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July 29, 2026

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July 30: What’s happening on the Eastern Shore

Jul 29, 2026 | News

Happening today

PONY AUCTION: 8 a.m., Chincoteague Carnival Grounds, Chincoteague. The annual Chincoteague Pony Auction will take place.

BINGO: 11 a.m., Cape Charles Civic Center, Cape Charles. The Cape Charles Memorial Library is hosting family bingo. All ages are welcome.

CHILDRENS PROGRAM: 1 p.m., Chincoteague Island Library, Chincoteague. The Chincoteague Island Library is hosting a Chincoteague Pony visit.

GAMES: 1 to 4 p.m., Island Community House, 6246 Mumford St., Chincoteague. The community is invited to a game day. Snacks are welcome.

CHILDRENS ART: 2 to 3 p.m., Cape Charles Memorial Library, Cape Charles. Paint Misbehavin’ is a group for children ages 12 to 15 to gather and explore different mediums, socialize, and express themselves. All supplies are provided.

FARMERS MARKET: 3 to 6 p.m., Farmers and Artisans Market at the Marina Club parking lot at Captains Cove, 3323 Dock Court, Greenbackville.

BOOK SIGNING: 2 p.m., Sundial Books, Chincoteague. Susan Friedland will be signing copies of her new children’s book “Swirl: My Wild Island Pony.”

BOOK READING: 3:30 to 5 p.m., Chincoteague Island Library, Chincoteague. Susan Friedland will do a reading for her new children’s book “Swirl: My Wild Island Pony.” Friedland will also discuss the life of Marguerite Henry.

CHILDRENS GARDEN CLUB: 5 to 6:15 p.m., New Roots Youth Garden, Cape Charles. Children ages 5 to 13 can join this weekly garden club for hands-on learning and garden activities. Healthy snacks will be served. Closed-toe shoes are required.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: 6 p.m., Eastern Shore of Virginia Regional Library, Parksley. The library is hosting a free screening of “The Good Dinosaur.”

LIVE MUSIC: 6 to 8 p.m., Kuchisabishii, Onancock. Sean Thomas and the Kuchisabishii Jazz Trio perform live every Thursday.

CARNIVAL: From 6 to 10 p.m., the Chincoteague Volunteer Fireman’s Carnival will feature rides, games, food, and other activities.