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

Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

ABOVE THE SALT

Overview Above The Salt and just about everything else, this Outer Banks home in the quaint town of Duck will delight you with its charm. Relax by the private pool and soak up the rays. The thoughtful floor plan takes advantage of every...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Wild Horse Adventure Tours has been voted the #1 tour company in the USA by TripAdvisor. Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive OPEN AIR, 13-passenger Hummers with one of...

129 | Flora's

Come enjoy a great mixture of Old Beach Charm & Modern Conveniences in this classic Nags Header Beach Cottage. The lovely tongue & groove paneling, hardwood floors, & wrap-around covered porches enhance the charm of this home...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Brindley Beach Vacations

Brindley Beach Vacations offers premier Real Estate and Property Management services across the entire Outer Banks. Representing more than 450 vacation rental homes, we proudly serve every region—from the southern beaches of Hatteras Island...

Stealin Time

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.The Perfect LocationAt just 2 miles from the Wright Memorial Bridge, you'll be pulling into the driveway minutes after landing on the Outer Banks. At...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...

7138 - Legasea

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Discover paradise at Legasea! This stunning semi-oceanfront retreat in Waves is perfectly positioned for breathtaking...

  • Waves
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge...

287 | Tapped Out

Tapped Out – Nags Head Oceanfront HomeStep into your dream oceanfront getaway! This exceptional Nags Head home combines top-quality craftsmanship, high-end finishes, and stylish furnishings for a stay that’s as comfortable as it is...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

Fitz's Wave Watcher

Located in Kill Devil Hills/ 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms"Fitz's Wave Watcher" is located at Mile Post 5. Come savor a sun deck with unobstructed, exceptional ocean view and just steps away from the ocean with direct beach access. Close to...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
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$2,756  $3,347
$591 off
8/10 - 8/17
$3,052  $3,347
$295 off
ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals

ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals provides our communities and our visitors with fun, safe and convenient access to innovative transportation while providing an unparalleled customer experience. Don’t carry all of your beach gear...

Little Royale 105

Welcome to Little Royale in Duck! Just 750' to the beach access in the charming Bias Shores community, this spacious 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home is an ideal escape. Discover a blend of classic coastal charm and modern comforts, all set just moments...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms