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.
July 22, 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...
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...
Overview Simple elegance and bright decor align in Atlantic Breeze, a 7-bedroom oceanfront escape in Corolla. Located in Section O of the Ocean Sands neighborhood, this home offers access to community pool and tennis, and is located a...
- Corolla
- 7 Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
Welcome to Beach Bound & Down by KEES Vacations! Now available for 2026! Saturday check-in from 05/16/2026 to 09/05/2026 NOW PET-FRIENDLY! Enjoy a warm summer day or evening in the custom inground heated pool or the hot tub. Wash off the sand at...
- Nags Head
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...
Finished with high-end furniture, spacious 8 bedroom, 5.5 bath luxury home in sought after Whalehead community. Enjoy the country club lifestyle with oversized pool and relaxing hot tub. Keep the kids entertained with golf putting green, volleyball...
- Corolla
- 8 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
Sundogs is a happening spot open year round in Corolla. Along with good food, they feature a nightlife that includes Karaoke and Silent Disco! They have a full bar and a menu suited to a host of tastes. Starters include nachos, crab dip, wings and...
If you're looking for an ideal spot for your next family vacation, your search is over. Welcome to Tradewinds South!This extraordinary home features a private pool, hot tub, and game room with a pool table for your family to enjoy. Wake up to the...
- Nags Head
- 5 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
Just for the Beach Rentals (not to be confused with the similarly-named "Just for the Beach") offers rentals to accommodate your stay. Equipment includes linens, baby gates, cribs, monitors, seats, joggers, bikes, kayaks, skim boards, surf boards...
Stay at a timeless Outer Banks oceanfront home with beautiful panoramic beach views right from the first-level living area and wide oceanfront deck. Decorated in traditional OBX style and offering all the comforts of home—including TVs in every...
- Duck
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Wild Horse Adventure Tours has been voted the #1 tour company in the USA by TripAdvisor. Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive OPEN AIR, 13-passenger Hummers with one of...
Everyone needs a Beach Bunker, and this charming retreat is the perfect place to start! Thoughtfully furnished for comfort and relaxation, this inviting home offers a laid-back setting where your family can unwind after sun-filled days on the Outer...
- Kitty Hawk
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...
Relax in luxury at Casa Lala, an incredibly designed and professionally decorated home. This exceptional five-bedroom, custom-built, Sun Select oceanfront home is in the heart of Southern Shores and features curated art, high-end furniture, and...
- Southern Shores
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms