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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Every vacation destination has its own unique draw to potential visitors, whether it's a national monument, a fantastic shopping or dining scene, or an exotic locale that's meant for total relaxation. Many newcomers to the Outer Banks are surprised...

Low Tide Bar & Grill

Low Country Seafood from the islands. North, South, East or West, our menu will satisfy any cravings you have while on your beach vacation! Let us do the cooking tonight! Reseservations and Outdoor Seating available. We’ve got something...

STEALING TIME

Great location on a quiet street with short, safe walk to beach (500 yards). Bright, airy home with over 2,500 square feet of living area. Relax in the hot tub, the hammock, or cool off in the 16 x 32 private pool with tiki bar.Level 1:1 bedroom...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
5/31 - 6/7
$3,089  $3,392
$303 off
6/28 - 7/5
$4,696  $4,914
$218 off
The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

Dolphin Dune 169

This well-maintained oceanfront home is sure to make your vacation dreams come true! Conveniently located in the quaint Town of Duck with an easy stroll to all the restaurants, local shops and the town boardwalk. You're sure to find fun activities...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
8/23 - 8/30
$7,951  $9,951
$2,000 off
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...

Dew Duck Inn BB-121

Welcome to Dew Duck Inn, a welcoming oceanside beach getaway offering countless amenities located in the Bayberry Bluffs community in the charming Town of Duck! This cozy oceanside cottage offers everything your family needs for a great Outer Banks...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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Wa-Hoo Hatteras

OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Lighthouse Rd. - Sister Home: This is one of two nearly identical homes sitting beside each other – rent one or both for your group. Or if this home is already rented for your week, take a look at its sister home 836...

  • Hatteras
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

859 | Mt. Hope South

New Living Room furnishings, new flooring in living areas, new exterior paint coming for the 2026 season! This cozy Outer Banks cottage offers an ideal location that affords easy access the Beach (approximately 100 feet to Indigo Street Beach...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
6/13 - 6/19
$2,095  $2,195
$100 off
6/27 - 7/3
$2,595  $2,695
$100 off
TRiO Restaurant & Market

Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...

SOUND BARRIER

This soundfront home has 3,000 square feet of living space and an all season Bermuda room overlooking the sound. Spectacular sunsets await your arrival with views from the large upper deck, great room and King bedroom. Waterfront lower deck is the...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
4/19 - 4/26
$1,506  $1,717
$211 off
5/10 - 5/17
$1,641  $1,876
$235 off
5/17 - 5/24
$1,641  $1,876
$235 off
5/24 - 5/31
$1,991  $2,271
$280 off
5/31 - 6/7
$2,453  $2,699
$246 off
6/21 - 6/28
$3,070  $3,271
$201 off
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...

CADDYSHACK

Enjoy sunsets and views of the golf course, lake, and sound from the private pool, hot tub, or expansive open/covered furnished decks.Level 1:Game room, laundry room, bath (with shower), as well as a furnished screened in porch.Level 2:3 bedrooms (1...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
5/16 - 5/23
$1,873  $2,125
$252 off
5/23 - 5/30
$2,124  $2,404
$280 off
5/30 - 6/6
$2,852  $3,150
$298 off
6/27 - 7/4
$4,005  $4,266
$261 off
7/4 - 7/11
$4,229  $4,266
$37 off