The Outer Banks, and the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge in particular, is known as one of the best bird watching destinations in the world, and the annual Wings Over Water celebrates this distinction like no other local festival. The weeklong event, which is held each October, features a wide range of educational programs, lectures, and opportunities to meet and greet with fellow birders. During this year's festival, attendees will also have the opportunity to go on guided birding trips, attend art and photography workshops, take a tram or kayak tour of National Wildlife Refuge, visit an ancient maritime forest, and much, much more. A complete schedule can be found online at the organization's website, and attendees should note that some programs do cost a small fee to participate.
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...
Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...
SOUNDFRONT Waves - Lela Ct. - SOUND EFFECT is a waterman’s dream! Appreciate wind, waves, sand, and memorable sunsets. Kiters and windsurfers can launch directly from the private 130 feet of newly upgraded grassy sound front, enough space to...
- Waves
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Brindley Beach Vacations offers premier Real Estate and Property Management services across the entire Outer Banks. Representing more than 450 vacation rental homes, we proudly serve every region—from the southern beaches of Hatteras Island...
Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: New mattress for Queen Master Bedroom. Located in the Georgetown Sands community, Outer Thanks is a 2 bedroom 2.5 bathroom condo...
- Duck
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
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...
OCEANFRONT Rodanthe - Midgett Dr. - Are you looking for luxury amenities, peaceful location and simple beach access? Then SAILOR'S LANDING is ideal for you. This home has charming water vistas. Inside the home try to pry the teenagers out of the...
- Rodanthe
- 7 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
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...
Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to A Promise Kept, a spacious Outer Banks vacation home perfect for you and your family! Located in the Whalehead Beach community in the...
- Corolla
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
Welcome to Pelican Vue! This semi-oceanfront beach house is located just 500' from the beach, making this ideal for families and beachgoers. This stunning property is under new ownership and offers breathtaking beach views from the front and a...
- Nags Head
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
Opened in 2021, the Bonner Pier is one of the more unique piers along the Outer Banks, as the 1,000-ft. long concrete structure was once the southern terminal of the original Bonner Bridge. Once the bridge was replaced by the new Basnight Bridge, a...
OCEANFRONT Waves - Thalassa Ave There is no reason to draw a line in the sand when choosing a resort home for your family’s next beach vacation. That is because LAUGHING GULL LANDING requires no compromise — everything you want in a restorative...
- Waves
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
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.
With bright and airy decor, Bluff Point is perfect for your family vacation. This semi-oceanfront cottage located in Nags Head at milepost 19.5 has beautiful ocean views. Beach access is just 150 feet away, so you can easily go back and forth from...
- Nags Head
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms