Annual Ocracoke Events

Ocracoke annual events are legendary. The island is known for planning and hosting special events that rank high on the list of most-loved Outer Banks events and draw visitors back time and time again.  There are older, established events, like the 4th of July Celebration and the British Cemetery Ceremony, and newer events, like the Ocracoke Fig Festival and Ocrafolk Festival, and it seems like the islanders add new ones all the time. There are events that draw mostly locals, like the Ocracoke Parade of Boats around Thanksgiving, and those that bring in people from all over, like the Pirate Jamboree in October. The tight-knit community gets together and plans fun events, and they welcome visitors to join in on their fun. Keep reading to browse a list of the Ocracoke annual events.

Planning for Ocracoke Annual Events

If there’s one thing you need to know about Ocracoke annual events, it’s that they are popular. People come from all over the state and beyond to enjoy these special festivals and celebrations, planning their vacations to coincide with their favorites. If you’re interested in attending one of Ocracoke annual events, be sure to plan ahead as much as possible. Book your ferry reservations and accommodations as soon in advance as you can. This is especially true with the ever-growing Ocrafolk Festival in June and the always-popular 4th of July Celebration.

OVFD Firemen's Ball

Ocracoke Annual Event
Berkley Barn, 58 Water Plant Road, Ocracoke

Support the Ocracoke Volunteer Fire Department at the annual OVFD Firemen’s Ball. Because this is island style, this ball isn't the sort to require fancy dress and uncomfortable shoes. What you can expect, however, is a pig-picking, rib-tickling good time. Dig into eastern-style barbecue complete with all the fixings. Peruse the items available for bids at the silent option, and pay attention at the goodies...read more

Support the Ocracoke Volunteer Fire Department at the annual OVFD Firemen’s Ball. Because this is...read more

Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival

Locations throughout the Outer Banks, Manteo
(252) 216-9464

Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival is an annual six-day celebration devoted to celebrating the wild side of the Outer Banks and the surrounding region. Held in October, the festival offers almost 100 programs in themes ranging from birding and wildlife photography to paddling, natural history and more. It’s a fun and educational event for the whole family, and since it takes place in the shoulder...read more

Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival is an annual six-day celebration devoted to celebrating the wild...read more

WOVV Women's Arm Wrestling Tournament

Ocracoke Annual Event
Berkley Barn, 58 Water Plant Road, Ocracoke

It’s zany, it’s tough as heck and it’s a whole lot of fun. Ocracoke Island’s Women’s Arm Wrestling Tournament showcases feats of strength and a show that only these islanders could pull off. The is Outer Banks annual event invites ladies to don their best wrestler attire and personas in the double-elimination arm wrestling tournament. WOVV, Ocracoke’s Community Radio, provides live coverage throughout the event,...read more

It’s zany, it’s tough as heck and it’s a whole lot of fun. Ocracoke Island’s...read more