Kill Devil Hills Festivals Events - 2026 Schedule

Kill Devil Hills Festivals Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of April 27, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Friday, May 1st - Saturday, May 2nd
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.

Week of June 29, 2026 - July 5, 2026
Saturday, July 4th
Kill Devil Hills

Visitors can keep the Independence Day celebration going strong with this special fireworks display in the heart of the central Outer Banks that’s sponsored by the Town of Kill Devil Hills, and which is held at the scenic Avalon Pier.

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.  

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Educational Activities

On the Outer Banks, it's easy to throw in a little education in with a vacation filled with fun, adventures, and new explorations.

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...

Sand Palace OBX CD-103

Enjoying Sand Palace OBX is easy to do. You, your family, and guests will thoroughly appreciate all the amenities this beautiful home has to offer, including a private pool, hot tub, gas fireplace (off-season only), rec room with wet bar and...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs

Plan your Outer Banks vacation with us! Browse our inventory of 350+ premier Outer Banks vacation rentals, including houses in Duck, Corolla, Southern Shores, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, and Nags Head!

5813 - Crowe's Nest

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds!  THIS IS A PET FREE HOME. Escape to the ultimate beachside retreat at this spacious 6-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom home nestled in South Nags Head...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
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...

4611 - Prescription OBX

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Prescription OBX offers partials stays with a 3-night minimum. Please call or email to a get an accurate price quote...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
The Farmer's Daughter

Founded in 1984 on the coast of the Outer Banks, NC, Farmer’s Daughter still remains a destination for people wanting great quality, outstanding selection of unique clothing, accessories, and gifts at affordable prices. Committed to offering...

By the Sea

By the Sea is a popular oceanside vacation home in Kill Devil Hills. The spacious layout includes ten master suites with private bathrooms, and large manicured lawn. The hot tub is located on the ground level covered patio, with easy access to the...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
Outer Banks Mall

Outer Banks Mall is a large outdoor shopping center featuring everything you need for sun, fun and shopping. Located at MP 14 in Nags Head, the large shopping center features a wide variety of food & beverage providers; everything from breakfast...

A Beach Dream

OCEANFRONT Salvo - Colony Dr. - Gather the family together and treat them to a dream vacation at A BEACH DREAM. This generously sized home features impressive ocean vistas, a sizable private pool with stereo speakers, an 8-person hot tub, a...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes live music, karaoke and a DJ dance party. They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab...

BR-1 | Breakers

A great choice for that perfect Outer Banks vacation. Spend your days relaxing on the beach or lounging by the pool. Have morning coffee on the dune deck while watching the sun rise over the beautiful, blue Atlantic Ocean. This very comfortable...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Pirates Island at Corolla Light Town Center

Check out Corolla's newest 5-star attraction! Pirate-Themed 18-Hole Minature Golf Course and Arcade with waterfalls, a pirate ship, caves, skulls, and more! So much fun for the whole family! Come...

A DeWar's Dream

“A DeWar’s Dream” is beautifully decorated and thoughtfully appointed with luxurious furnishings and amenities for your family to enjoy. Great location in a small, quiet neighborhood with no traffic for walking Fido! The hot tub offers a...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 17