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Outer Banks Parade of Homes
October 8th, 2026 - October 10th, 2026 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM -
Ocracoke Working Waterman's Festival
October 10th, 2026 -
Pumpkin Patch Saturdays at Island Farm
October 10th, 2026 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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...
BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Experience the serene charm of Lasea Days, a delightful semi-oceanfront escape located in the heart of Nags Head. This...
- Nags Head
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz...
**A 4x4 Vehicle is required to access this home, there are no paved roads in Carova. This home is located 3.9 miles from the 4-wheel drive on-ramp.** Welcome to Casa Bonita – C9072, a semi-oceanfront retreat where wild horses roam, ocean views...
- Carova
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...
BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! New for 2026: New TVs in the Master Bedroom, Living Room, Bunk Room, and a Massive New 65 Inch in the Game room, All...
- Rodanthe
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6.5 Bathrooms
If you're searching for great pizza on the Outer Banks, look no further than Cosmo's Pizzeria at The Marketplace in Southern Shores! We offer authentic New York-style pizza made fresh and just the way you like, using only the highest quality...
Sea Blessings is a comfortable Beach Cottage conveniently located in Kitty Hawk that offers a short walk to the Ocean. Traditional in both design and decor, this cottage is tucked within a stand of lovely Live Oak trees that provide shade and...
- Kitty Hawk
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 9
When you first catch sight of The Jolly Roger, you might be unsure exactly what to think of it. Since its conversion from a gas station/grocery store to a restaurant in 1972, The Jolly Roger has been anything but your ordinary Outer Banks...
Located in the Ocean Sands community, Stuck in the Sand is the perfect cottage for your getaway at the beach. Swim in the pool (12'x29'), soak in the hot tub, walk to the beach or play pool in the game room. Stuck in the Sand is conveniently located...
- Corolla
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
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...
Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Located on a quiet cul-de-sac within the Corolla Light community, Randy offers a functional and well-maintained retreat for those seeking a classic...
- Corolla
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4.5 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...
This stunning coastal oasis in the Sanderling community offers breathtaking soundfront views and easy beach access, located just 300 feet from the ocean. Inside, the home blends modern comfort with beachy elegance, featuring high-speed internet and...
- Duck
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
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 beaches in America! We are The Outer Bank's Only Ghost Tour that uses Ghost Detectors! Book now for the time of your afterlife!
Now with Axe Throwing! Jumpmasters OBX is the ultimate trampoline park on the Outer Banks with attractions the entire family will enjoy. From open jump trampolines to the dodgeball court, 3-D climbing wall, a foam pit, an epic ninja obstacle course, and more, these fitness activities feature a safe environment for families and groups to make memories while getting their heart rate pumping!
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 to catch blue crabs and trawl for shrimp the same way that the local commercial fishermen do. You’ll learn about the species caught and how to sort through the catch – and everything of legal size is yours to keep for dinner! Along the way...
Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.
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 organization, conduct their research and hear about some of the discoveries from more than a decade of studies and monitoring. Some of the hundreds of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in the area show up so frequently they’ve even been given...
Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a factual narration on the bottlenose dolphin, a type of dolphin found along the Atlantic coast. Dolphin mating and birthing can be observed on many cruises.
The Wright Brothers National Memorial is a "Must See" attraction for any Outer Banks aviation enthusiast, history lover, and virtually any Kill Devil Hills vacationer who wants an up-close look at the towering granite structure that towers over the...
The Roanoke Marshes lighthouse is often one of the most overlooked of the Outer Banks lighthouses, simply because of its small stature, limited visibility and remote location tucked away at the quiet east end of the Manteo waterfront.
The Pavilion at Pirate’s Cove Marina is a beautiful event venue with waterfront views from every seat. When planning a wedding on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, there is no other location that can compare to Pirate’s Cove. Our...
The North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island has become a beloved attraction for Outer Banks vacationers and an annual outing for seasoned visitors who are young and young at heart. The 68,000-square-foot complex covers all aspects of Outer Banks...
Foliage fans and gardening enthusiasts from all over the country will love a day trip to the Elizabethan Gardens. Tucked away in Manteo within the Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, this 10 acre Roanoke soundfront locale is home to hundreds of...