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.
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.
Automobile enthusiasts can meet and greet with fellow aficionados while exploring some of the most stunning coastlines that North Carolina has to offer at this two-day festival that features a wide array of ways to have fun. The OBX Rod And Custom Festival is a special celebration of vintage and antique cars that will boast a host of family-friendly activities, from local food, to cruise-ins, to displays that will impress car fans of all tastes and ages.
August 19, 2026
(+ more dates)Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead...
We are The Corolla Wild Horse Fund the non-profit 501 (c) (3) charity responsible for the care and protection of the wild Banker horses roaming the northernmost beaches of the Outer Banks. Join us in the summer season, every Wednesday morning from...
Everyone is sure to enjoy a relaxing Outer Banks escape at Oasis, a thoughtfully designed semi-oceanfront retreat where comfort and convenience come together. Days are easily spent moving from the beach to the pool and back again, whether you’re...
- Corolla
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals provides our communities and our visitors with fun, safe and convenient access to innovative transportation while providing an unparalleled customer experience. Don’t carry all of your beach gear...
This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.“Stay Salty” (formerly Ocean Paradise South) awaits your family for your own paradise vacation. Besides the private pool and hot tub, ocean views...
- Nags Head
- 8 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 19
Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...
07/2/26: Beach Nourishment has been completed in this area. Come and enjoy the refreshed beach! Nothing could be finer than to be in Carolina especially when you choose Carolina Cottage for your Outer Banks vacation. You will be thrilled w/the...
- Nags Head
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 13
Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...
OCEANFRONT Avon - Wahoo Circle – DAWN TREADER, a six-bedroom, seven- and one-half-bath luxury getaway, sits somewhere between idyllic and perfection, where your vacation aspirations drift into reality on a warm Hatteras Island breeze. Perched on...
- Avon
- 6 Bedrooms
- 7.5 Bathrooms
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...
This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.You’ll find ocean views in an absolute family-friendly property at ‘Hokie Heaven’. Personal touches accent this beautiful property just across the...
- Kitty Hawk
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 14
Sun Realty offers the Best Selection of Vacation Rentals on the Outer Banks. Our large selection of Outer Banks rentals means you can choose from a wide range of amenities, including private swimming pools, hot tubs, theater rooms, game rooms, pet...
Discover SUMMER MOON in Corolla, a Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental where every one of the 12 bedrooms has its own private bath. This oceanfront Outer Banks estate in Whalehead delivers uninterrupted Atlantic views, an elevator, a private...
- Corolla
- 12 Bedrooms
- 14.5 Bathrooms
Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by...
We’re excited to share that this home has been thoughtfully upgraded under new ownership, with fresh enhancements designed to elevate comfort, convenience, and the overall guest experience. Ideal for those seeking an easy, peaceful coastal...
- Southern Shores
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 16