Outer Banks, NC

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Celebrating 50 Years of Kitty Hawk Kites

Thanks to the Wright brothers, the Outer Banks will always be associated with the history of flight. But when it comes to keeping the spirit of flight alive on the Outer Banks in the 21st century, we can thank Kitty Hawk Kites. Founded in 1974 with a mission to share the joy of flying, Kitty Hawk Kites is the largest hang-gliding school in the country and has branched out to offer other flight-related activities like kiteboarding, parasailing, aero tours, kite competitions... Read More

All for the Kids: KidsFest and Artrageous Kid...

Two of the Outer Banks’ most-loved kid-centered events are coming up this week. If you have little people in... Read More

Dockside Dining at Outer Banks Marinas

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Outer Banks Boil Company's EPIC Summer V...

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Outer Banks Lighthouse Climbing Guide 2024

Outer Banks lighthouse climbing season has begun. Of the four Outer Banks lighthouses, only two are open for... Read More

Get to Know a Local: Jamie Hope Anderson-Silv...

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Top Picks: Nightlife

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Sandtrap Tavern
Kitty Hawk
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sandtrap Tavern, Outer Banks Soft-Shell Crab Week
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
Manteo
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 10:00 am
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island, Animal Health Center Tour
Kitty Hawk Kites
Nags Head
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 5:00 pm
Kitty Hawk Kites, 50th Anniversary Celebration
The Inn on Pamlico Sound | Cafe Pamlico
Buxton
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
The Inn on Pamlico Sound | Cafe Pamlico, Rory Kelleher Live
Kitty Hawk Kites
Nags Head
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 6:00 pm
Kitty Hawk Kites, Featured Speaker: Life is Good® Founder, John Jacobs
Absolutely Outer Banks
Kitty Hawk
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 6:00 pm
Absolutely Outer Banks, Suncatcher Resin Workshop
NouVines
Manteo
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
NouVines, Trivia Night
Stripers Bar and Grille Manteo
Manteo
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 6:30 pm
Stripers Bar and Grille Manteo, Trivia
The Pioneer Theater
Manteo
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 7:30 pm
The Pioneer Theater, Mamma Mia
Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill
Kitty Hawk
Friday, May 17, 2024 - 9:00 am to 10:00 pm
Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill, Soft-Shell Crab Week
Top Picks: Daytime Entertainment & Special Events

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Dare Arts
Manteo
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Dare Arts, Mollie Fearing Memorial Art Show
Sandtrap Tavern
Kitty Hawk
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sandtrap Tavern, Outer Banks Soft-Shell Crab Week
Elizabethan Gardens
Roanoke Island
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 10:00 am
Elizabethan Gardens, Butterfly House Release
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
Manteo
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 10:00 am
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island, Animal Health Center Tour
OBX Events
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 11:00 am
OBX Events, OBX Soft-Shell Week
AR Workshop Kill Devil Hills
Kill Devil Hills
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
AR Workshop Kill Devil Hills, Candle Pouring & Scent Mixology Workshop
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
Manteo
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 2:00 pm
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island, Shark Exhibit Tour
Kitty Hawk Kites
Nags Head
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 5:00 pm
Kitty Hawk Kites, 50th Anniversary Celebration
Absolutely Outer Banks
Kitty Hawk
Thursday, May 16, 2024 - 6:00 pm
Absolutely Outer Banks, Suncatcher Resin Workshop
Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill
Kitty Hawk
Friday, May 17, 2024 - 9:00 am to 10:00 pm
Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill, Soft-Shell Crab Week
Top Picks: Great Plates

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White's Shopping Center
Manns Harbor
White's Shopping Center, Ham & Turkey Club with Bacon
Oceanas Bistro
Avon
Sprinkled with crumbled feta cheese and drizzled with a balsamic glaze served over fresh spinach More info - Oceanas Bistro
Oceanas Bistro, Oceanas Fried Green Tomatoes
Mahi Mahi's Island Grill
Nags Head
10 oz spice-rubbed grilled pork chop | mashed potatoes | green beans & onions | caramelized apple & onion puree | green apple... More info - Mahi Mahi's Island Grill
Mahi Mahi's Island Grill, Bone-in Pork Chop
Henry's Restaurant
Kill Devil Hills
Henry's Restaurant, Three Large Hotcakes
Billy’s Seafood
Kill Devil Hills
Jumbo and medium (in season only). More info - Billy’s Seafood
Billy’s Seafood, Soft Shell Crabs
Kelly's Outer Banks Catering
Nags Head
An Outer Banks tradition features NC flounder stuffed with rich Blue Crab Imperial, baked in white wine and butter More info - Kelly's Outer Banks Catering
Kelly's Outer Banks Catering, Baked Stuffed Flounder (GF)
Carolina Bar-B-Que Company
Manteo
Our homemade pork bbq rolled up and deep fried. Comes with Carolina ranch dipping sauce. More info - Carolina Bar-B-Que Company
Carolina Bar-B-Que Company, Pork Puppies
NouVines
Manteo
NouVines, Red Wine
Fig Tree Bakery & Deli and Sweet Tooth
Ocracoke
Homemade, personalized cakes for any occasion More info - Fig Tree Bakery & Deli and Sweet Tooth
Fig Tree Bakery & Deli and Sweet Tooth, Pies and Cakes
Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill
Kitty Hawk
Two soft tacos topped with corn salsa and fresh cilantro and served with fries. Choose from fried shrimp, grilled chicken or seared tuna. More info - Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill
Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill, Bang Bang Taco Plate
Top Picks: Shopping Must Haves

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Gulf Stream Gifts
Nags Head
We have a variety to choose from. Most are $23.95. Runs on AA battery (not included). More info - Gulf Stream Gifts
Gulf Stream Gifts, Beachy Clocks
White's Shopping Center
Manns Harbor
Pick up one of these great coolers to keep your drinks cold for a long day at the beach. More info - White's Shopping Center
White's Shopping Center, Polarbox Coolers
Outer Banks Boarding Company
Nags Head
Vans The Classic Slip-On has a low profile, slip-on canvas upper with all-over checker print, elastic side accents, Vans flag label and... More info - Outer Banks Boarding Company
Outer Banks Boarding Company, Vans Checkerboard Slip-Ons Black/ Off White
Cotton Gin
Corolla, Duck, Jarvisburg, Nags Head
Anytime of year is a great time to light up a beautiful candle from Outer Banks Candle Co. We carry a variety of sizes and scents. More info - Cotton Gin
Cotton Gin, Outer Banks Candle Co.
Cotton Gin
Corolla, Duck, Jarvisburg, Nags Head
Stay warm with this comfy Outer Banks sweater. More info - Cotton Gin
Cotton Gin, Outer Banks Sweater
Birthday Suits
Corolla, Duck, Kill Devil Hills
We always carry a wide variety of flannels in numerous brands and sizes. More info - Birthday Suits
Birthday Suits, Men's Flannel Shirts
Village Craftsmen
Ocracoke
Sizes are about 9” in diameter and 24” long. More info - Village Craftsmen
Village Craftsmen, Jellyfish Chandeliers
Buxton Village Books
Buxton
A collection of what local photographer Roy Edlund calls "mostly good". It's actually all quite good and a lovely depiction... More info - Buxton Village Books
Buxton Village Books, One Hundred Photographs
Outland Seafood
Manns Harbor
We carry heavy duty nets for the adventurous individuals who want to catch their own seafood. More info - Outland Seafood
Outland Seafood, Fishing Nets
Salty Burns
Kill Devil Hills
Show your special someone how much you love them with a laser engraved sign! More info - Salty Burns
Salty Burns, Custom Engraved Wood Art
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