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 26, 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
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...
Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: Brand New Deck! Come enjoy a relaxing stay by the Ocean at this comfortably furnished Hatteras Island rental home. Situated on a...
- Hatteras
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
OCEANVIEW Salvo - Colony Dr. - For a calming vacation that’s filled with sound and ocean vistas, steer into JAKE’S WAKE. Stroll down to the beach or relax outdoors by the shining private pool or in the private hot tub. Kick off the flip flops...
- Salvo
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...
Located in Duck / 4 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomFeel the ultimate coastal escape at The SandBar, a gorgeous oceanfront getaway located in the calming and esteemed Sanderling community. This gorgeously appointed home is designed for...
- Duck
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...
BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! For the discerning Outer Banks vacationer who enjoys the sand and salt air by day, but wishes to relax and awaken in...
- Nags Head
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
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...
“Somerset,” an exquisite soundfront home, will provide your vacation getaway with beautiful, sweeping views of the Currituck sound and will showcase the beautiful sunsets from the home’s multiple levels of decking and from the large...
- Corolla
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
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...
This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.It’s time to enjoy world-class Corolla beaches at their best! Really want to get away from it all? Head to “Anchor’s Away”, located in...
- Corolla
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...
for 2025 - Updated vinyl flooring installed on Top Level. Ideally situated in desirable South Creek Acres, this comfortable vacation home offers Ocean to Sound Views and Direct Access to the Beach which has a stationed lifeguard during the summer...
- Nags Head
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
