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.
August 12, 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...
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...
Welcome to Island State of Mind, your perfect Outer Banks retreat in the heart of Nags Head. Ideally located just 300 feet from the Gallery Row public beach access at Milepost 10 and boasting ocean and sunrise views, this beautifully appointed...
- Nags Head
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...
Discover CANT TAKE IT WITH YOU in Duck—a Carolina Designs OBX vacation rental where 8 bedrooms with 6 private baths meet exceptional amenities just 65 yards from beach access. This home in Duck Landing delivers everything for your perfect...
- Duck
- 8 Bedrooms
- 7.5 Bathrooms
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...
BEACH GEAR INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Serenity Now is a charming oceanside beach box in Nags Head perfect for those who want to soak up the sun and have endless...
- Nags Head
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
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...
Ahoy me hearties, hoist the mainsail and set course for “Dolphin Watch” , a brand new haven where pirates and Commodores can parlay and parlee, over a glass of grog.Swashbuckling fun and naval history take us back to a time when The Black Pearl...
- Southern Shores
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 14
PokeBox offers fresh, quick, simple, healthy poke bowls in Nags Head. Choose your items and build your bowl. Tuna, salmon, chicken, steak, shrimp and tofu options available. Mix in your favorite veggies, sauces and toppings for the perfect poke...
Sweet Carolina is a short walk to both the beach and the sound. View gorgeous sunsets, fish or crab from the Port Trinitie covered dock, step out front to community tennis courts and two community pools, one of which is right on the sound. The Duck...
- Duck
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
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...
Daniels offers the ultimate luxurious vacation in a 12-bedroom oceanfront escape within the exclusive Pine Island Limited Community in Corolla. This stunning home provides a top-tier retreat, combining elegant coastal décor with comprehensive...
- Corolla
- 12 Bedrooms
- 13 Bathrooms
The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...
Welcome to Royal Palace by KEES Vacations! Live like royalty in your very own oceanfront palace! Designed to impress, this pet-friendly, sumptuous home with private heated pool offers chic furnishings, an elevator, twelve luxurious suites with...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 12 Bedrooms
- 15 Bathrooms
