Be a part of the path. Buy a brick for a loved one.
You and your loved ones can be a part of historic Main Street by purchasing a brick for the path at the downtown Robert Reed Waterfront Park. Engraved memorial bricks are available for $100.
Explore. Shop. Dine. Stay.
The Historic Main Street Merchants Association promotes all the life and beauty Chincoteague Island has to offer! We're a group of all types of merchants located in the Main Street area, who work together to create unique experiences and enhance your enjoyment of our island life. Merchants who are members offer opportunities for you to sh
The Historic Main Street Merchants Association promotes all the life and beauty Chincoteague Island has to offer! We're a group of all types of merchants located in the Main Street area, who work together to create unique experiences and enhance your enjoyment of our island life. Merchants who are members offer opportunities for you to shop, enjoy great food, boat and land tours, be entertained, find a place to stay during your visit and/or enjoy one of our special weekend experiences. Weekend events include our annual scavenger hunts Death by Chocolate and Search for the Shamrocks, plus Shop the Dock at Robert Reed Park downtown.
Visit our Downtown Mural!
Visit our Downtown Mural!
We are excited for this project to be complete and share with our community and visitors!!
The mural represents a Chincoteague Downtown from bygone time. A time when downtown Chincoteague an important seaport and the oyster capital of the United States. The Mural is located on the side of the three-story building between Taylor Bank and Sunsations for all to enjoy!
Search for the Shamrocks Returns to Chincoteague Island, Virginia March 20–21, 2026
The Historic Main Street Merchants Association is excited to announce the return of Search for the Shamrocks, a fun-filled St. Patrick’s Day–themed scavenger hunt taking place on Friday and Saturday, March 20–21, 2026.
The event will be held throughout downtown Chincoteague Island, with hours on Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Search for the Shamrocks invites participants of all ages to explore local businesses and locations while following clues and solving a festive riddle. Once completed, participants will be entered into more than 35 prize drawings, featuring gifts and prizes generously donated by local merchants.
“This event is a wonderful way for families, visitors, and residents to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day while supporting our local businesses,” said a representative of the Historic Main Street Merchants Association. “It brings our community together and showcases everything that makes Chincoteague special.”
The scavenger hunt is free to participate and is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for all ages. Participants can pick up their game materials at participating locations and begin their search for hidden shamrocks throughout the island. Costumes are not required but definitely add to the fun!
More information, including event details and updates, can be found at www.chincoteaguemerchants.com or on the association’s Facebook event page.
For media inquiries or additional information, please contact Nicole Miller at Nicole@chincoteaguecomfortsuites.com or 443-614-6801.
Search for the Shamrocks Event Shirts
Available for purchase NOW!!
Pick yours up now at the Comfort Suites Chincoteague Island Bayfront Resort at 4195 Main Street or at the finish line during the event on Saturday, March 21st.
Event shirts are $30 and can be purchased with cash or venmo!