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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Kiteboarding

Spring and fall visitors will notice the popularity of kiteboarding on the Outer Banks the moment they ride down a stretch of soundfront highway. In the off-season months, it's not unusual to spot dozens if not hundreds of multi-colored kites lining...

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...

Canary Sings

OCEANFRONT Avon - Kinnakeet Shores - CANARY SINGS, perched on Kinnakeet Shores' oceanfront, features cavernous, open, bright oceanfront living in the heart of Avon. The great room’s cathedral ceilings and floor-to-ceiling wall of windows...

  • Avon
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 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...

GRANDPAS HIDEAWAY

This beautiful oceanside beach cottage boasts comfortable furniture, a pool, and a very short walk to the ocean! You can’t help but have a happy OBX vacation in this fun-styled rental home.Level 1:4 bedrooms (with Queen, 2 shared baths with tub...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

Waves Crest

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Waves - O'Neal Rd. - You'll savor ocean and sound vistas in this beautiful semi-oceanfront beach home with direct beach access - located closer to the beach than some oceanfronts! The ground level has a double concrete...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
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...

467 | Family Times

This Beautiful Vacation Home will refresh and revitalize you, making it a family tradition for years to come. Experience the charm of this lavish and creatively designed Vacation Home that offers the luxury of your own Private 14 x 24 Concrete...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Pirates Island at Corolla Light Town Center

Check out Corolla's newest 5-star attraction! Pirate-Themed 18-Hole Minature Golf Course and Arcade with waterfalls, a pirate ship, caves, skulls, and more! So much fun for the whole family! Come...

4b By The Sea RR1-4B

Your perfect vacation awaits you at 4B By the Sea, a luxurious 2 bedroom, 2 bath oceanfront condo!4B by the Sea offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Watch the sun rise over the ocean from your private furnished balcony. Ride the surf, just...

  • Rodanthe
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

Wild Horse Landing

Now accepting Flex Stays for the entire 2025 season with a 3 nighttime minimum!Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms/ 2 Full BathroomsAccessible by 4 x 4 car only! Your family will adore this peaceful, secluded getaway on the 4x4 beaches! Appreciate plenty...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

OUR HAVEN

“Our Haven” is the perfect place for your family to enjoy the Outer Banks. Tucked in the Jay Crest community, less than a mile from the Village of Duck, this cheerful retreat keeps you close to everything you love about Duck. Hop on the...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10