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.
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...
KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...
Located in Corolla / 3 Bedrooms / 2 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomAccessible by 4 x 4 car only! Savor striking ocean vistas from this home located just 3 tons from the ocean!Ground Level: Exterior amenities include a sand carport with outside...
- Corolla
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
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...
**A 4x4 Vehicle is required to access this home, there are no paved roads in Carova. This home is located 8 miles from the 4-wheel drive access on-ramp.** If your vacation dreams include an updated cozy oceanfront home where you can relax and...
- Carova
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...
Incredible Ocean Side ViewsYou’ll know you’ve arrived at Beachcomber’s Paradise when the street ends in sand and the ocean comes into view! Just a few lots from the beach near milepost 20 in South Nags Head, this inviting cottage is perfect...
- Nags Head
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...
Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! THIS IS A PET FREE HOME. Whale Spray is a uniquely designed oceanfront rental home ready for your Outer Banks vacation! Located in Corolla, Whale...
- Corolla
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a...
“Surf And Sound” is the best of both worlds! Just steps away from the private Community Ocean beach access and community soundfront pier ideal for taking in the beautiful Currituck Sound sunsets, crabbing or launching your kayak. Better yet, you...
- Duck
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...
This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.An Oceanfront OasisBring your family to this outstanding oceanfront vacation rental in South Nags Head! Panoramic ocean views and breathtaking sunrises...
- Nags Head
- 8 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 20
Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...
Sun of a Beach is a comfortable oceanfront home sitting on a large lot in north Avon. Located near restaurants, shops and surfboard and kayak rental stores. Only a short drive, under two miles to the Hatteras Island Plaza with the Food Lion for...
- Avon
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
