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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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This family-friendly event is a collection of music, sports, and OBX fun, and features a full roster of activities and entertainment to keep everyone in the party smiling. Special events within the Dare2Care OBX Shred Fest line-up include multiple bands and musicians throughout the day, live demos performed by professional skateboarders and BMX riders, a special appearance by roller derby women, appearances by Special Olympics athletes, and much, much more. In addition, the festivities will have a host of games for patrons of all ages, food, and local art vendors for unique and one-of-a-kind OBX treasures.
October 24, 2026
Celebrate the arrival of fall at Island Farm! On the first four Saturdays in October, Island Farm will host its 15th Annual Pumpkin Patch event, happening October 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th from 9 A.M. until 3 P.M. Admission for visitors ages four...
Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...
The Sandbar is in the heart of Kitty Hawk, convenient to fishing piers, golfing, shopping, eateries and walking distance to top rated local restaurants (Art’s Place & Ocean Blvd). Tucked in on the beach road, this beautiful 6-bedroom /6 full...
- Kitty Hawk
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...
OCEANFRONT Hatteras — Durant Station Condo, Unit 103 — GNARLY WAVE is guaranteed to make a splash! With a prime first-floor position at the Durant Station condominium complex, you are just steps away from sinking your toes into the soft sand...
- Hatteras
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
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...
Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms / 4 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomSavor a Friday check-in with little to no traffic on your arrival day! Mango Manor is a great spot for your family vacation, located just a short walk to the beach and offers all the...
- Corolla
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...
Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 5 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomBring the entire family, friends and guests because there's room for everybody in this sizable Soundside home in Corolla Light where there's an activity or sport to suit...
- Corolla
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
Stay, Play and Eat- Donuts, Ice Cream & Coffee Treats! Located on the Duck Boardwalk, behind Dockside Seafood, this breakfast & Dessert-Shop features treats you've never tasted before! Try the hot, made to order, donutz...
Welcome to Beach Angel, a beautiful oceanside retreat in Corolla’s popular Ocean Sands community, just a short 100-yard stroll to the beach! With a bright and open floor plan and thoughtful amenities throughout, this well-maintained home is...
- Corolla
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none...
This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.“Hughes Hideaway” is a semi-oceanfront mansion with private pool, hot tub, beautiful finishes, huge spaces for everyone and a manicured lawn for the...
- Corolla
- 9 Bedrooms
- 9 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 21
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...
Welcome to Ocean Vistas at Sand Castle Village by KEES Vacations! Imagine starting your day by gazing at ocean views, watching the dolphins jump out of the blue Atlantic water, or being able to walk out onto the deck and see mesmerizing views of...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
