Category: Outer Banks Community Spotlight
Wing Fling Lands on the Outer Banks This August
Unlimited Wings, Live Music, and Family Fun Come to Manteo If you love chicken wings, live music, and spending a summer afternoon on the Outer Banks, you won’t want to miss the first-ever All-American Wing Fling – Outer Banks Edition. This brand-new festival is coming to Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo on Saturday, August... Read More
Celebrate the Fourth of July on the Outer Banks
Your Guide to Independence Day Events from Corolla to Hatteras Island There’s no better place to celebrate Independence Day than the Outer Banks. With miles of beautiful beaches, waterfront celebrations, small-town traditions, and spectacular fireworks displays, the Fourth of July is one of the most exciting weeks of the summer. Whether you’re living or staying... Read More
Kick Off Summer at the 9th Annual Soundside FunFair in Nags Head
June 4-7, 2026 Summer on the Outer Banks officially starts when the lights go up at the Soundside FunFair. The 9th Annual Soundside FunFair returns to Nags Head June 4–7, 2026, bringing four nights of carnival rides, games, food, and family fun to the Soundside Event Site. Hosted by the Children & Youth Partnership for... Read More
Soft Shell Week on the Outer Banks
A true taste of the Outer Banks you don’t want to miss! There’s something about May on the Outer Banks. The weather is just right, the crowds haven’t fully arrived yet… and if you know, you know—it’s soft shell season. And not just any season. We’re talking about one of the most delicious weeks of... Read More
The 2026 Lost Colony Wine & Culinary Festival
Sip, Savor & Soak It All In If you’re looking for one of the best spring events on the Outer Banks, this is it. The 2026 Lost Colony Wine & Culinary Festival is happening on Sunday, April 19th in Manteo, and it’s one of those events locals and visitors both look forward to every year.... Read More
Taste of the Beach: March 13-15
One of the Most Delicious Weekends on the Outer Banks If you love great food, local restaurants, and a reason to visit the Outer Banks in the spring, Taste of the Beach is one of those events you don’t want to miss. Hosted by the Outer Banks Restaurant Association, this annual food and wine festival... Read More
Take the Plunge for a Great Cause!
2026 OBX Polar Plunge at Jennette’s Pier Every winter, our Outer Banks community comes together for one of the coolest (literally!) and most meaningful events of the season — the OBX Polar Plunge benefiting Special Olympics North Carolina. Whether you’re a year-round local or visiting the beach in the off-season, this is one event that... Read More
Ring in the New Year Outer Banks Style at Meet Me in Manteo!
A festive, small-town New Year’s Eve celebration by the water There’s no better place to welcome 2026 than downtown Manteo, NC — where small-town charm, waterfront views, and festive fun come together for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration! What’s Happening Mark your calendars for Wednesday, December 31st — the fun kicks off at 6:00... Read More
A Coastal Christmas Tradition: The Hatteras Village Christmas Parade
Celebrating the Holidays, Island-Style on Hatteras Island A Holiday Parade With Heart (and a Little Salt Air) If you’re looking for a festive tradition that captures the true spirit of the Outer Banks, the Hatteras Village Christmas Parade is it. Every December, Hatteras Village comes alive with twinkling lights, cheerful floats, and families lining NC... Read More
Turkey Trots on the Outer Banks, A Great Thanksgiving Tradition
Coastal 5Ks bringing locals and visitors together to move, give back, and kick off the holiday with gratitude If you’ll be spending Thanksgiving on the Outer Banks, there’s no better way to kick off the day than with a little movement, a lot of community spirit, and some well-earned pumpkin pie waiting at the finish... Read More