Kill Devil Hills History Events - 2026 Schedule

Kill Devil Hills History Events - 2026 Schedule
This Week
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.

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 15

July 15, 2026

(+ more dates)

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...

The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

1408 - Sea of Dreams

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: New twin mattresses for twin bedroom and new TVs. Your dreams to rest and relax by the sea are sure to come true when you choose...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Black Pelican

Black Pelican oceanfront restaurant is one of the Outer Banks’ premier restaurants serving lunch and dinner daily. Black Pelican is where you can enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches and some of the barrier island’s...

SPLASH INN

If your ideal vacation spot is a home that “has it all” then look no further! Splash Inn is ready for your good times! With 8 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, straight shot to ocean, huge 11 x 24 pool, hot tub, game room equipped with full sized...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
8/23 - 8/30
$3,275  $4,076
$801 off
8/30 - 9/6
$2,980  $3,555
$575 off
9/6 - 9/13
$2,801  $3,294
$493 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,660  $2,942
$282 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,660  $2,942
$282 off
9/27 - 10/4
$2,660  $2,942
$282 off
10/4 - 10/11
$2,660  $2,942
$282 off
10/11 - 10/18
$2,801  $2,942
$141 off
10/18 - 10/25
$2,329  $2,420
$91 off
10/25 - 11/1
$2,329  $2,420
$91 off
11/1 - 11/8
$2,178  $2,270
$92 off
11/8 - 11/15
$2,231  $2,270
$39 off
Gray's

Gray’s Outer Banks Lifestyle Clothing Company offers the absolute best in Outer Banks T-shirts and Sweatshirts including Champion, Under Armour with "Outer Banks” and Gear! We carry quality fashions and accessories for the whole family...

Down By The Seaside KSD-12

Down By the Seaside on beautiful Hatteras Island is just 3 lots from the beach, boasting breathtaking ocean views. You and your family can spend your days enjoying the beach, just a short walk away via the convenient community boardwalk access. The...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Surf Side Hotel

Our oceanfront hotel rooms in Nags Head, North Carolina provide the absolute best views of the Atlantic Ocean! In addition to the gorgeous view, we also offer a great selection of amenities to our guests, including hot tubs, indoor and outdoor...

061 | E Z Livin

E Z Livin is a classic Outer Banks Oasis located in the Avalon Beach area that provides relaxing ambiance and modern style. This beautifully decorated oceanside home is bright and open with a reverse floor plan that provides natural light...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
7/18 - 7/24
$2,795  $2,995
$200 off
The Christmas Shop

Discover gifts, garlands and glittering lights galore. Looking for a trinket for someone who has everything? Choose ornaments for every hobby, occupation, occasion or enthusiast; from the fisherman or Disney lover; dancer or photographer. Throughout...

Saunders, R & K 431

Saunders, R and K is a lovely, well-maintained, oceanside home, conveniently located at milepost 10.5 in Nags Head. Only a short distance to the beach access and an easy walk to dining, shopping and local art galleries, this home is in the perfect...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...

1398 - Decked Out

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Decked Out, where your Corolla vacation is sure to be spectacular. This 7 bedroom, 6 bathroom home is located in the Whalehead Beach...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

Stargazer HLW-5

Stargazer welcomes you to beautiful Hatteras Village. This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath is the perfect spot to make vacation memories that will last a lifetime! Relax in the bright, open, and inviting top level living area. Step out onto the deck and take in...

  • Hatteras
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms