Nags Head Festivals Events - 2026 Schedule

Nags Head Festivals Events - 2026 Schedule

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of November 2, 2026 - November 8, 2026
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.

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of November 23, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Friday, November 27th - Saturday, November 28th
Nags Head

Get a head start on the holiday season with this post-Thanksgiving event that offers a world of fun for visitors of all ages. Held at the flagship Kitty Hawk Kites store in Nags Head, this two-day event features amazing shopping, activities, demos and displays, and - of course - a visit by old St. Nick himself to allow kids to get a jump start on their Christmas lists.  

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of March 8, 2027 - March 14, 2027
Sunday, March 14th 1:00 PM
Nags Head

For an Outer Banks celebration that revolves around family fun, and encompasses the best of the Outer Banks' spirit, make plans to catch a good glimpse of the Outer Banks St. Patrick's Day Parade. With moderate temperatures and plenty of southern hospitality, this event can kick-off a fantastic week-long vacation or spring break on the Outer Banks.

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of September 13, 2027 - September 19, 2027
Friday, September 17th - Saturday, September 18th
Nags Head

The OBX Jeep Mutiny brings Jeep enthusiasts from across the country to the Outer Banks for a high-energy weekend filled with custom vehicles, beach-town fun, and coastal adventure. The popular event has become a favorite gathering for Jeep owners and fans who come to the OBX to show off their rides, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of the Outer Banks community.

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Featured Local Businesses

We love to highlight some of the best and most interesting Outer Banks restaurants, shops, attractions and activities. Read on to discover some of our favorites!

ZoomAround Street Legal Golf Cart Rentals

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...

Flip Flop'n 97-K

Flip Flop’n is a stunning oceanside retreat in the sought-after Section K of Ocean Sands, Corolla, designed for both relaxation and fun. Perfect for active families, this home features a basketball goal, air hockey, and horseshoes, plus multiple...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
The Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

Gypsea Rose

Tucked into the Dunes of Southern Shores, Gypsea Rose offers the best of everything!  Step out and taste the salty air while you walk towards the gorgeous Atlantic Ocean on your private boardwalk to the beach. On those cooler nights, bring along a...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Nags Head Dolphin Watch

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...

5723 - Urban Gorilla

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always included, complimentary linens and made beds! Enjoy gorgeous sound views, windsurfing, jet skis, boating, and fishing off your private boat dock when you stay in...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Sun Realty

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...

Ternabout

Located in Duck / 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomOnly 240' from a wooden boardwalk beach access, this unique home with great ocean vistas is loaded with extras and amenities for a beach hideaway! Located on a peaceful street, it is...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

7950 - Ocean

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: Brand New Deck! Come enjoy a relaxing stay by the Ocean at this comfortably furnished Hatteras Island rental home. Situated on a...

  • Hatteras
  • 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...

Seagrove View

Seagrove View is a newly renovated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath beach house that is conveniently located between the highways and a few blocks away from Dowdy Park, the Nags Head YMCA, Galaxy Golf, and the Nags Head Pier. At Dowdy Park, enjoy the pickleball...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...

Beach Haven

OCEANVIEW Avon - Moore Way - Escape from it all in extravagant BEACH HAVEN, only 3 tons back from the beach with a huge open view of the ocean. Thoughtfully designed to care for your every need, this home will take your worries away. The lower...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms