Welcome to Onancock VA

The town of Onancock nestles between two forks of a creek on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Surrounded by the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, the Eastern Shore is a land of tiny towns, winding waterways, farms and forests. Begin your exploration of the area with a visit to Onancock.

Founded in 1680, Onancock is now home to 1,500 lucky residents. Visitors can peek into art galleries and funky shops. Several restaurants serve tasty meals. There are half a dozen upscale places to lay your head, from restored Victorian Bed & Breakfast inns with porch swings to a boutique hotel.

Come to Onancock for a weekend escape or use our town as your base for a week-long Eastern Shore adventure. Information for those arriving by boat.

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What's New

New Tangier Ferry
A new passenger ferry service from Onancock to Tangier Island is operating. Take the Joyce Marie II with Captain Mark Crockett. Learn more about the Tangier Island Ferry.

Kayak Tours
Kayak season is here! SouthEast Expeditions' local guides Bill & Mary Burnham offer something new this year: a two-hour Onancock Creek Tour every Saturday at 10 am. Onancock Creek kayak tours available at other times as well, simply call 757-787-2933 or 305-240-3298.

Coming Events

July 3, 2009
Patriotic Band Concert and Ice Cream Social at the Town Square.

July 9, 2009
Bread and Tulips, part of the International Film Series at the Roseland Theatre.

July 10, 2009
Second Friday Art Stroll.

July 23 - 26, 29 - August 1 2009
Always Patsy Cline at the North Street Playhouse.

August 7-9, 12-15, 2009
Greater Tuna at the North Street Playhouse.

September 11, 2009
Second Friday Art Stroll.

September 11 - 12, 2009
Onancock Harborfest at the wharf and the town square.

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