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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Sandy Run Park

Sandy Run Park leads its visitors through the heart of Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Preserve, one of the largest maritime forests remaining in North Carolina. Completed in two phases, the park now encompasses 1600 acres of marshland, waterways and...

Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

Happy Ours SWB-35

Happy Ours is a lovely, oceanside home in the off-road area of Carova, with 6 bedrooms (3 of which are en suites with private baths). Enjoy unobstructed ocean views from just about everywhere in this beautifully designed vacation rental. Take an...

  • Carova
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
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...

SALTY BREEZES

Overview Relax and unwind at Salty Breezes on the oceanfront in Duck! Located directly on the beach with a private dune deck, enjoy seemingly endless ocean views from practically every vantage point. Modern coastal decor throughout with...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 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...

Sea Sprite WHL-104

Step into the welcoming embrace of Sea Sprite, a stunning coastal haven perfectly situated for an unforgettable beach experience. Revel in panoramic ocean views from the upper sun deck and enjoy the convenience of a corner lot directly connected to...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

Shore Leave

Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms/ 3 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomRecent upgrades include a completely remodeled kitchen with all new appliances, freshly refreshed bathrooms throughout and all new flat-screen TVs!  Shore Leave is the third villa...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

Into The Sun

Into the Sun is your front-row seat to a classic Outer Banks sunrise. Start your morning on the deck, coffee in hand, as the sun rises over the Atlantic. Indoors, gather in the spacious great room or play a game of ping pong in the game room. The...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

SG112 Sea Gull 2 Bedroom Efficiency

Welcome to Sea Gull Motel by KEES Vacations! The Sea Gull Motel is an oceanside hotel property is perfectly situated on Highway 12 at milepost 70.5. Sea Gull offers one two full bed standard hotel rooms and one king bed efficiencies. All of the...

  • Hatteras
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 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...

Our Happy Place 319

Welcome to Our Happy Place, a thoughtfully designed, single-level home featuring step-free access throughout, making every moment of your stay effortless - from unpacking to poolside relaxation. Located in the beautiful and serene community of Water...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms