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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Cape Hatteras National Seashore

Visitors to Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands will simultaneously be visiting the gorgeous Cape Hatteras National Seashore. One of the largest preserved parcels of the Outer Banks, the National Seashore stretches across 70 miles of shoreline...

The Northern Outer Banks

Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...

132 | Captain's Watch

Open, Bright, and Beachy with Endless views of the Ocean and Beach, spacious decks, and reverse open floor plan await at Captain's Watch! Situated in the peace and tranquility of South Nags Head, this home is the perfect getaway for a relaxing...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Sun Realty

Sun Realty offers the Best Selection of Vacation Rentals on the Outer Banks. Our large selection of Outer Banks rentals means you can choose from a wide range of amenities, including private swimming pools, hot tubs, theater rooms, game rooms, pet...

4205 - Schwartz

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Georgetown Sands, Unit 5, Building 1. This spacious and beautifully decorated townhome is located closest to the ocean with excellent views from...

  • Duck
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



0ur Beach House

OCEANFRONT Salvo - Colony Dr. - Formerly Almost Heaven at Salvo - You’ll know the feeling the moment you arrive in Salvo and breathe in the salt air. This isn’t just another rental; OUR BEACH HOME is the place where you finally settle in, kick...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
OBX Laser Tag and Arcade

Here’s some high energy entertainment for the kids, and for young adults (or young at heart) who love laser tag. On one side of this large facility is the “moon bounce inflatable room,” where the young ‘uns can go and bounce...

The Grey Goose 533-30

The Grey Goose is an oceanside condo in the South Nags Head community of Dune South at milepost 18, just 350 feet to the beach!On the top level, this spacious retreat boasts vaulted ceilings and a large great room with a connecting living area...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Sundogs

Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes live music, karaoke and a DJ dance party. They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab...

A Peace of Paradise

OCEANSIDE Salvo – Galleon Dr. – New for 2027! – Finding a true sanctuary that lives up to its name is a rare discovery, but A PEACE OF PARADISE delivers on that promise with a seamless blend of coastal appeal and effortless luxury. Located...

  • Salvo
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
Twiddy & Company

Twiddy & Company is here to provide all the help and southern hospitality you've come to anticipate when planning your beach vacation. We invite you to let us share our unique understanding of this coastal landscape; unlike any place in the...

K4002 Coastal Calling at Corolla Shores

Welcome to Coastal Calling at Corolla Shores! When the goal of your Outer Banks vacation is fun in the sun and games in the shade with a big group of your best peeps and family, this Corolla Shores home delivers! This 7-bedroom Oceanside home in the...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates

Since 1968, our family owned and operated company has offered families just like yours a wide selection of Outer Banks vacation rentals in beach communities and towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head and South Nags...

891 | Changing Tides

Changing Tides is a wonderful place for your family to vacation while visiting the Outer Banks. Beautifully decorated & designed w/ your vacation needs in mind, this home provides Ocean Views, & is within easy walking distance of the Beach...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12