Holiday Star Party Food Drive 2026

Jockey’s Ridge State Park will be hosting an evening under the stars on Friday, November 6, 2026 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Telescopes will be set up for public viewing. Kids' activities will also be taking place within the Community Room. Our knowledgeable partners will guide you across the universe. Be a SHINING STAR and support the event by dropping off a food item or hygeine product for local individuals in need over the holiday season. Friends of Jockey's Ridge members will be collecting donations throughout the evening. Donations will be delivered to Beach Food Pantry. This event is made possible with the support of Beach Food Pantry, Friends of Jockey’s Ridge, OBX Astronomy Club, Dare County Library, and additional park volunteers Please remember that there are restrictions on the types of food donations the Beach Food Pantry can accept. Also, please note that all donations we accept must include an ingredient list and the nutrition facts. The Beach Food Pantry can take close-dated or expired foods under certain conditions. Suggested donation items are below: Canned Vegetables (~15 oz)Canned Fruit (~15 oz)Peanut Butter (18 oz)Canned Chicken, Ham or Tuna (5 oz cans)Brown Rice (16 oz)Canned SoupPork & BeansCanned Beef StewCanned Beef Chili with BeansDiced Canned Tomatoes (14.5 oz)Grape or Strawberry Jelly (18 oz)Pancake Mix (“Complete” – or “just add water”)Pancake SyrupHamburger HelperSalad DressingToothpasteFeminine Products