Hatteras Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule

Hatteras Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of June 29, 2026 - July 5, 2026
Thursday, July 2nd 6:00 PM
Hatteras

Celebrating its 13th year in 2026, the Hatteras Village Golf Cart Parade is quickly becoming a favorite Independence Day celebration for Hatteras Island visitors and locals alike. Launched in 2013 as a fundraiser for the Hatteras Island Cancer Foundation with less than a dozen golf cart participants, today the event features more than 50 or 60  golf carts of all styles, decked out in purely fun and patriotic themes.

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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Hatteras 5k Race Series in Avon
Jun 26

June 26, 2026

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Run Hatteras Summer 5k/1 Mile Race Series 2026 AVON, NC. 8 AM Friday Mornings Summer 2026 in Kinnakeet Shores. New this year: Join us for a shorter distance on the out and back 1 Mile course

Coastal Home OBX

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Grand Mariner 430-B

Grand Mariner is a custom-built home with all the luxurious features that define the Outer Banks vacation experience. Enjoy ocean and sound views from top and mid level decks. Relax on 2 covered decks or lounge by your 14’x24’ private pool...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

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Gone With The Wind

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  • 3 Bathrooms
Poke Box

PokeBox offers fresh, quick, simple, healthy poke bowls in Nags Head. Choose your items and build your bowl. Tuna, salmon, chicken, steak, shrimp and tofu options available. Mix in your favorite veggies, sauces and toppings for the perfect poke...

Pelican's Watch

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  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

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...

SHORE THING

Your Perfect Beach Escape—Where Comfort Meets Coastal Fun! ???? This stunning, spacious beach house has everything you need for an unforgettable Outer Banks getaway. Just 25 yards from the sand, you’ll enjoy sweeping ocean views and super easy...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
8/23 - 8/30
$5,346  $5,872
$526 off
8/30 - 9/6
$4,362  $4,778
$416 off
9/6 - 9/13
$4,005  $4,394
$389 off
9/13 - 9/20
$3,576  $3,926
$350 off
9/20 - 9/27
$3,586  $3,926
$340 off
9/27 - 10/4
$3,586  $3,926
$340 off
10/4 - 10/11
$3,586  $3,926
$340 off
10/18 - 10/25
$3,829  $3,926
$97 off
12/27 - 1/3
$3,619  $3,775
$156 off
Surf Side Hotel

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Island Girl

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Sun Realty

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Serendipity

Serendipity is the perfect home for all seasons. Enjoy your days gazing at the spectacular ocean view and soaking up the rays from the top deck crow’s nest. After a long day at the beach, it's just a few steps to the cottage for an evening of...

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  • 2 Bathrooms
Jumpmasters OBX

Now with Axe Throwing! Jumpmasters OBX is the ultimate trampoline park on the Outer Banks with attractions the entire family will enjoy. From open jump trampolines to the dodgeball court, 3-D climbing wall, a foam pit, an epic ninja obstacle course...

1370 - Huskers Haven

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Huskers Haven! This 4-bedroom 2.5 bathroom home features everything you need and more for your next Outer Banks vacation. Huskers Haven...

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  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms