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 22

July 22, 2026

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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...

Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this...

DRIFT AWAY

Great location in the desirable Ocean Crest Community of Duck! Private Pool added for 2026 season! Drift Away is a spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5 bath home located just south of Duck Village only 1 mile away from the quaint town center filled with great...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
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Firehouse Boil Delivery

DIY Seafood Boil Don’t Just Make Dinner, Make An Experience! We Deliver on the Outer Banks! Same Day Delivery! Make lasting memories by doing something new with friends and family. Why wait in line at a grocery store or restaurant? Our Low...

The Little Wren

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Come to the north end of Duck for a peaceful week at the beach. The Little Wren (formerly Creola) is a semi-oceanfront cottage that offers the grace and...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Bob's Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Welcome to Bob’s Wild Horse Adventure Tours, Corolla’s #1 source for family fun since 1996 and voted Best Wild Horse Tour in the Reader's Choice BEST of OBX contest! We offer guided tours to see the Corolla Wild Horses in several ways...

SUNNY OUTLOOK

Overview New to the Carolina Designs program for 2026!Sunny Outlook is a soundfront vacation home in the Currituck Club, and is sure to offer breathtaking views throughout the day and into the sunset hours. Its immediate waterfront...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 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...

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Come and enjoy this luxurious condo for all seasons. With community amenities such as indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, kids spray area, on-site gym, and oceanfront gazebos; there is something for the whole family. Bring the family down for a...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
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Carolina Designs Realty

Plan your Outer Banks vacation with Carolina Designs! Browse our inventory of 350+ select Outer Banks vacation rentals located in the towns of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. Book online anytime, or reach...

Ocean Paradise

Ocean Paradise offers a truly luxurious, grand-scale beachside experience with eight bedrooms, including five with Private Bathrooms, and generous sleeping arrangements like four kings and four queens. This grand home boasts unobstructed ocean...

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Paradise Fun Park

Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...

K9043 A Million Dreams 9 Bedroom at Soun...

Welcome to A Million Dreams at Corolla Bay by KEES Vacations! Experience an unforgettable KEES OBX vacation soundfront and up close to some of the best sunsets your eyes have seen! This home boasts 9-bedrooms, a private heated pool, and an elevator...

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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...

Beachcomber

Located just one lot away from the boardwalk beach access, Beachcomber is a family-friendly 5 bedroom home located in the popular Outer Banks community of Whalehead Beach in Corolla, NC. Nestled on the northern beaches, Beachcomber offers wonderful...

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