Nags Head Arts & Crafts Events - 2026 Schedule

Nags Head Arts & Crafts Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of April 20, 2026 - April 26, 2026
Saturday, April 25th 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Nags Head

Kitty Hawk Kites is teaming up with Dare Arts Council to create the Outer Banks ‘Sweep the Beach’ Trash Art Contest! In conjunction with Earth Day, we ask artists to create work from the trash they have collected from our beaches and sounds. After submission, the artwork will be placed on our TrART Walk at Jockey’s Ridge Crossing. Submissions will be placed on (or around) April 1st. Until April 20th, pieces will be adjudicated and voted on for varying prize categories. Select pieces will be collected and moved to Jockey’s Ridge State Park for Earth Fair OBX, April 25th, where winners will be announced at the Kitty Hawk Kites booth in Jockey’s Ridge State Park parking lot at 3:45 pm.

Week of May 4, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Saturday, May 9th 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Nags Head

At the annual Artrageous Art Extravaganza, everyone can enjoy a little hands-on creativity with lots of interactive displays, live demos, and fun artistic activities for the young and the young at heart. This full day affair which combines art, music, and the friendly spirit of the Outer Banks, is an annual tradition that began in 1989, and which has become a favorite event for visitors of all ages.

Week of August 3, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Thursday, August 6th 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Nags Head

Celebrate summer with Kitty Hawk Kites and support the Outer Banks Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Coalition at the annual OBX Watermelon Festival. This beloved local celebration that’s held at Jockey’s Ridge Crossing in Nags Head features a wealth of activities for visitors of all ages, and is the perfect way to toast the peak of the summer season on the Outer Banks.

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Haulover Day Use Area (Canadian Hole)

Canadian Hole may be an unfamiliar term to the typical, laid-back Hatteras Islander vacationer, but to windsurfers around the world, the phrase invokes thoughts of an exact, postcard-perfect locale on the Outer Banks, where windsurfing and water...

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...

Barefootn'

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon - Oceanview Drive - Ready to go BAREFOOTN'? Then it's time for some fun at this beach home just across the street from the beach. Ground level amenities include carport, dry entry, outdoor shower, fish cleaning table, charcoal...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes live music, karaoke and a DJ dance party. They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab...

SUNSET

Enjoy spectacular views in an intimate community of Nags Head style townhomes. Each home features 2,000 square feet of living area.Level 1:Great room with sectional sofa, CATV and DVD player; partially covered deck with ocean view; kitchen; dining...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
5/2 - 5/9
$2,494  $2,861
$367 off
5/9 - 5/16
$2,494  $2,861
$367 off
6/6 - 6/13
$4,424  $4,959
$535 off
Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...

Falcon's Nest WHL-17

This beautifully decorated and well-equipped home is just 400 feet to the beach access with plenty of room for the entire family! Falcon's Nest features a spacious chef-equipped kitchen with a large granite center island and countertops as well as...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
5/31 - 6/7
$4,778  $5,478
$700 off
6/14 - 6/21
$6,192  $6,792
$600 off
Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this...

5711 - OBX TA SEA

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: All new vinyl decking. All TVs are Smart TVs with Hulu Live TV (Streaming only). New gas grill. Welcome...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 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...

Salty Dog Beach House

OCEANVIEW Salvo - Rampart St. - Humans and canines alike will appreciate the well-appointed furnishings and amenities at SALTY DOG BEACH HOME. Go for a swim in the private pool (with complimentary solar heat supplied) or take a leisurely break in...

  • Salvo
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Gray's

Gray’s Outer Banks Lifestyle Clothing Company offers the absolute best in Outer Banks T-shirts and Sweatshirts including Champion, Under Armour with "Outer Banks” and Gear! We carry quality fashions and accessories for the whole family...

ITS 5 OCLOCK WRIGHT HERE (form. Seas the...

Like views? You’ll love it here! Your stress disappears as dolphins swim past, sea birds fly by, the waves crash against the sand, and you take it all in from your penthouse right on the beach. See the ocean to the north, south and east. Watch the...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
H2OBX Waterpark

YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...

PELICAN PIER

“Pelican Pier” is in the Town of Southern Shores and is situated on a large lot providing a private surrounding for you and your family to relax. Spend time splashing away at the home’s private saltwater swimming pool or take a short walk to...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
5/24 - 5/31
$2,958  $3,084
$126 off
5/31 - 6/7
$3,706  $4,200
$494 off
6/7 - 6/14
$3,891  $4,345
$454 off
6/14 - 6/21
$4,561  $5,106
$545 off
7/5 - 7/12
$5,224  $5,606
$382 off