Take a stroll along any shaded street in Ocracoke village and you’ll naturally notice the town’s love of all-things fig. Fig trees are everywhere in this coastal town, and during this annual celebration, visitors and locals alike can celebrate the fig through a myriad of music, dancing, history, activities, and of course, plenty of fig goodies.
The Ocracoke Health Center is hosting its fourth fundraising Seafood Festival in 2025, which was revitalized and returned to the island after Hurricane Dorian hit Ocracoke Island in 2019. Featuring live music, a live auction and silent auction, and plenty of fresh seafood, the late summer festival is a great way for Ocracoke newcomers and visitors to discover what the great flavors of this island are all about.
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.
Come to Ocracoke Island for a Pirate Halloween! The Ocracoke Pirate Jamboree is an annual and multiple-day event that is highlighted by a family-friendly Pirate Encampment by Blackbeard's Pirate Crew on Ocracoke Island, and an ensuing world of fun on the southern Outer Banks.
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.
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...
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...
Just over the first bridge in the Oyster Creek area, this Saturday turn day property has 3 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths. With docking at its doorstep, a fish cleaning station right off the water, and an additional fish cleaning station with water under...
- Ocracoke
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
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...
The Back House offers a pleasant walk or bicycle ride to Silver Lake Harbor, coffee stores, and eateries. Featuring a reverse floor plan, The Back House provides a private setting located at the rear of a sizable property on Back Road. 2 Bedrooms, 1...
- Ocracoke
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
If you're planning a relaxing day on the beach, a great beach blanket is a must-have piece of gear. We've curated a list of highly-rated beach blankets, each selected for its unique features, quality, and durability. From lightweight, compact...
Heart's Desire is a roomy home with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths on the main floor. The loft upstairs adds additional sleeping accommodations making this home ideal for a group of 6 or less. The sizable kitchen is ideal for cooking up your local catch...
- Ocracoke
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
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...
New to OIR for 2025! This very private three bedroom, three bathroom home has a cavernous yard and handsome view of the pond and marsh. Appreciate the sounds of nature on the screened porch or open deck at this three bedroom home tucked away as the...
- Ocracoke
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
On the Outer Banks, it's easy to throw in a little education in with a vacation filled with fun, adventures, and new explorations.
The Outer Banks is rich in history, from the early explorers who first set foot on its shores 400 years ago to the groundbreaking first flight that launched modern aviation. Every community has a story and a resonant heritage, and as a result, the...
This two-story villa offers a great room style living space with sleeper couch, dining area, and full kitchen on the lower level as well as a screened porch, washer/dryer, and full bath with tub and shower. The upper-level bedroom has a queen bed...
- Ocracoke
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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...
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...
Escape to comfort and convenience in this impressive 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse located in the beautiful Down Creek area of Ocracoke Island. With a modern, refreshed kitchen featuring new appliances, this home is ideal for preparing meals to...
- Ocracoke
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
For families travelling to the beach, or fishermen carrying tackle/coolers, a beach cart can be the best purchase of your vacation. These carts feature extra-wide wheels to move across soft sand, even when loaded. Carts are often built for specific...
Spring and fall visitors will notice the popularity of kiteboarding on the Outer Banks the moment they ride down a stretch of soundfront highway. In the off-season months, it's not unusual to spot dozens if not hundreds of multi-colored kites lining...
This two-story villa offers a great room style living space with sleeper couch, dining area, and full kitchen on the lower level as well as a screened porch, washer/dryer, and full bath with tub and shower. The upper-level bedroom has a queen bed...
- Ocracoke
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4