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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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Pumpkin Patch Saturdays at Island Farm
Oct 3

October 3, 2026

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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...

Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station

The Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station is one of Rodanthe's greatest treasures. This historical lifesaving station has been a popular attraction for Hatteras Island visitors for decades, and stands on the very edge of the small town of Rodanthe. Over...

YANKEE BELLE

Fire up the charcoal grill for a fresh seafood dinner just steps from the pool deck. Yankee Belle, a six-bedroom oceanfront home from Carolina Designs, sits on an extra-wide lot in the Village at Nags Head with wrap-around decks, a 30 by 15...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots...

Wellfleet

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 6 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half Bathroom. WELLFLEET OBX – 147 SALT HOME ROAD, PI249Wellfleet is THE Outer Banks destination for your next Oceanfront getaway with family and friends! This home is located in the heart...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

The Roanoke Marshes lighthouse is often one of the most overlooked of the Outer Banks lighthouses, simply because of its small stature, limited visibility and remote location tucked away at the quiet east end of the Manteo waterfront.

Searenity

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Escape to "Searenity" in Corolla and enjoy a relaxing retreat at this delightful beach cottage! Nestled in a serene family-friendly destination, this...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 13
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...

K8045 DevOcean at Atlantic Shores

Welcome to DevOcean, a Semi-Oceanfront Luxury Retreat in Atlantic Shores by KEES Vacations! Brand new 2026 home! Be among the first to stay at DevOcean, a stunning newly constructed 5 story, 7-bedroom, 10-bathroom home located in the sought-after...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

BEACH BLESSING

9 bedrooms, 10 full baths, and an elevator only begin the story at Beach Blessing, a Carolina Designs oceanfront home in Duck. Add a 30 x 16 private pool, hot tub, and cabana bar with gas grill, and every long summer day here unfolds...

  • Duck
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 10.5 Bathrooms
Miller's Seafood and Steakhouse

Miller's Seafood & Steakhouse has been a favorite among locals and visitors for more forty years. Offering delicious southern cuisine for both breakfast and dinner in a casual family atmosphere infused with coastal flair, it's no wonder this...

NHBI05 Pettibone Suite at Nags Head Beac...

Welcome to Pettibone Suite at Nags Head Beach Inn by KEES Vacations! New for 2026: Enjoy access to the exclusive Village Beach Club included with your stay! This historic hotel property is perfectly situated just off the beach road at milepost 10.5...

  • Nags Head
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
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...

Driftwood

Endless ocean views surround this exquisite oceanfront home. Everything you could ever need for an unforgettable vacation. Decorated in a soothing coastal palette with a modern flair, this home features incredible indoor & outdoor amenities...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms