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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Stand-Up Paddle Boarding (SUP)

Stand-Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) may be considered one of the Outer Bank's newest crazes to hit the water, but the sport itself is actually centuries old, originating in the Hawaiian and Polynesian Islands as an easy-going mode of transportation from...

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...

Always Peak Season

Located in Frisco | 3 Bedrooms | 2 Full BathroomsReady to soak up the sun and live in flip-flops? This appealing 3-bedroom home in Frisco is just a short walk from the beach and ideally designed for a little R&R, Hatteras Island style. From...

  • Frisco
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these...

K0310 Gilded Garnet 3 Bedroom Corner Con...

Welcome to Gilded Garnet at Hamilton Cay Reserve by KEES Vacations! Escape to Hamilton Cay Reserve, a premier soundfront luxury vacation rental in the Outer Banks! This newly built, pet-friendly condo (Unit 201) offers the perfect combination of...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

Sea Gypsy KIN-44

Welcome to your slice of paradise at Sea Gypsy. This recently remodeled home offers almost 4000 sq. ft. of space to spread out, as well as stunning panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Take in the spectacular views, watching the sunrise and the...

  • Avon
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Henry's Restaurant

Henry's Restaurant offers down home, simple food done Outer Banks style. Henry's Restaurant has been serving the Outer Banks of North Carolina since the summer of 1989. They are pleased to be considered one of the most popular restaurants in Dare...

Heavenly Dayz

Located in Corolla / 9 Bedrooms / 8 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomFeel the enchantment at an charming oceanside villa for the ultimate in vacation experiences. This impressive oceanfront home features spectacular amenities for family and friends...

  • Corolla
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

Celtic Dunes

Located in Corolla/ 6 Bedrooms | 5 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half BathroomLocated just a 375 feet from the beach, this beach home is sure to please the entire family!  Offering a private pool, hot tub, gig speed wifi service and the location can't be...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 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...

5176 - Sandy Bottoms

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Want to live like a local? Head over to Sandy Bottoms! Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, Sandy Bottoms is a 3 bedroom...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Back Beach Wild Horse Tours

Welcome to Back Beach Wild Horse Tours in Corolla NC. Our tours embark from Corolla NC, the last Outer Banks outpost before the road ends into nothing but stretches of wide beach. We provide safe family fun to see the Corolla Wild Horses...

5061 - Good Night Irene

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: Central AC on Level 2 and Split System AC on Level 1. New Oceanside Deck Boards. No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problem! Relax in this...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms