The 12 Bars of Christmas transforms the Outer Banks into a month-long holiday celebration filled with festive cocktails, over-the-top décor, themed pop-up bars, and plenty of coastal Christmas cheer. Stretching from Manteo to Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills, the popular seasonal event invites locals and visitors alike to experience the OBX in a whole new way as 12 participating restaurants and bars are transformed into immersive holiday wonderlands.
Each location features its own unique theme, complete with creative decorations, specialty drinks, seasonal menus, and family-friendly events throughout the holiday season. Visitors can sip festive cocktails, enjoy cozy waterfront dining, snap photos with elaborate displays, and explore everything from tropical Christmas hideaways to nostalgic movie-inspired pop-ups and North Pole-themed taverns.
The event’s popular Passport Challenge encourages participants to visit all 12 locations, collect stamps, and celebrate the season while supporting local charities and community organizations. Organizers say the event was created to showcase the fun, welcoming spirit of the Outer Banks during the quieter winter months while encouraging residents and visitors to shop local and enjoy the area’s restaurants and nightlife.
With twinkling lights, themed entertainment, festive food and drinks, and plenty of holiday magic along the coast, The 12 Bars of Christmas has quickly become one of the Outer Banks’ most anticipated seasonal traditions.
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