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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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Lighthouse 5K Series
Sep 2

September 2, 2026

(+ more dates)

Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead...

Miller's Waterfront Restaurant

MILLER’S OFFERS ONE OF THE FEW TRULY WATERFRONT DINING EXPERIENCES ON THE OUTER BANKS. Enjoy casual dining in our downstairs family-friendly seafood restaurant, or our signature drinks and grill menu in our upstairs deck bar while watching...

Warren's Sound Retreat

Located in Kill Devil Hills / 6 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathYour family will appreciate this Soundfront home located in the peaceful community of Colington Harbour! Packed with amenities and modern finishes, savor charming teak wood...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear and resort wear. Get all your souvenirs, suntan lotions...

The Loft at Oyster Pointe OYP-D1

Nestled amongst live oaks and pine trees, The Loft at Oyster Pointe is a beautifully decorated, one-bedroom condo featuring a queen en suite as well as an additional loft with a queen bed, providing comfortable accommodations for smaller groups, but...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

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...

CLIPPER

This is a comfortable Oceanfront rental home for vacationers looking for an Outer Banks vacation accommodation.Main House:4 bedrooms (1 with Queen, 2 with Double, 1 with Twins with CATV/DVD player), 2 baths (1 with tub and shower, 1 with shower)...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
10/16 - 10/23
$1,657  $1,898
$241 off
10/23 - 10/30
$1,657  $1,898
$241 off
10/30 - 11/6
$1,698  $1,748
$50 off
11/6 - 11/13
$1,555  $1,748
$193 off
11/13 - 11/20
$1,555  $1,748
$193 off
Twiddy & Company

Twiddy & Company is here to provide all the help and southern hospitality you've come to anticipate when planning your beach vacation. We invite you to let us share our unique understanding of this coastal landscape; unlike any place in the...

Our Hearts Desire OCD-108

The name says it all! Our Heart's Desire is a charming ocean side cottage located in the community of Ocean Dunes. This lovely home offers a unique floor plan where families take joy in the separate private entrance on the ground level with...

  • Duck
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 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...

Sunbelievable

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Bring the entire family for a “Sunbelievable” week at the beach in this comfy, family-friendly property! You will walk in to find quality, warm, and...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
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...

Merlion Haven

SEMI-SOUNDFRONT Salvo — Wind Over Waves — With the grace of a mermaid and the heart of a lion, MERLION HAVEN pulls off the ideal balance as a sanctuary of calm and a base for energetic pursuits. Located in an fresh community of chic homes that...

  • Salvo
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
Resort Realty

For more than 39 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 600 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite 20-bedroom...

Let's Do Sunset

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.“Let’s Do Sunset” is the perfect name for this adorable cottage! Boasting a great pool area with Tiki Bar and sparkling pool, the sunset views...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8