This Week
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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The Freedom 5k
Jul 3

July 3, 2026

Join us Friday, July 3rd, 2026 for the SUN Realty Freedom 5k/1 Mile - 7:30 AM and Little Sparkler 1/4 Mile Fun Run - 8:10 AM!

The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

408 | Capt. Charlie's

6/9/26: Beach Nourishment has been completed in this area. Come and enjoy the refreshed beach! Extensive landscaping and expansion of the pool patio area provides exceptional outdoor living areas for families to enjoy. This is an outstanding...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this...

Top Notch

SEMI-OCEANFRONT - Resort Rodanthe, Unit 15C -Appreciate the unobstructed vistas from the top-level private deck of TOP NOTCH where you can see the ocean over the dunes. The beach is just a fast walk away on the wide private Resort Rodanthe...

  • Rodanthe
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Southern Shores Realty

Southern Shores Realty offers over 350 Outer Banks rentals from Corolla to S. Nags Head.  We've been an Outer Banks tradition since 1947, providing families just like yours with memories that last a lifetime.  Take a moment to search...

Windswept

4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomYou’ll be swept away by this comfortable and well maintained end unit villa. Savor the amenities of Corolla Light including 3 oceanfront pools, tennis and pickleball courts, indoor pool, exercise...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
The Northern Outer Banks

Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...

5607 - Dancing Dunes (formerly Heron Cov...

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! This spacious, well-maintained dune front condo is located on the first floor. You and your family will love the furnished deck and community...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. The newest ladies' and girls swimsuits, 20% off every day! Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear...

PIER JOY

OverviewAny way you cut it, this spacious oceanfront home in South Nags Head is truly special. The location is second to none, and you'll immediately notice the gorgeous views of Jennette's Pier, a prime attraction on the Outer Banks, where...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9.5 Bathrooms
OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...

A Summer Place Too

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Time to treat yourself and your family at “A Summer Place Too”. This splendid 4-bedroom cottage offers a private pool and hot tub along with...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
TRiO Restaurant & Market

Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...

5716 - Crosswinds

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! At Crosswinds, you get the best of the sound and the sea! This fun, family-friendly home is in a great location and gives you everything you need...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms