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Mystery of the Art & Architecture of Whalehead Presentation

Currituck Maritime Museum Village Lane, Corolla, North Carolina, United States

Come to the Currituck Maritime Museum for a 30 minute, in-depth, presentation titled Mystery of Art and Architecture of Whalehead at the Currituck Maritime Museum. This program is highly recommended for art and architecture enthusiasts. Admission is free for both the Currituck Maritime Museum and presentation. However, seating is limited to first come, first serve availability with room for about 25 people. After the presentation, enjoy the museum exhibits and static displays. This program repeats weekly on Thursdays from 10:30 am - 11:00 am until Sept 12.

Event Series Uncorked Wine Tasting

Uncorked Wine Tasting

The Cotton Gin Sunset Boulevard, Corolla, NC, United States

Sanctuary Vineyards specializes in family-friendly fun with year-round festivals centered on fresh local seafood, beer, and of course, wine. Every event offers the opportunity to sample the best that Currituck, NC, and The Outer Banks have to offer, plus live music, games, and more. 

Thursdays at The Cotton Gin in Corolla, 5:30-8:30 pm

Literary Open Mic

Glenn Eure Ghost Fleet Gallery East Driftwood Street, Nags Head, NC, United States

Literary Open Mic this Thursday, September 12, at Glenn Eure Ghost Fleet Gallery from 6:30pm-8:00 pm. Come join us to hear readings and to share yours! This event is free and open to the public.

Enjoy light refreshments and an evening of literary readings.

Event Series Pea Island Bird Walk

Pea Island Bird Walk

Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 14500 NC Hwy 12, Rodanthe, NC, United States

Pea Island Bird Walk is a FREE event. Pea Island is ACTUALLY for the birds! This National Wildlife Refuge has close to 400 species of birds that live here or pass through. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, you'll enjoy this casual stroll beside North Pond. Field guides, binoculars, sunscreen, and insect repellent are recommended. Some field guides and binoculars will be available for loan.

Pea Island Bird Walks are held year-round except during the Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival in October and December. Meet at the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, located on NC Highway 12 approximately 4 miles south of Oregon Inlet and 9 miles north of Rodanthe.

Event Series Giant Jellies: Carol Willett

Giant Jellies: Carol Willett

Dare Arts Center 300 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Manteo, United States

Giant Jellies, by artist Carol Willett, are sculptures on display in Dare Arts Center. This display will be in the outdoor courtyard from September 6 through mid-November. 

There is something exquisite about the simplicity of jellies. Their color, shape and size are mesmerizing. This trio of Giant Jellies were created to spark curiosity about these magical creatures. The bells were sculpted over exercise balls, then drilled, sanded, painted and sealed. The colorful tentacles are made from deconstructed bath sponges and recycled beads. The reefs and their creatures are built out of expanding foam and wet sand, plus polymer clay and up-cycled plastic bottles. Electrical conduit, bicycle wheels and plywood make up the armatures.

Event Series OBX Kite Festival

OBX Kite Festival

Jockey's Ridge State Park 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

Come join Kitty Hawk Kites in the beautiful September weather at Jockey's Ridge State Park for flying fun!

Kite Festival activities:
10AM-4PM: Giant Display Kites

10AM-4PM: Stunt Kite Demos and Lessons from Professional Kite Flyers

11AM: Speedy Sprout Sprint Kite Race! (kids welcome to participate to win prizes for highest kite flown)

 ALL DAY- Sand castle building with a great non-profit organization!

Event Series Hideaway: Taylor Williams Exhibit

Hideaway: Taylor Williams Exhibit

Dare Arts Center 300 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Manteo, United States

In September, the Dare Arts Vault Gallery will feature Taylor Williams’ latest collection of oil paintings titled, Hideaway. Hideaway highlights the serene moments of coastal North Carolina and beyond. Taylor's use of soothing, low contrast colors accentuates feelings of tranquility. Her work goes beyond merely capturing the visual beauty of the coast, offering glimpses into the sense of sanctuary that these landscapes provide. It's not just about what you see, but about how you feel—a reminder that amidst the chaos of the world, there are places of quiet refuge waiting to be discovered.

Hideaway will be on display in the Vault Gallery September 6-28, 2024.

The Road Through “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell:” A Veterans History Exhibit

Dare Arts Center 300 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Manteo, United States

In September, Dare Arts Courtroom Gallery will feature photography by Theresa Scott. The Road Through “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell:” A Veterans History Project is a documentary series that encapsulates the struggles of serving in the military before “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” (DADT) was repealed. Scott draws on skills as a photographer and a Marine who served under DADT. She invited service members to collaborate on amplifying their voices. Through transcribed interviews and photography, Scott supports participants in unpacking their struggles under policies like DADT and the unique path toward healing. In this exhibit, Scott offers insight into the lives of LGBTQIA+ service members that served before and after the repel of DADT, and she reveals the impact of such discriminatory policies on families and communities today. 

This exhibit will be on display in the Courtroom Gallery from September 6-28, 2024.

Event Series Day at the Docks Hatteras 2024

Day at the Docks Hatteras 2024

Camp Hatteras Conference Center 24798 NC-12, Rodanthe, NC, United States

Come celebrate the history and culture of Hatteras Island’s working watermen at this annual event in the heart of Hatteras Village that has become a tradition for fall visitors and locals alike. Day at the Dock takes place along the waterfront that’s adjacent to the village marinas, and is a delightful combination of fresh seafood and good eats, live demonstrations, working commercial fishing boats, live music, kids activities, and more, and is a true and authentic sample of what life on Hatteras Island is all about. 

See the event website for schedule updates and additional details: Friday, September 13, 2024, 6:30 pm, Hatteras Civic Center, Hatteras Village & Saturday, September 14, 10:00 am. Saturday events will occur throughout the Hatteras area.

Event Series Despicable Me 4 at Pioneer Theater

Despicable Me 4 at Pioneer Theater

The Pioneer Theater 113 Budleigh Street, Manteo, United States

Come to the Pioneer Theater in Manteo for the next installment of Despicable Me where Gru welcomes a new member to the family, Gru Jr., who's intent on tormenting his dad. However, their peaceful existence soon comes crashing down when criminal mastermind Maxime Le Mal escapes from prison and vows revenge against Gru.

$10

Fishy 5K Fun Run

Hatteras Island Methodist Church North Carolina Highway 12, Hatteras, NC, United States

Run the Fishy 5k through historic Hatteras Village the morning of Day at the Docks on September 14, 2024. The Fishy 5k is sponsored by Hatteras United Methodist Church.

The Fishy 5k will start and end at Hatteras United Methodist Church and loop through historic Hatteras Village. Runners and walkers of all skill levels welcome! Come enjoy a morning run and stay to enjoy the events of Day at the Docks, a celebration of the watermen heritage of Hatteras, NC. The Fishy 5k will begin at 8 am. Pushing strollers is allowed, however please start at the back of the corral. Pets are not allowed to participate. Pre-registration is recommended by Aug 27 to receive an event t-shirt. See the event website for additional details and to pre-register.

$35
Event Series Giant Jellies: Carol Willett

Giant Jellies: Carol Willett

Dare Arts Center 300 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Manteo, United States

Giant Jellies, by artist Carol Willett, are sculptures on display in Dare Arts Center. This display will be in the outdoor courtyard from September 6 through mid-November. 

There is something exquisite about the simplicity of jellies. Their color, shape and size are mesmerizing. This trio of Giant Jellies were created to spark curiosity about these magical creatures. The bells were sculpted over exercise balls, then drilled, sanded, painted and sealed. The colorful tentacles are made from deconstructed bath sponges and recycled beads. The reefs and their creatures are built out of expanding foam and wet sand, plus polymer clay and up-cycled plastic bottles. Electrical conduit, bicycle wheels and plywood make up the armatures.