2026 Nags Head Rainy Day Activities Guide

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Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports

Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports beautiful location and top-of-the-line equipment, together with a friendly and professional staff make it one of the premier water sports centers on the Outer Banks. Nor'Banks' sound front location has a huge...

The Sanctuary at OBX

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Find Your Peace Or Choose An AdventureWelcome to the serenity of The Sanctuary at OBX – a modern 6-bedroom vacation rental located in the heart of...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
Twiddy Wedding Homes

Celebrate your love in a place you love! Twiddy & Company has a wide variety of wedding homes located throughout the Outer Banks. Find the perfect special event home for your Outer Banks wedding, whether you're planning an intimate elopement or...

7592 - Barefoot Blessings

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED FOR 2027! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Enjoy the beauty of wide open beaches in Avon at Barefoot Blessings! With beautiful oceanfront home has...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

MACALLISTER

The MacAllister is a fun, friendly “beach bungalow” with a colorful, island vibe! You’ll melt into that laid back vacation mode as soon as you pull into the drive. The Mac’s electric turquoise blue says “it’s playtime"!MacAllister is a...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
8/22 - 8/29
$1,739  $1,898
$159 off
8/29 - 9/5
$1,576  $1,702
$126 off
9/5 - 9/12
$1,594  $1,652
$58 off
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...

Old Blue Chair

Welcome to your ideal Corolla beach retreat in the highly desirable Villages at Ocean Hill—where location, comfort, and guest-favorite amenities come together for an unforgettable Outer Banks vacation. This beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 3-bath...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Historic Corolla Park

Most all visitors to Corolla will spend at least a sunny afternoon or two at the Historic Corolla Park. This 39 acre site is home to three of the Northern Outer Banks' biggest attractions, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla, the Currituck Beach...

033 | Cranberry Cottage

Ocean, Beach, and Sound views await your family at the Cranberry Cottage. Situated on the Oceanfront in peaceful South Nags Head, this traditional beach cottage is Pet Friendly, boasts lots of Window, Access to the Sun Deck w/Terrific Ocean, Beach...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Resort Realty Property Management

Celebrating 39 years of service in Outer Banks vacation rental property management, Resort Realty is a company that operates locally with in-house feet on the ground; meaning impeccable care for your home with constant communication from our staff...

SEAGLASS

Overview From the moment you arrive at Seaglass, you and your entire family will feel welcome and cozy at this special oceanside vacation retreat, with decor that offers easy breezy beach living at its finest. Seaglass features...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Surf Side Hotel

Our oceanfront hotel rooms in Nags Head, North Carolina provide the absolute best views of the Atlantic Ocean! In addition to the gorgeous view, we also offer a great selection of amenities to our guests, including hot tubs, indoor and outdoor...

1557 - Westover Sunset

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: Exterior painted cream color. NEW FOR 2025: Seating and lower platform added to the pier. Westover...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
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 about to their heart’s content. Parties are available for up to 12 kids ages 2 through 6 – bring your own cake. But it’s the other room where the real action is. Arcade games are located just inside the door, then there’s...

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.

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...