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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

May and June 2024 Special- Free Bikes

Stay two nights at the regular rate, and get a "Bike Bucks" certificate for two free 24-hour bicycle rentals at the Bike Depot next door. Valid on stays booked after March 29, for stays during May and June, 2024. Excluded Dates:  May 25-26; June… Read more

"Gotta Get Away" Special

If you’re feeling the need for a last-minute getaway, we can help! Book within two days of your arrival date, and enjoy 20% off of your entire stay! Please call 1(888)973-3843 to reserve. These rooms go quick! A certain number are allotted for each n… Read more

April 2024 Special: "3 and a Free"

This April, stay any 3 nights and get one night FREE! Valid for stays between March 30 and April 30, 2024. As always, this discount cannot be combined with other discounts or special rates, and must be requested at the time of booking. This special i… Read more
A partial solar eclipse as seen from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility on August 21, 2017. Photo Credit: Nasa Wallops

Last Minute $99 Eclipse & Launch Special

Stay with us for the upcoming eclipse and rocket launches on April 8, 2024 at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility and get a special deal!  On Chincoteague, the Moon will block a maximum of 81.4% of the Sun’s light. One sounding rocket will launch fo… Read more

2022 Seasonal Specials

We are thrilled to share our seasonal specials with you! All of us here at the Refuge are excited to see you, and thankful that we finally have a little breathing room to welcome back some of our favorite guests after a few very very busy years. Fall… 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