This Week
Thursday, July 2nd - Saturday, July 4th
Ocracoke

Head to the tiny coastal village of Ocracoke for a big Independence Day celebration that includes fireworks, a parade, and plenty of family fun. The highlight of the Ocracoke Independence Day Celebration is the annual amazing fireworks display over the Silver Lake Harbor after the sun goes down. Visitors will find plenty of seating all around the harborfront docks, and can bring along beach chairs, towels, blankets, and everything they need to enjoy the show.

Week of August 3, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Friday, August 7th - Saturday, August 8th
Ocracoke

Take a stroll along any shaded street in Ocracoke village and you’ll naturally notice the town’s love of all-things fig. Fig trees are everywhere in this coastal town, and during this annual celebration, visitors and locals alike can celebrate the fig through a myriad of  music, dancing, history, activities, and of course, plenty of fig goodies.

Week of August 31, 2026 - September 6, 2026
Saturday, September 5th
ocracoke

The Ocracoke Health Center is hosting its fourth fundraising Seafood Festival in 2025, which was revitalized and returned to the island after Hurricane Dorian hit Ocracoke Island in 2019. Featuring live music, a live auction and silent auction, and plenty of fresh seafood, the late summer festival is a great way for Ocracoke newcomers and visitors to discover what the great flavors of this island are all about.

Week of October 5, 2026 - October 11, 2026
Saturday, October 10th
ocracoke

Join the Ocracoke Preservation Society in celebrating Ocracoke heritage with its rich history and continuing tradition of working on the water with this unique festival that made its grand debut in 2023. Held on the grounds of the Ocracoke Preservation Society Museum, this festival will celebrate these traditions with booths and exhibits with the watermen themselves, as well as plenty of food and fun to go around.

Week of October 26, 2026 - November 1, 2026
Friday, October 30th - Saturday, October 31st
Ocracoke

Come to Ocracoke Island for a Pirate Halloween! The Ocracoke Pirate Jamboree is an annual and multiple-day event that is highlighted by a family-friendly Pirate Encampment by Blackbeard's Pirate Crew on Ocracoke Island, and an ensuing world of fun on the southern Outer Banks.

Week of November 23, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Friday, November 27th
Ocracoke

Ring in the holidays island-style with this seasonal parade that takes place on the waters that surrounds Ocracoke village. The Ocracoke Parade of Boats is a celebration of life on the water, and this annual procession of ships of all shapes and sizes is sure to make anyone fall in love with the coastal scene and community that calls Ocracoke Island home.

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The Freedom 5k
Jul 3

July 3, 2026

Join us Friday, July 3rd, 2026 for the SUN Realty Freedom 5k/1 Mile - 7:30 AM and Little Sparkler 1/4 Mile Fun Run - 8:10 AM!

Outer Banks Blue

Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...

GARBEE PATT (form. Garbee Graves)

Relaxing is easy at “Garbee Patt”. Picture yourself waking up to an Outer Banks ocean view from the top deck with your morning cup of coffee. With the beach access only 90 yards away, you will be on the beach in no time taking that morning...

  • Southern Shores
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
8/16 - 8/23
$4,271  $4,746
$475 off
8/30 - 9/6
$3,419  $3,768
$349 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,830  $3,097
$267 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,786  $3,097
$311 off
9/27 - 10/4
$2,816  $3,097
$281 off
10/4 - 10/11
$2,838  $3,097
$259 off
10/11 - 10/18
$2,838  $3,097
$259 off
10/18 - 10/25
$2,525  $2,749
$224 off
10/25 - 11/1
$2,589  $2,749
$160 off
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe

Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...

Windy Daze

SOUNDFRONT Salvo - Turtle Ct. - WINDY DAZE is extraordinary living. Every detail was thought about in the 5270 sq. ft. home. The first floor features a game room with pool table, kitchenette with refrigerator, TV/DVD, stereo, half bath and...

  • Salvo
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
Flip Flop Shops

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



La Maison de la Mer

2025 Upgrades supplied brand new deck railings, new carpeting on all stairs and a entirely refreshed first floor Rec Room. 2024 Upgrades supplied new beds in every bedroom, pair of bathrooms completely modernized, new landscaping, a new roof and...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
7/10 - 7/17
$5,170  $6,251
$1,081 off
9/5 - 9/12
$4,293  $4,676
$383 off
9/9 - 9/16
$3,191  $3,451
$260 off
Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

Kotuku A-30

Nestled just a short walk (approximately 200’) from the community beach access and situated in a quiet neighborhood in the heart of Avon Village, Kotuku is the perfect home for your next beach getaway with family and friends! Close to the Avon...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. The newest ladies' and girls swimsuits, 20% off every day! Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear...

ANCHOR AWEIGH

Let your Vacation begin at “Anchor Aweigh” located in the beautiful Chicahauk neighborhood, including private beach access parking, bike and walking paths and Trinite Park featuring tennis courts, a playground and bocce ball court. This property...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
8/22 - 8/29
$2,332  $2,651
$319 off
8/29 - 9/5
$2,094  $2,325
$231 off
9/5 - 9/12
$1,963  $2,158
$195 off
Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

The Roanoke Marshes lighthouse is often one of the most overlooked of the Outer Banks lighthouses, simply because of its small stature, limited visibility and remote location tucked away at the quiet east end of the Manteo waterfront.

Mr. Sandman

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.You'll sleep soundly at Mr. Sandman in Corolla! Located in the Whalehead Beach community, this house is perfect for multi-family groups, with multiple...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
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...

Barefoot Crab

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.An Action Packed LocationBarefoot Crab is a well-appointed seven-bedroom vacation home located on the north end of Corolla’s Whalehead Beach. Just a...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14