Coming Events in Onancock
Second Fridays in Onancock
Second Friday evening of each month, May through December
5-8 p.m.
Take an evening art stroll through this 1680 harbor town on the second 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 upcoming Second Friday events
OBCA: (757) 302-0388
  
Patriotic Band Concert and Ice Cream Social
Friday, 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
Bread and Tulips
July 9, 2009
International Film Series. At the Roseland Theatre.
Always Patsy Cline
July 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31; August 1, 2009
About the 3rd smallest town in Texas. At the North Street Playhouse.
Greater Tuna
August 7-9, 12-15 2009
About the 3rd smallest town in Texas. At the North Street Playhouse.
Friends of Onancock School Annual PigNic Fundraiser
September 5, 2009
The Annual PigNic offers a barbeque pork dinner, local artist exhibition, concerts by members of the Orchestra of the Eastern Shore and the Community Band, and a Silent Auction.
Information: Donna Ware 757-787-7845
  
Onancock Harborfest
September 11 - 12, 2009
An annual family fun event. Music, food and fun. Evening concerts, kayak/canoe race, Great Paper Boat Race, critter parade and a rubber duck race are highlights. Location: the town wharf at the end of Market Street.
Onancock Town Hall: (757) 787-3363
Onancock Kick-Off for the Eastern Shore Birding & Wildlife Festival
September 17, 2009
Start your enjoyment of the annual festival with this kick-off event. Birdwatching kayak tour, demonstrations, art and more.
  
Paint Onancock! Plein Air Event
October 7-9, 2009
Artists at work at their easels all around town. The completed works will be on display for viewing and sale. 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!
  
Onancock Christmas Homes Tour
Saturday, December 12, 2009
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.
Onancock Christmas Parade
December 2009
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
  
Super Saturday
Saturday, May 8, 2010
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
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