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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Educational Activities

On the Outer Banks, it's easy to throw in a little education in with a vacation filled with fun, adventures, and new explorations.

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...

Avalon Crush 313-C

Welcome to Avalon Crush, a beautifully decorated coastal retreat tucked into the heart of the Avalon Beach area in Kill Devil Hills. This thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom home offers modern comfort, stylish finishes, and an unbeatable location...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
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...

2876 - The Blue Martini

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! New Cabana Service for 2027! Welcome to The Blue Martini, a spectacular modern coastal casual oceanfront vacation...

  • Duck
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9.5 Bathrooms
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

PELICANS NEST SOUNDSIDE

“Pelican’s Nest Soundside” is a peaceful waterfront retreat tucked away on the quiet and scenic soundside of Duck, North Carolina. This inviting 3-bedroom soundfront vacation home offers stunning Currituck Sound views, a private dock, and a...

  • Duck
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
4/12 - 4/19
$1,379  $1,489
$110 off
4/19 - 4/26
$1,379  $1,489
$110 off
4/26 - 5/3
$1,379  $1,489
$110 off
5/3 - 5/10
$1,503  $1,627
$124 off
5/10 - 5/17
$1,503  $1,627
$124 off
5/24 - 5/31
$1,842  $1,993
$151 off
5/31 - 6/7
$2,331  $2,537
$206 off
6/7 - 6/14
$2,579  $2,812
$233 off
6/14 - 6/21
$2,702  $2,950
$248 off
OBX Ghost Tours

OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...

K7002 Flip Flop

Welcome to Flip Flop by KEES Vacations! Enjoy contactless vacationing at Flip Flop! Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills and perfectly situated near Avalon Fishing Pier, Flip Flop allows for easy vacationing. As a semi-oceanfront property, this...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge...

7223 - Pelican Watch

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: 1st and 2nd floor decks and brand new composite pool furniture. Welcome to Pelican Watch, an oceanfront oasis located in Salvo on...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Moge Tee

QUALITY YOU CAN SEE, FRESHNESS YOU CAN TASTE! Every cup made to order with the freshest ingredients and handcrafted loose leaf tea brewed to perfection! Combining all the natural gifts from mother nature!

5515 - Crystal Gable

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: New carpeting, all new TVs, new furniture, and new stove.  Convenient to golf, shopping, dining, and sightseeing, enjoy the...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Back Beach Wild Horse Tours

Welcome to Back Beach Wild Horse Tours in Corolla NC. Our tours embark from Corolla NC, the last Outer Banks outpost before the road ends into nothing but stretches of wide beach. We provide safe family fun to see the Corolla Wild Horses...

Just For Fun

Wonderful 5 bedroom Beach House. Beach access over the dune to the beach. Your own private pool (13' X 25')  and hot tub. Picnic tables by pool for kids and adults. Great ocean views from decks and upper level of Beach House. This house is truly...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms