Kill Devil Hills Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule

Kill Devil Hills Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of June 29, 2026 - July 5, 2026
Saturday, July 4th
Kill Devil Hills

Visitors can keep the Independence Day celebration going strong with this special fireworks display in the heart of the central Outer Banks that’s sponsored by the Town of Kill Devil Hills, and which is held at the scenic Avalon Pier.

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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Hatteras 5k Race Series in Avon
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June 19, 2026

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Run Hatteras Summer 5k/1 Mile Race Series 2026 AVON, NC. 8 AM Friday Mornings Summer 2026 in Kinnakeet Shores. New this year: Join us for a shorter distance on the out and back 1 Mile course

Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a...

Star of the Sea

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.A Guiding Light on the Outer BanksFollow Star of the Sea (formerly Stella Maris OBX) to your perfect Outer Banks vacation! Located just south of the...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Poke Box

PokeBox offers fresh, quick, simple, healthy poke bowls in Nags Head. Choose your items and build your bowl. Tuna, salmon, chicken, steak, shrimp and tofu options available. Mix in your favorite veggies, sauces and toppings for the perfect poke...

Corolla Del Mar

Located in Corolla / 5 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomThis exceptional beach home was designed for the ideal family vacation. Located on a peaceful cul-de-sac, it's just a short walk or bicycle trip to the beach, shopping and the...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...

HAPPY ENCHILADA

Overview If your idea of a vacation is relaxing in a festive oceanfront home located just steps from the sandy shoreline, reserve Happy Enchilada! Featuring stellar ocean views, popular amenities, and cheerful furnishings, this beach...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
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...

043 | Sun & Surf

Updates for the 2026 season include new living room furnishings, all new king mattresses, selected new bedroom furniture, and new decking. Kitty Hawk. Semi-Oceanfront w/Direct Private Beach Access and Fantastic Ocean Views!Unobstructed 180 degree...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, with its black and white candy-cane stripes, is one of the most famous and recognizable lighthouses in the world. Protecting one of the most treacherous stretches of the Outer Banks, with a beam of light that spans 20...

Summers Getaway

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomWelcome to your ideal "Summers Getaway"! This oceanfront getaway is designed for relaxation, with striking expansive ocean vistas visible from nearly every room. The home is...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

010 | Southbound

All the special touches have been made to create a comfortable and relaxing experience. You are sure to enjoy the location in South Nags Head close to the Ocean as well as the large, fenced yard, Private Swimming Pool. The views stretch from the...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

736 | Jenny's Place

This lovely Kitty Hawk vacation home provides beautiful Ocean and Golf Course Views from the main living area and top level sun deck. Bright, beachy, with plenty of space to relax this home offers the luxury of having your own Private Heated...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8