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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Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

The Roanoke Marshes lighthouse is often one of the most overlooked of the Outer Banks lighthouses, simply because of its small stature, limited visibility and remote location tucked away at the quiet east end of the Manteo waterfront.

Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

Beach Blessings

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Bless your family by staying at “Beach Blessings” in the beautiful gated community of Buck Island in Corolla. Would you like to be lucky enough to...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

Carolina State of Mind 47-A

How to spend your vacation at Carolina State of Mind:Watch the sunrise over breakfast from one of the large rear decks. Stroll out the back gate and a few steps to the beach or stay home and enjoy the private pool area complete with a new hot tub...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
5/9 - 5/16
$6,076  $6,376
$300 off
5/16 - 5/23
$6,433  $6,733
$300 off
5/23 - 5/30
$7,088  $7,888
$800 off
5/30 - 6/6
$8,088  $9,288
$1,200 off
6/20 - 6/27
$12,863  $14,363
$1,500 off
7/4 - 7/11
$12,803  $14,803
$2,000 off
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...

Inn at Rodanthe

OCEANFRONT Rodanthe — Featured in “Nights in Rodanthe” If a home could elicit 1,000 sighs, it would most certainly be INN AT RODANTHE, the iconic setting for the movie “Nights in Rodanthe” starring Richard Gere and Diane Lane, based on...

  • Rodanthe
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

673 | Ocean View II

Semi-Oceanfront-Kitty HawkThis nicely decorated Kitty Hawk beach cottage offers Horizon Ocean Views and convenient access to the beach. The ideal location for your family vacation, "Ocean View II" is bright and comfortable with an updated interior...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Paradise Fun Park

Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...

SEAFARI

Take a Seafari in this fun Outer Banks rental! Enjoy spectacular ocean views from this home’s unique observation tower, with chairs and a table to sit back and take in the views. This home is located a short walk from the beach in the highly...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
5/16 - 5/23
$1,767  $2,002
$235 off
6/6 - 6/13
$3,163  $3,310
$147 off
7/4 - 7/11
$3,971  $4,006
$35 off
Surf Side Hotel

Our oceanfront hotel rooms in Nags Head, North Carolina provide the absolute best views of the Atlantic Ocean! In addition to the gorgeous view, we also offer a great selection of amenities to our guests, including hot tubs, indoor and outdoor...

012 | The Welcome Inn

Enjoy great views of the Atlantic from this terrific Oceanfront home located in South Nags Head. Nicely decorated and well equipped, this vacation retreat is a wonderful choice for your family getaway. Take a leisurely stroll on the Beach or soak...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...

Happy Ours SWB-35

Happy Ours is a lovely, oceanside home in the off-road area of Carova, with 6 bedrooms (3 of which are en suites with private baths). Enjoy unobstructed ocean views from just about everywhere in this beautifully designed vacation rental. Take an...

  • Carova
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms