2026 Waves Kid Friendly Activities Guide

Outer Banks Map
Carova Corolla Duck Southern Shores Kitty Hawk Kill Devil Hills Manteo Nags Head Wanchese Rodanthe Waves Salvo Avon Buxton Frisco Hatteras Ocracoke
Events
(More Events)
Kitty Hawk Kites

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...

A WAVE AWAY

Overview Get ready to live the beach life in this eight-bedroom semi-oceanfront Corolla vacation home, while only being A Wave Away from the beauty of the Atlantic! No detail was overlooked when furnishing with coastal tones, hardwood...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
American Pie

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...

SUZIES SAND BOX

This charming oceanside beach cottage is the perfect house to spend some quality, family time together. Enjoy a private, wooded setting and a short walk to beach access with no main streets to cross. Build sand castles and lasting memories year...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
7/11 - 7/18
$1,576  $1,902
$326 off
8/8 - 8/15
$1,516  $1,649
$133 off
8/22 - 8/29
$1,219  $1,410
$191 off
8/29 - 9/5
$1,142  $1,272
$130 off
9/5 - 9/12
$1,142  $1,272
$130 off
9/12 - 9/19
$1,051  $1,181
$130 off
9/19 - 9/26
$1,056  $1,181
$125 off
9/26 - 10/3
$1,064  $1,181
$117 off
The Northern Outer Banks

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...

Seven Cousins Cottage

OCEANFRONT Hatteras - Hatteras Landing -Remarkable SEVEN COUSINS COTTAGE - a work of art, inspired by classic Hatteras architecture - offers broad spaces and every convenience. At this 7,000 sq. ft. bungalow, your family will savor a restorative...

  • Hatteras
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
Mike Dianna's Grill Room

Welcome to Mike Dianna's Grill Room, home to the finest seafood, USDA prime beef, amazing live entertainment and more! Come have brunch or dinner with us in Corolla on the beautiful Outer Banks. Celebrating over 20 years in the Timbuck II Shopping...

132 | Captain's Watch

6/21/26: Beach Nourishment has been completed in this area. Come and enjoy the refreshed beach! Open, Bright, and Beachy with Endless views of the Ocean and Beach, spacious decks, and reverse open floor plan await at Captain's Watch! Situated in...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Old Man Charters

  Experience the Outer Banks from the water with Old Man Charters, a personalized boat tour company based in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Departing from a private dock on the southern end of Roanoke Island, Old Man Charters...

Ivey's Lair

Everyone will have a blast at “Ivey’s Lair” located oceanside in Duck Village! The southern charm will welcome you from the moment you drive up with the expansive covered decks and lush lawn. Outside, the kids can frolic in the private pool...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Captain Johnny's Dolphin Tours

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...

371 | Blue Tomatoes II

Blue Tomatoes II is an outstanding, spacious home that offers great Oceanfront location, Private Salt Water Swimming Pool, Hot Tub and Rec. Room w/Pool Table that make this exquisite home the perfect vacation choice. This Artfully Decorated Home...

  • Nags Head
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
OBX Ghost Tours

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...

Jack's Hideout

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Peaceful Soundfront LocationWelcome to Jack’s Hideout, a tucked-away retreat on the sound in Kill Devil Hills. This quiet setting is perfect for...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

For more than 30 years, Moneysworth Beach Equipment & Linen Rentals has been making your beach vacation packing list shorter and your stay in the Outer Banks more relaxing. With FREE DELIVERY AND PICK-UP to all beach rentals from Hatteras to...