No gowns or tuxedos required for a good time here. Our Memorial Day weekend Fireman’s Ball starts with a pig picking, includes a silent auction and live auction that encourages good-natured bidding wars, all to support Ocracoke’s Volunteer Fire Department. Following the auctions, three live bands rock out all night long for your listening and […]

Ocrafolk Festival features musicians, storytellers, artisans, and characters of Ocracoke Island and beyond who come together for one incredible weekend of performances and fun! For details visit https://www.ocracokealive.org/ocrafolk-festival.html

Ocracoke’s Independence Day celebration kicks off July 2 with a fireworks show and DJ tunes beforehand. On July 3, enjoy a lively square dance at the Berkley Barn ($5 admission). The festivities continue on July 4 with a sand sculpture contest and a ole time Ocracoke parade through the village! 🇺🇸🎆 Full detailed schedule to […]

​Join the Ocracoke Preservation Society for its annual Fundraising Fish Fry on Thursday, July 3, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Island Inn Commons. This beloved community event features freshly fried local seafood, with a chance to sample local seafood while supporting historic preservation efforts. Enjoy delicious food, island charm, and the opportunity to […]

The 12th annual Ocracoke Fig Festival will be held August 1& 2. The Fig Festival celebrates the island’s fig history with tastings, live music, and fun activities in a family-friendly atmosphere! Find more information here!

Join us for Ocracoke’s Seafood Festival benefiting the Ocracoke Health Center. This  fund-raising event helps support the Ocracoke Health Center in repairing, renovating, and expanding the facility, as well as help support their mission to provide quality, accessible, and affordable community-based medical care to our community and visitors. More details to come!

Join the Ocracoke Community Pool Association for a delicious showdown at the Clam Chowder Cook-Off on September 20th at the Ocracoke Community Center! Sample a variety of homemade chowders, vote for your favorite, and enjoy a fun event of community spirit and good eats. Whether you're competing or just coming to taste, you won’t want […]

Join us for the second Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout, a thrilling event for anglers of all skill levels! Held at one of the premier fishing destinations on the East Coast, the tournament features competitive fishing for Red Drum, with cash prizes and trophies for the top catches. Come and enjoy the camaraderie, excitement, and challenge […]

Come celebrate Ocracoke’s unique pirate history with a weekend of swashbuckling fun. The Jamboree features an historically-accurate pirate encampment and a reenactment of the infamous pirate Blackbeard’s last battle. Interactive living history exhibits, sea shanties, music, and a shopping marketplace of seafaring fine arts and wares provide entertainment for all ages. Vendor fair Friday afternoon […]

The annual 5K Turkey Trot on Ocracoke Island takes place Thanksgiving morning. Get together with family, friends, and fellow runners, burn some calories, and have fun before the Thanksgiving feast!

Ring in the holidays island-style with this seasonal parade that takes place on Silver Lake Harbor. Sponsored by the Ocracoke Seafood Company.

Do your local holiday shopping and support Ocracoke Island’s local businesses,  spend an afternoon with friends and family sampling products from local shops and vendors.

Don’t miss the Holiday Oyster Roast at The Ocracoke Seafood Company on December 27th!  Enjoy fresh oysters, steamed shrimp, and clam chowder—all you can eat. More details to come!