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Ocracoke Outdoor & Nature Events - 2025 Schedule

Ocracoke Outdoor & Nature Events - 2025 Schedule
Week of October 13, 2025 - October 19, 2025
Saturday, October 18th
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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 24, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Friday, November 28th
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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Ocracoke Harbor

The Ocracoke Harbor is easily the busiest quarter mile stretch of Ocracoke Island. Consisting of a small, lagoon-like section of saltwater, and lined by a semi-circle of docks, restaurants, shops, marinas and motels, visitors will find that any and...

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...

Wild Peony:  Incredible views from the e...
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Retreat to Wild Peony's porch for impressive vistas of the salt marsh. Unwind and read a good book in one of the Adirondack chairs on the comfortably furnished screened porch, or take a nap under the trees in the comfortable hammock!Savor a view of...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

Windswept: An antique lovers dream in Oc...

Transport yourself to another era at Windswept—an memorable experience awaits. Simplicity reigned supreme. This unique 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is not just a vacation rental—it's a journey back in time. Wander through this museum-like property...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Ocracoke Island Lighthouse

The Ocracoke Island Lighthouse may not be the most imposing of the Outer Banks lighthouses, but as North Carolina's oldest lighthouse in operation, (and the second oldest in the United States), it is certainly one of the most beloved. At just 65...

Lindley:  Near restaurants, spacious scr...
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Private Ocracoke Island vacation home with roomy screened porch and great treetop sunset vistas from rooftop deck. Located on a dead end lane in a residential area. Simple walk to stores, galleries, eateries and Silver Lake Harbor.2 Bedrooms, 1...

  • Ocracoke
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Outer Banks Swimming Guide

Swimming is a local sport that never goes out of style on the Outer Banks, and with literally miles of ocean and sound waters to paddle around, there's no shortage of refreshing locales to enjoy a dip. Vacationers will find they have their choice of...

Ariosto: Dog friendly, close to dining, ...
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Discover a hidden gem on Ocracoke Island with this three-bedroom vacation home, located away along a secluded private lane. A leisurely walk will take you to the "downtown" area, where you can immerse yourself in an array of fine dining options...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Ocracoke, NC History

Ocracoke has a unique history that revolves around pirates, shipwrecks, and offshore battles. Occupied for hundreds of years, this now booming tourism destination has deep roots that run parallel to the history of the country.

Sailing the Outer Banks

Vacationers will notice a handful of sailboats at every local Outer Banks port, either saddled up to the docks or breezing across the harbor, en route to the nearest sound for a cruise, or to the continent-spanning Intracoastal Waterway to continue...

Context Switch: Great Ocracoke family va...

Tucked back on a side road on the way to the Oyster Creek neighborhood, this Sunday turn day property sits right next to a peaceful creek on one side and a sizable side yard on the other side. The creek provides tons of nature watching from otters...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
The 10 Best Beach Canopies & Umbrellas for 2025

Beach canopies and umbrellas create shade, lower ambient temperatures and block UV rays on hot, sunny Summer days. Sitting under the canopy of a quality beach umbrella can make the difference between comfort and sweltering. When choosing an...

Stand-Up Paddle Boarding (SUP)

Stand-Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) may be considered one of the Outer Bank's newest crazes to hit the water, but the sport itself is actually centuries old, originating in the Hawaiian and Polynesian Islands as an easy-going mode of transportation from...

CV6: Scotch Bonnet -2nd floor 3BR villa ...

This second floor three bedroom, three bath villa offers a huge living area, full kitchen with dining table, washer/dryer, 3 TVs, wireless internet access, and phone.Bedroom A has a queen bed, TV, and a cavernous bath with a whirlpool tub, separate...

  • Ocracoke
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Outer Banks Milepost System

Many newcomers to the Outer Banks who are browsing the local restaurants, shops and area attractions online or in the local guide books notice an interesting addition to the standard address. Besides the typical business name, street name, street...

Cedar Island

Cedar Island is the closest mainland region to Ocracoke Island, and serves as the launching point for many Ocracoke visitors who arrive on the Outer Banks from the south, via the Cedar Island / Ocracoke Ferry.

Rosemary And Thyme:  Canal front, pool, ...
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Rosemary & Thyme combines a sought after canal front location along with a private water side pool. Unique in attention to detail and featuring generous amenities, this home offers a first floor open floor plan, ideal for entertaining or family...

  • Ocracoke
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8