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 19, 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...
Distinctive, Authentic, Affordable Coastal Furniture & Design. Beach Living Furniture Line • Largest In-Stock Furniture Warehouse on the OBX • Professional Design Services. Transform your home—visit our showroom in Kill Devil...
Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Welcome to Huskers Haven! This 4-bedroom 2.5 bathroom home features everything you need and more for your next Outer Banks vacation. Huskers Haven...
- Corolla
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
Brindley Beach Vacations offers premier Real Estate and Property Management services across the entire Outer Banks. Representing more than 450 vacation rental homes, we proudly serve every region—from the southern beaches of Hatteras Island...
OCEANFRONT Buxton - South Tower Circle - This cavernous and comfortable home is a PURE JOY for huge family groups. Appreciate great vistas of the lighthouse, just a short bicycle ride away. The steps to the beach and convenient outside showers...
- Buxton
- 8 Bedrooms
- 5 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...
Baby’s Dream is a place to vacation with all the comforts of home. This intimate beach home has 4 bedrooms, 3 of which are en suites, and is perfect for a family vacation or a couples’ getaway. Views of the Atlantic are sure to help you unwind...
- Kill Devil Hills
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 34-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...
OCEANVIEW Avon - East Antillas Drive - A vacation at OCEAN ESCAPE enables you to escape from it all while still remaining close to it all. The home is located in a super location – a short walk to eateries, stores, groceries and the Avon Pier...
- Avon
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
Since 2005, Outer Banks Blue has delivered exceptional vacations for OBX visitors. Our family-owned and locally managed rental company focuses on service and promises “a relaxing experience with a local touch.” Turn your dream vacation...
Book your next Outer Banks at STAY-CATION, an affordable oceanfront home on the beautiful beaches of South Nags Head! Stunning ocean views and refreshing ocean breeze will surround you with an essence of rejuvenation. Enjoy your morning coffee on...
- Nags Head
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...
Spend your dream vacation on the Nags Head Oceanfront in this beautiful home. After working hard all year, you deserve rest & relaxation. This elegant getaway is just what the doctor ordered. Enjoy sweeping views of the Atlantic, relax by the...
- Nags Head
- 6 Bedrooms
- 5.5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 14
Join Captain Stuart Wescott aboard The Captain Johnny boat for a Guaranteed Dolphin Watch cruise in protected waters off the Outer Banks, NC. This two hour cruise is ideal for all ages. Enjoy breathtaking views as you listen to a...
Owens is a stunning oceanfront retreat featuring 12 luxurious bedrooms within the Exclusive Pine Island Limited Community in Corolla. This home combines sophisticated elegance with peaceful surroundings, as it is thoughtfully nestled next to the...
- Corolla
- 12 Bedrooms
- 13 Bathrooms
