Nags Head History Events - 2026 Schedule

Nags Head History Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of August 10, 2026 - August 16, 2026
Thursday, August 13th - Friday, August 14th
Nags Head

Get ready for a pirate invasion on the Outer Banks, courtesy of the two-day Outer Banks Pirate Festival. This festival that will be held next to Jockey’s Ridge State Park in the central Outer Banks town of Nags Head promises plenty of swashbuckling good times and activities, and will be a memorable event for young and old salty visitors alike.

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Carova Corolla Duck Southern Shores Kitty Hawk Kill Devil Hills Manteo Nags Head Wanchese Rodanthe Waves Salvo Avon Buxton Frisco Hatteras Ocracoke
Elizabeth II

Anyone with a fascination of history and America's European roots will love a day exploring the Elizabeth II, a historic 16th century sailing vessel that is docked along the borders of the Roanoke Island Festival Park. This ship can be admired by...

The Christmas Shop

Discover gifts, garlands and glittering lights galore. Looking for a trinket for someone who has everything? Choose ornaments for every hobby, occupation, occasion or enthusiast; from the fisherman or Disney lover; dancer or photographer. Throughout...

Blue Parrot 163

There's nothing like watching a colorful sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean from the large decks boasting ocean views. Ample decking provides plenty of room for sunbathing or sitting on the upper deck with the ocean breezes providing your serenity...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Mike Dianna's Grill Room

Welcome to Mike Dianna's Grill Room, home to the finest seafood, USDA prime beef, amazing live entertainment and more! Come have brunch or dinner with us in Corolla on the beautiful Outer Banks. Celebrating over 20 years in the Timbuck II Shopping...

K5303 Westside Inn on Roanoke Island

Welcome to Westside Inn on Roanoke Island by KEES Vacations! Beautiful landscaping, quiet atmosphere, and remarkable wide-open views of Croatan Sound. Westside Inn provides the perfect intimate waterfront setting for your wedding or other special...

  • Manteo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

Here Comes The Sun 365-A

Here Comes the Sun has everything your family wants in a vacation home. Enjoy the 11’ x 24’ private pool and 6 person hot tub. This cottage offers a lot of extras such as a recreation room with a pool table, basketball, 2 refrigerators, 2...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

Casa Del Mar

Located in Corolla / 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomAppreciate an unbeatable location just steps from the wide sandy beaches of Corolla Light. Located super close to the Oceanfront community pools, restaurant, basketball courts...

  • Corolla
  • 4 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...

Just Right INS-C4

Just Right is the perfect summer vacation place! Just 200' to the wonderful, wide Corolla beaches. The superb location in the Ocean Sands community allows you to relax in the sand and play by the shore, or in the pool! The two spacious bedrooms are...

  • Corolla
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

005 | Jockey's Ridge View

This traditional Nags Head Oceanfront Beach Cottage offers unparalleled views of Jockeys Ridge and is located just steps from the Beach. Enjoy a peaceful walk along the shore or relax on the covered porch in the afternoon while watching the Hang...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Black Pelican

Black Pelican oceanfront restaurant is one of the Outer Banks’ premier restaurants serving lunch and dinner daily. Black Pelican is where you can enjoy fresh seafood, steaks, vegetarian dishes, sandwiches and some of the barrier island’s...

Life's A Beach KIN-1104

Life's A Beach at this fabulous vacation destination! Newly constructed and boasting four bedrooms, three baths, and soothing coastal decor and high-end furnishings, you're sure to feel relaxed, refreshed, and rejuvenated during your stay! Sheets...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms