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.
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 ...
Mark your calendar for the Southern Shores Historic Flat Top Tour on Saturday, April 25th 2026 from 1-5PM. Tickets are now available at http://bit.ly/4lnhTab ! Hope to see you there!...
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...
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 ...
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...
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 ...
Enjoy a stroll along the Town of Duck’s soundside boardwalk to check out wildlife and local plants with an educator from the NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Although free, space is limited to 20 people. Please call 252.255.1234 or email [email protected] with the names of everyone in your party (and ages of any children) to register for a date....
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...
First Friday is a fun-filled, family-oriented event held the first Friday of each month, from 6pm to 8pm, in historic downtown Manteo. The sidewalks pulse with live music, magic, artisans, food, drinks and much more. More information....
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...
Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC
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 8 2026, 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.
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Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo, NC
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 is a free, family-friendly event that includes art activities, live music, dance performances, an artisan market, and food vendors. More Information.
Ducks Woods Country Club
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. ...
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....
Enjoy a stroll along the Town of Duck’s soundside boardwalk to check out wildlife and local plants with an educator from the NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Although free, space is limited to 20 people. Please call 252.255.1234 or email [email protected] with the names of everyone in your party (and ages of any children) to register for a date....
The Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular will be held on Thursday, May 14th-Sunday May 17th. 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...
The Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular will be held on Thursday, May 14th-Sunday May 17th. 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...
The Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular will be held on Thursday, May 14th-Sunday May 17th. 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...
Enjoy an afternoon filled with fun activities for dogs and hoomans, local vendors, and Live Music! Don’t miss your chance to take part in the hilarious Great American Bark-Off—a barking competition for all howling people. Whether you’re a dog lover, a proud pet parent, or just looking for a fun outing, Bark in the Park has something for everyone....
The Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular will be held on Thursday, May 14th-Sunday May 17th. 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...
Enjoy a stroll along the Town of Duck’s soundside boardwalk to check out wildlife and local plants with an educator from the NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Although free, space is limited to 20 people. Please call 252.255.1234 or email [email protected] with the names of everyone in your party (and ages of any children) to register for a date....
Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959
Starts: 9:00 AM ‐ Ends: 1:00 PM
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.soundsidemarket.com...
First Friday is a fun-filled, family-oriented event held the first Friday of each month, from 6pm to 8pm, in historic downtown Manteo. The sidewalks pulse with live music, magic, artisans, food, drinks and much more. More information....
Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head, NC
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...
Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head, NC
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...
Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.
The First Flight Farmers Market is held every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Aviation Park in Kill Devil Hills. This market thrives with local participants from the Outer Banks small business community. Vendors offer a wide variety of choices from fresh produce and sweet and savory treats to jewelry, paintings, woodwork, photography, candles, and bath and body items. Food trucks and live music add to the fun and festivities. Traveling with kids? Aviation Park features a skate park and playground for family to enjoy during your visit. Parking is available onsite at Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Additional parking is available across the street at First Flight High School....
Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.
The First Flight Farmers Market is held every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Aviation Park in Kill Devil Hills. This market thrives with local participants from the Outer Banks small business community. Vendors offer a wide variety of choices from fresh produce and sweet and savory treats to jewelry, paintings, woodwork, photography, candles, and bath and body items. Food trucks and live music add to the fun and festivities. Traveling with kids? Aviation Park features a skate park and playground for family to enjoy during your visit. Parking is available onsite at Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Additional parking is available across the street at First Flight High School....
Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.
The First Flight Farmers Market is held every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Aviation Park in Kill Devil Hills. This market thrives with local participants from the Outer Banks small business community. Vendors offer a wide variety of choices from fresh produce and sweet and savory treats to jewelry, paintings, woodwork, photography, candles, and bath and body items. Food trucks and live music add to the fun and festivities. Traveling with kids? Aviation Park features a skate park and playground for family to enjoy during your visit. Parking is available onsite at Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Additional parking is available across the street at First Flight High School....
First Friday is a fun-filled, family-oriented event held the first Friday of each month, from 6pm to 8pm, in historic downtown Manteo. The sidewalks pulse with live music, magic, artisans, food, drinks and much more. More information....
Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.
The First Flight Farmers Market is held every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Aviation Park in Kill Devil Hills. This market thrives with local participants from the Outer Banks small business community. Vendors offer a wide variety of choices from fresh produce and sweet and savory treats to jewelry, paintings, woodwork, photography, candles, and bath and body items. Food trucks and live music add to the fun and festivities. Traveling with kids? Aviation Park features a skate park and playground for family to enjoy during your visit. Parking is available onsite at Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Additional parking is available across the street at First Flight High School....
Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.
The First Flight Farmers Market is held every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Aviation Park in Kill Devil Hills. This market thrives with local participants from the Outer Banks small business community. Vendors offer a wide variety of choices from fresh produce and sweet and savory treats to jewelry, paintings, woodwork, photography, candles, and bath and body items. Food trucks and live music add to the fun and festivities. Traveling with kids? Aviation Park features a skate park and playground for family to enjoy during your visit. Parking is available onsite at Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Additional parking is available across the street at First Flight High School....
Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, NC
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...
Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, NC
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...
Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.
The First Flight Farmers Market is held every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Aviation Park in Kill Devil Hills. This market thrives with local participants from the Outer Banks small business community. Vendors offer a wide variety of choices from fresh produce and sweet and savory treats to jewelry, paintings, woodwork, photography, candles, and bath and body items. Food trucks and live music add to the fun and festivities. Traveling with kids? Aviation Park features a skate park and playground for family to enjoy during your visit. Parking is available onsite at Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Additional parking is available across the street at First Flight High School....
Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.
The First Flight Farmers Market is held every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Aviation Park in Kill Devil Hills. This market thrives with local participants from the Outer Banks small business community. Vendors offer a wide variety of choices from fresh produce and sweet and savory treats to jewelry, paintings, woodwork, photography, candles, and bath and body items. Food trucks and live music add to the fun and festivities. Traveling with kids? Aviation Park features a skate park and playground for family to enjoy during your visit. Parking is available onsite at Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Additional parking is available across the street at First Flight High School....
Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 1:00 p.m.
The First Flight Farmers Market is held every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Aviation Park in Kill Devil Hills. This market thrives with local participants from the Outer Banks small business community. Vendors offer a wide variety of choices from fresh produce and sweet and savory treats to jewelry, paintings, woodwork, photography, candles, and bath and body items. Food trucks and live music add to the fun and festivities. Traveling with kids? Aviation Park features a skate park and playground for family to enjoy during your visit. Parking is available onsite at Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. Additional parking is available across the street at First Flight High School....
Historic Corolla Park
Starts: 12:00 PM ‐ Ends: 8:00 PM
Please join the Currituck County Department of Travel & Tourism for local wine, beer, cocktails & crafts featuring local arts and craft vendors, live music and local food in the breathtaking and peaceful setting of Historic Corolla Park. Beer, wine, food, crafts and cocktails will be available for purchase.More Information...
Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head
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...
Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head
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...
Bringing together Jeep-minded people for fun, adventure and giving back to our beach community. The event will include a Fun Run (formerly known as Poker Run), Vendor Bingo, Show & Shine, raffles, live bands, vendors, food trucks and lots of fun! So come down and hangout at the beach for a good cause and a little bit of Jeep fun! More information....
Bringing together Jeep-minded people for fun, adventure and giving back to our beach community. The event will include a Fun Run (formerly known as Poker Run), Vendor Bingo, Show & Shine, raffles, live bands, vendors, food trucks and lots of fun! So come down and hangout at the beach for a good cause and a little bit of Jeep fun! More information....
The largest amateur surfing organization in the world hosts the season's "grand finale" where the best of the best surfers go head to head. More information.
The largest amateur surfing organization in the world hosts the season's "grand finale" where the best of the best surfers go head to head. More information.
The largest amateur surfing organization in the world hosts the season's "grand finale" where the best of the best surfers go head to head. More information.
The largest amateur surfing organization in the world hosts the season's "grand finale" where the best of the best surfers go head to head. More information.
The largest amateur surfing organization in the world hosts the season's "grand finale" where the best of the best surfers go head to head. More information.
The largest amateur surfing organization in the world hosts the season's "grand finale" where the best of the best surfers go head to head. More information.
The largest amateur surfing organization in the world hosts the season's "grand finale" where the best of the best surfers go head to head. More information.
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....
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....
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!...
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!...
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 Event Site, Nags Head
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...
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!...
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 28
8:00 AM | Store opens
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Pictures with Santa
Saturday, November 29
9:00 AM | Store opens
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Pictures with Santa
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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 28
8:00 AM | Store opens
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Pictures with Santa
Saturday, November 29
9:00 AM | Store opens
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Pictures with Santa
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