Outer Banks Theater & Shows Events - 2026 Schedule

Outer Banks Theater & Shows Events - 2026 Schedule
This Week
Thursday, June 4th - Friday, June 5th
Manteo

Once a year, The Lost Colony holds a special performance that commemorates the birthday of the first English Child born in the New World, Virginia Dare, and over the years this unique event has come to be known locally as Virginia Dare Night.

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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Hatteras 5k Race Series in Avon
Jun 19

June 19, 2026

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Run Hatteras Summer 5k/1 Mile Race Series 2026 AVON, NC. 8 AM Friday Mornings Summer 2026 in Kinnakeet Shores. New this year: Join us for a shorter distance on the out and back 1 Mile course

Duck Town Park & Boardwalk

Duck Town Park provides a playground for all seasons and more. Its 11 acres consist of a mix of Maritime Forest, willow swamp, open lawn with amphitheatre and picnic shelters, all sitting next to the lovely shallow waters of scenic Currituck Sound...

Fan-ta-sea

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomLocated just a short walk from the ocean, community pool, tennis and basketball courts of Pine Island, our Fan-ta-sea is ideal for your family's vacation.Ground Level: Entry Level...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

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...

Oh Say Can You Sea

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Waves — Sea Isle Hills Ct. — OH SAY CAN YOU SEA ... the sun rising over the Atlantic Ocean? And setting beneath the Pamlico Sound? It’s yes to both when you settle into this six-bedroom/five-full and one-half-bath home...

  • Waves
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 27 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...

Sea Time

Create lasting memories at Sea Time, your ideal Outer Banks getaway! Perfectly situated in the Ocean Sands community, this well-kept coastal retreat offers the best of both worlds—peaceful surroundings with easy access to everything you need...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
6/7 - 6/14
$2,291  $2,712
$421 off
6/22 - 6/29
$2,830  $3,145
$315 off
7/19 - 7/26
$2,676  $3,146
$470 off
8/17 - 8/24
$2,291  $2,647
$356 off
Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...

All Seasons

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.This oceanfront property is available to you outfitted for fun for “All Seasons” with a sparkling private pool, hot tub, and a kiddie pool for the...

  • Nags Head
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 22
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

152 | Carolina Blue Moon Cottage

Carolina Blue Moon is a special place. It's bright & cheerful, brimming w/ vintage charm & modern conveniences. This lovely home features original Juniper board & batten wood paneling & Southern Heart Pine floors for an authentic...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
6/28 - 7/4
$2,195  $2,495
$300 off
Cosmo's Pizzeria Southern Shores

If you're searching for great pizza on the Outer Banks, look no further than Cosmo's Pizzeria at The Marketplace in Southern Shores! We offer authentic New York-style pizza made fresh and just the way you like, using only the highest quality...

Celtic Tides

Located in Corolla / 6 Bedrooms / 6 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomPacked with amenities, your family will appreciate this unique vacation home in the Corolla Light Resort Community. Offering a huge pool that will accommodate the whole family even...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
6/17 - 6/24
$8,919  $9,829
$910 off
6/23 - 6/30
$8,919  $9,829
$910 off
7/8 - 7/15
$8,919  $9,829
$910 off
H2OBX Waterpark

YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...

5788 - Birds Eye View

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Beachy, bright, and the perfect Outer Banks rental for you; Birds Eye View has it all! Located in Nags Head, this...

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms