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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

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...

The Christmas Shop

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Roundabout Resort

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  • 4 Bathrooms
Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



Fore-Shore

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  • Corolla
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  • 3 Bathrooms
Henry's Restaurant

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FAIRWINDS

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  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
The Farmer's Daughter

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Carolina Breeze 235-A

Just a short walk to the beach, Carolina Breeze is a lovely 4 bedroom 2 bath oceanside beach cottage in Kitty Hawk. Located on a small side street, Carolina Breeze is in a great location with access to the beach within a few hundred feet. You will...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

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Sea Dunes D1

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  • Kitty Hawk
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  • 3 Bathrooms
Jolly Roger

When you first catch sight of The Jolly Roger, you might be unsure exactly what to think of it. Since its conversion from a gas station/grocery store to a restaurant in 1972, The Jolly Roger has been anything but your ordinary Outer Banks...

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Wright By The Pier is an outstanding Oceanfront Home loaded with amenities designed to ensure your family will want to come back year after year. A memorable Outer Banks Vacation for your entire family. The ocean views are second to none. Located...

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Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

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  • 7.5 Bathrooms