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.
June 19, 2026
(+ more dates)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
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...
Overview Retreat to waterside comfort with a stay at Sea The Sunsets, a large six bedroom home on a quiet cul-de-sac with stunning sound views from nearly every level. Activities are endless, as this home offers sound access by way of...
- Corolla
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
Vacationers adore the Outer Banks for its unspoiled stretches of undeveloped shoreline, and some may not initially realize that this sporadic lack of development is completely intentional, and is the result of decades of careful environmental...
BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: 3 king beds and 1 set of twin beds. Seaside Salvation is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located in the...
- Duck
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet.
Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: Adding 2 bedrooms, making a bunk bed room, along with a larger Rec Room and full bath on the lower level. Renovations are planned...
- Corolla
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...
This fantastic 4 bedroom and 3 bathrooms, semi-oceanfront vacation home offers alluring ocean views! Located just a few hundred feet from beach, this retreat is situated in the heart of South Nags Head where you will have the best the Outer Banks...
- Nags Head
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
Coastal Smoothie is a beloved local spot for refreshing, feel-good treats. Tucked into this charming seaside town, it serves up vibrant, made-to-order smoothies bursting with tropical flavors and fresh ingredients. It’s the perfect pick-me-up...
OCEANFRONT Salvo - Ocean Street - Roomy at 4,770 sq. ft. , the enormous common areas and bedrooms, and top-of-the-line finishes separate this home from the rest. The property has a privacy fence and is located at the end of a peaceful street on the...
- Salvo
- 6 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
Most all visitors to Corolla will spend at least a sunny afternoon or two at the Historic Corolla Park. This 39 acre site is home to three of the Northern Outer Banks' biggest attractions, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla, the Currituck Beach...
This comfortable family vacation cottage has a great location that is approximately 250 feet from the beach access in Kill Devil Hills (sand path is located on south side of home & you must cross the Beach Road to get to the path over the...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...
Casa Bella offers something for everyone! Leisurely stroll to the beach, a short walk to the picturesque village of Duck for shopping and restaurants, easy access to the bike path, and more. Casa Bella is pet-friendly and welcomes you and all your...
- Duck
- 6 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
