The Outer Banks Parade of Homes offers visitors a rare opportunity to step inside some of the most stunning homes on the OBX while exploring the latest trends in coastal architecture, interior design, landscaping, and custom homebuilding. Hosted by the Outer Banks Home Builders Association, the annual event showcases a collection of newly built and professionally designed homes located throughout the Outer Banks.
The Outer Banks, and the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge in particular, is known as one of the best bird watching destinations in the world, and the annual Wings Over Water celebrates this distinction like no other local festival. The weeklong event, which is held each October, features a wide range of educational programs, lectures, and opportunities to meet and greet with fellow birders. During this year's festival, attendees will also have the opportunity to go on guided birding trips, attend art and photography workshops, take a tram or kayak tour of National Wildlife Refuge, visit an ancient maritime forest, and much, much more. A complete schedule can be found online at the organization's website, and attendees should note that some programs do cost a small fee to participate.
Visitors who missed the annual Wings Over Water festival - or who just want a second opportunity to admire the hundreds and thousands of birds that flock to the Outer Banks – won’t want to miss this special weekend where these feathered visitors are once again in the spotlight. The Wings Over Water Encore event is a weekend-long celebration of the many wintering waterfowl that are found at the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge and beyond, and is a great way for birders to discover the off-season beauty of the OBX.
August 4, 2026
(+ more dates)Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead...
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...
This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Almost Oceanfront (475 feet to the beach), this MAGNIFICENT 10 bedroom with 42” Smart TVs, 10 full baths, 2 half bath beach home is spectacular from...
- Southern Shores
- 10 Bedrooms
- 10 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 21
Since 1968, our family owned and operated company has specialized in Outer Banks Real Estate with a full service Real Estate Sales office. We offer real estate services for buyers and sellers on the Outer Banks. As part of our Vacation Rental...
This charming oceanside beach cottage is the perfect house to spend some quality, family time together. Enjoy a private, wooded setting and a short walk to beach access with no main streets to cross. Build sand castles and lasting memories year...
- Southern Shores
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 40 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by...
Welcome to Coastal Unwind by KEES Vacations! New to KEES for 2026! Welcome to your next relaxing retreat in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, where modern style meets the laid back charm of the Outer Banks. Whether you're exploring the peaceful Bay...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...
Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds!Blue Retreat is the perfect, pet-friendly Corolla home you've been searching for! This spacious 8 bedroom, 7.5 bathroom Outer Banks vacation rental...
- Corolla
- 8 Bedrooms
- 8.5 Bathrooms
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...
BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Positioned right along the iconic "Beach Road" at Milepost 3 in Kitty Hawk, The OBX RX puts the absolute best of the...
- Kitty Hawk
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
For the Best Outer Banks hair wraps, cornrows, jagua tattoos, full color temporary tattoos, fancy hair wraps, reggae hemp wraps, beach braids or gypsy braids … There is only one place to go — Beach Braids - Hair Wraps & Henna...
OCEANVIEW Avon - Wahoo Circle - Find your Hatteras destination tucked away at the end of a semi-private drive in this intimate beach bungalow, located just three tons from the ocean. Ascend to HUSH PUPPY DRUM's well designed, wood toned interior...
- Avon
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Welcome to Mike Dianna's Grill Room, home to the finest seafood, USDA prime beef, amazing live entertainment and more! Come have brunch or dinner with us in Corolla on the beautiful Outer Banks. Celebrating over 20 years in the Timbuck II Shopping...
Welcome to Golden Strand by KEES Vacations! Check out this 3-Bedroom Oceanfront condo at the well desired Golden Strand community in the heart of Kill Devil Hills. When you are at Golden Strand, you will feel like you are in paradise. Imagine waking...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms