Kill Devil Hills Festivals Events - 2026 Schedule

Kill Devil Hills Festivals Events - 2026 Schedule
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.  

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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Hatteras 5k Race Series in Avon
Jun 19

June 19, 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

Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

6085 - Golden Daze

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Golden Daze is a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom Nags Head rental ready for your next OBX vacation. This rental home is a true gem, offering a perfect blend...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 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...

Libby's Keep (formerly Autumn's Keep) RR...

Welcome to Libby's Keep, a luxurious oceanfront condo in Rodanthe! Enjoy stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean from your private furnished deck. The boardwalk makes getting to the beach a breeze. Store your gear under the building in your own...

  • Rodanthe
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

Tranquility

*Pets Allowed for 2026 Sit back and relax in this totally refurbished beauty of a home. Seven bedrooms and views galore make this home the jewel that it is. Located in South Nags Head far enough away from the bustle of 'town' but close enough to...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates

Since 1968, our family owned and operated company has offered families just like yours a wide selection of Outer Banks vacation rentals in beach communities and towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head and South Nags...

041 | Ruby Reef

Ruby Reef is a comfortable family beach cottage that provides the convenience of being within a short walking distance of the beach (Second St. Beach Access Approximately 560 Feet). Ideal for smaller groups, this home offers amenities usually...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Kitty Hawk Kites

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...

TALE OF THE WHALE

Overview Tale Of The Whale tells the story of memorable vacation days spent in a luxurious oceanfront retreat featuring popular amenities, spacious and well-appointed bedroom suites, and elegant coastal furnishings and decor. This...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9.5 Bathrooms
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

THE QUARTERDECK

Overview Located in the popular Pine Island subdivision of Corolla, furnished with many desirable amenities, and a short walking distance from the nearest beach access, The Quarterdeck is a great option for your next beach getaway! This...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

Bryson-Herrick

OCEANFRONT Salvo - Colony Dr. - This home is the ideal spot for your family vacation. There's something for everybody in the open-floor-plan oceanfront home. Wake up in the morning to the brilliant ocean-side sunrise. Appreciate cooking in the...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms