Things to Do on Ocracoke: Performances & Events

The arts thrive on Ocracoke Island, and in the warmer months, there are always plays, concerts, performances and other things to do on Ocracoke on the events calendar. Hear local musicians share their songs in cozy studio spaces and venues. Discover facets of the island’s history as it’s explored through plays and musicals. These events deliver delightful entertainment to both adults and younger audiences. Keep your eyes peeled for upcoming festivals and other annual events. Ocracoke’s events embrace elements of the local culture and heritage and are revered traditions within the community. 

Ocracoke Alive

Performances & Events in Ocracoke
Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Contributor
84 School Road, Ocracoke
(252) 921-0260

Ocracoke Alive is a nonprofit dedicated to enriching the Ocracoke Island community by encouraging and sponsoring cultural, artistic, educational and environmental activities, including plays, musical events, festivals, and student and community programming. Featured events include the annual Ocrafolk Festival, an Earth Day Celebration, the Heritage Festival and summer concerts at Deepwater Theater.read more

Ocracoke Alive is a nonprofit dedicated to enriching the Ocracoke Island community by encouraging and...read more

Ocracoke Preservation Society and Museum

Performances & Events in Ocracoke
49 Water Plant Road, Ocracoke
(252) 928-7375

For a peek into Ocracoke’s past, visit Ocracoke Preservation Society’s Museum. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to preserving the island’s history and cultural heritage and to protecting its environment. Housed in the turn-of-the-century home of Coast Guard Capt. David Williams, the museum lets visitors glimpse island life in the early to mid-1900s. Many of the architectural elements are intact, and a bedroom, living room and...read more

For a peek into Ocracoke’s past, visit Ocracoke Preservation Society’s Museum. The nonprofit organization is...read more

WOVV 90.1 FM Radio, Ocracoke Village Voice

Performances & Events in Ocracoke
P.O. Box 1447, Ocracoke
(252) 928-9688

Ocracoke's community radio station WOVV 90.1 FM invites island visitors to tune in to hear live local programming featuring music and entertainment, local news, weather, sports and coverage of local civic and business affairs. The programming is produced and presented by and for locals and visitors alike, broadcasting from the station’s studio in the heart of Ocracoke Village. If you get Ocracoke fever when you're...read more

Ocracoke's community radio station WOVV 90.1 FM invites island visitors to tune in to hear...read more