Visit Ocracoke, North Carolina

10/09/2024

Have you checked out the Island Inn Gardens yet? Located directly across from Spencer's Market on the corner of Lighthouse Rd, take a walk through the beautifully landscaped gardens 🌻

09/09/2024

How exciting!

06/09/2024

Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Working Waterman's Festival happening October 19th. Check out Ocracoke Preservation for more information https://bit.ly/3Za3c1i.

05/09/2024

🍂🌊 Fall is just around the corner! Here are out top 5 reasons to Visit Ocracoke this Fall🌊🍂

1. Breathtaking Beaches 🏖️ Experience the serene beauty of Ocracoke's pristine beaches without the summer crowds. Perfect for a peaceful stroll or a quiet moment of reflection.

2.Cooler Weather 🍃 Enjoy mild temperatures and gentle breezes that make outdoor activities like biking, hiking, and kayaking even more enjoyable.

3. Fantastic Fall Fishing 🎣 Fall is the perfect time for fishing in Ocracoke. The cooler waters bring a variety of fish closer to shore, making it an angler’s paradise. Whether you're surf fishing or chartering a boat, you're in for a great catch!

4. Rich History 🏺 Dive into the island's fascinating past. Explore historic sites like the Ocracoke Lighthouse and British Cemetery, and learn about its history at the Ocracoke Preservation Museum.

5. Festivals & Events 🎉 Join in the local festivities, from the Blackbeard's Pirate Jamboree to the Ocracoke Working Waterman's Festival. Celebrate with the community Island style.
Pack your bags and discover the charm of Ocracoke in the fall!

03/09/2024

Check out our list and mark your calendars fir these events happening this Fall! 🗓️

02/09/2024

Happy Labor Day from Ocracoke! ☀️

01/09/2024

Happy Sunday Funday! 😎 We hope everyone has a great time 'shellebrating' this Labor Day Weekend! 🐚

31/08/2024

Today is the day! Head over to the Berkley Barn today and celebrate the Ocracoke Seafood Festival Health Center Benefit. You don't want to miss out on the fun! 🦐

30/08/2024

Ocracoke Island at night is pure magic. 🌌 With the stars shining bright and waves lapping in the harbor or on the shore, it feels like a step back in time. Perfect for those who crave peace, mystery, and a touch of adventure. ✨

29/08/2024

Saved you a spot on our slice of paradise 💦🌞

28/08/2024

Nothing beats a Ocracoke sunset 😍

26/08/2024

The Ocracoke Seafood Festival and Health Center Benefit is happening this Saturday! 🦐 Join in the silent auction, live auction, food and live music! You don't want to miss this!

25/08/2024

South Point Rd. Ocracoke…

22/08/2024

Here’s the lineup of events happening for this years Blackbeard Pirate Jamboree! 🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️

Blackbeard’s Pirate Jamboree slated for Nov 1. & 2 on Ocracoke

Ocracoke Island will celebrate colonial life in the 1700s with a living history encampment and the Battle of Ocracoke during Blackbeard’s Pirate Jamboree Friday, Nov. 1 and Saturday, Nov. 2, on the Berkley Manor grounds.
The festival will focus on history, colonial life and family fun.
Events will kick off Friday evening with a rollicking, adult-oriented game show, “The Dating Game with Blackbeard,” in which 3 comely ladies will vie for the chance to date Blackbeard will kick off events Friday evening at 7:30 in the Berkley Barn.
Saturday (Nov. 1) will feature a colonial encampment on the grounds of the Berkley Manor highlighting daily life, navigation, cooking and medicine, games for kids, along with a dozen artisan vendors.
Among the living history re-enactors are The Cannon Crew out of Beaufort. Led by Capt. Carl Cannon, the 17-member group will set up a colonial-era encampment with shipboard medicine, navigation, weaving and cooking.
Back by popular demand, a pirate parade will kick of the Saturday events at 10 a.m. starting at Ride the Wind Surf Shop, walk through the downtown and end at the encampment.
Cannon’s period sloop, “The Adventure,” and Horatio Sinbad’s brigantine, “Meka II,” will circle the harbor with cannons ablaze.
Also pitching their camps will be members of Leviathan Nautical Living History, a group dedicated to the accurate portrayal of a ship’s company in the age of sail, spanning the years 1680 to 1865. They also will demonstrate colonial era fi****ms.
The Sword Circle will demonstrate sword fighting and will have a booth with candle making in which festival goers can try their hand. They also will have axe throwing and will set up an area for kids to learn sword fighting.
The Shadow Players comedy sword fighting troop will return this year and the Motley Tones, roving minstrels, will sing sea chanteys and tavern songs throughout the day.
Historian Kevin Duffus and Sinbad will talk about “Blackbeard: Myths & Legends” Saturday afternoon.
Duffus also will do an interview on WOVV 90.1 FM Friday morning.
The living history crews will also reenact on shore along the NPS docks the sword fight in which Blackbeard met his demise at the hand of Royal Navy Lt. Robert Maynard.
The event will conclude with a memorial service honoring the fallen sailors for both Blackbeard and Lt. Robert Maynard.
A detailed schedule will be released here later and on the OCBA website www.ocracokeisland.net and page.
For lodging options, visit: www.visitocracokenc.com.
Photo by Natasha Jackson.

18/08/2024

Yesterday we had a absolutely gorgeous morning before the ocean got angry and the winds picked up 🌞
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17/08/2024

✨Ocracoke Island is a slice of peaceful paradise where time slows down, and nature takes the spotlight. Whether it’s a quiet stroll along the beach or a sunset over the sound, the island’s serene beauty offers the perfect escape. ✨

16/08/2024

Be sure to check out the Island Inn Gardens during your next visit! Located directly across from Spencer's Market on the corner of Lighthouse Rd walk through the beautifully landscaped gardens 🏵️

16/08/2024

Celebrating 200 years since the Ocracoke Lighthouse was first lit on August 15, 1824! Here’s to two centuries of this historic beacon guiding the way and many more to come. 🕯️✨

14/08/2024

Escape to Ocracoke Island and immerse yourself in its beauty. From quiet, uncrowded beaches to peaceful nature trails, Ocracoke offers the perfect retreat for relaxation and rejuvenation. Discover the island's charming ambiance, rich history, and breathtaking sunsets.

13/08/2024

Hellooooo sunshine!☀️ It looks like we are FINALLY getting a break from the rain and we could not be happier 😎

12/08/2024

Attention Red Drum fishermen: Registration is open!! Sign up today to get the early bird pricing!
We are so excited to welcome you to Ocracoke for the first Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout Fishing Tournament!!

Want to help get this new tournament off the ground and help us make a meaningful donation to our Ocracoke Working Watermen? Become a sponsor today!!

Visit our website to register, sign up for a sponsorship, or to learn more about this fun new tournament on everyone’s favorite island!

https://www.ocracokereddrum.com/

08/08/2024

Make your plans for the remaining 2024 events! 📆 You can find more information here https://bit.ly/4df1SOH

08/08/2024

Nestled within the stunning Outer Banks, Ocracoke Island is a hidden gem for surfers. With its pristine beaches, consistent waves, and a laid-back atmosphere, it's the perfect spot to catch some waves and soak up the sun. 🏄See why Ocracoke made this list of coastal towns offering good waves, food, and vibes that embody the surfing culture. 🌊

Our columnist has spent over 20 years in lineups across the country and says these coastal towns offer good waves, food, and vibes—and embody surf culture

07/08/2024

While we seem to be missing the brunt of the storm we are expecting more rain. So stay dry and watch for flooded areas around the island.

Media Contact: Donnie Shumate Hyde County PIO Phone: (252) 542-0083 E-mail: [email protected] Hyde County Press Release #1   Tropical Storm Debby August 6, 2024  Hyde County has issued a stat

07/08/2024

🌟 Happy National Lighthouse Day! 🌟

Today, we celebrate the timeless beauty and historic charm of the Ocracoke Lighthouse. Standing tall since 1823, this iconic beacon has guided countless mariners through the waters of North Carolina.

🛥️✨ Whether you're exploring the Outer Banks or dreaming of coastal adventures, let the Ocracoke Lighthouse light you up on this rainy day! 🏖️

05/08/2024

Congrats winners!

01/08/2024

It’s time to get figgy! Celebrate Ocracoke island’s annual Fig Festival starting tomorrow!