Summer on Chincoteague means BINGO! 🎉 Throughout July, explore the island and enjoy Bingo in a new way! Purchase your Photo Bingo Board for $10, find the 24 designated squares, and submit your pictures to earn entries into our drawing for a $100 gift card. 

Sales open on July 1, and all proceeds support The Island Community House's year-round programs. 

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Photo Bingo Scavenger Hunt FAQ

Q: How do I get my Photo Bingo Board?
A: Once you register online for $10, you'll receive an email with your Photo Bingo Board and instructions on how to submit your photos. Or you can purchase in person during program hours, July 7–23.

Q: Do I need to go anywhere that costs money or requires admission?
A: No, all squares can be found in free-to-visit places or photographed in public spaces.

Q: Can I participate alone or in a team?
A: Include as many people as you'd like to help hunt and take pictures! Keep in mind that only the person who registered will have entries in the drawing.

Q: How many entries for the $100 gift card can I get?
A: You get 1 entry for registering, plus 1 for each photo you submit, plus 1 for each bingo you complete. That's up to 37 entries for a complete blackout!

The Chincoteague Island Farmers and Artisans Market & Kitchen Art Gallery at the Chincoteague Cultural Alliance, 6309 Church Street, will kick off the 2026 season on May 9th from 9am - 1pm with 45+ vendors offering fresh local seafood, produce, other good things to eat and a wide array of arts & crafts.

Follow the Chincoteague Island Farmers and Artisans Market Facebook page for more information!

Chincoteague Island Farmers & Artisans Market & Kitchen Art Gallery Schedule:

Saturdays from May 19 to October 31

Wednesdays from June 17 to September 30 (except Tuesday July 28 during Pony Week)

Holiday Market Nov 28 – Saturday of Thanksgiving Day Weekend

Free parking, free admission

MARKET - Featuring local seafood, produce & other locally made foods, a wide array of arts & crafts, plus live music.

ART GALLERY - Diverse works by many talented local artists

LIVE MUSIC at the MARKET

Attention Kids & Parents:

Join the Chincoteague Cultural Alliance on the porch each week during the Island Farmers and Artisans market for a FREE kids craft!

Kids must be accompanied by an adult.

Both Kiwanis Barn and Cropper Street Furniture Warehouse WILL BE OPEN Wednesdays and Saturdays - June, July, and August

Starting Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend climb the 175 steps of the lighthouse and observe the beautiful nature and wildlife in a new way!

Come Celebrate with Us! 

The Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce and Chincoteague Pony Drill Team will celebrate Misty's 80th Birthday on July 18 from 2pm - 4pm.

This event is free and open to the public.

FAMILY FUN PRESENTED BY THE CHINCOTEAGUE PONY DRILL TEAM
Meet Misty III, descendant of Misty - See Misty’s Ember perform tricks
Crafts & Games for all - Sing Happy Birthday while Misty III eats a special birthday cake
Kendy Allen will autograph her children’s books about Misty’s descendants

LEARN ABOUT THE BEEBE RANCH
Museum of Chincoteague Island will offer information about the Beebe Ranch, Misty books and merchandise, and raffle.

SWEET TREATS & REFRESHMENTS

Join us for an engaging presentation with pony expert, Darcy Cole! She will share highlights of the 2026 foal season. This is a great way to catch up on what is happening with the herd before pony penning! Register with the link below!

Reserve your spot

Fun! Fun! Fun! 

Our evening Pirate, Legend and Lore tour is fun and factual! Learn about Chincoteague’s link to piracy, sunken ships off our shores, a tragic death that leads to a ghost story and so much more about this fascinating little island! 

All tours start at 7:00pm 

These are walking tours in the historic downtown, with several places to sit along the way, 1/2 mile at a leisurely pace, 

Call or text for more information or to secure your spot! 

757-894-1953

The Island Theatre, 4074 Main Street, presents movies at their art deco performing arts center on Friday and Saturday nights at 7pm.

Beer and wine cash bar.