Kill Devil Hills History Events - 2026 Schedule

Kill Devil Hills History Events - 2026 Schedule
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.

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

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...

SEA BREEZES

Relax in a house that has something for each member of the family, including a kid's bedroom and adjoining recreation room with TV, puzzles, games, and cards. Two levels of decks offer panoramic views of the sound and spectacular sunsets and...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
6/27 - 7/4
$4,882  $5,969
$1,087 off
7/25 - 8/1
$5,425  $5,969
$544 off
8/1 - 8/8
$5,387  $5,969
$582 off
8/8 - 8/15
$4,287  $4,737
$450 off
8/22 - 8/29
$2,853  $3,433
$580 off
8/29 - 9/5
$2,709  $3,252
$543 off
9/12 - 9/19
$2,138  $2,436
$298 off
9/19 - 9/26
$2,138  $2,436
$298 off
9/26 - 10/3
$1,984  $2,255
$271 off
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...

5TH AVENUE COASTAL RETREAT

5th Avenue Coastal Retreat will be the vacation of your dreams as soon as you step into this premier oceanfront home. With limitless ocean views, you and your family will have the experience of a lifetime! Rest easy in comfortable, well-appointed...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
8/29 - 9/5
$9,033  $9,669
$636 off
9/5 - 9/12
$8,458  $8,872
$414 off
9/26 - 10/3
$6,948  $7,666
$718 off
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...

Sea Rise VNH-101A

Sea Rise is a beautiful home located in the striking Village of Nags Head. Located right near the sound, you will love the great location! There is no better way to end each day of your vacation than sitting on the deck and taking in all Nags Head...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...

447 | A View To Remember

This Spacious Home is Beautifully Furnished, Decorated, and offers a High Level of Amenities to go along with Great Views of the Wright Brother's Memorial and Horizon Views of the Ocean this vacation retreat is Conveniently Located within Easy...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

Dew Duck Inn BB-121

Welcome to Dew Duck Inn, a welcoming oceanside beach getaway offering countless amenities located in the Bayberry Bluffs community in the charming Town of Duck! This cozy oceanside cottage offers everything your family needs for a great Outer Banks...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by...

SEAHAWK

Overview Yankee practicality and southern charm infuse to bring you Seahawk, a cheerful Duck home designed to be an ideal beach retreat for any time of the year. Inviting and comfortable, this soundside escape offers refuge in one of...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
OBX Ghost Tours

OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...

Sunsets on Salvo

SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Salvo - Wind Over Waves - Unwind in the Outer Banks' most awe-inspiring vistas as the sun dips below the horizon and discover why SUNSETS ON SALVO really lives up to its name. Appreciate painless sound access, an interior designed to...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms