Events Calendar

Tuesday With the Ponies

 Kerkaken  Acres and the Chincoteague Pony Drill Team are offering a special time with ponies for anyone vacationing on Chincoteague and would like a “pony” experience.

This experience is three hours of nothing but Chincoteague ponies! It includes (but  not limited to) a riding lesson, leading, bathing your pony, grooming, and more.

We have the largest herd of Chincoteague ponies off the island and many of our ponies are Misty descendants.
Everyone participating will be “hands on” with a pony.

For ages 5 and up, $150 per person.. Please text at 757-894-5168 or email at [email protected] for more info or to reserve your spot.

We are located at Kerkaken Acres, 14086 Winterville Rd, Bloxom, VA about 1/2hour south of Chincoteague.

Dates of Tuesday with  Ponies—June  16, 23, 30,  July 7,14. 21. Aug 4, 11

Kerkaken Acres…home of the Chincoteague Pony Drill Team, the only equine drill team in the world of all Chincoteague ponies.

For more info, text 757-894-5168 or email [email protected]

The Chincoteague Island Library will host Coastal Crocheters twice a week:

Tuesdays from 10:00am-12:00pm

The library will provide a relaxed and social setting for crocheters of every experience level.

All programs are free and open to the public.  Community members are encouraged to follow the library on Facebook for updates on programs and events. For additional information, please contact the library at 757‑336‑3460

Chincoteague Police Department National Night Out 2026

The Chincoteague Police Department invites the community to join us for National Night Out, a fun evening focused on community, safety, and family-friendly activities.

Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Location: Memorial Park

Memorial Park Drive

Chincoteague, VA 23336

This event is free and open to all ages.

Featured attractions include:

Meet your Chincoteague Police Officers

Accomack County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Demonstration

Virginia Marine Police

Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company Fire Truck Display

Drone Demonstration

Bounce Houses

Dunk Tank

Community Water Balloon Fight

Free Food and Drinks

Free Admission

Family Fun for All Ages

Bring the family out for a night of community connection, safety awareness, and fun. National Night Out is a great opportunity to meet local first responders, enjoy activities with the kids, and spend time with neighbors.

Questions?

Call the Chincoteague Police Department at (757) 336-3155

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