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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Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve

When most Outer Banks visitors think of Nags Head, they imagine a classic beach town filled with warm sunny days, crashing ocean waves, and miles of beaches, shops, restaurants and all the attractions that inherently come standard with an...

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...

AV2-3A | Pirates Perch

This Lovely Third Floor Oceanfront unit offers fabulous views of the beach & the Atlantic Ocean. Decorated w/Bright, Beach-Themed Decor that is sure to make you feel right at home! Located within walking distance to some of the best restaurants...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

GS-2-D3 Oceanfront 2 Bedroom Condo at Go...

Welcome to Golden Strand by KEES Vacations! Check out this 2-Bedroom, Oceanfront condo at the well desired Golden Strand community in the heart of Kill Devil Hills. When you are at Golden Strand, you will feel like you are in paradise. Imagine...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
SugarLand

SugarLand OBX, nestled in the Outer Banks, is a whimsical candy store offering a colorful world of sweets, treats, and nostalgic experiences. It blends modern innovation with timeless charm, featuring handcrafted ice cream sundaes, cotton candy, and...

Summer Paradise

Located in Corolla/ 7 Bedrooms / 6 Full Bathrooms / 2 Half BathroomsAppreciate this oceanfront home in the gorgeous gated community of Buck Island. Conveniently located close to the beach, stores, restaurant, grocery stores and so much more! Ground...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 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...

Las Olas

OCEANFRONT Waves- Sea Isle Hills Drive - On a peaceful street in the heart of Waves, LAS OLAS makes for the ideal relaxing hideaway. At this oceanfront location you can sit on the two levels of decks and watch the sea oats sway in the wind as you...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...

Windjammer

Timeless Oceanfront Retreat with Expansive Seaside Decks The Windjammer is a Classic Kitty Hawk Cottage! Experience the carefree style this Outer Banks vacation home offers with hardwood flooring throughout and wrap around porches inviting you to...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
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...

THE TIPSY TURTLE

Overview Brand new construction, complete for the 2025 season!If you're looking for comfort, relaxation, and unbeatable amenities, look no further! With over 4,900 square feet of indoor living space and over 1,600 square feet of...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
Corolla Wild Horse Tours

Corolla Wild Horse Tours knowledgeable guides will ensure you and your family have a great wild horse tour! Along the way the guides will stop and point out interesting sites and local history and details of the Corolla Wild Horses history. Be sure...

Mullen Sandpiper

Mullen Sandpiper is located in Nags Head at milepost 10.5 close to Jockey's Ridge State Park, Jennette's Pier, Nags Head Woods Preserve, Nags Head Dog Park plus great shops and restaurants.  10% Repeat Renter Discount New in 2023:Upper Level Master...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms