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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The Freedom 5k
Jul 3

July 3, 2026

Join us Friday, July 3rd, 2026 for the SUN Realty Freedom 5k/1 Mile - 7:30 AM and Little Sparkler 1/4 Mile Fun Run - 8:10 AM!

Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station

The Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station is one of Rodanthe's greatest treasures. This historical lifesaving station has been a popular attraction for Hatteras Island visitors for decades, and stands on the very edge of the small town of Rodanthe. Over...

Sandy Paws

"Sandy Paws" is sure to be a favorite for your annual OBX vacation!  Sandy Paws features a great semi-oceanfront locations with great sunrise views.  There is a refreshing private pool that will please everyone!  The home features a family...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Corolla Wild Horse Tours

Corolla Wild Horse Tours knowledgeable guides will ensure you and your family have a great wild horse tour! Along the way the guides will stop and point out interesting sites and local history and details of the Corolla Wild Horses history. Be sure...

Pixie's Place HOB-9321

Welcome to Pixie’s Place, a classic oceanfront retreat where coastal charm meets thoughtful modern updates. This 5 bedroom, 3 bath home offers plenty of space for families to spread out, relax, and enjoy everything the Outer Banks has to...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Twiddy & Company

Twiddy & Company is here to provide all the help and southern hospitality you've come to anticipate when planning your beach vacation. We invite you to let us share our unique understanding of this coastal landscape; unlike any place in the...

OBX Getaway, Unit #109

Located in Hatteras Village | 1 Bedroom | 1 Full BathroomWelcome to OBX Getaway at the Villas of Hatteras Landing, your peaceful getaway in Hatteras Village! Located at the very end of Hatteras Island, this striking corner condo offers a true taste...

  • Hatteras
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
Salt Coast Outfitters

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...

Play On

Located in Corolla / 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half Bathroom"Play On" will serve up a comfortable vacation for your entire family, colorfully decorated with all the amenities of home! This home is close to the Currituck Sound, Soundside...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

Group Therapy

Located in Southern Shores / 7 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 2 Half BathroomsConstructed in 2014, this home offers everything your family will want for your next Outer Banks get-away! Located in the community of Southern Shores on the Oceanside this...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Jockey's Ridge State Park

Jockey's Ridge State Park is an unmistakable landmark for Nags Head vacationers and virtually everyone passing through along the main beach bypass, US 158. This park is marked by its towering sand dunes, which reach 80' - 100' feet tall and look...

Worth The Wait

OCEANFRONT Hatteras – South Beach Dr. – New for 2026! – If you've been holding out for a vacation home that checks every box, your patience has officially paid off. Welcome to WORTH THE WAIT, a spectacular seven-bedroom/eight-and-a-half-bath...

  • Hatteras
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...

K9062 Stardust Pines 4 Bedroom Home in V...

Welcome to Stardust Pines by KEES Vacations! Located in the highly sought-after Corolla Villages of Ocean Hill community, this 4-bed, 3.5-bath home is guaranteed to provide the greatest Outer Banks vacation. If you stay here, you will never run out...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms