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Veterans Day Weekend on Chincoteague Island

On Chincoteague Island, we celebrate the beauty of the wildlife and the gift to live alongside it all year, but November offers us several opportunities to do so as a community beginning with Veterans Day Weekend. We hope you will join us for the spe… Read more

Halloween on Chincoteague Island

Halloween is right around the corner, and we can't wait to celebrate this exciting holiday with you! Join us for one (or both!) of the final weekends of this month. Bring your friends and family for fun Halloween pictures on the beach or simply break… Read more

51st Annual Oyster Festival and National Wildlife Refuge Week

Leaves are falling, and we are thrilled to share all the island has to offer in the cooler months with you! During October, Chincoteague Island is full of adventurous locations to keep you busy. Join us as we celebrate our Annual Chincoteague Oyster … Read more

Fall Pony Roundup and Island Cuisine Adventures

Fall is here, and we could not be more excited to share the Fall Pony Roundup with you! This is one of the few times each year that visitors can see the ponies up close in person. Come join us for this special occasion, and enjoy a few adventures in … Read more

Plein Air Art and Adventure on Chincoteague Island

As we begin to enjoy cooler temperatures on the island, time-honored events continue to draw crowds from all over the country. Many island favorites including eateries, shops, and even the Assateague Lighthouse (open on Saturdays) are still open to e… Read more

Celebrate the New Year on Chincoteague Island!

With the holidays upon us, it is easy to feel swept up in the frenzy. We want to remind you to do something nice for yourself this year, and schedule a relaxing trip to Chincoteague Island to join us in celebrating the transition from 2023 to 2024. W… Read more

Chincoteague Adventures in October

Fall is here, and we are excited to share all the island has to offer in the cooler months with you! Chincoteague Island is full of adventurous locations to keep you busy. Some say this time of year is when the magic truly happens in the island as vi… Read more

Legacy Series: Andy Linton and Nancy West

Chincoteague Island is home to many talented artisans, creators, storytellers, and guides. Their contributions to the history of Chincoteague Island are what keeps its rich history alive. If you are visiting us this fall or winter, we encourage you t… Read more

Planets, Plants, and Pizza!

Summer is still in full swing, and the temperatures are still perfect for a mix of outdoor exploration and air-conditioned fun on Chincoteague Island! If you are hoping to take home science-themed souvenirs to commemorate your trip to our lovely litt… Read more

Our Grandfather's Legacy

Donald Leonard, founder of the Refuge Inn, seemed to have ponies in his blood all of his life. You could say that he was born into it– His great-grandfather Kendal Jester grazed ponies in the area known as “Wildcat”, on the north end of Chincoteague.… Read more