Events for November 8, 2026

Sunday, November 8, 2026
9 AM ~ Soccer Tournament • Ocracoke Community Ball Field • Games, Food & Fun. 7v7 Tournament
5:30 PM ~ Dia de Muertos Welcome & La Catrina Competition, Followed by Community Potluck • Ocracoke Commons Gardens & Island Inn
8 PM ~ Dance at the Ocracoke Community Center

Ocracoke’s Mexican community invites everyone to join in a special celebration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) — a cherished tradition honoring loved ones and ancestors who have passed, including pets.

Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Time: Noon–3 p.m.
Location: Sea Ranch Resort, 1731 N. Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills
Cost: Admission price not confirmed.

Enjoy an afternoon of coastal flavor as local chefs compete to create the best shrimp dish on the beach. Sample a variety of preparations while supporting the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research and its work to study and protect local bottlenose dolphins.

The fundraiser also features a silent auction and 50/50 raffle. Proceeds support the organization’s research and conservation efforts. Check the organizer’s website for current ticket information and event updates.