Outer Banks 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.

Oct 09

Oink N' Oyster Roast

Location: Long Boards Island Grill, Kitty Hawk
Start Date: 10/09/2021 | End Date: 10/09/2021
Start Time: 11:00 pm | End Time: 1:00 pm

Saddle Up to a hearty plate of Eastern North Carolina's favorite fare at the annual Oink N' Oyster Roast. More Information
Oct 16

2021 Outer Banks Seafood Festival

Location: Nags Head
Start Date: 10/16/2021 | End Date:
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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
Oct 21

Bluegrass Island Festival 2021

Location: Roanoke Island Festival Park
Start Date: 10/21/2021 | End Date: 10/23/2021
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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!
Oct 23

OBX Brewtag 2021 *Canceled for 2021*

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Start Date: 10/23/2021 | End Date:
Start Time: 12 PM | End Time: 6 PM

A celebration of flight and beer, OBX Brewtäg is modeled after the whimsical and entertaining Red Bull Flutag, translated to “flying day” in German. With OBX Brewtag, the general premise is the same, although rather than human-powered flying machines, Brewtag contestants will be competing to see who can launch and fly an empty 1/6 keg barrel the furthest.

The cost to compete at OBX Brewtag is only $50 and the sky’s the limit as to how creative your homemade flying contraption can be! Individuals and teams are welcome.

A rather crafty selection of local and regional beer and food will be available for purchase that day. This family-friendly event will also feature plenty of activities for the kiddos!

Find out more info here.
Nov 05

Flying Falcon Road Race

Location: Southern Shores
Start Date: 11/05/2021 | End Date: 11/05/2021
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Get a head start to your fall fun with this lightly competitive road race that is open to active visitors of all ages. Hosted by the Kitty Hawk Elementary School, the Flying Falcon Road Race is a great way for residents and vacationers to get into the local spirit while cruising through some of the more scenic sections of the central Outer Banks. More Information
Nov 24

Tipsy Turkey Beer Mile

Location: Kill Devil Hills
Start Date: 11/24/2021 | End Date: 11/24/2021
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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
Nov 25

Annual ADVICE 5K Turkey Trot

Location: Duck
Start Date: 11/25/2021 | End Date: 11/25/2021
Start Time: 9:00 am | End Time: 12:00 pm

Start a Thanksgiving holiday by participating in one of the Northern Outer Banks’ favorite traditions – the Annual ADVICE 5K Turkey Trot. This event which is now in its 25th year in 2020 attracts visitors and locals alike who want to run, walk or “trot” before diving into their afternoon Thanksgiving feast. More Information
Nov 26

Hanging with Santa & Kites with Lights

Location: Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head
Start Date: 11/26/2021 | End Date: 11/27/2021
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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.

Friday, November 26

8:00 AM | Store opens

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Pictures with Santa

Saturday, November 27

9:00 AM | Store opens

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Pictures with Santa
Dec 17

Celebration Of Wright Brothers First Flight (Virtual)

Location: Wright Brothers Memorial, Kill Devil Hills.
Start Date: 12/17/2021 | End Date: 12/17/2021
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Enjoy an uplifting experience at the exact location where aviation was born at the annual Celebration of the Wright Brothers First Flight at the impossible-to-miss Wright Brothers Memorial in Kill Devil Hills. This day-long celebration honors the birthplace of flight, with a commemoration that coincides with the precise time that the first successful launch took place, and a wealth of activities throughout the day that will delight aviation fans of all ages. More information