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.

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Salvo Day Use Area

Located just South of Salvo proper, the Salvo Day Use Area provides a peaceful haven for families, beachgoers, and watersports lovers. This park offers the perfect backdrop for taking in the Outer Banks' rich history and natural beauty. Everyone may...

Wanchese Marina

Wanchese Marina offer one of the finest fleets of professional charter fishermen, charter booking service, dolphin tours, dive charters, shrimp charters and even crabbing charters. We have both diesel and non-ethanol fuel, a professional fish...

Coaches Cove

OCEANVIEW Waves - Island Pines Dr. - Bring the whole team to this roomy first-class getaway. With eight bedrooms and first-class amenities, COACHES COVE is one of Hatteras Island's biggest and brightest stars. Cool off in the private pool or relax...

  • Waves
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...

GS-301 | See Turtle's Nest-Gulf Stream C...

Welcome to See Turtle's Nest our recently renovated top-floor oceanfront unit in the Gulf Stream Condominiums. Experience breathtaking panoramic ocean views from your private residence, with two oceanfront decks to immerse yourself in refreshing...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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...

Newbern

Newbern is a pet friendly, simi-oceanfront premier retreat in the Pine Island Limited Community. Masterfully blending coastal elegance and modern luxury for an unforgettable Outer Banks vacation! Each of the eight bedrooms features a private...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
TRiO Restaurant & Market

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...

Aqua Nights

Your search is over! If you are looking for the perfect Oceanfront home, featuring unobstructed views of the Atlantic and a private walkway to the beach, you have found your match. Aqua Nights is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in South Nags Head...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
H2OBX Waterpark

YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...

Six Pack

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.You don’t have to be a Steeler’s fan to enjoy ‘Six Pack’ with your family on your Outer Banks vacation! Enjoy your own private pool with...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Resort Realty

For more than 39 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 600 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite 20-bedroom...

BO DUCK

Bo Duck is a three bedroom Outer Banks rental located in the Ocean Dunes community of the town of Duck. This home is perfect for a small family vacation and is just 85 yards from the beach access. Enjoy the sunrise from the decks or walk down to the...

  • Duck
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
5/17 - 5/24
$1,438  $1,678
$240 off
5/24 - 5/31
$1,743  $2,058
$315 off
6/14 - 6/21
$2,616  $3,058
$442 off
7/12 - 7/19
$2,809  $3,341
$532 off
7/19 - 7/26
$2,912  $3,341
$429 off
8/2 - 8/9
$2,973  $3,341
$368 off
8/9 - 8/16
$2,592  $2,826
$234 off
8/23 - 8/30
$2,062  $2,341
$279 off
8/30 - 9/6
$1,833  $2,058
$225 off
9/6 - 9/13
$1,770  $1,914
$144 off
9/13 - 9/20
$1,571  $1,678
$107 off
9/20 - 9/27
$1,549  $1,678
$129 off
11/1 - 11/8
$1,333  $1,382
$49 off
Brindley Beach Vacations

Brindley Beach Vacations offers premier Real Estate and Property Management services across the entire Outer Banks. Representing more than 450 vacation rental homes, we proudly serve every region—from the southern beaches of Hatteras Island...

BeaContent

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomYour family will BeaContent in this Outer Banks vacation getaway that was furnished with your comfort in mind. Offering everything your family needs to create lasting memories plus...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms