Events & Holidays

Check out our 2022 OBX-Themed Holiday Gift Guide for plenty of ideas that will be sure to please everyone on your holiday gift list.

Throughout the year, guests and locals, alike, are encouraged to seek out one of the many local art shows that celebrate the lives and work of these artists. Below is a list of upcoming arts and crafts shows on the Outer Banks where you can stop by to enjoy local art and cuisine, pick up a souvenir to take a piece of the OBX back home with you, or get an early start on your holiday shopping!

It’s hard to believe it’s already the end of 2019! This year may have flown by but luckily, there is still plenty to do around the OBX! From kid-friendly activities and champagne toasts to full dance parties, you'll be able to close out the year in...

Due to our geographical ability to easily obtain fresh seafood and local produce, food culture is often at the center of our celebrations here on the Outer Banks... but who doesn't love a fun food festival? One of the most anticipated food-related events every year is the Outer Banks Food Truck Showdown—a fun, family-friendly celebration of food from all over the state!

Now that Fall is approaching, fisherman will be flocking to the shore to try their luck at reeling in that big catch. If you enjoy a good competition and are looking for a real fishing challenge this fall, register to enter the 2019 Outer Banks Kayak Fishing Tournament!

This year marks the 50th anniversary of one of the most influential and well-known space exploration achievements: The Apollo 11 Moon Landing of July 20, 1969. This month, there will be celebrations all over the nation in honor of the anniversary of this incredible event but you can celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11 right here on the Outer Banks!

Join the Town of Duck for the annual Duck Jazz Festival! Held at the beautiful Duck Town Park that borders the Currituck Sound, this exciting festival takes place over Columbus Day weekend each year and is free to the public.

Take a moment to think about what comes to mind when you hear, “summer beach vacation.” If fresh seafood, great fishing, water sports, local festivals and tons of fun in the sun come to mind, then you’ll love visiting the OBX! June is the...

From playing in the sand and visiting the local aquarium, there are plenty of fun activities on the Outer Banks for kids to enjoy.