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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Hatteras 5k Race Series in Avon
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June 19, 2026

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Run Hatteras Summer 5k/1 Mile Race Series 2026 AVON, NC. 8 AM Friday Mornings Summer 2026 in Kinnakeet Shores. New this year: Join us for a shorter distance on the out and back 1 Mile course

Currituck Banks Reserve

Vacationers adore the Outer Banks for its unspoiled stretches of undeveloped shoreline, and some may not initially realize that this sporadic lack of development is completely intentional, and is the result of decades of careful environmental...

Sea Watch 380-A

Located just 50 feet from the beach, this unique property is offered for only a limited number of weeks. It's quick and easy to go back and forth between Sea Watch and the beach throughout the day. The reverse floor plan with double porches and...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Resort Realty

For more than 39 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 600 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite 20-bedroom...

6085 - Golden Daze

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Golden Daze is a 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom Nags Head rental ready for your next OBX vacation. This rental home is a true gem, offering a perfect blend...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 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...

THE OBX RX

If salt air and fresh breezes are what the doctor ordered, then this is the home for you! When you come to the Outer Banks for a beach vacation, if you want to see, hear and smell the ocean from your beach home, and this home delivers! Located at...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
6/5 - 6/12
$3,593  $4,438
$845 off
8/14 - 8/21
$3,773  $3,945
$172 off
8/21 - 8/28
$3,539  $3,699
$160 off
8/28 - 9/4
$2,991  $3,163
$172 off
9/4 - 9/11
$2,616  $2,815
$199 off
9/11 - 9/18
$2,359  $2,478
$119 off
9/18 - 9/25
$2,270  $2,478
$208 off
9/25 - 10/2
$2,330  $2,478
$148 off
Mike Dianna's Grill Room

Welcome to Mike Dianna's Grill Room, home to the finest seafood, USDA prime beef, amazing live entertainment and more! Come have brunch or dinner with us in Corolla on the beautiful Outer Banks. Celebrating over 20 years in the Timbuck II Shopping...

LOKI'S LANDING

Overview New to the Carolina Designs program for the 2026 season! Experience the simple pleasures of coastal living at Loki's Landing, a 5-bedroom oceanfront retreat located in the heart of Nags Head. With a private walkway leading directly to...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

Brass Ring

NEW TO BRINDLEY BEACH FOR 2026!Located in Corolla / 5 Bedrooms / 2 Full BathroomsWelcome to Brass Ring located in Caffey's Inlet in the heart of Duck. This home, located on a private cul-de-sac, is the ideal getaway for family and...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
7/14 - 7/21
$2,736  $3,290
$554 off
7/20 - 7/27
$2,803  $3,374
$571 off
7/23 - 7/30
$2,803  $3,374
$571 off
7/31 - 8/7
$2,803  $3,374
$571 off
8/31 - 9/7
$2,355  $2,814
$459 off
9/6 - 9/13
$2,405  $2,615
$210 off
9/10 - 9/17
$2,031  $2,199
$168 off
9/12 - 9/19
$2,184  $2,369
$185 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,031  $2,199
$168 off
9/22 - 9/29
$1,779  $1,919
$140 off
9/30 - 10/7
$2,252  $2,445
$193 off
Coastal Smoothie Cafe

Coastal Smoothie is a beloved local spot for refreshing, feel-good treats. Tucked into this charming seaside town, it serves up vibrant, made-to-order smoothies bursting with tropical flavors and fresh ingredients. It’s the perfect pick-me-up...

418 | Rollin Tide

Rollin Tide is the perfect home base for a family beach vacation. Located in the heart of Nags Heads Gallery Row art district, its just a short 375-foot walk to direct beach access easy even with little ones in tow! You will be close to ice cream...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Historic Corolla Park

Most all visitors to Corolla will spend at least a sunny afternoon or two at the Historic Corolla Park. This 39 acre site is home to three of the Northern Outer Banks' biggest attractions, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla, the Currituck Beach...

4002 - Duffy Duck

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Duffy Duck, a charming 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom vacation rental nestled on the serene oceanside of Duck...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms