Hatteras Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule

Hatteras Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of September 14, 2026 - September 20, 2026
Friday, September 18th - Saturday, September 19th
Hatteras

Come celebrate the history and culture of Hatteras Island’s working watermen at this annual event in the heart of Hatteras Village that has become a tradition for fall visitors and locals alike. Day at the Dock takes place along the waterfront that’s adjacent to the village marinas, and is a delightful combination of fresh seafood and good eats, live demonstrations, working commercial fishing boats, live music, kids activities, and more, and is a true and authentic sample of what life on Hatteras Island is all about.

Week of December 7, 2026 - December 13, 2026
Saturday, December 12th
Hatteras

Join in the fun of one of the most festive celebrations on Hatteras Island with this annual Christmas parade that has become a decades-long tradition for locals and holiday visitors alike. The Hatteras Island Christmas Parade combines local businesses, fire departments, the US Coast Guard, and non-profit organizations in a joyful and small-town parade that will inspire anyone to get into the holiday spirit.

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Lighthouse 5K Series
Jul 15

July 15, 2026

(+ more dates)

Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead...

H2OBX Waterpark

YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...

Howdy Hideaway

Located in Corolla/ 8 Bedrooms / 6 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomThis Magnificent Corolla vacation home awaits you and your family, complete with a private pool, hot tub, elevator and it's dog friendly! Lots of deck space to relax and appreciate...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

Kilmarlic Bubba Watson

Guests staying Memorial Day - Labor Day at Kilmarlic Cottages will enjoy the following complimentary amenities and services:Two H2OBX Waterpark General Admission Tickets per booking   (to be picked up at the clubhouse)Full privileges to Westside...

  • Powells Point
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

K0215 Beach Break at Cambridge Cove

Welcome to Beach Break at Cambridge Cove at Bermuda Bay! As you pull into the Cambridge Cove neighborhood, part of the Bermuda Bay community, you may wonder if you took a wrong turn somewhere and have ended up on a Caribbean Island. The vibrant hues...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Coastal Home OBX

Distinctive, Authentic, Affordable Coastal Furniture & Design. Beach Living Furniture Line • Largest In-Stock Furniture Warehouse on the OBX • Professional Design Services. Transform your home—visit our showroom in Kill Devil...

Beacon Hill 38-CL

Beacon Hill, a gorgeous six-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom vacation home in Corolla Light, will take your breath away with its amenities and its location. Fabulous views of the sound, a large recreation room with a pool table, wet bar, spacious...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Cosmo's Pizzeria Southern Shores

If you're searching for great pizza on the Outer Banks, look no further than Cosmo's Pizzeria at The Marketplace in Southern Shores! We offer authentic New York-style pizza made fresh and just the way you like, using only the highest quality...

Chicken By the Sea

OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Hatteras Landing - Your heart will skip a beat when you first set your eyes on CHICKEN BY THE SEA, a majestic four-level, 6,150 square foot home on the edge of the Atlantic. Capturing a casual ambiance of carefree luxury...

  • Hatteras
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 27 years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

THE ACE

Fabulous location. Just across the street from the beach access. Your family will want to rent this semi-oceanfront home every year. Make memories and keep family traditions alive in this wonderful summer retreat.Level 1:Dry entry. Storage area, 2...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
8/30 - 9/6
$2,318  $2,632
$314 off
9/6 - 9/13
$2,174  $2,444
$270 off
9/13 - 9/20
$1,959  $2,165
$206 off
9/20 - 9/27
$1,959  $2,165
$206 off
ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals

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...

TAR VALIER

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Welcome to Tar-ValierA beautiful oceanside, dog-friendly, property with a fenced yard and tons of extras for the people too! Enjoy the convenience of...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14