• Wednesday, July 24th - Saturday, July 27th

Join in the fun of one of the summer’s most highly anticipated fishing tournaments while supporting a wonderful local cause by signing up for the Carolina Boat Builders Tournament. Held during the end of July – which is a prime time of year for exceptional fishing – this tournament which celebrates its 21st year in 2024 combines multiple days of angling action with some exceptional events that highlight the best of the Outer Banks.

The event kicks off on Wednesday, and after each full day of fishing, participants are treated to a few after-hours activities that highlight the unique local flavors of coastal North Carolina. Wednesday night features a dinner supplied by the event’s sponsor, while Thursday and Friday nights boast fantastic receptions, while the last night of the tournament features an awards dinner banquet that will leave everyone satisfied. Prizes are granted for multiple levels, and can be thousands of dollars for the top anglers, and all proceeds go to benefit a wholly deserving and local cause – the Dare County Boat Builders Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to preserving Dare County's boat building heritage through educational programs and scholarships. All in all, this tournament is a truly fantastic way to celebrate the fishing and boating lifestyle on the Outer Banks.

TRiO Restaurant & Market

TRiO Restaurant & Market

Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of wine, beer and cheese for your enjoyment on premise or in the comfort of your home. TRiO's bistro is elegant and comfortable, with a large bar and two-story dining and bar area. The gourmet bistro menu of appetizers, and light fare such as cheese and charcuterie, paninis and salads make TRiO a wonderful lunch and dinner restaurant. Unique and high-tech self service WineStations are available in the downstairs bar area, where you can sample full, half and tastes of wines of all regions at varying price ranges. If you prefer beer, you can select from 24 beers on tap or try a TRiO Flight and sample a taste of four beers. In the upstairs mezzanine, which is part of the bistro, you'll find comfortable lounge seating and a free pool table.