Kill Devil Hills History Events - 2026 Schedule

Kill Devil Hills History Events - 2026 Schedule
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...

KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

WHISPERING WAVES

“Whispering Waves ” is an escape to coastal bliss located in the charming town of Duck, North Carolina. This spacious 5-Bedroom Home with Private Pool and Easy Beach Access is your perfect vacation getaway! It offers the ideal blend of comfort...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
8/30 - 9/6
$2,844  $3,494
$650 off
9/6 - 9/13
$2,692  $3,226
$534 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,438  $2,867
$429 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,387  $2,867
$480 off
9/27 - 10/4
$2,438  $2,867
$429 off
10/4 - 10/11
$2,507  $2,867
$360 off
10/11 - 10/18
$2,507  $2,867
$360 off
10/18 - 10/25
$2,057  $2,338
$281 off
10/25 - 11/1
$2,084  $2,338
$254 off
11/1 - 11/8
$2,094  $2,187
$93 off
11/8 - 11/15
$2,094  $2,187
$93 off
11/15 - 11/22
$2,134  $2,187
$53 off
Bodie Island Lighthouse

The Bodie Island Lighthouse, (pronounced "Body") is located just south of the town of Nags Head and Whalebone Junction, where Highway 158, Highway 64, and NC Highway 12 intersect. Visitors travelling towards Hatteras Island can't help but notice the...

5662 - Sandfiddler

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Located only five lots from the Oceanfront with direct beach access, getting to and from Sandfiddler will be a breeze. Located in the Villages at...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Pirates Island at Corolla Light Town Center

Check out Corolla's newest 5-star attraction! Pirate-Themed 18-Hole Minature Golf Course and Arcade with waterfalls, a pirate ship, caves, skulls, and more! So much fun for the whole family! Come...

JUST PEACHY

Discover JUST PEACHY in Kill Devil Hills—a Carolina Designs oceanfront vacation rental where ten bedrooms meet unbeatable OBX luxury at Milepost 7.5. This waterside estate features seven private baths, a 34x17 private pool with hot tub, rec...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 10.5 Bathrooms
Atlantic Realty of the Outer Banks

Outer Banks Vacation Rentals by Atlantic Realty provide the beach vacation experience you deserve. Since 1982, multiple generations of families have enjoyed waves of fun and quiet relaxation in our OBX vacation homes including the surrounding...

End of the Rainbow

Located in Waves | 4 Bedrooms | 5 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half BathroomEnd of the Rainbow is an Oceanfront favorite, with a game room, private saltwater pool, elevator, and an open floor plan -- this home has it all! With handsome ocean vistas beyond...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Resort Realty Property Management

Celebrating 39 years of service in Outer Banks vacation rental property management, Resort Realty is a company that operates locally with in-house feet on the ground; meaning impeccable care for your home with constant communication from our staff...

008 | A Little R & R

This lovely Oceanside home provides a great location that is just steps from the beach in Southern Shores. Located on Sandpiper Lane, your family will be thrilled with the quiet location, laid-back atmosphere, and comfort this recently updated...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

The B&B Inn

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 4 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomGreat location just 400' from the beach access, this home is loaded with extras offering every amenities for a great vacation, including ocean vistas and two levels of decking that...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
8/20 - 8/27
$4,251  $4,855
$604 off
9/10 - 9/17
$3,462  $3,927
$465 off
Currituck Banks Reserve

Vacationers adore the Outer Banks for its unspoiled stretches of undeveloped shoreline, and some may not initially realize that this sporadic lack of development is completely intentional, and is the result of decades of careful environmental...

2910 - Dolphin's Den

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! An oceanfront condo perfect for a Duck escape! Dolphin's Den is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom Outer Banks condo rental ready for you and your family to...

  • Duck
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms