Week of August 17, 2026 - August 23, 2026
Wednesday, August 19th
Kill Devil Hills

First proclaimed on August 19, 1939, by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, National Aviation Day is a celebration of Orville Wright’s birth date, and is a fun-filled event at the Wright Brothers National Memorial that visitors of all ages will enjoy.  

Week of October 5, 2026 - October 11, 2026
Thursday, October 8th - Saturday, October 10th 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Kill Devil Hills

The Outer Banks Parade of Homes offers visitors a rare opportunity to step inside some of the most stunning homes on the OBX while exploring the latest trends in coastal architecture, interior design, landscaping, and custom homebuilding. Hosted by the Outer Banks Home Builders Association, the annual event showcases a collection of newly built and professionally designed homes located throughout the Outer Banks.

Week of November 23, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Wednesday, November 25th 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Kill Devil Hills

Get your Thanksgiving off to a fun and active start with this event that combines a little fitness with a world of exceptional brews. The Tipsy Turkey Beer Mile is a great Wednesday precursor to the Thanksgiving Day feast, and it entails a drink-and-run course that beer lovers and runners alike will enjoy to the fullest.

Week of December 14, 2026 - December 20, 2026
Thursday, December 17th
Kill Devil Hills

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.

Week of April 26, 2027 - May 2, 2027
Friday, April 30th - Saturday, May 1st
Kill Devil Hills

Automobile enthusiasts can meet and greet with fellow aficionados while exploring some of the most stunning coastlines that North Carolina has to offer at this two-day festival that features a wide array of ways to have fun. The OBX Rod And Custom Festival is a special celebration of vintage and antique cars that will boast a host of family-friendly activities, from local food, to cruise-ins, to displays that will impress car fans of all tastes and ages.

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Lighthouse 5K Series
Jul 29

July 29, 2026

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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...

Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...

353 | No Sniveling

OUTSTANDING NAGS HEAD BEACH COTTAGE! Great location & just steps to the Beach (approx. 150 Ft. to Beach). Traditional Nags Head Style Beach Cottage located just one house back from the Beach w/Direct Ocean Access w/Dune Crossover, Excellent...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge...

Happy Hours

Located in Corolla / 8 Bedrooms / 7 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomAccessible by 4 x 4 car only! Take the road less traveled and vacation at this coastal hideaway!  Cavernous and well-equipped, this home is ideal for families and four legged...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Southern Shores Realty

Southern Shores Realty offers over 350 Outer Banks rentals from Corolla to S. Nags Head.  We've been an Outer Banks tradition since 1947, providing families just like yours with memories that last a lifetime.  Take a moment to search...

Let It Be

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.“Let It Be” is all about the views at this traditional semi-oceanfront home in Duck! Located right beside federal land, the key to this house is...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

Spoiled Spouse 517

Nestled in the peaceful setting of South Nags Head, Spoiled Spouse is an oceanfront retreat made for easy coastal living, with beautiful views, direct beach access, and plenty of space to unwind.Exciting updates are underway for 2027, including a...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 34-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...

Brightwaters

Located in Rodanthe | 5 Bedrooms | 3 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half BathroomWelcome to Brightwaters, your coastal getaway just 4 tons from the ocean. This appealing 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is the ideal spot to relax and soak in the beach vibes. It's...

  • Rodanthe
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Resort Realty

For more than 39 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 600 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite 20-bedroom...

Heezen HOB-5816

Looking for a spacious vacation home that’s pet friendly, offers a panoramic view of the ocean, and has private beach access? Then breeze into Heezen today! Located in South Nags Head, this oceanfront property offers peace and quiet from the noisy...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Beach Realty and Construction

Over 450 Outer Banks vacation rentals with amenities such as private pools, hot tubs, elevators, keyless entry, 1 - 9 bedrooms, Oceanfront to Soundfront, 4x4 Carova...

Top O' The Dune HKN-S

Located on the renowned wide beaches in the center of Nags Head, you are certain to find all the amenities to make your beach vacation everything you dreamed it could be at Top 'O The Dune. Your en suite deck, overlooking the ocean, is a perfect...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms