Outer Banks Music & Dancing Events - 2026 Schedule

Outer Banks Music & Dancing Events - 2026 Schedule
This Week
Friday, June 5th - Sunday, June 7th
Ocracoke

Get your toes tapping with an island celebration of musicians, storytellers, artisans, local food, and so much more by joining in the community-wide fun of the Ocrafolk Festival. This full weekend event is held in the heart of Ocracoke Village, with multiple performances and activities happening around virtually every corner of Silver Lake Harbor.

Week of June 29, 2026 - July 5, 2026
Thursday, July 2nd - Saturday, July 4th
Ocracoke

Head to the tiny coastal village of Ocracoke for a big Independence Day celebration that includes fireworks, a parade, and plenty of family fun. The highlight of the Ocracoke Independence Day Celebration is the annual amazing fireworks display over the Silver Lake Harbor after the sun goes down. Visitors will find plenty of seating all around the harborfront docks, and can bring along beach chairs, towels, blankets, and everything they need to enjoy the show.

Saturday, July 4th 9:15 PM
Avon

Celebrate your Independence Day with a bang at the Avon Pier and Avon Beach Klub on Hatteras Island. The 4th of July celebration will feature a collection of events which includes corresponding radio shows on the island's local station, Radio Hatteras FM 101.5 and 99.9, and an incredible front row view of the fireworks display from the pristine Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches.

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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Hatteras 5k Race Series in Avon
Jun 19

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

The Northern Outer Banks

Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...

Porch Coffee Paradise

Now offering Flex Stay (3 Nighttime Minimum) beginning August 22, 2026!Located in Corolla / 7 Bedrooms / 6 Full Bathrooms / 2 Half BathroomsWelcome to Porch Coffee Heaven, where the salt air meets your morning brew. Perfectly positioned just 400...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Twiddy & Company

Twiddy & Company is here to provide all the help and southern hospitality you've come to anticipate when planning your beach vacation. We invite you to let us share our unique understanding of this coastal landscape; unlike any place in the...

7726 - A World Away

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! This beautifully designed retreat is located in a private and serene corner of Avon. Upon entry, you'll be greeted by a cozy living room with...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Corolla Wild Horse Tours

Corolla Wild Horse Tours knowledgeable guides will ensure you and your family have a great wild horse tour! Along the way the guides will stop and point out interesting sites and local history and details of the Corolla Wild Horses history. Be sure...

Mare Nostrum

Finished with high-end furniture, spacious 8 bedroom, 5.5 bath luxury home in sought after Whalehead community. Enjoy the country club lifestyle with oversized pool and relaxing hot tub. Keep the kids entertained with golf putting green, volleyball...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 34-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...

Southern Memories S-50

Prepare to make Southern Memories on Hatteras Island. This outstanding semi-oceanfront cottage features comfortable furnishings and a view of the ocean from the roof top deck. With beach access just 280' away, you can see the sea any time you...

  • Salvo
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms
6/21 - 6/28
$2,236  $2,636
$400 off
6/28 - 7/5
$2,236  $2,636
$400 off
7/5 - 7/12
$2,236  $2,636
$400 off
7/12 - 7/19
$2,236  $2,636
$400 off
7/19 - 7/26
$2,236  $2,636
$400 off
7/26 - 8/2
$2,236  $2,636
$400 off
8/2 - 8/9
$2,236  $2,636
$400 off
OBX Ghost Tours

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...

Casa Azul

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Salvo - Farrow Shores - Be prepared for an memorable vacation experience. CASA AZUL raises the standard in oceanside island homes. Semi-oceanfront with ocean vistas and direct beach access, this piece of heaven in Salvo has a...

  • Salvo
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Southern Shores Realty

Southern Shores Realty offers over 350 Outer Banks rentals from Corolla to S. Nags Head.  We've been an Outer Banks tradition since 1947, providing families just like yours with memories that last a lifetime.  Take a moment to search...

5549 - Stingray Chalet

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Stingray Chalet! This 7 bedroom, 7.5 bathroom Outer Banks vacation rental is perfect for those who want to...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

SEA FOREVER

Overview You can Sea Forever from this delightful seven bedroom oceanside beach home in section F of Ocean Sands. Popular amenities, comfortable furnishings, and sweeping coastal views of rolling dunes and sunrises over the Atlantic...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms