Mapping the Past: The Ker Place Plantation and Onancock Towne.
Rescheduled from the blizzard, Enjoy classical, jazz and pop classics at the Historic Cokesbury Cultural Center. The concert is FREE, but donations are appreciated. 13 Market Street, Onancock. Sponsored by Jumbo Arts International.
All are welcome to our monthly membership meetings. Learn about all the events and projects sponsored by OBCA. Visit www.onancock.org for more.
Every Second Thursday at the Roseland Theatre.
Onancock Celebrates! Second Friday Art Stroll is an evening of fine art, live music and dining. Art galleries, gourmet shops, and boutiques feature extended evening hours, guests artists, music and wine-tastings. Live outdoor music May through October.
Come early for the 4 p.m. wine tasting at North Street Market. Follow OBCA’s Facebook page for other monthly updates as they develop!
Second Friday is a FREE, YEAR-ROUND event sponsored by OBCA and participating businesses for more than 20 years! Visit our MEMBER page to learn more
Note: CBF and moved the date from June to May.
Help clear the shore and water of Onancock Creek of litter and debris during the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s annual Clean The Bay Day event. This is a boat-only clean up. Bring your own kayak, canoe, or boat or get free use of a kayak from clean up organizers Burnham Guides: 757-710-5137 or mary@burnhamguides.com and be sure to register at CTBD
All are welcome to our monthly membership meetings. Learn about all the events and projects sponsored by OBCA. Visit www.onancock.org for more.
Onancock Celebrates! Second Friday Art Stroll is an evening of fine art, live music and dining. Art galleries, gourmet shops, and boutiques feature extended evening hours, guests artists, music and wine-tastings. Live outdoor music May through October.
Come early for the 4 p.m. wine tasting at North Street Market. Follow OBCA’s Facebook page for other monthly updates as they develop!
Second Friday is a FREE, YEAR-ROUND event sponsored by OBCA and participating businesses for more than 20 years! Visit our MEMBER page to learn more
All are welcome to our monthly membership meetings. Learn about all the events and projects sponsored by OBCA. Visit www.onancock.org for more.
Onancock Celebrates! Second Friday Art Stroll is an evening of fine art, live music and dining. Art galleries, gourmet shops, and boutiques feature extended evening hours, guests artists, music and wine-tastings. Live outdoor music May through October.
Come early for the 4 p.m. wine tasting at North Street Market. Follow OBCA’s Facebook page for other monthly updates as they develop!
Second Friday is a FREE, YEAR-ROUND event sponsored by OBCA and participating businesses for more than 20 years! Visit our MEMBER page to learn more
11th Annual O’Nancock St. Patrick's Parade, Market Street
Classic Car and Tractor show, Ker Place, 12-2:45 p.m.
The event is widely regarded as the “unofficial” start of spring on Virginia’s Eastern Shore and will again bring music, color, and community spirit to downtown Onancock.
This year’s parade theme is “Celtic Beats on Market Street,” highlighting Irish-inspired music and celebration throughout the historic district. Volunteers from the Onancock Business and Civic Association will again support the event.
In addition to the parade, the popular Classic Car and Tractor Show is expected to return to the grounds of Ker Place, weather permitting, from noon to 2:45 p.m.
As part of the festivities, North Street will be closed during the afternoon for mingling, live music, shopping, and dining. Residents and visitors are encouraged to enjoy Onancock’s local shops, galleries, and restaurants while in town.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses and organizations interested in supporting the parade. More information can be obtained by contacting the Onancock Business and Civic Association at 23417obca@gmail.com.
Onancock Celebrates! Second Friday Art Stroll is an evening of fine art, live music and dining. Art galleries, gourmet shops, and boutiques feature extended evening hours, guests artists, music and wine-tastings. Live outdoor music May through October.
Come early for the 4 p.m. wine tasting at North Street Market. Follow OBCA’s Facebook page for other monthly updates as they develop!
Second Friday is a FREE, YEAR-ROUND event sponsored by OBCA and participating businesses for more than 20 years! Visit our MEMBER page to learn more
Every Second Thursday at the Roseland Theatre.
Join a quiet walking meditation for peace. We will walk as the Monks did , without signs or comment, from there up to Hill Street. Everyone is welcome. The walk begins at 10:30 a.m. on Market Street in Onancock, near the wharf. Parking is available in the wharf parking lot, on the street, and behind the shops and bakery in the center of town on Queen Street. We will meet in the park across from 5 Market Street. (Plan to arrive in time for a 10:15 gathering)
We will walk in silence, single file, on the sidewalk up to Hill Street. Participants are welcome to walk as far as they wish and may join us at any point along the route. Printed handouts will be available stating our intention to cultivate peace in ourselves and in the world. We will not carry signs or promote specific issues. We should avoid messages on hats and shirts. We walk in peace.
The first and last walkers will wear peace symbols on their clothing. The walk will take place rain or shine. If severe weather threatens, please check your email for cancellation information.
The Peace Walk is hosted by the Salt Marsh Sangha. Salt Marsh Sangha is a community that meets weekly in Nassawadox to practice mindfulness in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh, a Vietnamese Buddhist monk.
For questions or concerns, please text or call Kathy Boyd at 575-520-0328 or Karen Hatch at 757-350-1946.
It is easy to pay online @ https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/onancock-business-and-civic-associations-memberships still just $60. You can still send a check if you prefer. All are welcome to our monthly membership meetings. Learn about all the events and projects sponsored by OBCA. Visit www.onancock.org for more.
$10 tickets benefit Shore History. Tickets: www.roselandonancock.com
$10 tickets benefit Shore History. Tickets: www.roselandonancock.com
Onancock Celebrates! Second Friday Art Stroll is an evening of fine art, live music and dining. Art galleries, gourmet shops, and boutiques feature extended evening hours, guests artists, music and wine-tastings. Live outdoor music May through October.
Come early for the 4 p.m. wine tasting at North Street Market. Follow OBCA’s Facebook page for other monthly updates as they develop!
Second Friday is a FREE, YEAR-ROUND event sponsored by OBCA and participating businesses for more than 20 years! Visit our MEMBER page to learn more
Every Second Thursday at the Roseland Theatre.
All are welcome to our monthly membership meetings. Learn about all the events and projects sponsored by OBCA. Visit www.onancock.org for more.
“Elf the Musical, Jr.” @ North Street Playhouse
Friday, December 19 7 pm
Saturday, December 20 7 pm
Sunday, December 21 2:30 pm
A holiday tradition the second weekend in December features Santa’s arrival by boat, the Onancock Christmas Homes Tour and Cokesbury Music Festival, Holiday Artisan Market, Holiday Films, and the famous Parade. Come to Onancock on Virginia’s Eastern Shore and visit homes that reflect the town’s Histroric and unique styles, plus historic sites.
Schedule:
Thursday, Dec. 11:
FREE Holiday Movie: “Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House” Roseland Theatre, 7 pm.
Friday, Dec. 12:
Ker Place Holiday Dinner 6 pm TICKETS
A special holiday Second Friday Art Stroll.
Saturday, Dec. 13:
SANTA arrives by boat @ the Wharf 11:00 am Accomack Community Band plays.
HOS Holiday Artisan Market @ Historic Onancock School 10 am – 3 pm
Breakfast with Elves! @ North Street Playhouse 10 am – 1 pm
Christmas Homes Tour 1-5 pm TICKETS sold in advance online, and at Historic Onancock School and Ker Place.
Cokesbury Music Festival 2 - 4 pm
Sunday, Dec. 14:
FREE Holiday Movie: “The Grinch” @ Roseland Theater 2:30 pm
5 p.m. Onancock Christmas Parade
Visit OBCA’s Christmas page to see all the holiday season happenings.
Eastern Shore Madrigal Singers @ North Street Playhouse TICKETS online. Note: These performances usually sell out!
Friday and Saturday, at 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 7, at 2:30 p.m.
Kick off the Holiday Season with a grand illumination of 30 Christmas Trees on the front lawn of Ker Place, home of the Eastern Shore of VIrginia Historical Society. Trees will be lit nightly from Dec. 5 through New Year’s Eve. Enjoy the festive spirit of uniquely decorated trees sponsored by businesses, organizations and families. Event is sponsored by OBCA. Visit OBCA’s Christmas page for all the holiday events.
Wine Wednesday is every first Wednesday of the month at Historic Onancock School, 6 College Ave. from 5-7 p.m. Join friends for an evening of wine, art, shopping and good company as you tour the working studio of resident artists and artisans at HOS.
All are welcome to our monthly membership meetings. Learn about all the events and projects sponsored by OBCA. Visit www.onancock.org for more.
The ESVA Artisans Guild will hold its 23rd Annual Holiday Studio Tour on November 28th and 29th, 2025, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Self-driving tour. The 23rd tour features 45 artisans at 18 Tour Stops! To highlight our tour, we are offering chances to win $50-$300 credit with a favorite Tour artisan, and a photo contest with cash prizes from $25-$100!
Our Tour falls on Thanksgiving Weekend - perfect for Holiday shopping!
Tickets: https://www.esvaartisansguild.org/studio-tour
Corner of Market and Ames.
Our 9th Annual Champagne & Oyster fundraiser will feature champagne, wines, a fresh shucked station featuring local oysters and several other tempting tastes catered by Maurice. Plus live music, open resident studios and an auction. Tickets: $75
Onancock Celebrates! Second Friday Art Stroll is an evening of fine art, live music and dining. Art galleries, gourmet shops, and boutiques feature extended evening hours, guests artists, music and wine-tastings. Live outdoor music May through October.
Come early for the 4 p.m. wine tasting at North Street Market. Follow OBCA’s Facebook page for other monthly updates as they develop!
Second Friday is a FREE, YEAR-ROUND event sponsored by OBCA and participating businesses for more than 20 years! Visit our MEMBER page to learn more
Every Second Thursday at the Roseland Theatre.
All are welcome to our monthly membership meetings. Learn about all the events and projects sponsored by OBCA. Visit www.onancock.org for more.
Join us in Onancock for the celebrate the spooky season with a weekend filled with festive activities for all ages.
Visit our Halloween page for to join the parade, details and schedule!
Highlights include a Halloween Parade, Pumpkin Carving in the Square, and a Witches paddle on Sunday. Enjoy a vibrant display of costumes and seasonal decorations as the community gathers to showcase our Halloween spirit. There will also be tricks, treats, and events throughout town. Don’t miss the wildly wonderful Halloween Parade Saturday 6-7pm, followed by the great pumpkin lighting at town square accompanied by The Community Band’s Halloween Concert! Mark your calendars for this enchanting fall celebration! #HalloweenOnancock
Register NOW for the Halloween Parade please fill out the form!
Onancock Celebrates! Second Friday Art Stroll is an evening of fine art, live music and dining. Art galleries, gourmet shops, and boutiques feature extended evening hours, guests artists, music and wine-tastings. Live outdoor music May through October.
Come early for the 4 p.m. wine tasting at North Street Market. Follow OBCA’s Facebook page for other monthly updates as they develop!
Second Friday is a FREE, YEAR-ROUND event sponsored by OBCA and participating businesses for more than 20 years! Visit our MEMBER page to learn more
Every Second Thursday at the Roseland Theatre.
Wine Wednesday is every first Wednesday of the month at Historic Onancock School, 6 College Ave. from 5-7 p.m. Join friends for an evening of wine, art, shopping and good company as you tour the working studio of resident artists and artisans at HOS.
5:30-6:30 p.m. Fil Rhythm Band
6:45-7:45 p.m. Irie Tree Band
8 p.m. Encore Jam
FREE music! Food and beverages for sale.
Historic Onancock School, 6 College Ave. Bring chairs and blankets.
The party is moving to Market Street for the Sept. 12 Second Friday!
- 6-8 p.m. Market Street will be closed for one block, from Ames to East Street featuring “Faison," a 6-piece rhythm & blues dance band, sponsored by Morphosis Creative.
- Motorists should detour from Market to North to King Street to reach the wharf.
Gallery, shops & restaurant specials:
- Morphosis & Timothy Smith Galleries hosting "Bill Murphy Art" Living estate sale.
- Imaginarium, Treasure Trove pop-up. Unique furniture, décor & lighting to live artfully.
- Restaurant food & drink specials at Foggy Place and Bizzotto’s.
- Nature’s Spirit Aromatherapy will be set up in front of Morphosis.
- John Zacharias, featured artist at Market Street Framers, 59 Market Street., 6 p.m.
- North Street Market wine-tasting, 4-7 p.m.
Look for the blue and white "OBCA Celebrates" flag outside open businesses throughout town.
Second Friday is a YEAR-ROUND, FREE event sponsored by OBCA and participating businesses. Street closings with live entertainment May through October.
Enjoy an evening of art, music and dining. Art galleries, gourmet shops, and boutiques feature extended evening hours, guests artists, music and wine-tastings.
Visit www.onancock.org to learn more or become involved
