OBX Area Events

Each year thousands of visitors take Outer Banks vacations with family and friends to participate, and enjoy one of several Annual Events at the beach.

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Feb 02

Don and Catharine Bryan Cultural Series

R/C Kill Devil Hills Movies 10 Starts: 4:00 P.M.

2/2/2025 The Sting 2/23/2025 Do the Right Thing 3/2/2025 What's Up Doc 3/9/2025 Much Ado About Nothing Tickets $10. Tickets are limited to 80 for each screening so get you tickets earlyAll films start at 4 pm. Tickets and more information at: https://www.bryanculturalseries.org...

Feb 08

Dowdy Park Winter Market

Dowdy Park, Nags Head, NC Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 12:00 p.m.

Get ready for winter wonders at Dowdy Park! Join us for the coolest winter markets, where local vendors will be serving up their handmade wares. The park is located at 3005 South Croatan Highway and parking is available at Nags Head Elementary School. More details are available on the Dowdy Park Events website. ...

Feb 15

OBX Polar Plunge

Jennette’s Pier, Nags Head, NC Starts: 10:00 AM

The OBX Polar Plunge is a unique fundraising opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support Special Olympics NC by jumping into the frigid Atlantic Ocean waters in the middle of winter! Whether you are looking to dip your toes or make a big splash, you'll be a true hero in the lives of the Special Olympics athletes you'll be supporting! Learn More Here View Nags Head Rentals View All Outer Banks Rentals...

Feb 23

Don and Catharine Bryan Cultural Series

R/C Kill Devil Hills Movies 10 Starts: 4:00 P.M.

Mar 02

Don and Catharine Bryan Cultural Series

R/C Kill Devil Hills Movies 10 Starts: 4:00 P.M.

Mar 08

Dowdy Park Winter Market

Dowdy Park, Nags Head, NC Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 12:00 p.m.

Mar 09

Don and Catharine Bryan Cultural Series

R/C Kill Devil Hills Movies 10 Starts: 4:00 P.M.

Mar 15

Running of the Leprechauns

Satterfield Landing Road, Nags Head, NC 27959 Starts: 07:30 AM

Join us for the Running of the Leprechauns. This event will host a 5K and 10K fun for any age. Each finisher receives a finisher's medal and an event shirt. Awards are given for the top 3 Male and Female finishers in each of the two distances. Learn More Here View Nags Head Rentals Here View All Outer Banks Rentals...

Mar 16

Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade

2316 South Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959 Starts: 1:00 p.m.

Parade starts at 1 pm at MP 11.5, at the intersection of Bladen St. and Virginia Dare Trail (Beach Road) and continues north to Driftwood St. Learn More Here View Nags Head Rentals View All Outer Banks Rentals...

Mar 22

Blackbeard's Revenge 100

Corolla - Hatteras Starts: 05:00 AM

This point to point race will take athletes the length of the Outer Banks, NC from Corolla to Hatteras. The course is 100% paved road with beautiful views and long distance challenges where great memories will be made along the way! Learn More Here View Corolla Rentals View All Outer Banks Rentals...

Mar 22

Spring Soundside Market

Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC 27959 Starts: 12:00 p.m. ‐ Ends: 4:00 p.m.

Explore the vibrant spirit of our community at Soundside Market in Nags Head. Dive into a world of unique handmade treasures, lovingly crafted by local artisans. https://www.facebook.com/soundsidemarket...

Mar 23

Blackbeard's Revenge 100

Corolla - Hatteras Ends: 1:00 PM

Apr 04

OBX Taste Of The Beach

Outer Banks, NC

The Outer Banks Restaurant Association and Outer Banks Hospitality Partners invite you to have a "Taste of the Beach". Each year the Outer Banks Restaurant Association looks forward to welcoming visitors and locals to the annual OBX Taste of The Beach to connect, share, and enjoy wine and food experiences. This will look a little different, but there are still some great events to come and enjoy. More Information...

Apr 05

OBX Taste Of The Beach

Outer Banks, NC

Apr 06

OBX Taste Of The Beach

Outer Banks, NC

Apr 12

Flying Pirate Half Marathon

Kill Devil Hills, NC

PIRATES, PIRATES EVERYWHERE!From runner costumes, to Expo decorations and all the way to the post-race party! Pirates Rule at the well-organized, professional, fun race! Presented by Outer Banks Sporting Events...

Apr 12

The Lost Colony Wine, Beer & Culinary Festival

Manteo NC

Experience The Lost Colony venue overlooking the Roanoke Sound while sampling 100 wines , local fare, craft beers, live music & an art show. More information

Apr 12

Dowdy Park Winter Market

Dowdy Park, Nags Head, NC Starts: 9:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 12:00 p.m.

Apr 13

Flying Pirate Half Marathon

Kill Devil Hills, NC

Apr 18

Flying Into Spring And Easter EGGstravganza

Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM

Come enjoy the spirit of the Easter holiday on the Outer Banks while taking advantage of National Kite Month at this fun and family-friendly event that joyfully combines these two celebrations. The Flying Into Spring And Easter EGGstravaganza festival is a great way to take in the fresh spring air along the coastline, while participating in a myriad of games, displays, and a little kite action at one of the best spots on the East Coast for high flying. More Information...

Apr 19

Flying Into Spring And Easter EGGstravganza

Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM

Apr 19

Outer Banks Bike Week

Harbinger, NC

Outer Banks Bike Week

With Daily Guided Rides, Live Music, Bike Show, Bikini Contest, Vendors, Food & Drink and A Lot More! More information

Apr 19

Harbinger, NC

Outer Banks Bike Week

With Daily Guided Rides, Live Music, Bike Show, Bikini Contest, Vendors, Food & Drink and A Lot More! More information

Apr 25

ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Surfing Championship

Jennette's Pier, Nags Head, NC

Head to the beach to catch an incredible live show that’s unlike any other on the Outer Banks with the ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Surfing Championship. Known as a qualifier for the big USA Surfing’s Prime events and USA Surfing Championships that are held in the summertime, this event attracts talented surfers from all across the region and well beyond to the heart of the Outer Banks for a truly spectacular competition. More Information ...

Apr 26

Outer Banks Bike Week

Harbinger, NC

Outer Banks Bike Week

With Daily Guided Rides, Live Music, Bike Show, Bikini Contest, Vendors, Food & Drink and A Lot More! More information

Apr 26

ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Surfing Championship

Jennette's Pier, Nags Head, NC

Apr 27

Outer Banks Bike Week

Harbinger, NC

Outer Banks Bike Week

With Daily Guided Rides, Live Music, Bike Show, Bikini Contest, Vendors, Food & Drink and A Lot More! More information

Apr 27

ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Surfing Championship

Jennette's Pier, Nags Head, NC

May 02

OBX Rod And Custom Festival

Automobile enthusiasts can meet and greet with fellow aficionados while exploring some of the most stunning coastlines that North Carolina has to offer at this two-day festival that features a wide array of ways to have fun. The OBX Rod And Custom Festival is a special celebration of vintage and antique cars that will boast a host of family-friendly activities, from local food, to cruise-ins, to displays that will impress car fans of all tastes and ages. More Information...

May 03

OBX Rod And Custom Festival

May 10

Artrageous Kids Art Festival

Dowdy Park, Nags Head, NC Starts: 10:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 2:00 p.m.

Artrageous is a free, family-friendly event that includes art activities, live music, dance performances, an artisan market, and food vendors. More Information.

May 10

Nags Head Woods 5K Run

Nags Head Woods Starts: 7:00 a.m.

The North Banks Rotary Club is the host organization for the Nags Head Woods 5K. The event is the longest running charity race on the Outer Banks, originally organized by Outer Banks Kiwanis Club. It has been a staple of the Outer Banks community for nearly 40 years! More Information....

May 12

Outer Banks Soft Shell Crab Week

Outer Banks, NC

A week-long restaurant crawl showcasing the best soft-shell tapas dishes on the Outer Banks.

More Information.

May 15

Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular

Nags Head, NC

The Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular will be held on Thursday, May 15th-Sunday May 18th. We invite pilots from all over the country to come fly with us for this four-day event at Jockey’s Ridge State Park in Nags Head, NC, and the Cotton Gin in Jarvisburg, NC (see full schedule below). We will have gliders from Wills Wing and Moyes and new Flytec equipment to demo. For more information, check out: Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular...

May 16

Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular

Nags Head, NC

May 17

Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular

Nags Head, NC

May 18

Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular

Nags Head, NC

May 29

The Lost Colony

Waterside Theatre, Manteo, NC Starts: 7:45 p.m.

The 2025 Season of The Lost Colony begins May 29th, 2025. An experience not to be missed! The Lost Colony offers a refreshed production of Paul Green's original symphonic drama. Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Set on the soundfront on Roanoke Island, enjoy this 87 year-old musical under the stars. More Information. ...

Jun 01

The Lost Colony

Waterside Theatre, Manteo, NC Starts: 7:45 p.m.

Jun 06

Annual Rogallo Kite Fesitval

Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head, NC Starts: 10:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 4:00 p.m.

Kitty Hawk Kites and friends will be displaying amazing 30 – 100 ft kites on top of Jockey’s Ridge State Park. Join us and fly a kite of your own, take part in FREE stunt kite lessons, kite coloring for the kiddos, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the spectacular kites as they fly in the sky. More information...

Jun 07

Annual Rogallo Kite Fesitval

Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head, NC Starts: 10:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 4:00 p.m.

Jul 01

The Lost Colony

Waterside Theatre, Manteo, NC Starts: 7:45 p.m.

Jul 18

Annual Wright Kite Festival

Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, NC Starts: 10:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 4:00 p.m.

Take flight where flight first began with Kitty Hawk Kites and the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Enjoy a walk on the hallowed grounds where Wilbur and Orville took their historic first flight in 1903, then come join us for some fun flight of your own. More Information...

Jul 19

Annual Wright Kite Festival

Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, NC Starts: 10:00 a.m. ‐ Ends: 4:00 p.m.

Aug 01

OBX Watermelon Festival

Kitty Hawk Kites in Nags Head Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM

Enjoy this years activities (subject to change): Event T-Shirt Tie Dye Station, Watermelon-themed Competitions, Watermelon Bowling, Arts and Crafts, Splash Blast, Tiki Toss, Nature Out Loud Interactive Music Performance, Native American Jewelry Making Lessons, Face Painting, Caricatures, Drum Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Muse Art Bus, Food Truck! More Information...

Aug 01

The Lost Colony

Waterside Theatre, Manteo, NC Starts: 7:45 p.m.

Aug 14

OBX Pirate Festival

Nags Head - Kitty Hawk Kites

Ahoy Mateys! Get ready for a swashbucklin’ good time as Kitty Hawk Kites hosts the Outer Banks Pirate Festival. Pirates of Blackbeard’s Crew and mateys will be camped out at Kitty Hawk Kites in Nags Head. Come learn the vast history of pirates on the OBX, and participate in Scallywag School for the little ones to see if they have what it take to be a part of Blackbeards’ Crew! Learn More Here View Nags Head Rentals View All Outer Banks Rentals...

Aug 15

OBX Pirate Festival

Nags Head - Kitty Hawk Kites

Sep 05

Manteo First Friday

Downtown, Manteo, NC Starts: 6:00 p.m. ‐ Ends: 8:00 p.m.

First Friday is a fun-filled, family-oriented event held the first Friday of each month, April through November from 6pm to 8pm, in historic downtown Manteo. The sidewalks pulse with live music, magic, artisans, food, drinks and much more. More information....

Sep 12

OBX Kite Festival

Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM

A regional kite festival that brings some of the nation’s best stunt kite pilots right here to our backyard. Come out and join us for two days of kite flying fun for the whole family. Enjoy massive display kites flying high, including a 100-foot octopus, 80-foot panda, and a 50-foot fish, and participate in FREE stunt and power kite lessons given by pros. On Sunday, come watch world-class displays of artistry and skill with kite flying set to music, synchronized performances, and more! More infromation...

Sep 13

OBX Kite Festival

Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM

Sep 13

Outer Banks Triathlon

1401 National Park Dr., Manteo, NC

Downtown, Manteo, NC Starts: 6:00 p.m. ‐ Ends: 8:00 p.m.

Oct 04

Annual Oink & Oyster Roast

Milepost 4 on the bypass, next to the Kitty Hawk Post Office Starts: 12:00 p.m. ‐ Ends: 3:00 p.m.

Annual Oink & Oyster Roast presented by the First Flight Rotary Club. Proceeds support Outer Banks charities. For complete details and more information visit the Oink and Oyster Roast Event page. ...

Oct 11

Duck Jazz Festival

Duck Town Park

The Town of Duck brings jazz to the Duck Town Park annually on Columbus Day weekend. Enjoy live music from a variety of jazz performers with a full day of performances on two stages at this non-ticketed festival. Extend your Outer Banks stay to enjoy jazz-themed events and promotions taking place throughout Duck businesses and beyond. Attendees are invited to bring food, coolers, chairs, blankets and pets. No beach umbrellas or tents are permitted at the event. The Duck Jazz Festival will be held rain or shine. Check out their video....

Oct 12

Wright Brothers Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site Starts: 7:00 a.m.

Nov 28

Hanging with Santa & Kites with Lights

Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head

Come spread the holiday cheer with Kitty Hawk Kites and the Jockey’s Ridge Crossing crew. Free visit and pictures with Santa, cocoa and cookies, and a light show with kites on Jockey’s Ridge are just a few of the fun and festive things going on. More information Friday, November 28 8:00 AM | Store opens 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Pictures with Santa Saturday, November 29 9:00 AM | Store opens 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Pictures with Santa ...

Nov 29