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Events for Saturday, August 08, 2026

Summer Reading Challenge

  • Location: Chincoteague Island Library, 4077 Main Street, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
  • Starts: 12:00 AM
  • Ends: 3:30 PM

☀️ Summer is almost here at the Chincoteague Island Library—and so is Lubbock’s Learners Summer Reading Program!

Early sign-ups are now open, and this year is shaping up to be our most exciting yet. Designed for all ages—from little readers to teens—this program is full of reading adventures, activities, games, and fun for the whole community.

We’ll kick things off on June 13th with Library Field Day at Robert Reed Park from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Sign-ups close July 1st—don’t miss your chance to be part of a summer filled with learning, creativity, and connection!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at [email protected]

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Chincoteague Island Farmers and Artisans Market

  • Location: Chincoteague Cultural Alliance, 6309 Church Street, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
  • Starts: 9:00 AM
  • Ends: 1:00 PM

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

Kid Art on the Porch

  • Location: Chincoteague Cultural Alliance, 6309 Church Street, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
  • Starts: 9:00 AM
  • Ends: 1:00 PM

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.


Kiwanis Barn & Cropper Street OPEN

  • Location: Kiwanis Club of Chincoteague, Main Street and Cropper Street, Chincoteague, VA 23336
  • Starts: 9:00 AM
  • Ends: 12:00 PM

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

Assateague Lighthouse OPEN for Climbing

  • Location: Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, 8231 Beach Road, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
  • Starts: 10:00 AM
  • Ends: 3:30 PM

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!

Pirate, Legend, and Lore Tour

  • Location: Historic Main Street, Chincoteague, VA 23336
  • Starts: 7:00 PM
  • Ends: 8:45 PM

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