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Start your morning off right! Come to Dowdy Park every Tuesday morning at 7:30 am for FREE yoga. Visit the event website for additional details and for a list of this year's 2024 Yoga Instructors.
Get out of the summer heat and celebrate Christmas in July at Theatre of Dare!
Instead of performing Charles Dickens' beloved holiday classic for the umpteenth time, three actors decide to perform every Christmas story ever told -- plus Christmas traditions from around the world, seasonal icons from ancient times to topical pop-culture, and every carol ever sung. A madcap romp through the holiday season!
The Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge will host a series of beach cleanups along the beaches of the refuge throughout the summer, and volunteers from the community are invited to attend! Those who would like to participate are asked to meet at the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitors Center—which is located at 14500 N.C. Highway 12 in Rodanthe, N.C.
These beach cleanups will be held as scheduled weather permitting, and participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing, sturdy shoes and work gloves. For more information, please contact the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitors Center at 252-987-2394.
Celebrate summer at the 18th Annual OBX Watermelon Festival on Thursday, August 1st from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at Kitty Hawk Kites, Jockey's Ridge Crossing, in Nags Head. This event is FREE to the public. Enjoy the following activities.
Event T-Shirt Tie Dye Station (provided by Food Lion)
Watermelon station
Watermelon-themed competitions
Watermelon Flip Cup
Watermelon Bowling
Watermelon Eating Contest
Arts and Crafts Watermelon Wind Socks
Splash Blast
Face Painting (provided by The Lost Colony)
Rock Wall
Food Trucks
Take a stroll along the shaded street in Ocracoke village and you’ll naturally notice the town’s love of all-things fig. Fig trees are everywhere in this coastal town, and during this annual celebration, visitors and locals alike can celebrate the fig through a myriad of music, dancing, history, activities, and of course, plenty of fig goodies.
This two-day event features a wealth of activities that take place at the Ocracoke Preservation Museum, or the nearby Community Square in the heart of the village. Visitors can enjoy a Traditional Ocracoke Square Dance with caller Philip Howard and music by Molasses Creek on the initial night, and then dance the night away with local music. On Saturday, enjoy a Fig Cake Bake-Off, plenty of fig cake samples, a “fig marketplace” with plenty of arts, crafts and baked goods, and lots of games and family-oriented activities for visitors of all ages. With historical programs along the way that explain the significance of the fig in this small coastal village, visitors can enjoy a wealth of educational activities, good times, fun and games, and lots and lots of fig fare at this delicious festival that puts the humble fig in the spotlight. This event is free and open to the public. See the event website for a schedule of events.
The 10th Annual Miss Oregon Inlet II Kids Fishing Tournament is the boat crew's favorite trip of the season. The boat takes kids aging from 6-14 years old on a half-day fishing charter to catch pigfish, croaker, sea mullet, grey trout, pufferfish, spot and sea bass. After the fishing charter, we have a cookout with hotdogs, watermelon, chips, and of course, ice cream! We have an award ceremony following the cookout where we give awards in two age categories: 6-10 and 11-14. The awards are for most fish, largest fish and first fish! Everyone who participates in the tournament will get a medal, t-shirt, and fishing pole. It is a fun-packed day aboard the Miss Oregon Inlet II! (Cost is $50). Preregistration is required.
Come meet community law enforcement officers, firefighters, ocean rescue, paramedics, and more! There will be a bounce house on site!! We are excited to see everyone for National Night Out at the Kill Devil Hills Lowe’s parking lot on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. This event is free to the public.
Enjoy games, toy demos, and crafts for all ages at Kitty Hawk Kites Kids Days. The event recurs every week from June 4 – August 2, 2024 at Duck, Nags Head, and Rodanthe locations from 10 am - 2 pm. See the event website for exact dates and locations.
Join the OBX Running Company for the 2024 13th Annual running of The Outer Banks Sunrise 5k / 1 Mile Beach race series. This is a family fun event on the beautiful beaches of the Outer Banks featuring the new expansive shores of Nags Head. Sunrise Appreciation post-race and crawl, features breakfast refreshments, and, of course, the most beautiful sunrise on the East Coast. Participants receive a finisher medal and event Summer Series T-shirt.
Ahoy Mateys! Get ready for a swashbucklin’ good time as Kitty Hawk Kites hosts the Outer Banks Pirate Festival. 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 takes to be a pirate.
Scallywag school registration is required to ensure a spot. The cost is $10 per participant and can be done online. Registration will go live the month before the event and is strongly recommended. Time slots usually fill up prior to the day of the event. Each Scallywag School session is 30 minutes long. Participants get a certificate at the end.
Scallywag School will be Wednesday, August 7th and Thursday, August 8th at 11 AM, 1 PM, and 3 PM.
It’s Summer time on the Outer Banks. Get your morning started right by adding fun and fitness to your vacation. Enjoy a flat fast paced run/walk through beautiful Kinnakeet Shores in Avon, NC part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Everyone gets a T-shirt, unique finisher medal and chip timing. Awards to the top 3 male and female in the Overall, 1st place Youth boy/girl (14 & under) and 1st Place M/F Masters (40 & Over). A light post - race breakfast and refreshments provided at the finish line. See event details for more information.
The Town of Kill Devil Hills is proud to present the First Flight Farmers Markets. Featuring around 50 vendors offering a wide variety of goods from produce, sweet & savory treats, woodworking, photography, paintings, jewelry, candles, bath and body items and so much more. You’re sure to find one-of-a kind items for yourself and the entire family! The markets will be located at Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive. Parking is available at the park and overflow parking is available at the First Flight High School.
The First Flight Markets are held each Tuesday from June 18 through August 13 from 9 am – 1 pm.
Explore the vibrant spirit of the coastal community at Soundside Market in Nags Head. Dive into a world of food, farm, and unique handmade treasures, lovingly crafted by local artisans. By shopping here, you not only acquire one-of-a-kind pieces but also lend a helping hand to small businesses at the heart of our community. Join us in celebrating local creativity and craftsmanship at the Soundside Market.
OBX Running and Village Realty present the 12th annual running of the Village Realty Village of Nags Head 5k/1 Mile Road Race Series. This event will occur at 8AM during the Summer 2024 on June 20 , July 18, and August 15 in The Village of West Nags Head. Registration is required. (Please note Event location rotates each date in 2024 year. check the event website and location for event location and directions).
Come learn about the US Life-saving Service. Hear true and amazing stories of daring shipwreck rescues from the Graveyard of the Atlantic by “America's Forgotten Heroes." Did you know the most highly awarded maritime rescue in US history occurred right here on the Outer Banks, August 16, 1918? Local historian, Keeper James Charlet, will give a 15 minute presentation full of facts at the Hatteras Lighthouse Pavillon. This will be the last set of presentations for the season (3:30 pm and 4:00 pm).
To the Rescue Summer Concert is raising funds for the incredible Hatteras Island Rescue Squad! Last year was such a hit and helped fund the HIRS to make very necessary upgrades to keep our population safe! With 80's music by the incredible Raygun Ruby, and a raffle full of very enticing prizes, it's sure to be a rocking good night! Come out and support local heroes and send summer off in a beautiful way!
Date: August 15, 2024
Doors: open 7pm
Ticket Prices: Purchase in advance for $15 or at the door for $20. Children 8 years and under may be admitted at no charge, but must be accompanied by ticket holding adult at all times.
Shows often sell out- advanced online ticket purchase is recommended.
Tiki Bars: *Our Tiki Bars will be open during the event and offer a variety of beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drink options. We accept cash & cards at our Tiki Bars.
Aug 15 - "To the Rescue!" HIRS Fundraiser with Raygun Ruby
No, outside food, drinks, or outside seating allowed to be brought into the premise.
Come to Dowdy Park for Fitness Fridays. Enjoy family friendly free fitness classes including Tai Chi, Pilates, and Balance & Stretch classes. This event is free, and open to all ages and/or levels of fitness experience. This event recurs every Friday until August 16, 2024.
Monday, August 12th - Friday, August 16th, head to the waterfront docks of Manteo at Pirate's Cove to take part in one of the biggest offshore fishing tournaments of the year at the annual Pirates Cove Billfish Tournament. This event is free to observers. Participant fees can be found on the event website/registration form ($1000-$5000 depending on the number of participants).
Now celebrating its 41st year, the Pirates Cove Billfish Tournament attracts the best anglers from all across the East Coast to the Outer Banks for a full multiple-day fishing tournament, where landing the big catches can result in some amazing cash prizes. From the Pirate’s Cove Marina, teams of anglers will launch to the Gulf Stream to target marlin, meat fish, and other catches that swarm in the warm offshore waters.
Each day ends with celebrations along the waterfront, and the alluring cash prize. Join in the fun or just swing by the docks in the afternoon to see the day’s impressive tallies, and take part in one of the most impressive fishing tournaments on the Outer Banks.
At the end of the tournament, more than six figures of cash is given to top finishers in a number of categories including the Overall Top Boat, an Overall Jackpot, a Blue Marlin category and the heaviest meat fish overall.
In honor of the birthday of the first English child born here on Roanoke Island in 1587, Virginia Dare, the Elizabethan Gardens will offer a celebratory admission discount. No other discounts available this day. Admission for children 2 years and younger is free. Admission for children 3-5 years old is $2.60. Admission for children ages 6-17 is$6.60. Admission for adults ages 17+ is $10.60.
There will be many planned activities throughout the day. Activities will be posted at the Gardens.
Come celebrate National Aviation Day at the Wright Brothers National Memorial and Dare County Regional Airport from 10 am to 10 pm. The mornings activities will take place at Dare County Regional airport with afternoon and evening activities at the Wright Brother's Memorial Park. The day will be capped off with a free outdoor movie. Admission and parking are free at the airport and at the Memorial all day. This event is for all ages. The morning activities include airplane displays, exhibitors, and food trucks. The afternoon’s highlights will include guest speakers as well as Ranger talks inside the Visitor Center and around the park. The evening’s outdoor movie will start around 8:00 PM. Bring your own blankets and chairs to watch the movie under the stars.
Join the Network for Endangered Sea Turtles (N.E.S.T) for Turtle Talks! Learn about sea turtle behavior on the Outer Banks and what you can do to help protect the sea turtles that nest and hatch on our beaches. Turtle Talks are free, last about one hour and are intended for all ages. Wednesdays, July 10 and 24 and August 7 and 21, 2024 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. The cost is FREE!
Meet talented painter, carver, bead and digital artist, Amber Roth. Join her workshop to learn how a simple feather can become a work of art. You'll learn about feather "wrapping" and how to paint your own design on a feather. The cost for this experience is $10 per person. Registration is required and tickets can be purchased online at the event website.
The 10th Annual Surf and Sounds Chamber Music Series presents performances featuring Tshobe Selby and the Surf and Sounds Piano Quintet. These free events are a unique opportunity to experience world-class musicianship in an intimate setting. The Surf and Sounds Chamber Music Series has consistently garnered rave reviews for its exceptional performances and thoughtfully curated programs. These events will take place at multiple locations: Southern Shores, Nags Head, Buxton, and Manteo. See the website for locations. Tickets are free; however registration is require due to limited space.
Schedule & Locations:
Tuesday, August 20, 7:00 p.m.
All Saints Episcopal Church, Southern Shores
Wednesday, August 21, 7:00 p.m.
St. Andrews By-The-Sea Episcopal Church, Nags Head
Thursday, August 22, 7:00 p.m.
Cape Hatteras Secondary School, Buxton, NC
Friday, August 23, 7:00 p.m.
Pioneer Theater, Manteo, NC
Come to the Jockey's Ridge Visitor Center and pull up a chair in the newly renovated Community Room for a fun and informative presentation highlighting the wonderful world of Jockey's Ridge State Park. This event is free to the public.
Join our environmental educator for an exciting and educational Sunday morning Dune Hike. This guided hike will take you through maritime evergreen forest and out to the tallest living sand dunes on the east coast. Learn about the unique ecosystem of Jockeys Ridge and recreational opportunities our park has to offer. Observe plants and learn about the wildlife at Jockey’s Ridge. This hike will take approximately 45 minutes and will meet at the Visitor’s Center Pavilion. Please wear appropriate shoes, wear sunscreen, and bring water!
Join our environmental educator for an exciting and educational morning Dune Hike. This guided hike will take you through maritime evergreen forest and out to the tallest living sand dunes on the east coast. Learn about the unique ecosystem of Jockeys Ridge and recreational opportunities our park has to offer. Observe plants and learn about the wildlife at Jockey’s Ridge. This hike will take approximately 45 minutes and will meet at the Visitor’s Center Pavilion. Please wear appropriate shoes, wear sunscreen, and bring water! The event is free to the public.
These weekly program are part of the museum’s Salty Dawgs Lecture Series, which features a different presentation on North Carolina maritime history and culture each week. These programs are scheduled at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays from June 4 through Aug. 27 in the museum. Admission to the museum and lecture are free. See the event details for all program topics.
Join The Cotton Gin in Duck for a Tuesday Delight ! Enjoy free wine tastings and acoustic music from 2-5PM from May 28th - August 27th.
Stop by the community room at Jockey's Ridge State Park for a quick presentation about Jockey’s Ridge state park; and explore our park from the inside with mounts, pelts, sand samples, fulgurite, games, and more. Come hang out and ask our educator questions! This event is free to the public.
Discover what life can be found in the Roanoke Sound. Give a park ranger a helping hand with seining the sound. Get a close-up view of the critters we catch. Extra nets will be available for our young explorers. This activity will take place in the water close to the shoreline, so be prepared for a wet experience! Afterwards, participants will receive an official Jockey's Ridge State Park Soundside Explorers member card. Get out, get wet, and enjoy summer!
Get out of the summer heat and enjoy some hilariously fast-paced culture at Theatre of Dare! THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) is one of the world’s most frequently produced plays and has been translated into several dozen languages. Featured are all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays, meant to be performed in 97 minutes, by three actors. Fast paced, witty, and physical, it’s full of laughter for Shakespeare lovers and haters alike!
This show is rated PG-13 due to mild language and adult innuendo.
Come enjoy stories about legends, folklore, and ghosts of historic Whalehead. Legends, Lore, and Ghost Tours are held Wednesdays at 7 pm. Space is limited and advance reservations are recommended. Tours last about an hour and are not recommended for children under 10. The dates are August 7, 14, 21, & 28. The cost is $15.00 per person. There are no refunds for cancellations. It is recommended that participants arrive at 6:45 pm, as the tour starts promptly at 7:00pm and bring a flashlight for their group.
Widely known for its rich history of saving souls in peril from the sea, the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station has, for many years, provided a re-enactment of the beach apparatus rescue drill, recognized as an integral part of the Life-Saving Service. Meet on the porch promptly at 2 and hear an introduction to the history of Ocean rescues from the early 1800’s to present before proceeding out to the drill field where Chicamacomico’s Drill team will explain the equipment, and conduct the drill culminating with the rescue of a lucky kid from the audience. This event is free.
There are some great movies coming to The Pioneer Theater in August. Movie titles, dates, and times are listed below. The perfect activity for a rainy day at the beach. See the event webpage for details and to purchase tickets ahead.
Point Break (2015 version) on July 30, 31, and Aug 1 at 7:30 pm
Los Frikis (2024) on Aug 2 at 8pm, Aug 3 &4 at 7:30 pm
Dirty Dancing (1987) on Aug 2, 3, & 4 at 2 pm and Aug 6, 7, 8 at 7:30 pm
Frozen (2013) on Aug 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, & 15 at 7:30 pm
Cars (2006) on Aug 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, & 22 at 2 pm
Skyfall (2012) on Aug 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, & 22 at 7:30 pm
Beauty and the Beast (1991) Aug 24, 25, 27, 28, & 29 at 7:30 pm
Why do one event when you can do two! We start the day with story time and follow up with some fun chalk art. Chalk is provided, you will provide the creativity. The event starts on the steps of the Paul F. Keller Meeting Hall with some stories provided by Island Bookstore or Ducks Cottage Coffee and Books. Then we will head over to the Town hall where you can show off your best chalk skills on the sidewalk squares around the building.
Be sure to bring some water with you as it does get hot!
Surface and Undercurrents: Influences from Iceland, the Arctic & the Anthropocene is a collaborative group exhibition that explores environmental themes. Ideas for this exhibit were developed during the artists' retreat in Iceland during the summer of 2023. The exhibition features work by North Carolina artists Lisa LeMair, Christina Weisner, Chistopher Proto, Emily Holmes, Wendy Allen, Scott Solter and Ashley Paskov. Surface and Undercurrents: Influences from Iceland, the Arctic & the Anthropocene will be on display in the Courtroom Gallery August 2-31, 2024.
There will be an opening reception on Friday, August 2 from 6pm to 8pm, where visitors can meet Lisa LeMair, Christina Weisner, Chistopher Proto, Emily Holmes, Wendy Allen, Scott Solter and Ashley Paskov and view their work.
The opening reception is during downtown Manteo's First Friday festivities, and is free and open to the public.
In August the Vault Gallery will feature porcelain pieces by Pamela Lassiter. Pamela's work is inspired by the natural environment of her home on Hatteras Island. The body of work in this exhibition is a reflection of the life and patterns that she sees on the island. The various organic forms and processes develop from studying the oceans movements. Pamela is fascinated by the tide as it ebbs and flows creating dynamic patterns in the sand. These patterns are interpreted through a process of carving and adding coils to wheel thrown and altered or hand built forms.
Sea and Sand will be on display in the Vault Gallery August 2-31, 2024.
There will be an opening reception on Friday, August 2 from 6pm to 8pm, where visitors can meet Pamela and view her work.The opening reception is during downtown Manteo's First Friday festivities and is free and open to the public.
Come cast your line and learn the basics needed to catch your first fish! Learn how to assemble tackle, bait your hook, identify fish species, and practice catch-and-release techniques. Bring your patience as we try our luck fishing from our Soundside Pier. Closed toe shoes required. This program is for those ages 5 & up. Children ages 5-13 must be accompanied by a paying paid participating adult. (Program Duration 1.5 Hours) The program cost is $15.00 per person plus the cost of regular aquarium admission ($12.95 per adult ages 13 - 61, $10.95 per child ages 3-12, free for children 2 and under. $11.95 military and senior rates, or $13.50 for NC Aquarium Society Members).
The Hatteras Volunteer Fire Department will be the seasonal home of the fish fry from May 25 until August 31. A large plate is $15 and includes two pieces of locally caught fish, southern potato salad, cole slaw, and hush puppies, with sweet or unsweet tea, and homemade desserts available for a donation. The fish fry is held every Saturday at the Hatteras Fire Station from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend, from 5:00 p.m. until dinner is sold out.
Come to the community room at the Jockey's Ridge Visitor Center for a rotation of educational, hands-on activities. Learn more about Jockey's Ridge State Park through hands on activities, species stations, games, pelts, and a presentation about Jockeys Ridge. Stay for as long or little as you want to. Hang out and ask our educator questions!
WRV Outer Banks Pro Contest is from August 28th - Sunday, September 1st from 7 am - 4 pm.
Spectators are welcome to hit the sand and watch some of the top surfers in the region and the world compete in this late summer competition that promises to be one of the best live shows on the beach. Wave Riding Vehicles has stood for surfing since it was first founded in 1967, and this annual week-long surfing competition continues the celebration of this tradition in both its causal and competitive forms.
The competition takes place on the beach next to Jennette’s Pier in the town of Nags Head, which makes it easy to reach for visitors throughout the central Outer Banks. Vacationers who want to check out the action can take a beach chair or beach blanket to the sand to enjoy the display of amazing athletics and abilities, or can head to the pier itself for a bird’s eye view of the competition in the ocean waves below (There is a fee to enter the pier).
Celebrate the end of Summer with The OBX Running Company and our friends at The Outer Banks Brewing Station for our famous Beer Mile. This is an adult 21 and over only social run.
Join the Outer Banks Brewing Station crew for an American themed beer mile.
Backyard party, chip timing and T-shirt included.
Prizes to the fastest male and female overall.
Late registration and Check-in from 10 - 10:45 AM September 1, 2024
in the Restaurant backyard under the windmill.
The bar opens 1 hour early, at 10 AM
if you want to do some, "pre-gaming."
Adult entry $40
Beverages are 10 oz. and Runs are ¼ mile.
The Outer Banks Brewing Station is located at Milepost 8 & ¾ on the Bypass
Plan to participate or observe the 3rd Annual Billfish Tournament at Oregon Inlet Fishing Center. Team fees range from $1000 up to $10,000. The tournament will take place on Sunday September 1 times to be announced. The weigh in and awards will take place September 1 from 3-6 pm. This Fundraiser benefits the Community Care Clinic of Dare and helps to provide Medical, Dental, Pharmacy and Mental Health Services to the uninsured and underinsured members of the Outer Banks Community.
The Outer Banks Astronomy Club and Jockey's Ridge State Park will be hosting an evening of stargazing to help spread a love and appreciation for the night sky. The event will help showcase the dark skies we have here on the Outer Banks and will be centered around the new moon to further enhance the appearance of many celestial objects. Equipment will be provided for your enjoyment. This event is free and open to the public. All are welcome to bring their own telescopes.