Nags Head Night Life Events - 2026 Schedule

Nags Head Night Life Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of November 23, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Friday, November 27th - Sunday, January 3rd
Nags Head

The 12 Bars of Christmas transforms the Outer Banks into a month-long holiday celebration filled with festive cocktails, over-the-top décor, themed pop-up bars, and plenty of coastal Christmas cheer. Stretching from Manteo to Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills, the popular seasonal event invites locals and visitors alike to experience the OBX in a whole new way as 12 participating restaurants and bars are transformed into immersive holiday wonderlands.

Saturday, November 28th 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Nags Head

Ignite your holiday spirit with this special annual event that combines the natural beauty of the Outer Banks with twinkling Christmas lights for an unforgettable display and seasonal experience. The Kites With Lights event is hosted by the flagship Kitty Hawk Kites store that’s just across the street from Jockey’s Ridge State Park, and the beautiful landscape of twinkling kites with the iconic massive sand dunes of the park in the background will be a sight that spectators won’t soon forget.

Week of November 30, 2026 - December 6, 2026
Friday, November 27th - Sunday, January 3rd
Nags Head

The 12 Bars of Christmas transforms the Outer Banks into a month-long holiday celebration filled with festive cocktails, over-the-top décor, themed pop-up bars, and plenty of coastal Christmas cheer. Stretching from Manteo to Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills, the popular seasonal event invites locals and visitors alike to experience the OBX in a whole new way as 12 participating restaurants and bars are transformed into immersive holiday wonderlands.

Week of December 7, 2026 - December 13, 2026
Friday, November 27th - Sunday, January 3rd
Nags Head

The 12 Bars of Christmas transforms the Outer Banks into a month-long holiday celebration filled with festive cocktails, over-the-top décor, themed pop-up bars, and plenty of coastal Christmas cheer. Stretching from Manteo to Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills, the popular seasonal event invites locals and visitors alike to experience the OBX in a whole new way as 12 participating restaurants and bars are transformed into immersive holiday wonderlands.

Week of December 14, 2026 - December 20, 2026
Friday, November 27th - Sunday, January 3rd
Nags Head

The 12 Bars of Christmas transforms the Outer Banks into a month-long holiday celebration filled with festive cocktails, over-the-top décor, themed pop-up bars, and plenty of coastal Christmas cheer. Stretching from Manteo to Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills, the popular seasonal event invites locals and visitors alike to experience the OBX in a whole new way as 12 participating restaurants and bars are transformed into immersive holiday wonderlands.

Week of December 21, 2026 - December 27, 2026
Friday, November 27th - Sunday, January 3rd
Nags Head

The 12 Bars of Christmas transforms the Outer Banks into a month-long holiday celebration filled with festive cocktails, over-the-top décor, themed pop-up bars, and plenty of coastal Christmas cheer. Stretching from Manteo to Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills, the popular seasonal event invites locals and visitors alike to experience the OBX in a whole new way as 12 participating restaurants and bars are transformed into immersive holiday wonderlands.

Week of December 28, 2026 - January 3, 2027
Friday, November 27th - Sunday, January 3rd
Nags Head

The 12 Bars of Christmas transforms the Outer Banks into a month-long holiday celebration filled with festive cocktails, over-the-top décor, themed pop-up bars, and plenty of coastal Christmas cheer. Stretching from Manteo to Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills, the popular seasonal event invites locals and visitors alike to experience the OBX in a whole new way as 12 participating restaurants and bars are transformed into immersive holiday wonderlands.

Week of December 28, 2026 - January 3, 2027
Friday, November 27th - Sunday, January 3rd
Nags Head

The 12 Bars of Christmas transforms the Outer Banks into a month-long holiday celebration filled with festive cocktails, over-the-top décor, themed pop-up bars, and plenty of coastal Christmas cheer. Stretching from Manteo to Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills, the popular seasonal event invites locals and visitors alike to experience the OBX in a whole new way as 12 participating restaurants and bars are transformed into immersive holiday wonderlands.

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 22

July 22, 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...

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...

Sunset Pleasure

SOUNDSIDE Avon – Kinnakeet Shores Resort – The enjoyment is all ours to introduce SUNSET PLEASURE, a majestic seven-bedroom/seven full- and one-half-bath home that promises to enthrall from sunrise to sunset with gorgeously designed spaces...

  • Avon
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
Brew Thru

No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...

SEASHELL

Seashell is an excellent Outer Banks vacation location to sit back and unwind. This serene home is the perfect fit for a single-family vacation. The numerous living areas allow your family to spread out and relax. Don’t worry about putting Fido...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
8/23 - 8/30
$1,225  $1,341
$116 off
Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...

881 | Jack's Shack

This comfortable family beach cottage is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy time together. Comfortably furnished, covered porch facing the Ocean, and a very well equipped kitchen are just part of what makes Jack's Shack a great vacation choice...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Beach Realty and Construction

Over 450 Outer Banks vacation rentals with amenities such as private pools, hot tubs, elevators, keyless entry, 1 - 9 bedrooms, Oceanfront to Soundfront, 4x4 Carova...

5823 - Moonstruck

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: Roof and living room couches. Home will be Pet Free for 2027.  Welcome to Moonstruck! This 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom Outer Banks...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 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...

Pure Joy

OCEANFRONT Buxton - South Tower Circle - This roomy and comfortable home is a PURE JOY for enormous family groups. Savor great vistas of the lighthouse, just a short bicycle ride away. The steps to the beach and convenient outside showers makes...

  • Buxton
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 5 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...

Windsurfer's Dream

SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Salvo – Wind Over Waves – With unobstructed sound vistas, rigging area in the front of the home and the community boat launch merely feet away, it's simple to see why this vacation rental home is a WINDSURFER'S DREAM. The...

  • Salvo
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 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...

OCEAN VIEW

Discover your perfect Corolla getaway at Ocean View, a spectacular semi-oceanfront retreat just steps from the sand with breathtaking views of the Atlantic. Ideal for families or large groups, this 6-bedroom home blends spacious indoor living with...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15
2/7 - 2/14
$2,095  $2,667
$572 off
2/14 - 2/21
$2,095  $2,667
$572 off
2/21 - 2/28
$2,095  $2,667
$572 off
2/28 - 3/7
$2,095  $2,667
$572 off
3/7 - 3/14
$2,095  $2,667
$572 off
3/14 - 3/21
$2,095  $2,667
$572 off
3/21 - 3/28
$2,095  $2,667
$572 off
3/28 - 4/4
$2,392  $2,817
$425 off