Kill Devil Hills History Events - 2026 Schedule

Kill Devil Hills History Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of April 27, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Friday, May 1st - Saturday, May 2nd
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.

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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Whalehead in Historic Corolla

The prestigious Whalehead in Historic Corolla has been a dominant attraction to Corolla visitors since it was renovated and opened to the public in 2002. As part of the Historic Corolla Park, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla serves as a northern...

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge...

4704 - Shell Yeah

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Relaxed living in the heart of Southern Shores! Shell Yeah is a spacious 4 bedroom, 4 bathrooms home with views of the ocean. There aren’t any...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Just for the Beach Rentals

Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...

7048 - Tide Song

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Tide Song! This oceanfront Rodanthe home is sure to please the whole family. Located near great local...

  • Rodanthe
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
The Christmas Shop

Discover gifts, garlands and glittering lights galore. Looking for a trinket for someone who has everything? Choose ornaments for every hobby, occupation, occasion or enthusiast; from the fisherman or Disney lover; dancer or photographer. Throughout...

Finally Ours DR-32

Tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac in the Dolphin Run community within the Village of Nags Head, this lovely 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home offers many amenities, including a hot tub on the open deck making for a relaxing evening of stargazing, 5 HDTVs...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
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...

Whalecome Aboard

Upgrades for 2026 include Remodeled Mid Level bathrooms!  Located in Corolla / 5 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 2 Half BathroomsIf you're looking for magnificant vistas, "Whalecome Aboard" is the place to be. Your family will want to vacation here...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
8/29 - 9/5
$4,380  $4,573
$193 off
Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

K9410 OBX Soundfront Hideaway 3 Bedroom ...

Welcome to OBX Soundfront Hideaway by KEES Vacations! Views and more views at this lovely 1.6 acre property on the soundfront. This hidden gem will quickly become your favorite vacation spot. The owners have made a lot of upgrades to this property...

  • Jarvisburg
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

The Salty Piper

The Salty Piper is a coastal haven nestled in Section F of Ocean Sands, Corolla's vibrant community. With its bright and inviting interior, comfortable furnishings, and modern kitchen, it promises a delightful retreat. Step onto the spacious top...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

GRANDPAS HIDEAWAY

This beautiful oceanside beach cottage boasts comfortable furniture, a pool, and a very short walk to the ocean! You can’t help but have a happy OBX vacation in this fun-styled rental home.Level 1:4 bedrooms (with Queen, 2 shared baths with tub...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
5/22 - 5/29
$1,974  $2,235
$261 off
5/29 - 6/5
$2,607  $2,931
$324 off