OBX Area Events

Each year thousands of visitors take Outer Banks vacations with family and friends to participate, and enjoy one of several Annual Events at the beach.

Blackbeard's Revenge 100


Location Corolla - Hatteras Time Starts: 05:00 AM
This point to point race will take athletes the length of the Outer Banks, NC from Corolla to Hatteras. The course is 100% paved road with beautiful views and long distance challenges where great memories will be made along the way! Learn More Here View Corolla Rentals View All Outer Banks Rentals...

The Outer Banks Forum for the Lively Arts


Location First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills, NC Time Starts: 7:30 p.m.
March 23, 2024 "Last Date: The Floyd Cramer Story with Grandson Jason Coleman" Pianist Jason ‘Floyd’ Coleman brings new life to the music made famous by his grandfather, Floyd Cramer, in a piano concert of country and pop classics. More Information. April 27, 2024 "A Tribute to the Legendary Ladies of Soul" A power-punch packed performance of the greatest soul hits ever written. More Information. ...

Trash Attack!


Location Kill Devil Hills, NC Time Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 12:00 p.m.
Save the Date for Trash Attack!: You can help make KDH a cleaner and brighter place by joining your neighbors on Saturday, March 23rd, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., to pick up litter around our Town. Trash Attack! is a community clean-up event, where volunteers head out across Town to "attack" the trash: beach, soundside, or anywhere in between. For more information, and to complete the pre- registration form, visit www.kdhnc.com....

Blackbeard's Revenge 100


Location Corolla - Hatteras Time Ends: 1:00 PM
This point to point race will take athletes the length of the Outer Banks, NC from Corolla to Hatteras. The course is 100% paved road with beautiful views and long distance challenges where great memories will be made along the way! Learn More Here View Corolla Rentals View All Outer Banks Rentals...

Flying Into Spring And Easter EGGstravganza


Location Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head Time Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM
Come enjoy the spirit of the Easter holiday on the Outer Banks while taking advantage of National Kite Month at this fun and family-friendly event that joyfully combines these two celebrations. The Flying Into Spring And Easter EGGstravaganza festival is a great way to take in the fresh spring air along the coastline, while participating in a myriad of games, displays, and a little kite action at one of the best spots on the East Coast for high flying. More Information...

Flying Into Spring And Easter EGGstravganza


Location Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head Time Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM
Come enjoy the spirit of the Easter holiday on the Outer Banks while taking advantage of National Kite Month at this fun and family-friendly event that joyfully combines these two celebrations. The Flying Into Spring And Easter EGGstravaganza festival is a great way to take in the fresh spring air along the coastline, while participating in a myriad of games, displays, and a little kite action at one of the best spots on the East Coast for high flying. More Information...

Eastertide in the Gardens


Location Elizabethan Gardens, Manteo, NC Time Starts: 10:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 2:00 p.m.
Hop into the Gardens! The beauty of spring at the Gardens sets the stage for this fun-filled family event. Children and families may follow a map of the Gardens’ paths to gather eggs at designated “egg stations” and enjoy contests, games and vendors on the Great Lawn. More Information....

Spring Soundside Market


Location Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959 Time Starts: 12:00 p.m. ‐ Ends: 4:00 p.m.
Explore the vibrant spirit of our community at Soundside Market in Nags Head. Dive into a world of unique handmade treasures, lovingly crafted by local artisans. https://www.facebook.com/soundsidemarket...

OBX Taste Of The Beach


Location Outer Banks, NC
The Outer Banks Restaurant Association and Outer Banks Hospitality Partners invite you to have a "Taste of the Beach" April 12-14, 2024.   Each year the Outer Banks Restaurant Association looks forward to welcoming visitors and locals to the annual OBX Taste of The Beach to connect, share, and enjoy wine and food experiences. This will look a little different, but there are still some great events to come and enjoy. More Information...

Wilbur Wright Day


Location Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, NC Time Starts: 11:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 2:00 p.m.

Wilbur Wright Day. More Information.

OBX Taste Of The Beach


Location Outer Banks, NC
The Outer Banks Restaurant Association and Outer Banks Hospitality Partners invite you to have a "Taste of the Beach" April 12-14, 2024.   Each year the Outer Banks Restaurant Association looks forward to welcoming visitors and locals to the annual OBX Taste of The Beach to connect, share, and enjoy wine and food experiences. This will look a little different, but there are still some great events to come and enjoy. More Information...

The Lost Colony Wine, Beer & Culinary Festival


Location Manteo NC

Experience The Lost Colony venue overlooking the Roanoke Sound while sampling 100 wines , local fare, craft beers, live music & an art show. More information

Dowdy Park Winter Market


Location Dowdy Park, Nags Head, NC Time Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 12:00 p.m.
Get ready for winter wonders at Dowdy Park!  Join us for the coolest winter markets, where local vendors will be serving up their handmade wares.  The park is located at 3005 South Croatan Highway and parking is available at Nags Head Elementary School. More details are available on the Dowdy Park Events website. ...

OBX Taste Of The Beach


Location Outer Banks, NC
The Outer Banks Restaurant Association and Outer Banks Hospitality Partners invite you to have a "Taste of the Beach" April 12-14, 2024.   Each year the Outer Banks Restaurant Association looks forward to welcoming visitors and locals to the annual OBX Taste of The Beach to connect, share, and enjoy wine and food experiences. This will look a little different, but there are still some great events to come and enjoy. More Information...

Flying Pirate Half Marathon


Location Kill Devil Hills, NC
PIRATES, PIRATES EVERYWHERE!From runner costumes, to Expo decorations and all the way to the post-race party! Pirates Rule at the well-organized, professional, fun race! Presented by Outer Banks Sporting Events...

Flying Pirate Half Marathon


Location Kill Devil Hills, NC
PIRATES, PIRATES EVERYWHERE!From runner costumes, to Expo decorations and all the way to the post-race party! Pirates Rule at the well-organized, professional, fun race! Presented by Outer Banks Sporting Events...

ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Surfing Championship


Location Jennette's Pier, Nags Head, NC
Head to the beach to catch an incredible live show that’s unlike any other on the Outer Banks with the ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Surfing Championship. Known as a qualifier for the big USA Surfing’s Prime events and USA Surfing Championships that are held in the summertime, this event attracts talented surfers from all across the region and well beyond to the heart of the Outer Banks for a truly spectacular competition. More Information ...

Theatre of Dare


Location Theatre of Dare, 3848 N. Croatan Highway, Kitty Hawk, NC Time Starts: 7:30 p.m.
Theater of Dare is community theater for North Carolina's Outer Banks.   Theatre of Dare presents August: Osage County February 2-11.  Complete details online at:  https://www.theatreofdareobx.com/august-osage-county Theatre of Dare presents The Drowsy Chaperone March 8-17, 2024.  Complete details online at: https://www.theatreofdareobx.com/the-drowsy-chaperone  The Drowsy Chaperone is a musical within a comedy that won five Tony awards after opening on Broadway in 2006, including Best Book and Best Original Score! Theatre of Dare presents Four Old Broads April 26-28 and May 2-5, 2024 Complete details online at:  https://www.theatreofdareobx.com/four-old-broads...

ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Surfing Championship


Location Jennette's Pier, Nags Head, NC
Head to the beach to catch an incredible live show that’s unlike any other on the Outer Banks with the ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Surfing Championship. Known as a qualifier for the big USA Surfing’s Prime events and USA Surfing Championships that are held in the summertime, this event attracts talented surfers from all across the region and well beyond to the heart of the Outer Banks for a truly spectacular competition. More Information ...

The Outer Banks Forum for the Lively Arts


Location First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills, NC Time Starts: 7:30 p.m.
March 23, 2024 "Last Date: The Floyd Cramer Story with Grandson Jason Coleman" Pianist Jason ‘Floyd’ Coleman brings new life to the music made famous by his grandfather, Floyd Cramer, in a piano concert of country and pop classics. More Information. April 27, 2024 "A Tribute to the Legendary Ladies of Soul" A power-punch packed performance of the greatest soul hits ever written. More Information. ...

ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Surfing Championship


Location Jennette's Pier, Nags Head, NC
Head to the beach to catch an incredible live show that’s unlike any other on the Outer Banks with the ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Surfing Championship. Known as a qualifier for the big USA Surfing’s Prime events and USA Surfing Championships that are held in the summertime, this event attracts talented surfers from all across the region and well beyond to the heart of the Outer Banks for a truly spectacular competition. More Information ...

OBX Rod And Custom Festival


Automobile enthusiasts can meet and greet with fellow aficionados while exploring some of the most stunning coastlines that North Carolina has to offer at this two-day festival that features a wide array of ways to have fun. The OBX Rod And Custom Festival is a special celebration of vintage and antique cars that will boast a host of family-friendly activities, from local food, to cruise-ins, to displays that will impress car fans of all tastes and ages. More Information...

OBX Rod And Custom Festival


Automobile enthusiasts can meet and greet with fellow aficionados while exploring some of the most stunning coastlines that North Carolina has to offer at this two-day festival that features a wide array of ways to have fun. The OBX Rod And Custom Festival is a special celebration of vintage and antique cars that will boast a host of family-friendly activities, from local food, to cruise-ins, to displays that will impress car fans of all tastes and ages. More Information...

Dare County KidsFest


Location Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC Time Starts: 9:30 AM ‐ Ends: 12:30 PM
Children & Youth Partnership for Dare County (CYP) is excited to announce our Annual Kidsfest event! This exciting festival for young children will be held on Friday, May 10 2024, at Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo from 9:30am – 12:30pm. Children, parents, grandparents and child care programs are invited to participate in a morning of music, games, crafts, exploration, and play activities, all for FREE!  www.darekids.org.  ...

OBX KidsFest


Location Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC Time Starts: 9:30 a.m. ‐ Ends: 12:30 p.m.
During KidsFest, Roanoke Island Festival Park’s beautiful grounds will be filled with children’s stations set up with all types of play activities such as fire trucks, EMS vehicles, characters, bubbles, music, arts and crafts, and much more. In 2023, young children were able to play and participate in over 50 exciting activities, all carefully selected for preschool children. More information available at KidsFest Details....

Artrageous Kids Art Festival


Location Dowdy Park, Nags Head, NC Time Starts: 10:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 3:00 p.m.

Artrageous is a free, family-friendly event that includes art activities, live music, dance performances, an artisan market, and food vendors. More Information

Couture by the Shore


Location Ducks Woods Country Club Time Starts: 11:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 3:00 p.m.
Couture by the Shore is an annual luncheon, fashion show, and silent auction shopping experience to support the Outer Banks Relief Foundation’s work assisting local families facing tragedies. More Information. ...

Nags Head Woods 5K Run


Location Nags Head Woods Time Starts: 7:00 a.m.
The North Banks Rotary Club is the host organization for the Nags Head Woods 5K. The event is the longest running charity race on the Outer Banks, originally organized by Outer Banks Kiwanis Club. It has been a staple of the Outer Banks community for nearly 40 years! More Information....

Outer Banks Soft Shell Crab Week


Location Outer Banks, NC

A week-long restaurant crawl showcasing the best soft-shell tapas dishes on the Outer Banks.

More Information.

Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular


Location Nags Head, NC
The Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular will be held on Thursday, May 16th-Sunday May 19th. We invite pilots from all over the country to come fly with us for this four-day event at Jockey’s Ridge State Park in Nags Head, NC, and the Cotton Gin in Jarvisburg, NC  (see full schedule below). We will have gliders from Wills Wing and Moyes and new Flytec equipment to demo. For more information, check out: Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular...

Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular


Location Nags Head, NC
The Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular will be held on Thursday, May 16th-Sunday May 19th. We invite pilots from all over the country to come fly with us for this four-day event at Jockey’s Ridge State Park in Nags Head, NC, and the Cotton Gin in Jarvisburg, NC  (see full schedule below). We will have gliders from Wills Wing and Moyes and new Flytec equipment to demo. For more information, check out: Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular...

Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular


Location Nags Head, NC
The Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular will be held on Thursday, May 16th-Sunday May 19th. We invite pilots from all over the country to come fly with us for this four-day event at Jockey’s Ridge State Park in Nags Head, NC, and the Cotton Gin in Jarvisburg, NC  (see full schedule below). We will have gliders from Wills Wing and Moyes and new Flytec equipment to demo. For more information, check out: Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular...

Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular


Location Nags Head, NC
The Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular will be held on Thursday, May 16th-Sunday May 19th. We invite pilots from all over the country to come fly with us for this four-day event at Jockey’s Ridge State Park in Nags Head, NC, and the Cotton Gin in Jarvisburg, NC  (see full schedule below). We will have gliders from Wills Wing and Moyes and new Flytec equipment to demo. For more information, check out: Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular...

Lighthouse 5K at Whalehead


Location Historic Corolla Park
Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Brindley Beach's 5K series runs every Wednesday at 8 AM beginning on May 22 and goes through September 11! More information....

Worrell 1000 Race – Kill Devil Hills Checkpoint


Location Kill Devil Hills, NC
“The Worrell 1000 Race” is an offshore long-distance beach catamaran sailboat race to be held between May 12-25, 2024 in the Atlantic waters between South Florida and Virginia Beach, Virginia. The Race will cover approximately 1000 miles with overnight stops at multiple locations along the East Coast of the United States. https://www.worrell1000race.com ...

VusicOBX Concert Series


Location Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC Time Starts: 5:00 p.m.
VusicOBX Summer Series. More Information  May 25, 2024 KC & The Sunshine Band with Chairmen of the Board June 30, 2024 Michael Franti & Spearhead w. Niko Moon & Bombargo ...

Pat McGee's Down The Hatch


Location Ramada Plaza Nags Head Oceanfront Time Starts: 5:00 p.m.
Pat McGee hosts over 15 Artists to under 250 attendees in the Outer Banks of NC for a boutique music festival like no other. May 29-June1, 2024. More Information....

The Lost Colony


Location Waterside Theatre, Manteo, NC Time Starts: 7:45 p.m.
The 2024 Season of The Lost Colony begins May 30th, 2024. An experience not to be missed! The Lost Colony offers a refreshed production of Paul Green's original symphonic drama. Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Set on the soundfront on Roanoke Island, enjoy this 87 year-old musical under the stars. More Information. ...

The Lost Colony


Location Waterside Theatre, Manteo, NC Time Starts: 7:45 p.m.
The 2024 Season of The Lost Colony begins May 30th, 2024. An experience not to be missed! The Lost Colony offers a refreshed production of Paul Green's original symphonic drama. Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Set on the soundfront on Roanoke Island, enjoy this 87 year-old musical under the stars. More Information. ...

Rock the Cape Festival


Location Hatteras Island, NC
The 12th Annual Rock The Cape will celebrate the visual and performing arts on Hatteras Island June 6-7. The free, family-friendly event will include an art show, concert and gallery tour. More information....

Friday Arts on the Island


Location Hatteras Island, NC
The 12th Annual Rock The Cape will celebrate the visual and performing arts on Hatteras Island June 6-7. The free, family-friendly event will include an art show, concert and gallery tour. More information. ...

Corolla Cork & Craft


Location Wednesday's, Historic Corolla Park Time Starts: 3:00 PM ‐ Ends: 7:00 PM
Corolla Cork & Craft (formerly ‘Whalehead Wednesday’) June 12th to September 11th. Every Wednesday, from 3pm-7pm Please join the Currituck County Department of Travel & Tourism every Wednesday for local wine & beer, live music and curated local craft artisans in the breathtaking and peaceful setting of Historic Corolla Park. Admission to this event is free. Beer, wine, food, and crafts will be available for purchase. You may purchase beer and wine by the glass or by the bottle. There will be no free tastings at this event. More Information...

Annual Rogallo Kite Fesitval


Location Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head, NC Time Starts: 10:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 4:00 p.m.
Kitty Hawk Kites and friends will be displaying amazing 30 – 100 ft kites on top of Jockey’s Ridge State Park. Join us and fly a kite of your own, take part in FREE stunt kite lessons, kite coloring for the kiddos, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the spectacular kites as they fly in the sky. More information...

Annual Rogallo Kite Fesitval


Location Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head, NC Time Starts: 10:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 4:00 p.m.
Kitty Hawk Kites and friends will be displaying amazing 30 – 100 ft kites on top of Jockey’s Ridge State Park. Join us and fly a kite of your own, take part in FREE stunt kite lessons, kite coloring for the kiddos, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the spectacular kites as they fly in the sky. More information...

Soundside Summer Market


Location Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959 Time Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.

More information on soundside markets.

Soundside Summer Market


Location Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959 Time Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.

More information on soundside markets.

The Independence 1 Miles Beer Run


Location Kill Devil Hills

Join the Brewing Station crew for an American Independence themed beer mile! Wear your American spirit finest! More Infromation

VusicOBX Concert Series


Location Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC Time Starts: 4:30 p.m.
VusicOBX Summer Series. More Information  May 25, 2024 KC & The Sunshine Band with Chairmen of the Board June 30, 2024 Michael Franti & Spearhead w. Niko Moon & Bombargo ...

The Lost Colony


Location Waterside Theatre, Manteo, NC Time Starts: 7:45 p.m.
The 2024 Season of The Lost Colony begins May 30th, 2024. An experience not to be missed! The Lost Colony offers a refreshed production of Paul Green's original symphonic drama. Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Set on the soundfront on Roanoke Island, enjoy this 87 year-old musical under the stars. More Information. ...

Soundside Summer Market


Location Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959 Time Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.

More information on soundside markets.

Soundside Summer Market


Location Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959 Time Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.

More information on soundside markets.

Soundside Summer Market


Location Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959 Time Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.

More information on soundside markets.

Annual Wright Kite Festival


Location Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, NC Time Starts: 10:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 4:00 p.m.
Take flight where flight first began with Kitty Hawk Kites and the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Enjoy a walk on the hallowed grounds where Wilbur and Orville took their historic first flight in 1903, then come join us for some fun flight of your own. More Information...

Annual Wright Kite Festival


Location Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, NC Time Starts: 10:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 4:00 p.m.
Take flight where flight first began with Kitty Hawk Kites and the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Enjoy a walk on the hallowed grounds where Wilbur and Orville took their historic first flight in 1903, then come join us for some fun flight of your own. More Information...

Soundside Summer Market


Location Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959 Time Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.

More information on soundside markets.

Soundside Summer Market


Location Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959 Time Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.

More information on soundside markets.

OBX Watermelon Festival


Location Kitty Hawk Kites in Nags Head Time Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM
Enjoy this years activities (subject to change): Event T-Shirt Tie Dye Station, Watermelon-themed Competitions, Watermelon Bowling, Arts and Crafts, Splash Blast, Tiki Toss, Nature Out Loud Interactive Music Performance, Native American Jewelry Making Lessons, Face Painting, Caricatures, Drum Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Muse Art Bus, Food Truck! More Information...

The Lost Colony


Location Waterside Theatre, Manteo, NC Time Starts: 7:45 p.m.
The 2024 Season of The Lost Colony begins May 30th, 2024. An experience not to be missed! The Lost Colony offers a refreshed production of Paul Green's original symphonic drama. Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Set on the soundfront on Roanoke Island, enjoy this 87 year-old musical under the stars. More Information. ...

OBX Pirate Festival


Location Nags Head - Kitty Hawk Kites
Ahoy Mateys! Get ready for a swashbucklin’ good time as Kitty Hawk Kites hosts the Outer Banks Pirate Festival. Pirates of Blackbeard’s Crew and mateys will be camped out at Kitty Hawk Kites in Nags Head. Come learn the vast history of pirates on the OBX, and participate in Scallywag School for the little ones to see if they have what it take to be a part of Blackbeards’ Crew! Learn More Here View Nags Head Rentals View All Outer Banks Rentals...

Soundside Summer Market


Location Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959 Time Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.

More information on soundside markets.

OBX Pirate Festival


Location Nags Head - Kitty Hawk Kites
Ahoy Mateys! Get ready for a swashbucklin’ good time as Kitty Hawk Kites hosts the Outer Banks Pirate Festival. Pirates of Blackbeard’s Crew and mateys will be camped out at Kitty Hawk Kites in Nags Head. Come learn the vast history of pirates on the OBX, and participate in Scallywag School for the little ones to see if they have what it take to be a part of Blackbeards’ Crew! Learn More Here View Nags Head Rentals View All Outer Banks Rentals...

Soundside Summer Market


Location Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959 Time Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.

More information on soundside markets.

Lighthouse 5K at Whalehead


Location Historic Corolla Park
Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Brindley Beach's 5K series runs every Wednesday at 8 AM beginning on May 22 and goes through September 11! More information....

Corolla Cork & Craft


Location Wednesday's, Historic Corolla Park Time Starts: 3:00 PM ‐ Ends: 7:00 PM
Corolla Cork & Craft (formerly ‘Whalehead Wednesday’) June 12th to September 11th. Every Wednesday, from 3pm-7pm Please join the Currituck County Department of Travel & Tourism every Wednesday for local wine & beer, live music and curated local craft artisans in the breathtaking and peaceful setting of Historic Corolla Park. Admission to this event is free. Beer, wine, food, and crafts will be available for purchase. You may purchase beer and wine by the glass or by the bottle. There will be no free tastings at this event. More Information...

OBX Kite Festival


Location Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head Time Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM
A regional kite festival that brings some of the nation’s best stunt kite pilots right here to our backyard. Come out and join us for two days of kite flying fun for the whole family. Enjoy massive display kites flying high, including a 100-foot octopus, 80-foot panda, and a 50-foot fish, and participate in FREE stunt and power kite lessons given by pros. On Sunday, come watch world-class displays of artistry and skill with kite flying set to music, synchronized performances, and more! More infromation...

OBX Kite Festival


Location Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head Time Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM
A regional kite festival that brings some of the nation’s best stunt kite pilots right here to our backyard. Come out and join us for two days of kite flying fun for the whole family. Enjoy massive display kites flying high, including a 100-foot octopus, 80-foot panda, and a 50-foot fish, and participate in FREE stunt and power kite lessons given by pros. On Sunday, come watch world-class displays of artistry and skill with kite flying set to music, synchronized performances, and more! More infromation...

Duck Jazz Festival


Location Duck Town Park
The Town of Duck brings jazz to the Duck Town Park annually on Columbus Day weekend. Enjoy live music from a variety of jazz performers with a full day of performances on two stages at this non-ticketed festival. Extend your Outer Banks stay to enjoy jazz-themed events and promotions taking place throughout Duck businesses and beyond. Attendees are invited to bring food, coolers, chairs, blankets and pets.  No beach umbrellas or tents are permitted at the event. The Duck Jazz Festival will be held rain or shine. Check out their video....

Duck Jazz Festival


Location Duck Town Park
The Town of Duck brings jazz to the Duck Town Park annually on Columbus Day weekend. Enjoy live music from a variety of jazz performers with a full day of performances on two stages at this non-ticketed festival. Extend your Outer Banks stay to enjoy jazz-themed events and promotions taking place throughout Duck businesses and beyond. Attendees are invited to bring food, coolers, chairs, blankets and pets.  No beach umbrellas or tents are permitted at the event. The Duck Jazz Festival will be held rain or shine. Check out their video....

Bluegrass Isalnd Festival


Location Roanoke Island Festival park, Manteo
Enjoy the sounds of bluegrass at Roanoke Island Festival Park with food, drink, and dozen's of performers on the line up! For more information click here!...

Bluegrass Isalnd Festival


Location Roanoke Island Festival park, Manteo
Enjoy the sounds of bluegrass at Roanoke Island Festival Park with food, drink, and dozen's of performers on the line up! For more information click here!...

Outer Banks Seafood Festival


Location Outer Banks Event Site, Nags Head Time Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 6:00 PM
The mission of the Outer Banks Seafood Festival is to provide a fun and educational experience promoting, honoring and celebrating our coastal seafood heritage and community. Outer Banks Seafood Festival...

Bluegrass Isalnd Festival


Location Roanoke Island Festival park, Manteo
Enjoy the sounds of bluegrass at Roanoke Island Festival Park with food, drink, and dozen's of performers on the line up! For more information click here!...

OBX Brewtag


Location Outer Banks Event Site, Nags Head
A celebration of flight and beer, OBX Brewtag contestants will be competing to see who can launch and fly an empty 1/6 keg barrel the furthest. Want to compete? The sky’s the limit as to how creative your homemade flying contraption can be! Individuals and teams are welcome.  ...

Outer Banks Marathon


Location Wright Brothers Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site Time Starts: 7:30 a.m.
Outer Banks Marathon weekend November 8-10, 2024. Events scheduled throughout the weekend. 5k, 8k, and Fun Run on Saturday November 9th.  Marathon and Half marathon on November 10th.  Complete event details online at Outer Banks Sporting Events....

Outer Banks Marathon


Location Wright Brothers Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site Time Starts: 7:00 a.m.
Outer Banks Marathon weekend November 8-10, 2024. Events scheduled throughout the weekend. 5k, 8k, and Fun Run on Saturday November 9th.  Marathon and Half marathon on November 10th.  Complete event details online at Outer Banks Sporting Events....

WinterLights


Location Elizabethan Gardens, Manteo, NC Time Starts: 6:00 p.m. ‐ Ends: 9:00 p.m.
WinterLights at Elizabethan Gardens is a holiday tradition not to be missed! Stroll along illuminated garden walks and discover the joy of the season with holiday lights that transform the ten-acre gardens into an enchanted wonderland. Open events in November 17th - December 30th. For tickets and complete details visit https://www.elizabethangardens.org/winterlights....

Tipsy Turkey Beer Mile


Location Kill Devil Hills
Get your Thanksgiving off to a fun and active start with this event that combines a little fitness with a world of exceptional brews. More information...

Hanging with Santa & Kites with Lights


Location Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head
Come spread the holiday cheer with Kitty Hawk Kites and the Jockey’s Ridge Crossing crew. Free visit and pictures with Santa, cocoa and cookies, and a light show with kites on Jockey’s Ridge are just a few of the fun and festive things going on. More information Friday, November 24 8:00 AM   |   Store opens 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM  |   Pictures with Santa Saturday, November 25 9:00 AM   |   Store opens 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM   |   Pictures with Santa  ...

Hanging with Santa & Kites with Lights


Location Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head
Come spread the holiday cheer with Kitty Hawk Kites and the Jockey’s Ridge Crossing crew. Free visit and pictures with Santa, cocoa and cookies, and a light show with kites on Jockey’s Ridge are just a few of the fun and festive things going on. More information Friday, November 24 8:00 AM   |   Store opens 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM  |   Pictures with Santa Saturday, November 25 9:00 AM   |   Store opens 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM   |   Pictures with Santa  ...
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