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.
October 17, 2026
The Outer Banks Seafood Festival is rapidly becoming one of the highlights of the fall season, with plenty of fresh seafood, storytelling, and activities to keep everyone fully entertained. This all-day event takes place at the waterfront Event Site...
KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...
With no development to the east or west, Midsomer captures sunrise over the Atlantic and sunset over the Currituck Sound from the same oceanfront address. This nine-bedroom Corolla retreat from Carolina Designs pairs a custom 34' x 19' private...
- Corolla
- 9 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms
Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...
OCEANVIEW Rodanthe - South Holiday -Let ISLAND BREEZE take you away on vacation this year with both ocean vistas and unbelievable sound vistas, bright, colorful rooms, fun island décor and all the amenities of home. As you would expect from a home...
- Rodanthe
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...
Set a course for Mariner's Light! This lovely seven-bedroom home with 100' of oceanfront to enjoy on the sandy shores of Hatteras Island is perfect for your family’s next Outer Banks escape. Everyone is sure to love the panoramic ocean views, the...
- Avon
- 7 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Experience the Outer Banks from the water with Old Man Charters, a personalized boat tour company based in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Departing from a private dock on the southern end of Roanoke Island, Old Man Charters...
“Splash and Go” is a quaint cottage perfect for small families on a budget! But you don’t miss out on amenities with a private pool and hot tub included in this lovely little cottage by the sea. Comfy and convenient, it’s a great spot for...
- Nags Head
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
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! Unmatched panoramic views of the Ocean and Currituck Sound from this charming Outer Banks townhome located in Sanderling next door to the...
- Duck
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
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...
Happy Dog Days with a Paw Shaped Pool is a one-of-a-kind home. This spacious and beautifully decorated home was designed to accommodate your family as well as your canine companions. The custom-built paw print pool comes with FREE POOL HEAT FOR FALL...
- Nags Head
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 27 years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...
OCEANVIEW Salvo - Colony Dr. - For a calming vacation that’s filled with sound and ocean vistas, steer into JAKE’S WAKE. Stroll down to the beach or relax outdoors by the shining private pool or in the private hot tub. Kick off the flip flops...
- Salvo
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms