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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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...

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...

1215 - Corolla Hideaway

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! New for 2024: Upgraded Deck Furniture with Polywood Adirondack and Rocking Chairs! Remodeled Level 2 Bathroom. New for 2025: New roof and...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Corolla Raceway

The Ultimate Go Kart Racetrack That Kids and Adults will Enjoy! Corolla Raceway is the premier Go-Kart experience. Our upscale facility is designed to provide a first class entertainment experience. Corolla Raceway provides the newest Single...

SAPPHIRE BY THE SEA

Overview Brilliant vacation days are in your future at Sapphire by the Sea, a 9-bedroom gem in Kill Devil Hills. Easy access to the beach and elevated ocean views are highlights of this semi-oceanfront, and a convenient community beach access...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

610 | Daisy's Dune

"Daisy's Dune" is a lovely, dog friendly, cedar shake home on the Oceanfront. Centrally located at MP 9.5 , The Wright Brothers Memorial and Jockey’s Ridge are both bikeable. Walk across the street to the best of beach Kill Devil Grill and the...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
The Farmer's Daughter

Founded in 1984 on the coast of the Outer Banks, NC, Farmer’s Daughter still remains a destination for people wanting great quality, outstanding selection of unique clothing, accessories, and gifts at affordable prices. Committed to offering...

Mahalo

Welcome to Mahalo! What a great location to spend your beach vacation! This incredible home is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac just a short distance to the beach, tennis (w/fee) and basketball courts, fitness center (w/fee), and two community pools...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
5/12 - 5/19
$2,642  $2,892
$250 off
5/18 - 5/25
$2,915  $3,195
$280 off
5/25 - 6/1
$3,454  $3,794
$340 off
6/14 - 6/21
$4,952  $5,192
$240 off
Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

Obxscape 545

Plan an OBXscape to this magnificent home by the sea! OBXscape has a private oceanfront pool, hot tub, and kiddie pool for your enjoyment. This home is beautifully decorated with casual couches in the living room, hardwood floors in the dining area...

  • Nags Head
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Outer Banks Mall

Outer Banks Mall is a large outdoor shopping center featuring everything you need for sun, fun and shopping. Located at MP 14 in Nags Head, the large shopping center features a wide variety of food & beverage providers; everything from breakfast...

VH104 Tropics of Hatteras at Villas of H...

Welcome to the Tropics of Hatteras at the Villas of Hatteras Landing by KEES Vacations Rarely do getaways have a smaller getaway built into them, but that's exactly what you will find at Hatteras. While the Outer Banks is a place overflowing with...

  • Hatteras
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
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...

Playin' Hooky 617

Playin’ Hooky is a five bedroom, four and a half bath property. This home evokes memories of a classic Outer Banks vacation home that made our beaches famous. From its cedar shake exterior to its wrap-around decks, complete with views of both the...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms