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.

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Lighthouse 5K Series
Aug 4

August 4, 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. 



727 | Eyes on the Horizon

For 2026: All New Granite Countertops in Kitchen/Great Room, The Addition of a 2nd Refrigerator in the Kitchen, New Lighting Fixtures Throughout, Newly Redecorated Main Entry Area, Freshly Paint Throughout. This spacious Oceanfront Estate looks...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 11.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 24
8/15 - 8/21
$9,995  $16,495
$6,500 off
8/29 - 9/4
$7,995  $9,995
$2,000 off
Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a...

5240 - The Sea Spirit

MP 7. Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! The Sea Spirit is a magnificent 10-bedroom, 11.5-bathroom Outer Banks rental located in Kill Devil Hills. The Sea Spirit is the epitome of...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 10.5 Bathrooms
Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

Key to Paradise

Key to Paradise has excellent ocean views and easy beach access. 3 Houses back from ocean. Walk to shops, restaurants and area amenities. Enjoy "Island Time" at Key to Paradise! Amenities include Smart TVs, 2 DVD Players, DVD Library, convenient...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 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...

THE WRIGHT PLACE

The Wright Place is a three-bedroom condo located in the Golden Strand Condominium complex in Kill Devil Hills. The location of this cute oceanfront condo can't be beat: located on 1st level with spectacular ocean views, this end unit also offers a...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
9/20 - 9/27
$1,391  $1,569
$178 off
9/27 - 10/4
$1,396  $1,569
$173 off
10/4 - 10/11
$1,427  $1,569
$142 off
10/11 - 10/18
$1,427  $1,569
$142 off
10/18 - 10/25
$1,248  $1,366
$118 off
10/25 - 11/1
$1,248  $1,366
$118 off
11/1 - 11/8
$1,157  $1,216
$59 off
11/8 - 11/15
$1,167  $1,216
$49 off
11/15 - 11/22
$1,167  $1,216
$49 off
11/29 - 12/6
$1,195  $1,216
$21 off
12/27 - 1/3
$1,190  $1,216
$26 off
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...

Seas the Moment 372

Welcome to Seas the Moment, your dream oceanside retreat in the heart of Kill Devil Hills! This stunning 4-bedroom coastal sanctuary offers everything your family needs for an unforgettable Outer Banks getaway. Dive year-round into the indoor pool...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
9/12 - 9/19
$2,029  $2,379
$350 off
10/3 - 10/10
$1,823  $2,173
$350 off
10/17 - 10/24
$1,823  $2,173
$350 off
10/24 - 10/31
$1,823  $2,173
$350 off
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...

Robin's Nest

OCEANFRONT Avon- Oceanview Drive - Make yourself comfortable in ROBIN'S NEST. Along with the enormous oceanfront pool with poolside tiki bar with 43" flat screen TV, access to a cabana half bath and two outdoor showers, this home offers bountiful...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Wild Horse Adventure Tours has been voted the #1 tour company in the USA by TripAdvisor. Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive OPEN AIR, 13-passenger Hummers with one of...

Tide Watcher

Located in Kill Devil Hills/ 5 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomYour family will adore this striking vacation home that offers everything you need to create vacation memories. Located at Milepost 9.5, this semi-oceanfront home offers...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
8/15 - 8/22
$4,843  $5,303
$460 off
9/3 - 9/10
$3,957  $4,319
$362 off
9/24 - 10/1
$2,224  $2,224
$0 off
9/30 - 10/7
$2,224  $2,224
$0 off