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 Mystic Jewel

Walk into this shop and you’ll be delighted by all the glittering and sparkling from the way the mirrors and lighting show off jewelry from over 100 different designers and local artisans. Artfully-designed cases line the walls, filled with...

7021 - The Inn at Rodanthe

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Note: Driveway can have accessibility challenges with shifting sand occasionally covering driveway. 4x4...

  • Rodanthe
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Brindley Beach Vacations

Brindley Beach Vacations offers premier Real Estate and Property Management services across the entire Outer Banks. Representing more than 450 vacation rental homes, we proudly serve every region—from the southern beaches of Hatteras Island...

687 | Castle Dune

Enjoy the Royal Life, you'll be treated like royalty, while vacationing at "Castle Dune" located on the Oceanfront in peaceful South Nags Head. This expansive 10 Bedroom estate provides Panoramic Ocean Views and a long list of features that are...

  • Nags Head
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 20
Kitty Hawk Surf Co.

Experience more adventure, fun, and style with Kitty Hawk Surf Company. As the trusted Outer Banks retailer for all top surf and lifestyle brands, including, Hurley, Billabong, RVCA, The North Face, Patagonia, Salt Life, Salty Crew, Volcom...

Summer Winds

Located in Duck/ 5 Bedrooms/ 3 Full BathroomsLet the summer winds whisk your troubles away. A good time will be had by all when you choose this comfortable and well-designed beach getaway with ocean vistas.Ground Level: Outside amenities include an...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs Realty

Plan your Outer Banks vacation with Carolina Designs! Browse our inventory of 350+ select Outer Banks vacation rentals located in the towns of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. Book online anytime, or reach...

142 | Happy Ours

Happy Ours will be "happy yours" when you choose this terrific home for your Outer Banks vacation. Well-appointed, nicely decorated this home has many top-of the line enhancements to make your family vacation special and memorable here at the...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
American Pie

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...

261 | The Beach House

This Nags Head Oceanfront home boasts outstanding Ocean Views & a spacious floor plan that includes 2 Oceanfront Private Suites, Hardwood Floors, Rec. Room w/Pool Table, Private 12x26 Swimming Pool, custom décor, & special touches...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

661 | Sweet Thing

Sweet Think is a traditional Kitty Hawk Beach Cottage that is very comfortable, nicely decorated, and offers magnificent Ocean and Beach Views. Situated just above the Beach this is a great place to relax and watch the waves roll in. Perfect for a...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
TRiO Restaurant & Market

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...

Freedom

Located in Kitty Hawk / 5 Bedrooms / 3 Full BathroomsAppreciate unobstructed ocean vistas from the decks and hot tub! Packed with upgrades and extras, your family will appreciate making vacation memories in the Outer Banks home. Outside: Outside...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms