Chincoteague Island 2011 Events
February 19, 2011
Death By Chocolate
Main Street Merchants will once again be host to chocolate lovers of all ages as you go from shop to shop filling in your playing card for a chance to win lots of prizes donated by the local merchants. Fun begins at 11 a.m. and ends at 6 p.m. Prizes will be awarded at Waterside Inn conference room at 6:30 p.m. Contact Ruthanne Mason at 757-336-3434 for more details.
February 27, 2011
First Annual Oyster Roast
Sponsored by the Snow Hill Chamber of Commerce from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
March 19, 2011
In Search of the Shamrock
Join the Main Street Merchants in celebrating this Second Annual event, and Spring, with a day full of fun and prizes. Don't forget to wear your green. For more information please contact Laurie Walton at 757-336-6858.
April 9, 2011
The Museum of Chincoteague Island opens to the public. Come and experience all new exhibits displaying the history of Chincoteague's people, culture, and heritage. Admission ages 13 and up is $3. Closed Mondays.
April 9, 2011
2nd Saturday Art Stroll
Participating galleries and shops open extended hours with special events.
http://www.chincoteagueculturalalliance.org
Call (757) 336-5636.
April 9 & 10, 2011
Chincoteague Daffodil Festival
The Chincoteague Center's annual Flower, Home & Garden Show & Annual Spring Craft Show
Contact Sam Serio at 757-894-2334 or visit www.ChincoteagueFestivals.com.
April 16, 2011
Historic Garden Week Eastern Shore
78th Annual House & Garden Tour presented by Garden Club of Virginia and Garden Club of the Eastern Shore. All sites open 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and held rain or shine. Tickets available at The Book Bin in Onley, Rayfields Pharmacy in Nassawadox and Cape Charles, Shore Bank branches in Onley, Exmore, Parksley, and Chincoteague beginning March 12, 2011. For additional details, visit www.VAGardenweek.org, www.esgardentours.com. Call Claiborne Dickinson at 757-678-7639
April 22 & 23, 2011
Easter Decoy & Art Festival
One of the area's longest running Decoy Show featuring local and national carvers and fine art exhibits.
Contact the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce at 757-336-6161 or visit www.chincoteaguedecoyshow.com.
May 6-15: Capt. Bob's Marina 2011 Flounder Tournament
Click here for details.
May 7, 2011
Spring Seafood Festival
Sponsored by Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce and held at Tom's Cove Park. Bring Mom to Chincoteague Island for the best seafood in the world. Tickets go on sale February 1 at $40 each ($35 if purchased by February 28, 2011). Call 757-336-6161 with MC or Visa or order online from this website.
May 7, 2011
17th Annual International Migratory Bird Celebration
Held at the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge features workshops, walks, activities for the whole family.
Call 757-336-6122 or visit www.fws.gov/northeast/chinco.
May 7, 2011
Mother Earth Day Festival
Robert Reed Park from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. sponsored by Chincoteague Cultural Alliance. Arts, crafts, live music, educational and community awareness booths. www.chincoteagueculturalalliance.org for more info.
May 14, 2011
2nd Saturday Art Stroll
Participating galleries and shops open extended hours with special events.
http://www.chincoteagueculturalalliance.org
Call (757) 336-5636.
May 29, 2011
Blessing of the Fleet
Old Eastern Shore tradition held at the Robert Reed Park to herald in the fishing and recreational boat season and to offer blessings to all fishermen and boaters. Call the Charterboat Association at 757-336-6861 for info.
June 4, 2011
Ole West Festival
Sponsored by Historic Main Street Merchants Association and held at Robert Reed Park from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Enjoy a free movie (Shane), music by Randy Lee Ashcraft, Best Dressed Cowboy and Cowgirl contests, western re-enactments and lots more family fun. Contact Joe Bernstein at 757-336-6271 for more information.
June 11, 2011
2nd Saturday Art Stroll
Participating galleries and shops open extended hours with special events.
http://www.chincoteagueculturalalliance.org
Call (757) 336-5636.
June 18, 2011
"It's About Them Now" Walk-Run-Ride
Beginning at Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce parking lot at 8:00 a.m.
A benefit event for our Wounded Warriors who have sacrificed so much for us. There are three course choices...one 5.4 miles, one 7 miles, and one is 14 miles. All three loops cross over onto Assateague Island and the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Contact Patrick Black at 757-894-0890 www.woundedwarriorproject.org for more information.
July 1, 2, 4, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 25-30, 2011
86th Annual Volunteer Fireman's Carnival
Rides, food, games, raffles and lots of fun...........
call 757-336-6161 for more info.
July 4, 2011
Celebrate Independence Day at the Carnival Grounds on South Main Street for Fireworks at 10:00 p.m.
July 9, 2011
2nd Saturday Art Stroll
Participating galleries and shops open extended hours with special events.
http://www.chincoteagueculturalalliance.org
Call (757) 336-5636.
July 22-24, 2011
24th Annual Chincoteague Island Blueberry Festival
At the Chincoteague Center
Arts & Crafts, Food & Music
http://www.chincoteagueblueberryfestival.com
(757) 824-3868.
July 27 & 28, 2011
86th Annual Pony Swim & Auction
Sponsored by the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Co. The Swim & Auction are always held on the last Wednesday and Thursday of July.
For more information call (757) 336-6161
August 13, 2011
2nd Saturday Art Stroll
Participating galleries and shops open extended hours with special events.
http://www.chincoteagueculturalalliance.org
Call (757) 336-5636.
Sept. 3 & 4, 2011
Chincoteague Decoy Carver’s Assoc. Decoy Show
Local carvers display their work. Sat. – 9am to 5pm, Sun. – 10am to 4pm. Cinda Walls (410) 546-1635.
Sept. 9 & 10, 2011
Plein Air Event
Art lovers mark your calendars. The 8th Annual Chincoteague Plein Air Painting Event will take place during the weekend of September 9th & 10th. Over 40 artists will spend 2 days painting outdoors on Assateague and Chincoteague Islands. On Saturday evening the 10th from 6 to 10pm those framed paintings will be on exhibit for viewing and sale. This exhibition is free and open to the public. It will be in Paschal Hall at St. Andrew’s Church at 6288 Church Street in Chincoteague. The Plein Air Event is sponsored by Chincoteague Cultural Alliance and is part of the monthly 2nd Saturdays Art Stroll. Come and enjoy a terrific evening of wonderful, diverse art. Log onto www.chincoteagueculturalalliance.org for more information.
September 10, 2011
2nd Saturday Art Stroll
Participating galleries and shops open extended hours with special events.
http://www.chincoteagueculturalalliance.org
Call (757) 336-5636
October 8, 2011
*39th Annual Chincoteague Oyster Festival
All you can eat oysters & more. Tickets sell out quickly! Call today (757) 336-6161. VISA & MC or order tickets online.
Click here: http://www.chincoteaguechamber.com/events/oyster-festival for more information or to order tickets.
October 8, 2011
2nd Saturday Art Stroll
Participating galleries and shops open extended hours with special events.
http://www.chincoteagueculturalalliance.org
Call (757) 336-5636.
October 15, 2011
12th Annual Chili & Chowder Cookoff
Sponsored by Historic Main Street Merchants Association. Call (757)-336-3700 for more info.
November 5 & 6, 2011
Holiday Craft Show
Held at the Chincoteague Center at 6155 Community Dr. Chincoteague VA 23336.
Saturday, Nov. 5, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 6, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Call 757-336-0614 for more details.
November 12, 2011
2nd Saturday Art Stroll
Participating galleries and shops open extended hours with special events.
http://www.chincoteagueculturalalliance.org
Call (757) 336-5636.
November 19-27, 2011
Assateague Island Waterfowl Week
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge Open House with special events and programs. Call (757)-336-6122.
November 25-26, 2011
25th Annual Deborah Waterfowl Show/Auction
Carvers and artists display for competition and sale. Contact Jean Clark at (757)-336-3478.
November 26, 2011
Sixth Annual Chincoteague Town Tree Lighting
Meet in the Robert Reed Park downtown at 6:00 p.m. Special guest will be Santa. For more information, please contact Laurie Walton at 757-336-6858.
November 26, 2011
Winning Window Contest and Gingerbread House Challenge begin. Visit www.chincoteaguechristmas.com for details.
December 3, 2011
Chincoteague Annual Holiday Home Tour
For more information, contact Laurie Walton at 757-336-6858 or Lyn Nielson.
Tour hours Noon to 5 p.m. Visit www.chincoteaguechristmas.com.
December 3, 2011
*Chincoteague Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade
Floats, bands, Fire Companies from all around the Eastern Shore, special visit from Santa.
Parade begins at 7 p.m.
December 10, 2011
Breakfast With Santa at Chincoteague Elementary School
December 17, 2011
Cookies & Cocoa With Santa and Gingerbread House Challenge Award Ceremony
Visit www.chincoteaguechristmas.com for details.
December 31, 2011
New Year's Eve Horseshoe Drop in Robert Reed Park. Costume Promenade begins at 10:30 p.m. and continues until the Horseshoe drops at midnight (www.chincoteaguechristmas.com)
January 1, 2012
Polar Pony Plunge at 1:12 p.m. on Assateague Beach (www.chincoteaguechristmas.com)
* Denotes Chamber-sponsored events.
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