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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Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum

More than 2,000 shipwrecks sunk off the Coast of North Carolina in what’s called the Graveyard of the Atlantic. With all that history floating around, it was only natural to build a museum to honor and preserve the maritime culture of the...

Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education

Corolla, North Carolina is a must see nautical village scented with the spray of the salty sea. It's located on NC Highway 12 along a thin strip of land bordered on the east by the tempestuous Atlantic Ocean, and on the west by the inland waterway...

Ricky's Retreat Too 60-C

Secure your stay at Ricky’s Retreat Too early—this sought-after vacation home books fast, with families returning year after year! Nestled in the Ocean Sands community, this stunning oceanside retreat is designed for unforgettable getaways. With...

  • Corolla
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
4/11 - 4/18
$2,742  $3,042
$300 off
4/18 - 4/25
$2,742  $3,042
$300 off
4/25 - 5/2
$2,742  $3,042
$300 off
5/2 - 5/9
$3,964  $4,264
$300 off
5/9 - 5/16
$4,383  $4,683
$300 off
5/23 - 5/30
$7,524  $7,824
$300 off
5/30 - 6/6
$8,483  $8,783
$300 off
9/19 - 9/26
$3,971  $4,271
$300 off
9/26 - 10/3
$3,516  $3,816
$300 off
10/3 - 10/10
$3,161  $3,461
$300 off
10/10 - 10/17
$2,806  $3,106
$300 off
10/17 - 10/24
$2,806  $3,106
$300 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,806  $3,106
$300 off
10/31 - 11/7
$2,806  $3,106
$300 off
11/7 - 11/14
$2,522  $2,822
$300 off
11/14 - 11/21
$2,522  $2,822
$300 off
11/21 - 11/28
$3,410  $3,710
$300 off
11/28 - 12/5
$2,522  $2,822
$300 off
12/5 - 12/12
$2,522  $2,822
$300 off
12/12 - 12/19
$2,522  $2,822
$300 off
12/19 - 12/26
$3,410  $3,710
$300 off
Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

610 | Daisy's Dune

"Daisy's Dune" is a lovely, dog friendly, cedar shake home on the Oceanfront. Centrally located at MP 9.5 , The Wright Brothers Memorial and Jockey’s Ridge are both bikeable. Walk across the street to the best of beach Kill Devil Grill and the...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, with its black and white candy-cane stripes, is one of the most famous and recognizable lighthouses in the world. Protecting one of the most treacherous stretches of the Outer Banks, with a beam of light that spans 20...

Dot's Dream

A truly charming, historic (built in 1947), oceanfront beach house -the perfect backdrop for family memories year after year! Come stay and experience your worries soothed by the salt air and cozy comforts of home! Centrally located just steps from...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
6/1 - 6/8
$2,949  $3,249
$300 off
6/7 - 6/14
$3,187  $3,487
$300 off
6/14 - 6/21
$3,358  $3,658
$300 off
6/21 - 6/28
$3,750  $4,050
$300 off
6/29 - 7/6
$3,796  $4,096
$300 off
8/9 - 8/16
$3,286  $3,586
$300 off
8/16 - 8/23
$2,987  $3,287
$300 off
8/23 - 8/30
$2,410  $2,710
$300 off
8/30 - 9/6
$2,484  $2,784
$300 off
9/6 - 9/13
$2,359  $2,659
$300 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...

VH220 Breezy Livin at Villas of Hatteras...

Welcome to Breezy Livin at Villas of Hatteras Landing by KEES Vacations! Rarely do getaways have a smaller getaway built into them, but that's exactly what you will find in Hatteras. While the Outer Banks is a place overflowing with culture and...

  • Hatteras
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by...

Family Farm VNH-11

This beautiful home has something for everyone, guaranteed to keep the gang entertained all week long. With its awesome amenities, great location and proximity to local attractions, this home offers everything you could ask for in a vacation home...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Poke Box

PokeBox offers fresh, quick, simple, healthy poke bowls in Nags Head. Choose your items and build your bowl. Tuna, salmon, chicken, steak, shrimp and tofu options available. Mix in your favorite veggies, sauces and toppings for the perfect poke...

WBB Whalebone Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Cotta...

Welcome to Whalebone Ocean Cottages- 3 Bedroom Oceanside Cottage! Located in south Nags Head at milepost 16.5, this contemporary 3-bedroom oceanside cottage is sure to please. The bedding layout includes 1 King En Suite, 1 En Suite with 2 Queen...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



COMFORTABLY NUMB

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. All you need for that carefree vacation is right here.1 bedroom (with...

  • Duck
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4