The island community will illuminate the holiday festivities with pyrotechnics again this year. Fireworks will be a part of the two-day celebration of our nation’s birthday!
Thanks to cooperative efforts of the National Park Service, Ocracoke Volunteer Fire Department, Hyde County, Dare County, and NCDOT Ferry Division, the pyrotechnics will be launched at the southern end of the island at the large NPS parking area. Spectators will be able to gather around beautiful Silver Lake harbor for great viewing.
Other events on July 3rd include a traditional Ocracoke Square Dance in the Community Square featuring live music with local band Molasses Creek, and a Gathering at the NPS Docks with deejay Tommy Hutcherson before and after the Fireworks.
The Independence Day celebration doesn’t end with the Grand Finale on Sunday night. On Tuesday, July 4th, events start early and continue all day long.
- Flag-raising ceremony and singing of the National Anthem
- Meet Jobelle, the newest member of the Wild Pony Herd
- Classic Car Show
- Ocracoke Lighthouse open for viewing (you can go in, but not up!)
- Sand Sculpture Contest at the Lifeguard Beach – all are welcome to enter and compete for cash prizes
- 4th of July Parade – all are welcome to enter and compete for cash prizes
- Storytelling and Awards Ceremony
- Community Bonfire at the Lifeguard Beach
For a detailed schedule of events, look for posters around the village in late June.
For more information or to request a parade entry form, call Ocracoke Civic and Business Association at 252-928-6711 or email info@ocracokevillage.com.
Fun on the Fourth is a time-honored Ocracoke tradition. The island welcomes visitors today with the same old-fashioned island hospitality and dedication to fun that has made Ocracoke a popular vacation destination for over a century.