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 30th year in 2026 attracts visitors and locals alike who want to run, walk or “trot” before diving into their afternoon Thanksgiving feast.
Here is a list of some of our favorite beach toys for kiddos. We gravitate to unique, high-quality toys that inspire creativity. Some of these toys are classics, and some add a twist.
Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...
Sandpiper's Run is a lovely Kitty Hawk vacation home that provides everything for your family to enjoy. Located only two lots back from the ocean with easy access to the beach (approximately 250 yards to Beach Access at E. Eckner Street) this is...
- Kitty Hawk
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...
BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Beachin’ It is your ultimate Corolla vacation home! Located in the Whalehead Beach community, the 4 bed, 3 bath...
- Corolla
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...
Welcome to your vacation getaway! Step into spacious beach living with your own outdoor paradise. Lounge by your private salt water pool or unwind in the hot tub. Test your outdoor competitive streak in volleyball or horseshoes, shoot a game of pool...
- Southern Shores
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals provides our communities and our visitors with fun, safe and convenient access to innovative transportation while providing an unparalleled customer experience. Don’t carry all of your beach gear...
Located in Rodanthe / 8 Bedrooms / 8 Full Bathrooms / 2 Half BathsOCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Hatteras Island Estates. This rental home will not only impress you and your family, but you will quickly come to realize that BLUE OCEAN VIEWS provides all you...
- Rodanthe
- 8 Bedrooms
- 8 Bathrooms
Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...
OCEANSIDE Hatteras — Sand Rd. — Not only do you have a clear view of the ocean from SEE BLUE SEA, but beautiful sound vistas enhance the experience of staying in this beautiful three-bedroom/two-full- and one-half-bath home located just a short...
- Hatteras
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...
Wow, a great 7 bedroom oceanfront property with private pool, kiddie pool, hot tub, and a full-size pool table inside! Keg's is a fabulous Outer Banks oceanfront resort, designed specifically for the comfort of families. Your loved ones will flip...
- Nags Head
- 7 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 20
Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...
Treat your family to a classic Outer Banks vacation in this lovely South Nags Head vacation home located in popular South Creek Acres. You'll enjoy plenty of privacy in this thoughtfully designed multi-level home that offers Private Swimming Pool...
- Nags Head
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10