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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Coquina Beach

Located just south of Nags Head, Coquina Beach is a refreshingly undeveloped stretch of shoreline that's close to the central Outer Banks towns of Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, and Kitty Hawk, but feels like it's miles away.

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...

Champagne Shores COL-501

Welcome to Champagne Shores, a cozy 3-bedroom home located in the gated, family-friendly waterfront community of Colington Harbor. Once you step inside this bright and beachy home, you will be welcomed with coastal décor and cathedral ceilings in...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Wildest Dream

Wow, what a treat to be able to walk to the Fabulous Jennette's Pier w/NC Aquarium! "Wildest Dream" is a bright and cheery direct oceanfront cottage with wonderful ocean views and an incredible beach to bathe on endlessly! It's 20 yds from the beach...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...

Beach Plaza

Located in Corolla / 10 Bedrooms / 10 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomOceanfront living at its best! Appreciate impressive ocean vistas and sounds from this oceanfront home designed with your vacation in mind. Equipped with ten master bedrooms (four...

  • Corolla
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
Corolla Wild Horse Tours

Corolla Wild Horse Tours knowledgeable guides will ensure you and your family have a great wild horse tour! Along the way the guides will stop and point out interesting sites and local history and details of the Corolla Wild Horses history. Be sure...

SEA ESCAPE

Delightful home in Duck Landing with private beach access and a short walk to Duck Village shops and restaurants. 345 yards to beach access.Level 1:Bedroom (with Queen). Recreation room TV, DVD player, Foosball, full refrigerator with ice maker...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
3/7 - 3/14
$2,899  $3,073
$174 off
3/14 - 3/21
$2,668  $3,073
$405 off
3/21 - 3/28
$2,668  $3,073
$405 off
3/28 - 4/4
$3,050  $3,223
$173 off
4/18 - 4/25
$2,876  $3,223
$347 off
Family Water Adventures

Shelling, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Eco Tours & Light Fishing. Guided family adventure trips on Hatteras Island, NC. We take your group to multiple tidal islands along the Cape Hatteras seaside. These islands are constantly changing and...

La Chancleta CV-67

Kick off your flip flops and relax – you’ve found your family’s new favorite vacation spot at La Chancleta!This home on the 4x4 beaches of Corolla offers large wraparound decks and comfortable coastal decor. After a day at the beach, rinse off...

  • Carova
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must...

THE CROWN JEWEL

Overview Relax, rejuvenate, and receive the royal treatment during your next vacation. The Crown Jewel estate tells the story of coastal elegance, combining its prime Kill Devil Hills oceanfront location with a dreamlike list of...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 13 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...

Misty Blue

Make Misty Blue your perfect vacation retreat. Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the Ocean Sands community, this charming home offers both peaceful surroundings and quick, easy access to the beach. Thoughtfully decorated with comfort in mind, Misty...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms