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Experience the freshest flavors of Northeastern North Carolina at Secotan Market, a producer-only farmers market where everything is grown, raised, crafted, or created by local vendors. Held in Wanchese, this […]
Step into an immersive outdoor art experience at Dare Arts' Courtyard this summer with Weather the Storm, a captivating mixed-media installation by artist Lara E. Parks. Blending light, shadow, sound, movement, and fabric, the installation transforms with changing weather and natural light, inviting visitors to return throughout the season to experience it in new ways.
Celebrate the opening during First Friday on Friday, July 3, from 6:00–8:00 p.m., where you can meet the artist and enjoy live music by The Blue Crab Boys in the Courtyard. The installation will remain on display through the fall, offering a unique outdoor art experience in the heart of downtown Manteo. Be sure to walk through and enjoy the art!
Spend a Saturday morning exploring the Downtown Market in Manteo, a lively open-air market in the heart of Manteo's charming waterfront district. Browse a variety of local vendors offering fresh […]
Enjoy a true Hatteras Island tradition at the weekly Hatteras Village Community Fish Fry! A summertime staple for decades, the Fish Fry brings locals and visitors together for fresh fried fish and all the fixings while raising money for organizations that serve the Hatteras community.
Choose a small plate with one piece of fresh fried fish or a large plate with two pieces, both served with coleslaw, potato salad, hush puppies and iced tea with free refills. Be sure to save room for something sweet from the dessert table!
Even better, your dinner helps support the community. Proceeds from the season benefit the Hatteras Fire Department, Ladies Fire Auxiliary, Civic Association and Hatteras United Methodist Church, which in turn support numerous local programs and charitable causes.
Dates: Saturdays through September 5, 2026
Upcoming Dates: August 15, 22 & 29 and September 5
Time: 5:00 PM until sold out
Location: Hatteras Village Volunteer Fire Department, Hatteras Village, NC
Cost:
Small Plate – $13: One piece of fresh fried fish, coleslaw, potato salad, hush puppies and iced tea
Large Plate – $18: Two pieces of fresh fried fish with all the fixings
Free iced tea refills are included. Desserts are also available.
The WRV Outer Banks Pro presented by Pacifico returns to Jennette's Pier in Nags Head for four days of world-class surfing action along the Outer Banks coastline.
The World Surf League North America Qualifying Series event features Men's and Women's QS 2,000 competitions, bringing talented professional surfers to the Outer Banks to battle for points and showcase high-performance surfing. WRV has hosted this popular qualifying-series event for years, with its history on the Outer Banks stretching back to the early 2000s.
In addition to the competition, WRV and Pacifico will host family-friendly activities at the event throughout Labor Day weekend. Once competition is called on, fans who can't make it to the beach can also watch the action live through the World Surf League.
Dates: September 3–6, 2026
Location: Jennette's Pier, Milepost 16.5, Nags Head, NC
Competition: Men's & Women's WSL QS 2,000
Admission: Free for spectators
Good to Know: Surf competition times are dependent on wave and weather conditions. Once competition is called on, the event will be streamed live online through the World Surf League, WRV OBX Pro and the WSL app.
Around Town Events
The fun continues off the beach with parties and fundraisers throughout the Outer Banks:
Wednesday, Sept. 2: Pacifico Kick-Off Party & Corona Cares Cancer Fundraiser at Fish Heads, 5 p.m.–until
Thursday, Sept. 3: Backyard Party at Jack Brown's, 5–7 p.m.; Pizza & Brews at Lucky 12 Tavern, 7–9 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 4: Tiki Time Party at Mimi's Tiki Bar at Bluewater Grill, 5–7 p.m.; Pacifico Party on the outside deck at Mulligan's, 7 p.m.–until
Saturday, Sept. 5: Corona Cares Cancer Fundraiser & Pacifico Surf Party at Avalon Fishing Pier, 5–7 p.m.; Pacifico Backyard Party at Bonzer Shack, 7 p.m.–until
Step into an immersive outdoor art experience at Dare Arts' Courtyard this summer with Weather the Storm, a captivating mixed-media installation by artist Lara E. Parks. Blending light, shadow, sound, movement, and fabric, the installation transforms with changing weather and natural light, inviting visitors to return throughout the season to experience it in new ways.
Celebrate the opening during First Friday on Friday, July 3, from 6:00–8:00 p.m., where you can meet the artist and enjoy live music by The Blue Crab Boys in the Courtyard. The installation will remain on display through the fall, offering a unique outdoor art experience in the heart of downtown Manteo. Be sure to walk through and enjoy the art!
Get Labor Day off to an active start with the 3rd Annual Labor Day Lighthouse 5K in Buxton. Runners will make their way through the newly refurbished Cape Hatteras Lighthouse grounds, with scenic views of the iconic lighthouse and a tour through the surrounding park.
The first 200 registered participants receive a commemorative race shirt, eco-friendly reusable cup and finisher medal.
Date: Monday, September 7, 2026
Time: 7:30–9:00 a.m.
Location: Old Lighthouse Beach Access, Buxton, NC 27920
Registration: $40; price increases after August 1 to $45
Registration Required: Yes
Race Perks: The first 200 registrants receive a commemorative shirt, reusable eco-friendly cup and finisher medal.
Start your Labor Day morning with a run through one of the Outer Banks' most recognizable and historic settings.
Step into an immersive outdoor art experience at Dare Arts' Courtyard this summer with Weather the Storm, a captivating mixed-media installation by artist Lara E. Parks. Blending light, shadow, sound, movement, and fabric, the installation transforms with changing weather and natural light, inviting visitors to return throughout the season to experience it in new ways.
Celebrate the opening during First Friday on Friday, July 3, from 6:00–8:00 p.m., where you can meet the artist and enjoy live music by The Blue Crab Boys in the Courtyard. The installation will remain on display through the fall, offering a unique outdoor art experience in the heart of downtown Manteo. Be sure to walk through and enjoy the art!
Step into an immersive outdoor art experience at Dare Arts' Courtyard this summer with Weather the Storm, a captivating mixed-media installation by artist Lara E. Parks. Blending light, shadow, sound, movement, and fabric, the installation transforms with changing weather and natural light, inviting visitors to return throughout the season to experience it in new ways.
Celebrate the opening during First Friday on Friday, July 3, from 6:00–8:00 p.m., where you can meet the artist and enjoy live music by The Blue Crab Boys in the Courtyard. The installation will remain on display through the fall, offering a unique outdoor art experience in the heart of downtown Manteo. Be sure to walk through and enjoy the art!
New to roller skating or curious about roller derby? The Kill Devil Derby Brigade hosts New Skater Night on the first Tuesday of every month, offering a fun, welcoming introduction to skating basics in a non-contact setting. Sessions run from 6–8 p.m. at Aviation Skate Park in Kill Devil Hills. Full safety gear is required, and loaner gear may be available. No experience needed, just a positive, resilient attitude and a willingness to learn.
Discover the mysterious side of Ocracoke Island on an evening walking tour filled with local legends, fascinating history, and ghostly tales. Choose between the Down Point Tour, featuring stories near the Ocracoke Lighthouse, or the 'Round Creek Tour, exploring the historic Howard Street area. Each tour is led by knowledgeable local guides who bring the island's rich past—and its lingering spirits—to life.
Tours are offered most Tuesdays and Fridays from May 19 through September 29, beginning promptly at 7:30 p.m. and lasting approximately 90 minutes. Advance online reservations are required, and space is limited.
Step into an immersive outdoor art experience at Dare Arts' Courtyard this summer with Weather the Storm, a captivating mixed-media installation by artist Lara E. Parks. Blending light, shadow, sound, movement, and fabric, the installation transforms with changing weather and natural light, inviting visitors to return throughout the season to experience it in new ways.
Celebrate the opening during First Friday on Friday, July 3, from 6:00–8:00 p.m., where you can meet the artist and enjoy live music by The Blue Crab Boys in the Courtyard. The installation will remain on display through the fall, offering a unique outdoor art experience in the heart of downtown Manteo. Be sure to walk through and enjoy the art!