Name: Holiday Illumination of the Gardens
Start: 2026-11-27T17:00:00-05:00

Celebrate the start of the holiday season on Ocracoke Island with the Holiday Illumination of the Gardens at the Ocracoke Commons!
Join the community as the gardens light up for the holidays. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and gather with friends, family, and neighbors to welcome the holiday season.
Everyone is invited to come out and enjoy this special holiday tradition on Ocracoke!

Local Event: Holiday Illumination of the Gardens

Hyde County

Hyde

Ocracoke

North Carolina

Holiday Illumination of the Gardens

Celebrate the start of the holiday season on Ocracoke Island with the Holiday Illumination of the Gardens at the Ocracoke...

Howard's Pub

Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend on Ocracoke Island with a free oyster roast at Howard’s Pub on November 28 from 6–8 p.m. Enjoy fresh oysters and stick around for live music by the Ray McAllister Band starting at 8 p.m. It’s a perfect way to gather with friends and neighbors for a festive evening on the island.

Local Event: Thanksgiving Weekend Oyster Roast & Live Music at Howard’s Pub 🦪

Thanksgiving Weekend Oyster Roast & Live Music...

Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend on Ocracoke Island with a free oyster roast at Howard’s Pub on November 28 from 6–8 p.m. Enjoy...

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October 30 &amp; 31Blackbeard’s Pirate Jamboree brings Ocracoke’s pirate past to life with a lively, two-day celebration inspired by the legendary pirate who met his end just offshore. Held each fall, the event features pirate reenactments, costumed characters, live music, storytelling, and family-friendly activities throughout the village. A highlight of the jamboree is the reenactment of Blackbeard’s final battle, offering a fun and educational look at Ocracoke’s place in pirate history. The festival draws locals and visitors alike for a spirited celebration of the island’s rich maritime lore.

Local Event: Blackbeard's Pirate Jamboree

Blackbeard's Pirate Jamboree

October 30 & 31Blackbeard’s Pirate Jamboree brings Ocracoke’s pirate past to life with a lively, two-day celebration inspired...

Celebrate Halloween night on Ocracoke Island with an evening of ghost stories featuring Amy Howard and David Tweedie! Gather at the Ocracoke Commons for an evening of spooky tales, local legends, and island storytelling. A fun way to spend Halloween night on Ocracoke!

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 Ocracoke Island Ghost Stories

Celebrate Halloween night on Ocracoke Island with an evening of ghost stories featuring Amy Howard and David Tweedie! Gather at...

Join Ocracoke Alive for a Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration at the Ocracoke Commons! This traditional Mexican holiday honors and remembers loved ones who have passed through colorful traditions, art, music, and community.
Everyone is invited to come together, experience this meaningful cultural tradition, and celebrate the lives and memories of those who are no longer with us.

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Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebrations

Join Ocracoke Alive for a Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration at the Ocracoke Commons! This traditional Mexican...

Join the Ocracoke Preservation Society for its Fall Membership Meeting and Potluck Dinner! Come together with friends and neighbors for an evening of food, fellowship, and community while learning more about the Ocracoke Preservation Society and its efforts to preserve the island's rich history and heritage.
This event is open to everyone, and all are welcome to attend!

Local Event: Ocracoke Preservation Society Fall Membership Meeting & Potluck Dinner

Ocracoke Preservation Society Fall Membership...

Join the Ocracoke Preservation Society for its Fall Membership Meeting and Potluck Dinner! Come together with friends and...

Ocracoke Preservation Society Fall Membership Meeting & Potluck Dinner

1718 Brewing Ocracoke

The annual Ocracoke Island Turkey Trot is a fun, community 5K held on Thanksgiving Day. Locals and visitors of all ages are invited to run or walk through the village before the holiday festivities begin. This casual, family-friendly event is a great way to stay active, enjoy the island scenery, and kick off Thanksgiving with the Ocracoke community. Costumes are welcome, and all paces are encouraged.

Local Event: Turkey Trot

Turkey Trot

The annual Ocracoke Island Turkey Trot is a fun, community 5K held on Thanksgiving Day. Locals and visitors of all ages are...

Silver Lake Harbor

The Ocracoke Parade of Boats is a beloved holiday tradition that lights up Silver Lake Harbor each year. Decorated boats cruise the harbor in a festive procession, creating a colorful waterfront celebration for locals and visitors alike. Spectators can enjoy the parade from docks, waterfront walkways, and village gathering spots as boaters show off their creative displays. The Parade of Boats is a fun, family-friendly way to kick off the holiday season on Ocracoke.

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Parade of Boats

The Ocracoke Parade of Boats is a beloved holiday tradition that lights up Silver Lake Harbor each year. Decorated boats cruise...

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