-stocked kitchen with bar seating and a dining table. Relax in the private...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Outer Banks Mall

Outer Banks Mall is a large outdoor shopping center featuring everything you need for sun, fun and shopping. Located at MP 14 in Nags Head, the large shopping center features a wide variety of food & beverage providers; everything from breakfast...

PARZANESE

Colony By The Sea - There’s something for everyone at these centrally located one and two bedroom semi-oceanfront condominiums with access to extensive community amenities.Take a break from a busy world in this cozy condo. It’s just the place...

  • Duck
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
5/24 - 5/31
$1,254  $1,320
$66 off
5/31 - 6/7
$1,316  $1,465
$149 off
6/7 - 6/14
$1,433  $1,602
$169 off
6/14 - 6/21
$1,574  $1,747
$173 off
6/21 - 6/28
$1,638  $1,747
$109 off
7/5 - 7/12
$1,744  $1,885
$141 off
7/26 - 8/2
$1,744  $1,885
$141 off
8/2 - 8/9
$1,750  $1,885
$135 off
8/9 - 8/16
$1,550  $1,631
$81 off
8/16 - 8/23
$1,466  $1,537
$71 off
8/23 - 8/30
$1,343  $1,392
$49 off