Events

Outer Banks Kayak Fishing Tournament

September 14, 2022
Kitty Hawk

Join Kitty Hawk Surf Company for the “main event” of the year! The 10th Annual Outer Banks Kayak Fishing Tournament features fantastic prizes for the best kayak anglers on the Outer Banks. This event is a slam style tournament targeting Drum, Flounder, and Trout.

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Duck Jazz Festival

October 8, 2022
Duck

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. Food and drinks will be available to purchase from various town eateries and chairs will be available for rent. Attendees are invited to bring food, coolers, chairs, blankets and pets.

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Outer Banks Seafood Festival

October 15, 2022
Nags Head

Outer Banks Seafood Festival is a fun and educational experience promoting, honoring and celebrating the area's seafood heritage and community. The festival offers opportunities to meet Outer Banks watermen and see the tools of their trade, including boats, crab pots and pound nets. You'll find educational booths, live music, an arts and crafts village and, best of all, the chance to eat fresh, local seafood from more than a dozen restaurants.

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Bluegrass Island Festival

October 20, 2022
Manteo

Music lovers everywhere have started to flock to the Outer Banks for this “New” tradition that adds a roster of acclaimed bands with one of the prettiest venues along the North Carolina coastline. The Outer Banks Bluegrass Island Festival has quickly become one of the most highly anticipated events of the year, and this year’s event is no exception, with a number of regionally and nationally famous bands already signed up to perform in the multi-day event.

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Outer Banks Marathon Weekend

November 11, 2022
Kitty Hawk

The 2022 Outer Banks Marathon Weekend will be chock-full of action. In addition to the marathon the weekend will include a half marathon, 8K, Southern 6K, 5K, challenge and fun run. Come revel in the beauty of North Carolina's coastal crown jewel! Our race courses are carefully planned to showcase some of the best-loved spots along the Outer Banks. Don't forget to plan a few extra days for some beach time and wider exploration. Prices will go up every couple of months as we approach race day. Be sure to register early to get the best possible price!

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Outer Banks Running Club OBX Gobber 5K and Fun Run

November 24, 2022
Kill Devil Hills

Start your Thanksgiving Day with a little action before you start digging into the turkey feast with this annual run that features a family-friendly course, and plenty of ways to explore the local Outer Banks communities. The Outer Banks Running Club OBX Gobbler 5K & Fun Run is an engaging and scenic trek through the Village of Nags Head which is open to runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages, and which is sure to be a great kick-off to Turkey Day for everyone in the crew. The 5K course winds through the heart of south Nags Head and veers along the Roanoke Sound, presenting stellar views along the way, and ample ways to explore this scenic corner of the coastline. In addition to the 5K, folks are also free to sign up for the Fun Run, which is roughly 9/10 of a mile in length, and which is a family friendly event that everyone can enjoy. Folks are free to run, jog, walk, or trot through either of the two courses, and finisher awards are given to all participants who cross the finish line. With proceeds going to the Outer Banks Running Club, this annual event is a great way to rev up for a Thanksgiving Day feast on the Outer Banks.

Hangin' With Santa

November 25, 2022
Nags Heads

Get a head start on the holiday season with this post-Thanksgiving event that offers a world of fun for visitors of all ages. Held at the flagship Kitty Hawk Kites store in Nags Head, this two-day event features amazing shopping, activities, demos and displays, and - of course - a visit by old St. Nick himself to allow kids to get a jump start on their Christmas lists. Kids can meet and greet with Santa during this late November event, and can also get their picture taken with the jolly fellow at the Jockey’s Ridge Crossing in Nags Head. While kids’ primary goal will likely be to meet the big guy, the event features a world of additional holiday fun that will appeal to family members of all ages. Cocoa and cookies will be on-hand to ring in the holiday season right, and the Kitty Hawk Kites store will also feature amazing holiday sales so shoppers can get a jump start on their beach themed holiday gifts. Have some fun with Santa’s elves and try out classic toys straight from the workshop on the second floor of Kitty Hawk Kites! With lots of ways to celebrate, visitors will want to get into the holiday spirit early at this event that rings in the holiday season with style.

Whalehead's Candlelight Christmas tours

November 25, 2022
Corolla

Step back in time to the 1920’s decor and customs taking place during Mr. and Mrs. Edward Collings Knight, Jr.’s time in Corolla. The Whalehead mansion is beautifully decorated in the tradition of the times with greenery, Christmas trees, music, luscious food, fruit, candy and nuts. This special tour will feature a live performance on the original one-of-a-kind Steinway piano – custom designed for Mrs. Knight – along with a few traditional Christmas carols. Tour participants will explore this magnificent mansion including the newly designed Starkey room exhibit. Guests will also enjoy a holiday treat at the conclusion of the tour.

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119th First Flight Anniversay

December 17, 2022
Kill Devil Hills

On Dec. 17 at 9 a.m., Wright Brothers National Memorial and the First Flight Society will celebrate the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright on the 118th anniversary of their first heavier-than-air, controlled, powered flight. Park entrance fees are waived on this special day.

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