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Join us each October as we “shellebrate” the history, culture, economy, and ecology of oysters in North Carolina! Oysters play an important role in coastal communities. In the environment, oysters improve water quality and create habitat for other animals. Their unique flavor makes them a desirable dish, supporting the livelihoods of watermen and local economies […] 
Enjoy these oyster specials all October long! Ocracoke Oyster Co. on Ocracoke Island: Fresh local oysters topped with local figs and goat cheese, then baked until bubbling hot. Jettie Rae’s Oyster House in Asheville: Enjoy $3 oysters Tuesday–Thursday from 5–6 p.m., featuring oysters sourced from N.C. coastal farms. The Stubborn Mule Oyster Bar & Grill […]
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Green Drinks is a casual monthly gathering for people who care about our coast. Whether you enjoy boating, beach days, or simply want to keep our waters clean and our communities strong, this is a relaxed space to connect with others, hear from local voices, and stay up to date on important coastal topics. Each […]
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The NC Seafood Festival, held the first full weekend in October since 1987 on the Morehead City waterfront and free to the public, promises to be a fun-filled event with food, entertainment, kids’ activities, vendors, and artisans – while educating the public, promoting the seafood industry in North Carolina, and honoring the commercial fishing fleet […]
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Gather your friends and join us for an unforgettable afternoon at Jockey’s Ridge State Park, featuring fresh local oysters, live music, delicious food and beverages, a silent auction, and more! Come celebrate the beauty of the tallest living sand dune on the East Coast while enjoying good food, great music, and even better company. Enjoy […]
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Oyster Roast with brews, music and educational fun with partners like the NC Coastal Federation and their Shell Recycling program, "Restaurants to Reef". |
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The Historical Society of Topsail Island in partnership with Conserve the Point welcomes you to their October luncheon: "Oyster Stories: A History of Oysters and Oystering on the North Carolina Coast" is sponsored by Conserve the Point. Author and historian David Cecelski has written award-winning books on North Carolina’s coastal history and has held distinguished […] |
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A celebration of the island’s maritime heritage, this festival pays tribute to the generations of fishermen, crabbers, oystermen, and boatbuilders who shaped Ocracoke’s identity. Visitors can explore hands-on exhibits, hear stories from lifelong watermen, watch demonstrations, and enjoy delicious local seafood. The event highlights Ocracoke’s cultural past while supporting the future of its working waterfront.
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The Outer Banks Visitors Bureau is excited to host the 2nd Annual Outer Banks Volunteer Week from October 10-17, 2026, with several opportunities for visitors, residents and second homeowners to connect more deeply with the community by volunteering with local organizations on a variety of projects and events. Part of the Bureau’s expanding Voluntourism program, […]
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Join Surfrider Bogue Banks and NC Sea Grant to clean the beach and learn about water quality! We welcome you to an engaging day of toes in the sand with family, friends and new acquaintances. Help the ocean, collect data informing litter prevention efforts, and discover the role oysters play in coastal ecosystem health! All […]
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Oyster Jewelry sale, Gilded Oyster Raffle with Oysters and Champagne @4:00 |
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Gates Open at 5pm Food served from 5:30pm to 7:30pm The Band of Oz Playing 6:00pm to 8:30pm NEW Menu: Steamed oysters in shell and shucked in small bowlsSteamed shrimp in the tailFried flounderDown East ChowderPulled Pork BBQ SlidersColeslawGreen BeansMac & CheeseChicken nuggets (for children)HushpuppiesSweet and Unsweetened TeaBottled WaterBanana Pudding Beer and Wine:$4 each or […]
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In this beginner-friendly crafting workshop participants will transform natural oyster shells into custom coastal trinket dishes, ring holders, or ornaments using decorative papers from Turtle Central Gift Shop! All children must be accompanied by an adult. Recommended age is 12+ Register here!
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2026 will mark the 45th anniversary of the North Carolina Oyster Festival. October 17 and 18, celebrate everything Oyster with a variety of foods, crafts, contests, children's activities and musical performances at Town Center Park in Ocean Isle Beach. The Festival's signature Oyster Shucking Contest will be held on Saturday. There will be plenty of […]
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The Outer Banks Seafood Festival provides the opportunity to learn more about our local fishing industry and heritage. Come and watch live demonstrations, meet the watermen and see the boats involved in bringing fresh seafood to your table. Celebrate our rich, seafood heritage and discover what it has done for our local community. There will […]
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Ocean Fest Gala "Oysters & Pearls" Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Ocean Fest Gala, where good vibes, community spirit, and a love for the Mother Ocean come together. Dress in your finest black-and-white formal attire and get ready for a night of fun, fresh oysters, tastings from local restaurants, a live auction, DJ, […] |
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Kicking off North Carolina oyster season with the NC Oyster Trail, this four-course prix-fixe dinner will highlight the very best local oysters. |
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Welcome to the hottest event in October with the Greater Carolina Rock n' Boil! Join members of the Greater Fayetteville Chamber at our last and biggest event of the year! Event will feature the ever-beloved annual Oyster Roast along with a Low Country Boil and BBQ with the fixin's. With music, a hot wing eating […] |
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The NC Oyster Trail team will contribute to beautifying the city by removing litter. We will begin at Earp’s Seafood Market, a NC Oyster Trail and oyster shell recycling site. We will reduce pollution, protect local wildlife, and foster community pride. Every piece of litter removed makes a difference in improving public spaces. Volunteers will […] |
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For more information, contact the North Carolina Coastal Federation at oysters@nccoast.org. Visit ncoysters.org to learn about statewide efforts to restore oyster populations and protect our coast.
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