Outer Banks Theater & Shows Events - 2026 Schedule

Outer Banks Theater & Shows Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of June 1, 2026 - June 7, 2026
Saturday, June 6th
Manteo

Toast the beginning of the 2026 season for one of the country’s most acclaimed outdoor dramas, The Lost Colony, with this special opening performance at the famed Waterside Theater in the heart of Downtown Manteo. The Lost Colony is the longest-running outdoor drama in America, and is an acclaimed production that tells the story of the first colonists to arrive from England to the “New World,” eventually creating a settlement just steps away from where the performance takes place.

Week of June 29, 2026 - July 5, 2026
Saturday, July 4th
Kill Devil Hills

Visitors can keep the Independence Day celebration going strong with this special fireworks display in the heart of the central Outer Banks that’s sponsored by the Town of Kill Devil Hills, and which is held at the scenic Avalon Pier.

Saturday, July 4th 9:00 PM
Nags Head

Head to the heart of Nags head for this special 4th of July fireworks display over the Atlantic Ocean that will leave all beach-goers breathless. The Town Of Nags Head Fireworks Spectacular will be held on the evening of Independence Day, and is sure to be a show-stopping aspect of any Outer Banks vacation.

Week of August 10, 2026 - August 16, 2026
Friday, August 14th - Sunday, August 16th
Manteo

Surfers, filmmakers, movie buffs, nature fans, and curious visitors alike can all come together for an incredible film festival that celebrates all things aquatic. Presented by Cucalorus and the Dare County Arts Council, this three-day celebration of coastal North Carolina marine culture is sure to impress movie fans of all varieties, with an array of local and regional films that highlight life by the coastal waters.

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Biking the Outer Banks

Outer Banks vacationers may come for the gorgeous beaches, but often they come back again and again for the attractions and activities off the sand. Because of the Outer Banks' mixture of natural landscapes and historical attractions, one of the...

Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 26! years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

Now and Then

Two properties in one on the oceanfront. Relax and enjoy the custom heated concrete pool with a swim-up bar. “Now and Then” has the perfect setup for multiple families who vacation together, but still want their own quality time. This...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Low Tide Bar & Grill

Low Country Seafood from the islands. North, South, East or West, our menu will satisfy any cravings you have while on your beach vacation! Let us do the cooking tonight! Reseservations and Outdoor Seating available. We’ve got something...

SEA BREEZES

Relax in a house that has something for each member of the family, including a kid's bedroom and adjoining recreation room with TV, puzzles, games, and cards. Two levels of decks offer panoramic views of the sound and spectacular sunsets and...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
2/21 - 2/28
$1,598  $1,924
$326 off
2/28 - 3/7
$1,598  $1,924
$326 off
3/7 - 3/14
$1,598  $1,924
$326 off
3/14 - 3/21
$1,598  $1,924
$326 off
3/21 - 3/28
$1,598  $1,924
$326 off
3/28 - 4/4
$1,888  $2,074
$186 off
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...

K0321 Diamond Drift 3 Bedroom Premium Co...

Welcome to Diamond Drift at Hamilton Cay Reserve! Diamond Drift is the winner of the 2025 Outer Banks Parade of Home's People's Choice Award, Judge's Award, and Best Deck & View Award! Escape to Hamilton Cay Reserve, a premier soundfront luxury...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must...

Namastay Inn CB-15

Namastay Inn has everything you need to create a trove of memories during your family beach vacation. Soak away your cares in the large Hot Springs hot tub with Bluetooth speakers and enjoy the oversized private courtyard with a putting green and a...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
3/18 - 3/25
$1,333  $1,583
$250 off
3/28 - 4/4
$1,372  $1,622
$250 off
4/1 - 4/8
$1,359  $1,609
$250 off
4/6 - 4/13
$1,354  $1,604
$250 off
4/13 - 4/20
$1,972  $2,222
$250 off
4/28 - 5/5
$1,972  $2,222
$250 off
5/4 - 5/11
$1,685  $1,935
$250 off
5/12 - 5/19
$1,776  $2,026
$250 off
5/16 - 5/23
$1,691  $1,941
$250 off
5/19 - 5/26
$2,814  $3,224
$410 off
5/28 - 6/4
$1,868  $2,118
$250 off
5/29 - 6/5
$3,452  $3,862
$410 off
6/3 - 6/10
$3,746  $4,156
$410 off
6/4 - 6/11
$2,105  $2,355
$250 off
6/9 - 6/16
$4,770  $6,422
$1,652 off
6/16 - 6/23
$5,806  $7,157
$1,351 off
6/23 - 6/30
$6,309  $7,409
$1,100 off
6/30 - 7/7
$6,018  $7,118
$1,100 off
7/5 - 7/12
$5,915  $7,015
$1,100 off
7/13 - 7/20
$5,859  $6,959
$1,100 off
7/20 - 7/27
$6,275  $7,375
$1,100 off
7/28 - 8/4
$6,049  $7,149
$1,100 off
8/2 - 8/9
$6,309  $7,409
$1,100 off
8/9 - 8/16
$5,692  $6,245
$553 off
8/16 - 8/23
$4,338  $5,438
$1,100 off
8/24 - 8/31
$4,060  $4,613
$553 off
OBX Ghost Tours

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...

No Bad Days

Located in Corolla/ 4 Bedrooms/ 4 Full BathroomsAccessible by 4 x 4 car only! Your family will adore this home on the Canal front in Carova Beach. This peaceful location includes a dock with canal access and wild horses roaming freely. Ground...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Family Water Adventures

Shelling, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Eco Tours & Light Fishing. Guided family adventure trips on Hatteras Island, NC. We take your group to multiple tidal islands along the Cape Hatteras seaside. These islands are constantly changing and...

5594 - Ternberry

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Experience the best of soundfront living at Ternberry! Located in the beautiful town of Nags Head, this 5-bedroom OBX...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
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...

18S-B | Eighteen South B- South Ocean Br...

This Outstanding Oceanside Townhouse offers Great Ocean Views and is just steps to the Beach; Closer than most Oceanfront homes w/No Roads to Cross. Located in the Eighteen South Townhouse Complex this unit is spacious, well appointed, and nicely...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10