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.

Outer Banks Map
Carova Corolla Duck Southern Shores Kitty Hawk Kill Devil Hills Manteo Nags Head Wanchese Rodanthe Waves Salvo Avon Buxton Frisco Hatteras Ocracoke
Lighthouse 5K Series
Jul 15

July 15, 2026

(+ more dates)

Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead...

Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



Red Stripe Morn 563-A

Experience breathtaking sunrises from the furnished ocean deck and fall asleep to the sounds of the surf at Red Stripe Morn. The ocean views from this beautiful cottage will call you back year after year. Located on a private drive at milepost 19.5...

  • Nags Head
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

OC4 The Bosun's Cottage at Oceanside Cou...

Welcome to The Bosun's Cottage at Oceanside Court by KEES Vacations! These quaint oceanfront cottages are the perfect place for you and your family to have a unique and unforgettable vacation offering the perfect balance between amenities and...

  • Nags Head
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 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...

440 | Mostaccioli Nights

6/9/26: Beach Nourishment has been completed in this area. Come and enjoy the refreshed beach! Recent Updates include: 2026: All new flooring in bedrooms along with new furnishings. 2025: All new dining room furniture, new artwork throughout and 5...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Corolla Raceway

The Ultimate Go Kart Racetrack That Kids and Adults will Enjoy! Corolla Raceway is the premier Go-Kart experience. Our upscale facility is designed to provide a first class entertainment experience. Corolla Raceway provides the newest Single...

164 | Captain Mac’s Retreat

Captain Mac’s Retreat is a classic Ocean Front home that will take you back to a more laid-back era. Featuring pine floors, tongue and groove wood walls and exposed beams, this traditional cottage remains rustic in nature yet has been updated...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

641 | By The Shore

Wake up to sunrise over the Atlantic, spend your day steps from the sand, and end the evening watching sunset over the sound from your own private crow’s nest.For the 2026 season, this longtime guest favorite in South Nags Head has been...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
7/18 - 7/24
$8,495  $10,695
$2,200 off
The Farmer's Daughter

Founded in 1984 on the coast of the Outer Banks, NC, Farmer’s Daughter still remains a destination for people wanting great quality, outstanding selection of unique clothing, accessories, and gifts at affordable prices. Committed to offering...

SEVENTH HEAVEN

“Seventh Heaven” is a stunning 6-bedroom oceanside retreat in the tranquil Seacrest Village neighborhood in Southern Shores. The home boasts breathtaking ocean views, a refreshing private pool, soothing hot tub, and a fun-filled game room. All...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
8/22 - 8/29
$5,361  $6,249
$888 off
8/29 - 9/5
$4,628  $5,380
$752 off
9/5 - 9/12
$4,448  $4,945
$497 off
9/12 - 9/19
$4,028  $4,419
$391 off
9/19 - 9/26
$3,950  $4,419
$469 off
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 27 years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

Seashell

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomLocated amidst oceanside oaks and sea grass, "Seashell" is a family vacation semi-oceanfront home with vistas from its many Oceanside windows. Located on a huge corner 20,000 square...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms