2026 Nags Head Kid Friendly Activities Guide

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Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

5410 - Ocean Star

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Ocean Star brings you oceanfront bliss and comfort! This luxury Outer Banks vacation home has 9 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
Coastal Home OBX

Distinctive, Authentic, Affordable Coastal Furniture & Design. Beach Living Furniture Line • Largest In-Stock Furniture Warehouse on the OBX • Professional Design Services. Transform your home—visit our showroom in Kill Devil...

847 | Coleman's Mermaid Hideaway

New in 2026, a large covered Gazebo over Hot Tub - with built-in benches, new enclosed fence, all new exterior decking - & inside, new wood flooring at all 3 levels.Coleman’s Mermaid Hideaway provides a great, close to the beach location...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
8/22 - 8/28
$3,195  $4,295
$1,100 off
9/12 - 9/18
$2,195  $2,695
$500 off
9/19 - 9/25
$2,195  $2,495
$300 off
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...

QUALITY TIME

Discover QUALITY TIME in Corolla, a Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental just 75 yards from the nearest community beach access in the sought-after Pine Island subdivision. This 6-bedroom semi-oceanfront Outer Banks home pairs a 28 x 14 private...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs Realty

Plan your Outer Banks vacation with Carolina Designs! Browse our inventory of 350+ select Outer Banks vacation rentals located in the towns of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. Book online anytime, or reach...

Bowers I TGS-C2

From this second-floor end unit, you will enjoy the breathtaking ocean views from your private balcony. Bowers I is conveniently located close to shopping and local attractions. Enjoy grilling out on one of the park grills located on-site or dine...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Donutz on a Stick

Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz...

Our Point Of View

Upgraded TVs for 2026!Located in Duck / 2 Bedrooms / 2 Full BathroomsFor those who must be Oceanfront but don't need the space of a huge home, "Our Point of View", a top floor, two-bedroom, two bath, Oceanfront condo in Colony By The Sea is for you...

  • Duck
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 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...

Angels Above

Welcome to Angels Above, where water views and relaxation meet in the heart of Nags Head. This two-bedroom, two-bath condominium is tucked away in the quiet Villas community of Nags Head. Overlooking the sound, this inviting retreat blends comfort...

  • Nags Head
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

Sawyers Lodge

Sawyers Lodge | Soundfront Waterfront Retreat with Private Pool, Dock & Stunning ViewsWelcome to Sawyers Lodge, a truly one-of-a-kind Outer Banks waterfront vacation home located on its own private peninsula in Currituck County. This gated...

  • Powells Point
  • 5 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 organization,  conduct their research and hear about some of the discoveries from more than a decade of studies and monitoring. Some of the hundreds of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in the area show up so frequently they’ve even been given...

Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.

Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt" or the vacationing fisherman.  Give us a call at 252-441-6301 ext. 1

Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom, O’Neill, Roxy, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Hobie, Catch Surf, Under Armour, Reef, Rainbow and more, you will always find the latest fashions and trends available in store. Our unmatched quality and service makes us a favorite for locals and visitors alike, and...

Jockey's Ridge State Park

Jockey's Ridge State Park is an unmistakable landmark for Nags Head vacationers and virtually everyone passing through along the main beach bypass, US 158. This park is marked by its towering sand dunes, which reach 80' - 100' feet tall and look...

Beach Braids

For the Best Outer Banks hair wraps, cornrows, jagua tattoos, full color temporary tattoos, fancy hair wraps, reggae hemp wraps, beach braids or gypsy braids … There is only one place to go — Beach Braids - Hair Wraps & Henna...

Bodie Island Lighthouse

The Bodie Island Lighthouse, (pronounced "Body") is located just south of the town of Nags Head and Whalebone Junction, where Highway 158, Highway 64, and NC Highway 12 intersect. Visitors travelling towards Hatteras Island can't help but notice the...

Climb Aboard the Crystal Dawn Head Boat and Enjoy an Awesome Day of Head Boat Fishing or an Amazing Sunset Cruise! Bring the Whole Family! Fish for a variety of species, including spot, croaker, flounder, grey trout, speckled trout...

Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head offers fishing and fun for the entire family! Go fishing, take a family fishing class or simply walk out to the end of this 1,000-foot-long, concrete ocean pier.