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...
Off the beach, one of the best activities for groups to enjoy in the Outer Banks is mini golf, bumper cars or Go-Karts. Thankfully, Paradise Fun Park offers all three activities! Paradise Fun Park offers exciting outdoor activities that kids and...
Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Fleur de Duck is a 4 bedroom 3 bedroom home located in the Schooner Ridge community in Duck. This pet-friendly Outer Banks vacation home has...
- Duck
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Corolla Wild Horse Tours knowledgeable guides will ensure you and your family have a great wild horse tour! Along the way the guides will stop and point out interesting sites and local history and details of the Corolla Wild Horses history. Be sure...
BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! You too can enjoy A Wonderful Life! This beautifully decorated Outer Banks vacation home is steps from a convenient...
- Nags Head
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
OCEANFRONT — Kinnakeet Dr., Avon — Yes, you have discovered a jewel of a home - a ideal dream hideaway amidst the sea and stars. TIFFY BLUE is a haven of chic coastal living just steps away from the shimmering ocean. Park your cars in the two...
- Avon
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...
A Fantastic Beach Vacation Awaits When You Choose this Elegant Home. Attention to Detail is Evident with Beautiful Furnishings Throughout, Fenced Back Yard, Pool and Extensive List of Amenities. Like Golf? Each Rental Guest receives Kilmarlic Golf...
- Kitty Hawk
- 5 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...
Welcome to Mermaid Cottage at Beacon Quarters by KEES Vacations! Enjoy understated elegance in this luxury condo within the soothing and brand new Corolla community. The whole group will enjoy private community access to the sandy oceanfront, while...
- Corolla
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...
BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW SALTWATER PRIVATE POOL FOR 2026, AVAILABLE STARTING MAY 2ND! A Sailors View is the Outer Banks rental you've been...
- Nags Head
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
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...
This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.With the beach just across the street and family fun all around, 4 Gulls & 1 Buoy! (formerly More to Come) is the getaway you’ll be counting down...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
