Kill Devil Hills Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule

Kill Devil Hills Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

This Week
Sunday, October 25th 2:00 PM
Kill Devil Hills

Get ready for a spooktacular celebration at the annual Outer Banks Halloween Parade of Costumes, one of the area's most popular family-friendly Halloween traditions. Held at Aviation Park in Kill Devil Hills, this free community event brings together residents and visitors of all ages for an afternoon of creative costumes, trick-or-treating, and festive entertainment. Presented by OBX Entertainment, the parade attracts hundreds of participants and spectators each year, making it a highlight of the Outer Banks' fall festivities.

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of November 9, 2026 - November 15, 2026
Saturday, November 14th
Kill Devil Hills

Enjoy a full day of live music, coastal scenery, and community spirit at the GrassFed Bluegrass Music Festival, held at the Soundside Event Site in Nags Head. This outdoor music festival brings together talented bluegrass musicians, local vendors, and music lovers for a celebration of great entertainment in a beautiful waterfront setting along the Roanoke Sound.

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

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.

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of April 26, 2027 - May 2, 2027
Saturday, May 1st 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Kill Devil Hills

The Coastal Gardening Festival celebrates gardening on the Outer Banks, bringing together plant enthusiasts, home gardeners, and residents interested in creating beautiful, sustainable landscapes in the region's unique coastal environment.The event offers an opportunity to explore gardening ideas, learn about plants suited to the Outer Banks, and connect with others who share an interest in horticulture. From native plants and flowering perennials to landscaping techniques that accommodate sandy soils, salt spray, and coastal winds, the festival highlights the opportunities and challenges of gardening along North Carolina's coast.

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Ocracoke Harbor

The Ocracoke Harbor is easily the busiest quarter mile stretch of Ocracoke Island. Consisting of a small, lagoon-like section of saltwater, and lined by a semi-circle of docks, restaurants, shops, marinas and motels, visitors will find that any and...

Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

Island Time

OCEANFRONT Hatteras — Durant Station Condominiums, Unit 305 — Are you ready for ISLAND TIME? Located on the third floor of this oceanfront condominium complex at Durant Station, this three-bedroom/two-bath unit is the ideal place to savor the...

  • Hatteras
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Jolly Roger

When you first catch sight of The Jolly Roger, you might be unsure exactly what to think of it. Since its conversion from a gas station/grocery store to a restaurant in 1972, The Jolly Roger has been anything but your ordinary Outer Banks...

Sundance

OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Midgett Drive - Celebrate summer, or any time of the year, at SUNDANCE. The sun is always shining on this striking home on the oceanfront in Rodanthe with simple access to the beach and the ocean waves. You can't get much...

  • Rodanthe
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
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...

Laughing Gull Landing

OCEANFRONT Waves - Thalassa Ave There is no reason to draw a line in the sand when choosing a resort home for your family’s next beach vacation. That is because LAUGHING GULL LANDING requires no compromise — everything you want in a restorative...

  • Waves
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
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...

DUNE MY THING

Settle into a private home theater with surround sound, then head next door to the recreation room for games and lounging. Dune My Thing, a Carolina Designs oceanfront estate in Corolla's Whalehead community, pairs ten bedrooms, nine with...

  • Corolla
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 Bathrooms
Outer Banks Blue

Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...

Windjammer

Step into Windjammer, a timeless oceanfront escape where Kitty Hawk's charm meets endless horizons. Wake to the sound of waves, sip coffee on wraparound porches, and let sea breezes carry your cares away. With panoramic views from sun and shade...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Wild Horse Adventure Tours has been voted the #1 tour company in the USA by TripAdvisor. Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive OPEN AIR, 13-passenger Hummers with one of...

684 | Moon Song

Moon Song is a lovely Nags Head Semi-Oceanfront home that is close to the beach, offers a Private Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Rec. Room w/Pool Table, Ocean Views, and Direct Beach Access. A Wonderful Outer Banks experience awaits when you choose this...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
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...

The Salty Seahorses

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.The Salty Seahorses – Classic Corolla Comfort with a Twist of Fun Welcome to The Salty Seahorses, a family- and pup-friendly retreat in the heart of...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12