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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Outer Banks Lighthouses

Each of the Outer Banks five lighthouses is unique. For a beautiful view, visitors can climb Currituck Beach Light, Bodie Island Light and Cape Hatteras Lighthouse for a small fee in season. It's an unforgettable way to see the Outer Banks! Don't...

Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...

Annie Oakley

Located in Kitty Hawk/ 3 Bedrooms/ 2 Full Bathrooms"Annie Oakley" is located at Mile Post 3.75 on a peaceful street that's great for cycling, running, walking and offers simple and direct beach access. Savor 2 furnished sun decks, the east side deck...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

K4108 Shoes on the Beach at Beacon Villa...

Welcome to Shoes on the Beach at Beacon Villas by KEES Vacations! The first level of this gracious 4-bedroom vacation property is all about fun! Enter through the two-car carport and you're right in the den. This area boasts a seating group with a...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes live music, karaoke and a DJ dance party. They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab...

WINDSURFER

Windsurfer is a great vacation spot. Located in the rolling dunes of Osprey in north Duck, this lovely oceanside home is close to the beach access and the bike path into the village.  Great ocean and sound views from upper deck.Level 1:Great room...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
The Christmas Shop

Discover gifts, garlands and glittering lights galore. Looking for a trinket for someone who has everything? Choose ornaments for every hobby, occupation, occasion or enthusiast; from the fisherman or Disney lover; dancer or photographer. Throughout...

Blue Dolphin

OCEANSIDE Buxton — Buxton Pointe Ct. — Welcome to BLUE DOLPHIN, a brand new six-bedroom/five full and one-half bath home that embraces the spirit of its joyful and graceful namesake. There’s a lot here to bring out your own pod’s social and...

  • Buxton
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates

Since 1968, our family owned and operated company has offered families just like yours a wide selection of Outer Banks vacation rentals in beach communities and towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head and South Nags...

4667 - Cape Dreams

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! New Cabana Service for 2025!  Luxurious Oceanfront Estate designed in the style of the grand ole Nags Head cottages. This lavish estate situated...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots...

Windhaven

OCEANFRONT Avon — Greenwood Pl. — As one family’s vacation home for nearly 40 years, the smartly refreshed WINDHAVEN is the ideal choice for other families and friend groups who want to start their own family vacation tradition. Perched...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Cosmo's Pizzeria in Corolla

Best Pizza in in Corolla since 1995! Cosmo’s Pizzeria has continued to be a family favorite on the northern Outer Banks for over 15 years. Outdoor dining, full bar, and specialty menu (including gluten-free pizza) are a few of our many...

TEN TAN TOES

Overview Arrive, unpack, and instantly unwind at Ten Tan Toes. Guests are welcomed by a thoughtful floor plan and popular amenities to enjoy throughout their stay. This beautiful home is professionally decorated with distinctive coastal...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms