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Week of October 12, 2026 - October 18, 2026
Tuesday, October 13th - Sunday, October 18th
Rodanthe

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.

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Outer Banks Seafood Festival
Oct 17

October 17, 2026

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Brew Thru

No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...

Wellington By The Sea WEL-306

This beautiful top level condo at Wellington by the Sea has amazing views of the Atlantic Ocean! Wake up early to watch the breathtaking sunrise while sitting on your private balcony with a cup of coffee. At night, view the stars as you listen to...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
The Northern Outer Banks

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...

K6104 Feeling Tip Sea at Carolina Shores

Welcome to Feeling Tip Sea by KEES Vacations! LIMITED TIME ONLY: Feeling Tip Sea is offering FREE pet stays! Full of modern style, amenities, and amazing proximity to the ocean, you will fall in love with Feeling Tip Sea! Here is where you can...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

FIVE LITTLE DUCKS

Beyond the sliding glass doors of the rec room, a private pool and hot tub set the tone at Five Little Ducks, a six-bedroom Carolina Designs retreat in Duck where lounge seating sits steps from the 28-foot private pool. Four king suites, a pool...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

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EASTWICK

Spend your beach vacation in one of the loveliest homes in Southern Shores, with attention to detail that you do not often find in a vacation home! This unique Second Tier Oceanfront property also has its own private beach access and dune deck.Level...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
10/18 - 10/25
$3,070  $3,939
$869 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...

1849 - Dream Come True

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! For beautiful ocean views and easy direct access to the beach, this home will be a perfect choice! Because it backs up to the open space, there...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Cosmo's Pizzeria Southern Shores

If you're searching for great pizza on the Outer Banks, look no further than Cosmo's Pizzeria at The Marketplace in Southern Shores! We offer authentic New York-style pizza made fresh and just the way you like, using only the highest quality...

Perfect Break

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.A Swell Place to StayCatch your Perfect Break in Kill Devil Hills! Only a few blocks from the beach, this recently updated vacation rental has all the...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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Back Country Safari Tours

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...

SEA BISCUIT

Wonderfully well-maintained home with a new swimming pool and outdoor kitchen. Located in a quiet, low traffic area of Southern Shores but just minutes from Duck and Kitty Hawk's amazing restaurants and shopping. The home's interior is well-kept...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12