Outer Banks Music & Dancing Events - 2026 Schedule

Outer Banks Music & Dancing Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of July 27, 2026 - August 2, 2026
Saturday, August 1st 3:00 PM
Manteo

Get ready for a flavorful summer celebration at the All-American Wing Fling – Outer Banks Edition, a lively food and music festival bringing together wings, live entertainment, local vendors, and family-friendly fun at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Set along the scenic waterfront in downtown Manteo, the event promises an energetic afternoon filled with great food, coastal vibes, and community spirit.      

Week of August 3, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Friday, August 7th - Saturday, August 8th
Ocracoke

Take a stroll along any shaded street in Ocracoke village and you’ll naturally notice the town’s love of all-things fig. Fig trees are everywhere in this coastal town, and during this annual celebration, visitors and locals alike can celebrate the fig through a myriad of  music, dancing, history, activities, and of course, plenty of fig goodies.

Week of September 14, 2026 - September 20, 2026
Friday, September 18th - Saturday, September 19th
Hatteras

Come celebrate the history and culture of Hatteras Island’s working watermen at this annual event in the heart of Hatteras Village that has become a tradition for fall visitors and locals alike. Day at the Dock takes place along the waterfront that’s adjacent to the village marinas, and is a delightful combination of fresh seafood and good eats, live demonstrations, working commercial fishing boats, live music, kids activities, and more, and is a true and authentic sample of what life on Hatteras Island is all about.

Week of October 26, 2026 - November 1, 2026
Sunday, November 1st
Wanchese

The Roanoke Island Historical Association is launching a brand-new culinary celebration in 2026 with the debut of the Roanoke Island Oyster Shellabration and BBQ, a waterfront event that brings together fresh local seafood, Eastern North Carolina barbecue, live entertainment, and Outer Banks culture in the heart of Wanchese. Hosted at the Safe Harbor Marina and Tiki Bar, the festival promises a relaxed afternoon filled with food, music, and coastal charm.

Week of November 2, 2026 - November 8, 2026
Friday, November 6th - Saturday, November 14th
Manteo

Through arts, music, and miles of fun, the Outer Banks celebrates visiting and local veterans alike through this special event that has a wealth of ways to stay entertained while discovering the heart of the islands’ cultural scene. OBX Veterans Week is an annual event which honors veterans and their families through live concerts, cool activities and arts in downtown Manteo, and so much more.

Friday, November 6th - Saturday, November 7th
Nags Head

The OBX Truck Fest is rolling back into the Outer Banks for another exciting weekend celebrating lifted trucks, off-road culture, live entertainment, and coastal fun. Bringing together truck enthusiasts from across the region, the popular event showcases an impressive lineup of customized vehicles ranging from classic pickups and show trucks to massive lifted builds and off-road machines, all set against the laid-back beach atmosphere of the OBX.

Week of November 9, 2026 - November 15, 2026
Friday, November 6th - Saturday, November 14th
Manteo

Through arts, music, and miles of fun, the Outer Banks celebrates visiting and local veterans alike through this special event that has a wealth of ways to stay entertained while discovering the heart of the islands’ cultural scene. OBX Veterans Week is an annual event which honors veterans and their families through live concerts, cool activities and arts in downtown Manteo, and so much more.

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Lighthouse 5K Series
Jul 29

July 29, 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...

Outer Banks Blue

Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...

LandShark

Savor the beauty of Corolla Light while sitting on the new roomy deck refreshed for the 2025 season. Located in Corolla / 4 Bedrooms / 4 Full BathroomsLand Shark has something for everybody in your family: three 50" flat-screen TVs, Xbox 360, giant...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
9/12 - 9/19
$1,577  $1,688
$111 off
9/19 - 9/26
$1,375  $1,464
$89 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,780  $3,025
$245 off
Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

Lemonade

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Salvo — Ocean St. — Fun fact: just a whiff of lemon can boost your mood and reduce anxiety. Maybe that’s why sipping a thirst-quenching, cool glass of lemonade evokes all those laid-back feels of a carefree hideaway. Loaded...

  • Salvo
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8.5 Bathrooms
Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Wild Horse Adventure Tours has been voted the #1 tour company in the USA by TripAdvisor. Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive OPEN AIR, 13-passenger Hummers with one of...

FIVE O CLOCK SOMEWHERE

Relax and enjoy every special moment that you and your family spend in this 3,600 square foot, five bedroom, upscale home. A beautifully appointed home with wonderful views, Five O’Clock Somewhere sits on a spacious lot (2/3 acre) in one of the...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
9/6 - 9/13
$2,642  $3,048
$406 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,300  $2,754
$454 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,404  $2,754
$350 off
10/11 - 10/18
$2,482  $2,754
$272 off
10/18 - 10/25
$2,142  $2,326
$184 off
10/25 - 11/1
$2,234  $2,326
$92 off
11/1 - 11/8
$2,084  $2,176
$92 off
Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

470 | Close Enough

Ground Level: Parking for 4 Cars, Covered Entry, Under House Sitting Area, Porch Swing, Private Saltwater Swimming Pool - Open Seasonally,, Enclosed Outside Shower, and Gas Grill. Mid Level: 3 Bedrooms (2 w/Queens, TVs, Shared Full Jack-N-Jill...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...

DUNE MY THING

Overview Upscale coastal leisure is at your fingertips when you reserve Dune My Thing, a luxurious beachfront estate in the Whalehead community of Corolla. This stylish vacation retreat cleverly combines classic looks with contemporary...

  • Corolla
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 11 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...

Eagle Nest II 326-B

Centrally located close to restaurants and shopping, on a quiet street. This beach cottage is perfect for a family vacation that will include up to eight and your pets (2 max). Take a nap in the hammock and enjoy the crisp air on the covered porch...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Corolla Wild Horse Fund

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...

All In CSC-3Q

Get ready for the relaxing and memorable vacation you and your family deserve at All In! This magnificent Oceanfront townhome is located in one of the most prestigious communities on the Outer Banks offering panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms