Outer Banks Tours Events - 2026 Schedule

Outer Banks Tours Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of March 2, 2026 - March 8, 2026
Friday, March 6th - Saturday, March 7th
Hatteras

Celebrating its sixth year in 2026, the Hatteras Village Waterfowl Festival (HVWF) is returning to Hatteras Island in March. The festival will kick off Friday evening with the delicious Fin, Feather, and Bourbon event. Small plates featuring seafood and waterfowl will be accompanied by select bourbons, wines, and beer. 

Week of October 12, 2026 - October 18, 2026
Tuesday, October 13th - Sunday, October 18th
Rodanthe

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.

Week of November 30, 2026 - December 6, 2026
Friday, December 4th - Sunday, December 6th
Manteo

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.

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Outer Banks Lighthouses

Each of the Outer Banks five lighthouses is unique. For a beautiful view, visitors can climb Currituck Beach Light, Bodie Island Light and Cape Hatteras Lighthouse for a small fee in season. It's an unforgettable way to see the Outer Banks! Don't...

Corolla Wild Horse Tours

Corolla Wild Horse Tours knowledgeable guides will ensure you and your family have a great wild horse tour! Along the way the guides will stop and point out interesting sites and local history and details of the Corolla Wild Horses history. Be sure...

281 | Sand Dollars

Welcome to Sand Dollars, a spacious, beautifully decorated vacation home that offers everything you need for an unforgettable Outer Banks vacation! Nestled near the Atlantic Ocean with endless beach and ocean fun in Nags Head, this home is your...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Corolla Wild Horse Fund

We are The Corolla Wild Horse Fund the non-profit 501 (c) (3) charity responsible for the care and protection of the wild Banker horses roaming the northernmost beaches of the Outer Banks. Join us in the summer season, every Wednesday morning from...

Bayberry Dune

Located in Corolla / 3 Bedrooms / 2 Full BathroomsSavor the tranquility of the northern Outer Banks that is Swan Beach. It borders the Currituck National Wildlife Refuge to the north, the NC Estuarine Reasearch Reserve to the south, the Fish and...

  • Corolla
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
SugarLand

SugarLand OBX, nestled in the Outer Banks, is a whimsical candy store offering a colorful world of sweets, treats, and nostalgic experiences. It blends modern innovation with timeless charm, featuring handcrafted ice cream sundaes, cotton candy, and...

5951 - South of Stars

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! South of Stars is a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom Nags Head rental home ready for you and your family to enjoy! Located in South Nags Head, this Outer...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Harbor Star Dolphin Tours at Wanchese Marina

The Harbor Star's Wild Dolphin Tours depart three times daily plus a Sunset Cruise (weather permitting) This 2 hour cruise includes an entertaining tour and an opportunity to spot wild dolphins aboard the all new 40-foot Pontoon boat. Tickets must...

Parrot Pointe

SOUNDSIDE Avon — Castaway Ct. — Your ticket to heaven awaits at PARROT POINTE, a seven-bedroom/six-and one-half bath home that fronts a peaceful cul-de-sac and backs the sanctuary of Pamlico Sound. Bring your extended family, including two...

  • Avon
  • 7 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...

K9021 Fun For Shore

Welcome to the Fun for Shore by KEES Vacations! The ocean in the distance, tranquil, private surroundings, and relaxing amenities at every turn - welcome to Fun for Shore in Whalehead! When you're not on Corolla's beaches, enjoy this home's...

  • Corolla
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

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...

A Sea Jewel

SEMI-OCEANFRONT Avon – Sailfish Ln. – Find A SEA JEWEL in the middle of Avon at this semi-oceanfront home. With three levels of outside decking, vistas of the ocean and of sea oats swaying in the breeze are close. The first level of the home...

  • Avon
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
Surf or Sound Realty

Surf or Sound Realty invites you to explore our collection of over 600 premier vacation rental homes on Hatteras Island, featuring the largest selection of oceanfront accommodations. Nestled within the breathtaking Cape Hatteras National Seashore...

Duck Redux

Central location!  Situated half way between the beach and the bay, visitors can walk, pedal, scooter, or skateboard to the dunes, the Duck boardwalk, bayfront shops, and more.   Dogs are welcome. Newly installed ramp provides access to one-level...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms