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.
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.
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.
October 17, 2026
The Outer Banks Seafood Festival is rapidly becoming one of the highlights of the fall season, with plenty of fresh seafood, storytelling, and activities to keep everyone fully entertained. This all-day event takes place at the waterfront Event Site...
Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...
Plan your Outer Banks stay at THE KITE SURFER: this Carolina Designs oceanfront home in Nags Head pairs eight bedroom suites, each with a private bath, with a 24 x 12 private pool, hot tub, oceanfront media room, and a rec room with pool table...
- Nags Head
- 8 Bedrooms
- 9.5 Bathrooms
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...
Located on a Private Oceanside Street, Direct Beach Access, No Roads to Cross, and brings all the benefits of the South Nags Head tranquil environment. Only one house between property and the beach. This Lovely Cottage has a Partial Ocean View, is...
- Nags Head
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1.5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 7
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...
Need your own piece of paradise? Your search is over with this picture-perfect Southern Shores home located across the street from the calming waters of the Atlantic Ocean. So close to the ocean you can smell the salty air and hear the waves...
- Southern Shores
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
We offer one of a kind SALT COAST OUTFITTERS brand name tees, long sleeves, performance gear, Yeti tumblers, caps, eyeglasses, and more! Browse the fullest collection of coastal lifestyle clothing on the beach. Featuring a sizable selection of brand...
Discover WHALEHEAD SUNRISE in Corolla, a Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental where sunrise over the Atlantic is your daily view. This oceanfront Outer Banks home offers seven bedrooms, six full baths, a private pool and hot tub, and a private...
- Corolla
- 7 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...
BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! If you are searching for an ideal vacation home which will melt away your stress, and which your family will love...
- Nags Head
- 8 Bedrooms
- 8.5 Bathrooms
Sound Feet Shoes is family owned and operated. Sound Feet has been in the retail shoe business for over 72 years, opening their first store in 1953. They provide the best customer service and are the only Outer Banks’ area full service shoe...
Discover THE SANDLOT in Duck, a Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental where 4,200 square feet of living space, eight bedrooms, and a private saltwater pool with poolside hot tub set the stage for a memorable Outer Banks getaway. Just 290 yards...
- Duck
- 8 Bedrooms
- 8 Bathrooms
Southern Shores Realty offers over 350 Outer Banks rentals from Corolla to S. Nags Head. We've been an Outer Banks tradition since 1947, providing families just like yours with memories that last a lifetime. Take a moment to search...
Improvements for 2026: New carpet throughout and remodeled bathrooms.Outstanding Semi-Oceanfront Home featuring Wonderful Ocean Views, Private Swimming Pool, and Excellent Access to the Beach (75 Ft. Across Beach Road)! This home is spacious and...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10