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
Aug 4

August 4, 2026

(+ more dates)

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...

Twiddy Wedding Homes

Celebrate your love in a place you love! Twiddy & Company has a wide variety of wedding homes located throughout the Outer Banks. Find the perfect special event home for your Outer Banks wedding, whether you're planning an intimate elopement or...

K0321 Diamond Drift 3 Bedroom Premium Co...

Welcome to Diamond Drift at Hamilton Cay Reserve by KEES Vacations! Diamond Drift is the winner of the 2025 Outer Banks Parade of Home's People's Choice Award, Judge's Award, and Best Deck & View Award! Escape to Hamilton Cay Reserve, a premier...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

Desi's Delight

Desi’s Delight – A Serene Coastal Escape Just two lots from the ocean, Desi’s Delight offers the perfect setting for your Outer Banks getaway. Nestled on a spacious corner lot with beautiful ocean views and effortless beach access, this...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear and resort wear. Get all your souvenirs, suntan lotions...

Life of Reilly

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 6 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomLive the Life of Reilly in this lavish 6 bedroom Oceanfront home with a private pool, in one of the most sought after communities in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Treat...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Coastal Smoothie Cafe

Coastal Smoothie is a beloved local spot for refreshing, feel-good treats. Tucked into this charming seaside town, it serves up vibrant, made-to-order smoothies bursting with tropical flavors and fresh ingredients. It’s the perfect pick-me-up...

Daydream Believer, FKA Blue Ocean Views

New Name - Same House! Now Daydream BelieverLocated in Rodanthe / 8 Bedrooms / 8 Full Bathrooms / 2 Half BathsOCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Hatteras Island Estates. This rental home will not only impress you and your family, but you will quickly come to...

  • Rodanthe
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Bonner Bridge Pier

Opened in 2021, the Bonner Pier is one of the more unique piers along the Outer Banks, as the 1,000-ft. long concrete structure was once the southern terminal of the original Bonner Bridge. Once the bridge was replaced by the new Basnight Bridge, a...

HAPPY AS CLAMS

Discover HAPPY AS CLAMS in Corolla—a Carolina Designs oceanfront vacation rental where 6 bedrooms, elevator access, and a private pool create the perfect OBX retreat in Ocean Sands Section D. With the Atlantic at your doorstep and premium...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



PELICAN COVE

Carolina Designs invites you to PELICAN COVE, a Duck retreat with 7 bedrooms, private pool, and hot tub just 321 yards from beach access. This oceanside vacation home in the sought-after Duck Landing community combines classic coastal design with...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

Soggy Dollar

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon – Ocean View Drive – Kinnakeet Shores – Formerly Checkmate - A calming and fun vacation is the name of the game at SOGGY DOLLAR, a six-bedroom/five- and one-half bath home. Strategically placed in the heart of Avon, you...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms