Coming Events in Onancock
First Fridays in
Onancock
Friends of Onancock School 2nd Annual PigNic Fund Raiser
Onancock Harborfest
Onancock Kick-Off for the Eastern Shore Birding & Wildlife Festival
Paint Onancock! Plein Air Event
Onancock Christmas Homes Tour
Onancock Christmas Parade
Super Saturday
Patriotic Band Concert and Ice Cream Social
First Friday evening of each month, April through December
5-8 p.m.
Take an evening art stroll through this 1680 harbor town on the first Friday evening of the
month. Participating shops and galleries stay open late featuring local artists, demonstrations and specials, with dining in international and eclectic eateries. Sponsored by the Onancock Business & Civic Association.
Click for details on the next First Friday events.
OBCA: (757) 302-0388
Saturday, August 30, 2008
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The 2nd Annual PigNic has much to offer — the Barbeque Pork Dinner by Tommy Hines and G.L. Smith served from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. In addition there will be a local artist exhibition, concerts by members of the Orchestra of the Eastern Shore and the Community Band, a Silent Auction and prizes for the oldest Alumni and the Alumni who traveled the furthest.
Tickets: $25. Sold at Book Bin, C.D. Marsh Jewelers and Runninger’s Pharmacy in Onancock
Information: Donna Ware 757-787-7845
Website: Onancock School
Friday-Saturday, September 5-6, 2008
Come to this 1680 wharf town for an annual family fun event. Food, contests, music, small
boat races, critter parade, bake-off, and a rubber duck race are highlights. Location: the town wharf at the end of Market Street.
Onancock Town Hall: (757) 787-3363
Website: Onancock Harborfest
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Start your enjoyment of the annual festival with this new kick-off event. Birdwatching kayak tour, live raptor demonstration, "Bird Filming Tales" documentary with commentary by film-makers Michael Male and Judy Fieth, and enter to win wildlife art.
Website: Onancock Kickoff for the Eastern Shore Birding & Wildlife Festival
October 1 - 4, 2008
Look for the artists at work at their easels all around town Oct. 1-2. The works will be on display all around town on the evening of Oct. 3, First Friday, 5-8 p.m. The paintings will also be on display for viewing and sale on Saturday, Oct. 4. Come out to support our local artists as they capture the spirit of our scenic harbor town on canvas. You may be fortunate enough to end up with an original work of art in your home! Mark your calendar for this fall weekend event. The deadline for artist registration to Paint Onancock is August 1.
Website: Paint Onancock Plein Air
Saturday, December 13, 2008
2-6 p.m.
Step inside some of this historic wharf town's finest homes, all decked out for the season. Listen to holiday music, including the Orchestra of the Eastern Shore, at a free concert at Historic Cokesbury Church, 4-8 p.m. Tour tickets ($15) can be purchased the day of the tour or in advance by phone. Presented by the Onancock Business & Civic Association to benefit a different local organization each year.
Website: Onancock Christmas Homes Tour
Sunday, December 21, 2008
4:00 PM
The hometown Christmas parade features floats, fire engines, marching groups and the arrival of Santa on a fire truck, all along Market Street.
Onancock Town Hall: (757) 787-3363
Website: Onancock Christmas Parade
Saturday, May 9, 2009, rain date May 16
8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Whether looking for a bargain treasure or to clean out your own attic, this town-wide yard sale is the day to visit Historic Onancock. Many shops in town hold sidewalk sales along Market, North and King streets. Come, spend the day, and have lunch or dinner in one of the great international restaurants in this historic waterfront town. Vendor space available. We are pet-friendly! Sponsored by the Onancock Business and Civic Association.
OBCA: (757) 302-0388
Thursday, July 3, 2009
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
The Accomack Community Band dishes up patriotic, toe-tapping tunes, while the Onancock Business & Civic Association dishes out the ice cream at the Town Square.
Information: Bill Burnham 757-787-2933.
OBCA: (757) 302-0388