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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Outer Banks Scenic Byway

Take a long and lingering trip along the coastline that includes two ferries, 21 coastal villages, and miles of stunning scenery in every direction with a trip along the Outer Banks Scenic Byway. Known as one of the most beautiful stretches of...

Low Tide Bar & Grill

Low Country Seafood from the islands. North, South, East or West, our menu will satisfy any cravings you have while on your beach vacation! Let us do the cooking tonight! Reseservations and Outdoor Seating available. We’ve got something...

Pier House

Experience the charm of "The Pier House," a unique oceanfront retreat just steps away from Jennette's Pier. This spacious and inviting home is designed with relaxation and family fun in mind, boasting breathtaking ocean views and a wide array of...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
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Jolly Roger

When you first catch sight of The Jolly Roger, you might be unsure exactly what to think of it. Since its conversion from a gas station/grocery store to a restaurant in 1972, The Jolly Roger has been anything but your ordinary Outer Banks...

419 | Chappell

Canal Front-Colington Harbour. This beautifully decorated home offers ample space, decks, 2 screened porches & terrific views for your family to enjoy. Uniquely situated at the end of a wide canal this home has a 50 foot boat dock &...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Ozzie's Island Hideaway

CANALFRONT Hatteras — Island Club Ln. — Imagine the shape of things to come when you settle into the appealing OZZIE’S ISLAND HIDEAWAY, a dog-friendly octagonal two-bedroom/two-bathroom home perched on the edge of a private island. Inside...

  • Hatteras
  • 2 Bedrooms
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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...

871 | Rosa's Cantina

Beautiful décor & comfortable furnishings are all here for your family’s vacation enjoyment. A perfect choice for those seeking a very nice home w/ a close to the Beach location (approx. 260 feet to the Abalone Street Beach Access) that is...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

KINDRED SPIRIT

Overview Bid farewell to everyday stresses at this seaside retreat while discovering the endless opportunities for relaxation on the award-winning Outer Banks. A private pool with option to heat, elevator, rec room, and media room all...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs

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C Forever JC-116

Welcome to C Forever, a comfortable retreat in the Ocean Crest community of Duck. Set high on a dune, this pet-friendly home offers a relaxed space for families and their pups to enjoy time together on the Outer Banks.The home has a freshly painted...

  • Duck
  • 4 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...

Wright Time, Wright Place

Wake up to endless ocean horizons and the soothing rhythm of the surf at Wright Time, Wright Place. This stunning oceanfront retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and classic Outer Banks charm—designed for unforgettable family...

  • Kill Devil Hills
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