Posted on 3/10/2026 by Southern Shores Realty

Outer Banks April Events 2026

Spring is in full swing on the Outer Banks in April, bringing warmer days, ocean breezes, and a lineup of exciting events. From outdoor festivals to family-friendly fun by the beach, it’s a great time to experience the OBX. These April events are the perfect addition to your Outer Banks spring getaway.

April 3

Fly into Spring Kite Festival | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Jockey’s Ridge State Park, Nags Head, NC 27959


First Friday In Manteo | 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Downtown Manteo, Manteo, NC


April 4

Fly into Spring Kite Festival | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Jockey’s Ridge State Park, Nags Head, NC 27959


Easter EGGstravaganza | 10:30 AM – 1:15 PM

Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head, NC 27959


Eastertide in the Gardens | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Elizabethan Gardens, Manteo, NC 27959


Soundside Spring Market | 12:00 – 4:00 PM

Soundside Event Site, Nags Head, NC


April 11

Dowdy Park Winter Market 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM

Dowdy Park, Nags Head, NC


15th Annual American Indian Festival & Powwow

Manteo High School, Manteo, NC


April 12

15th Annual American Indian Festival & Powwow

Manteo High School, Manteo, NC


April 16

Wilbur Wright Day | 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Jennette’s Pier, Nags Head, NC


April 19

Surfrider Foundation Beach Clean Up | 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Jockey’s Ridge State Park

W. Soundside Road, Nags Head, NC 27959


The Lost Colony Food and Wine Culinary Festival

The Waterside Theatre, Manteo, NC


April 21

Spring Nature On the Boardwalk |6:00 - 7:30 PM

Duck Boardwalk, Duck, NC


April 24-26

Flying Pirate Half Marathon

Kill Devil Hills, NC


ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Surfing Championship

Jennette’s Pier, Nags Head, NC


April 25

The Brothers Comatose - Bluegrass Island Nights | 6:30 PM

Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC


Billie Holiday God Bless the Child | 7:00 PM

The Outer Banks Forum for the Lively Arts

First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills, NC


April 28

Spring Nature On the Boardwalk |6:00 - 7:30 PM

Duck Boardwalk, Duck, NC


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