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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

(+ more dates)

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...

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...

Total Comfort by the Sea

OCEANVIEW Waves - Mac-Oca Dr. TOTAL COMFORT BY THE SEA offers you and your family an island welcome! This enchanting home features striking wood and ceramic tile floors on the top level, calming colors throughout, beach decor, comfortable...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Atlantic Realty of the Outer Banks

Outer Banks Vacation Rentals by Atlantic Realty provide the beach vacation experience you deserve. Since 1982, multiple generations of families have enjoyed waves of fun and quiet relaxation in our OBX vacation homes including the surrounding...

Big Blue 10

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Welcome to your group’s new favorite Outer Banks destination! This 10-bedroom Buck Island home combines two fully equipped 5-bedroom units into one...

  • Corolla
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 23
Salt Coast Outfitters

We offer one of a kind SALT COAST OUTFITTERS brand name tees, long sleeves, performance gear, Yeti tumblers, caps, eyeglasses, and more! Browse the fullest collection of coastal lifestyle clothing on the beach. Featuring a sizable selection of brand...

221 | Off Course

Off Course is the right place to spend your Outer Banks vacation and has so much to offer. Relax by the pool, enjoy a game of billiards w/family and friends, play golf or spend your days on the beach. Situated high on a Dune overlooking the 8th...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Whalehead in Historic Corolla

The prestigious Whalehead in Historic Corolla has been a dominant attraction to Corolla visitors since it was renovated and opened to the public in 2002. As part of the Historic Corolla Park, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla serves as a northern...

SANDY CHEEKS

“Sandy Cheeks” offers the best of both worlds, nestled amid beautiful, live oak trees on a private cul-de-sac, less than a 350 yard walk to the beach and close to local attractions and shopping. With five large bedrooms, a sun room/game room...

  • Southern Shores
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
10/4 - 10/11
$2,019  $2,290
$271 off
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...

Memory Maker 449-A

Build everlasting family vacation memories at Memory Maker, a lovely semi-oceanfront, 6-bedroom vacation rental in Nags Head! Memory Maker features 6 bedrooms, including 2 king beds and 3 queens. Two sets of bunk beds are perfect for young adults or...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
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...

Savannah

Welcome to Savannah, an oceanfront retreat crafted for families, friends, and milestone moments along the Outer Banks. Situated directly on the sands of Nags Head with a private pool, hot tub, and direct beach walkway, this home is built around...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

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...

Hatteras HI'd Away

OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Hatteras Landing -Tucked away in the secluded Hatteras Landing community with uncrowded beaches, shopping, eateries and a museum just a short walk away, HATTERAS HI'D AWAY is a true island find. Amazing location which boosts...

  • Hatteras
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms