Kill Devil Hills History Events - 2026 Schedule

Kill Devil Hills History 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 July 13, 2026 - July 19, 2026
Friday, July 17th - Saturday, July 18th
Kill Devil Hills

Now celebrating its 47th year, the Wright Kite Festival is a celebration of aviation that takes place where flight began – the Wright Brothers Memorial. Walk through the sprawling grounds of the museum and gain a little knowledge of the birthplace of aviation and then put this knowledge to the test outside with Kitty Hawk Kites. Large kites will be on display throughout the weekend, joining in the sky with the Wright Memorial!

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 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.

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

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Sound Escape 135-B

If you are looking to escape from all the hustle and bustle of everyday life then Sound Escape is the place for you! Bright and beautifully decorated, this vacation home is tucked away in a desired neighborhood, Snow Geese. Located in the heart of...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

7621 - Hatteras Bound

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! An oceanfront Hatteras Island escape awaits at Hatteras Bound. Located in Avon, this spacious Outer Banks rental features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms...

  • Avon
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Coastal Smoothie Cafe

At Coastal Smoothie Cafe, we have created a menu and atmosphere that is designed to be as unique as the northern shores of the Outer Banks. Our creations utilize fresh local produce when possible. There is nothing better than local NC strawberries...

Nonnie and T's

NEW! 7 Day/6 Night Stays, with very early check-in and a later departure! Check-in at 10am on Saturday and Check-out at noon on Friday. That's 8 additional hours! You're not losing a day at the beach, just one less night you can use to beat the...

  • Southern Shores
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Cosmo's Pizzeria in Corolla

Best Pizza in in Corolla since 1995! Cosmo’s Pizzeria has continued to be a family favorite on the northern Outer Banks for over 15 years. Outdoor dining, full bar, and specialty menu (including gluten-free pizza) are a few of our many...

Happy Ours SWB-35

Happy Ours is a lovely, oceanside home in the off-road area of Carova, with 6 bedrooms (3 of which are en suites with private baths). Enjoy unobstructed ocean views from just about everywhere in this beautifully designed vacation rental. Take an...

  • Carova
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Mike Dianna's Grill Room

Welcome to Mike Dianna's Grill Room, home to the finest seafood, USDA prime beef, amazing live entertainment and more! Come have brunch or dinner with us in Corolla on the beautiful Outer Banks. Celebrating over 20 years in the Timbuck II Shopping...

1325 - Whale of Fortune

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Whale of Fortune! With 6 bedrooms, 5 baths, and great amenities, everyone will be pleased on your Outer Banks vacation! This...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
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Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

K0412 Just Peachy at Devonshire Place

Welcome to Just Peachy at Devonshire Place! As you drive into the Devonshire Place 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 of the...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

859 | Mt. Hope South

New Living Room furnishings, new flooring in living areas, new exterior paint coming for the 2026 season! This cozy Outer Banks cottage offers an ideal location that affords easy access the Beach (approximately 100 feet to Indigo Street Beach...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8