Outer Banks Calendar of Events
7th Annual Outer Banks SPCA Awareness Photo Contest
Thursday, April 02, 2009 - Thursday, April 01, 2010
Throughout the Outer Banks: This Annual photo contest is open to ALL Pampered Pets with a photo taken on The Outer Banks. Our annual publication runs from May - May so the deadline each year is April 1st. If you miss the deadline your entry will go into the next years contest.
Experience OBX
Monday, May 25, 2009 - Monday, September 07, 2009 (10am - 6pm)
Roanoke Island Festival Park: Experience OBX, a new Outer Banks festival for 2009, will be held every Tuesday at Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo. This festival will bring locals, tourists and businesses together to enjoy a variety of free activities.
Each Tuesday from Memorial Day through Labor Day, events will run from 10:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. Events include educational seminars, shopping, entertainment, food, raffles, games and more!
This family friendly festival is open to those of all ages, and is designed to benefit the Outer Banks and its visitors.
The 2009 Outer Banks Daredevils Baseball Season
Wednesday, May 27, 2009 - Friday, August 14, 2009 (6pm)
First Flight High School Baseball Complex: The 2009 season of the Outer Banks Daredevils Baseball team will run from the last week in May to the first 2 weeks in August, 2009.
Games start at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for Seniors and Children, and Free for Kids age 5 and under.
Backstage Tours of The Lost Colony
Friday, May 29, 2009 - Thursday, August 20, 2009 (6pm)
Waterside Theatre at The Lost Colony: During this 45-minute walking tour you'll see how The Lost Colony's stage is transformed right before your eyes and learn other ''tricks of the trade'' while visiting the theatre, costume shop, and props areas. Tours are held nightly. Tickets are $7 per person. Reservations required.
72nd Anniversary Season of The Lost Colony
Friday, May 29, 2009 - Thursday, August 20, 2009 (8pm)
Waterside Theatre at The Lost Colony: The Lost Colony performance is held Monday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m. between May 29 and August 20, 2009. (No performance on July 4, 11, 18, or August 8, 15). Compelling unsolved mystery of America's beginnings. Featuring music, dance, drama, riveting action, and special effects with lavish costumes and sets. Children 11 and under are free on Monday and Friday and half price on Saturday with a paying adult.
Cooking with Penguins
Wednesday, June 03, 2009 - Wednesday, August 12, 2009 (10am - 12am)
Penguin Isle Soundside Grille & Bar: Join Executive Chef Lee Miller in the kitchen for lessons on the identification of healthy/good shellfish and grilling meats, homemade breads and pastas, specialty vegetables, sides and more. Demos of various cooking methods, preparations, dishes and utensil and surface sanitation. Recipes are shared. Fee includes cost of materials, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, tasting and gift. Not recommended for kids under 16 years of age.
The Lost Colony presents Charlotte's Web
Thursday, June 18, 2009 - Thursday, August 13, 2009 (9am)
Waterside Theatre: E.B. White's treasured tale of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a spider named Charlotte comes to life in this Waterside Theatre production for children. Face painting, balloon sculpting, and games entertain the children 30 minutes prior to the performance.
Performances will be at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 18 to August 13, 2008.
Charlotte Web's Barnyard Brunch
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 - Thursday, August 13, 2009
Waterside Theatre at The Lost Colony: Stay after Tuesday's performance of Charlotte's Web for this barnyard bonanza! Meet the cast, enjoy fiddle music, learn a barnyard dance, watch Wilbur's video web-log, play madcap barnyard games and enjoy a simple brunch at the Theatre. Brunch tickets are $8 Youth (11 & under) and $16 Adults. Price includes meal and keepsake photo.
North Carolina School of the Arts Summer Performance Festival
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 - Saturday, August 01, 2009 (2pm - 8pm)
Outdoor Pavilion and Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park: The festival will be held Tuesday to Saturday from June 23 to August 1. Drama, musicals and dance designed to delight the entire family. Bring blanket, chairs, picnic and even your pet (outdoors only). Free. Rain or Shine.
Summer Children's Performance Series
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 - Friday, July 31, 2009 (10am)
Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park: Performances will be held Tuesday through Friday of each week at 10;30 a.m. Shows to be announced.
Whalehead Club Wednesday Wine Festival
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 - Wednesday, July 29, 2009 (3pm - 7pm)
North Lawn of Currituck Heritage Park: Come and celebrate the interesting world of wines! All wine connoisseurs and novices are welcome! Enjoy a Wednesday afternoon of wine tasting and entertainment under the tents on the north lawn of Currituck Heritage Park. With your $20 admission adults can sample wines from North Carolina and the world; keep your souvenir glass; take a complimentary tour of the Whalehead Club; listen to popular local musical artists perform on the stage; sample food from local vendors. Children and leashed pets are welcome. Admission to taste the wines is $20 - parking is free.
July dates for the Festival are July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. This event will also be held August 5, 12, 19, 26 and September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.
Tea with the Queen
Thursday, July 02, 2009 - Thursday, July 30, 2009 (3pm - 5pm)
Waterside Theatre at The Lost Colony: Have an audience with Queen Elizabeth I and her royal court. The Queen's tea also includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre and a complimentary souvenir program. Advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years).
July Dates for this event are July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.
Additional Dates for this event are June 25, August 6 and August 13.
Simon's Pirate Adventure
Thursday, July 02, 2009 - Thursday, July 30, 2009 (3pm - 5pm)
The Lost Colony: Come with your bawdy crew to be dressed like a pirate, talk like a pirate and act like a pirate. Enjoy Simon Fernando's famous Carolina pirate friends as they reenact their dramatic high seas adventures. Simon's Pirate Adventure includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre, a keepsake photo of you with a pirate and delicious pirate's feast. 24-hour advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years).
July Performances will be held on July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.
Additional Performances will be held on June 25, August 6 and August 13, 2009.
Summer Concert Series on the South Lawn
Thursday, July 02, 2009 - Thursday, July 30, 2009 (6pm - 9pm)
South Lawn at Currituck Heritage Park: Relax on the south lawn at Currituck Heritage Park and enjoy the musical talents of students from the NC School of the Arts and local musicians. On the historic Whalehead Club front porch, a variety of music from past to present to please all ages will be performed; including jazz, blues, folk, and classic rock. Bring a beach chair or blanket and watch the sun set over the Currituck Sound while supporting the musical arts! Snack concessions will be available. Leashed pets are welcome. Admission and parking are free.
July dates for the concert series are July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. August dates are August 6, 13, 20, 27.
''Lost Art'' Juried Art Show
Friday, July 03, 2009 - Friday, July 31, 2009
Dare County Arts Council Gallery: A juried collaboration between Dare County Arts Council and The Lost Colony.
Hatteras Civic Association Fireworks Display
Saturday, July 04, 2009
Hatteras: Fireworks start at dusk.
Evening Fireworks in Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head
Saturday, July 04, 2009
Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head: Evening fireworks held throughout Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head to celebrate Independence Day.
The 17th Annual Independence Day Festival of Fireworks
Saturday, July 04, 2009 - Saturday, July 04, 2009 (6pm - 11pm)
1100 Club Road (NC Highway 12): Food, fun and entertainment for the entire family at Currituck Heritage Park. Fireworks will begin at dusk overlooking the Currituck Sound. Bring blankets or beach chairs and enjoy the best fireworks display on the Outer Banks! Admission is free.
Fireworks with the NCSA
Saturday, July 04, 2009 (8pm)
Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park: Featuring fireworks and a performance by the North Carolina School of the Arts.
Dixie and Linda Browning - Watercolorists
Monday, July 06, 2009 - Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park
Duck's Summer Music Series
Tuesday, July 07, 2009 - Thursday, August 13, 2009 (6pm)
Duck Town Stage: This popular evening concert series returns for its 3rd season. Held on Tuesday and Thursday nights at 6:00 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, a picnic dinner, and enjoy an early evening concert on the green in Duck. The concerts are free.
Jesus Christ Superstar Performance and Opening Night Party
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Waterside Theatre: The Lost Colony presents the ground breaking theatrical masterpiece Jesus Christ Superstar by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. This rock musical, a dramatized version of the last seven days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth, is timeless and for the times. Advance tickets: $15 for Preferred Seating, $10 for House Seats. Performance day tickets: $20 for Preferred Seating, $15 for House Seats.
Celebrate the opening night of Jesus Christ Superstar! The post-performance party features hors d'oeuvres, beverages, and an opportunity to meet the talented cast and crew. Tickets are $12 per person for the post-performance party.
The performance is also showing on July 18, 2009.
30th Annual Wright Kite Festival
Saturday, July 11, 2009 - Sunday, July 12, 2009 (10am - 4pm)
Wright Brothers National Memorial (Milepost 8): This festival surrounds a spectacular kite show put on by Larger than Life Kites. Come see a 100ft. octopus, 50ft scuba diver and many other kites dance in the air during this jaw dropping event. Stunt kites demonstrations, games, kids kite making, and contests are held throughout both days. Kids can make and fly their kites where flight began. Events begin mid morning and continue through the afternoon.
425th Anniversary of the Roanoke Voyages
Monday, July 13, 2009 - Monday, July 13, 2009 (10am - 5pm)
Roanoke Island Festival Park: Many special activities will be offered in all venues of the Park.
Meet the Author
Monday, July 13, 2009 - Monday, July 13, 2009 (7pm - 8pm)
Waterside Theatre's Gift Shop Kiosk: Children's book authors will be available to sign autographs and greet young readers before The Lost Colony's Monday performance. Lost Colony admission ticket required.
Jesus Christ Superstar
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Waterside Theatre: The Lost Colony presents the ground breaking theatrical masterpiece Jesus Christ Superstar by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. This rock musical, a dramatized version of the last seven days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth, is timeless and for the times. Advance tickets: $15 for Preferred Seating, $10 for House Seats. Performance day tickets: $20 for Preferred Seating, $15 for House Seats.
Also showing on July 11, 2009.
Meet the Artist
Monday, July 20, 2009 - Monday, July 20, 2009 (7pm - 8pm)
Waterside Theatre's Gift Shop Kiosk: Greet local North Carolina folk artists and craftsman as they showcase their talents before The Lost Colony's Monday performance.
Kitty Hawk Kites Hatteras Kid Kite Day
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Hatteras Landing Shopping Center: Come fly with us at Hatteras Landing! Join in the stunt kite and power kite demonstrations. There will be exhibitions, free lessons, and games for kids from midmorning to mid-afternoon. There will also be face painting and tattoos!
Howard Levy - Harmonica Player
Sunday, July 26, 2009 (4pm)
Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park: Universally acknowledged as the world's most advanced harmonica player, Howard is equally at home in jazz, pop, rock, world music, Latin, classical, folk, blues and country.
The Lost Colony's Theatre Arts Camp, Session I
Monday, July 27, 2009 - Saturday, August 01, 2009 (9am - 5pm)
The Lost Colony: Designed to teach students voice, dance, and acting skills, give them performance experience, ignite their creative spirit, build a sense of accomplishment and community, and encourage them to have fun. $150 per week, plus $10 registration fee (non refundable). Includes camp T-shirt, tickets to Charlotte's Web, Waterside Art Wednesday, Tea with the Queen/Simon's Pirate Adventure, and The Lost Colony. Camp is for ages 6-15.
The Lost Colony's Theatre Arts Camp, Session I Performance
Saturday, August 01, 2009 (10am)
The Lost Colony: Performance by the young talents of The Lost Colony's Theatre Arts Camp participants and members of The Lost Colony Company. Tickets are $5 per person.
Lisa Cooper and Glenn Dodenhoff - Painters
Monday, August 03, 2009 - Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park
The Lost Colony's Theatre Arts Camp, Session II
Monday, August 03, 2009 - Saturday, August 08, 2009 (9am - 5pm)
The Lost Colony: Designed to teach students voice, dance, and acting skills; give them performance experience; ignite their creative spirit; build a sense of accomplishment and community; and encourage them to have fun! Lunch and snacks are provided. $150 per week, plus $10 registration fee (non refundable). Balance due on the first day of camp. Includes camp T-shirt, tickets to Charlotte's Web, Waterside Art Wednesday, Tea with the Queen/Simon's Pirate Adventure, and The Lost Colony. Camp is for ages 6-15.
Ray Matthews Photography Exhibit
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 - Monday, August 31, 2009
Dare County Arts Council Gallery: First Friday Opening Reception for this exhibit will be held on August 7 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Hatteras Island Arts and Craft Guild Summer Show
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 - Thursday, August 06, 2009
Cape Hatteras Secondary School: Free admission, food, and scholarship raffle. Local artists.
Whalehead Club Wednesday Wine Festivals
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 - Wednesday, August 26, 2009 (3pm - 7pm)
North Lawn of Currituck Heritage Park: Come and celebrate the interesting world of wines! All wine connoisseurs and novices are welcome! Enjoy a Wednesday afternoon of wine tasting and entertainment under the tents on the north lawn of Currituck Heritage Park. With your $20 admission adults can sample wines from North Carolina and the world; keep your souvenir glass; take a complimentary tour of the Whalehead Club; listen to popular local musical artists perform on the stage; sample food from local vendors. Children and leashed pets are welcome. Admission to taste the wines is $20 - parking is free.
August dates for the Festival are August 5, 12, 19, 26. This event will also be held July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.
Bloody Mary and the Virgin Queen
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 - Wednesday, August 19, 2009 (3pm)
The Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park: A humorous musical farce based on the relationship between Queen Elizabeth I and her half-sister, Mary Tudor. The two loathed one another and yet are buried in the same tomb in London's Westminster Abbey. The production takes place in the tomb, in the present day. Tickets are required.
August Performances of this show will be held on August 5, 12 and 19.
Performances will also be held on June 3, 10 and 17.
Shepherd of the Ocean
Thursday, August 06, 2009 - Thursday, August 20, 2009 (3pm)
Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park: Shepherd of the Ocean is a whimsical comedy about Sir Walter Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth I. Takes place moments before Sir Walter Raleigh's execution for treason. Tickets required.
August dates for this performance are August 6, 13 and 20.
Shepherd of the Ocean will also be performed earlier in the 2009 season on June 4, 11 and 18.
Simon's Pirate Adventure
Thursday, August 06, 2009 - Thursday, August 06, 2009 (3pm - 5pm)
The Lost Colony: Come with your bawdy crew to be dressed like a pirate, talk like a pirate and act like a pirate. Enjoy Simon Fernando's famous Carolina pirate friends as they reenact their dramatic high seas adventures. Simon's Pirate Adventure includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre, a keepsake photo of you with a pirate and delicious pirate's feast. 24-hour advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years).
Additional performances on June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 and August 13, 2009.
Tea with the Queen
Thursday, August 06, 2009 - Thursday, August 06, 2009 (3pm - 5pm)
Waterside Theatre at The Lost Colony: Have an audience with Queen Elizabeth I and her royal court. The Queen's tea also includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre and a complimentary souvenir program. Advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years).
Additional dates of this event are June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, and August and 13.
Summer Concert Series on the South Lawn
Thursday, August 06, 2009 - Thursday, August 27, 2009 (6pm - 9pm)
South Lawn at Currituck Heritage Park: Relax on the south lawn at Currituck Heritage Park and enjoy the musical talents of students from the NC School of the Arts and local musicians. On the historic Whalehead Club front porch, a variety of music from past to present to please all ages will be performed; including jazz, blues, folk, and classic rock. Bring a beach chair or blanket and watch the sun set over the Currituck Sound while supporting the musical arts! Snack concessions will be available. Leashed pets are welcome. Admission and parking are free.
August dates for the concert series are August 6, 13, 20, 27. July dates are July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.
Waterside Theatre Festival
Friday, August 07, 2009 - Sunday, August 09, 2009
Waterside Theatre at The Lost Colony: Attend four unique theatrical events. Price includes a preferred seat at Waterside Theatre for performances of The Lost Colony (8:00 p.m. on August 7), The Lost Colony's Theatre Arts Camp Performance (10:00 a.m. on August 8), Oklahoma! (8:00 p.m. on August 8), and Grease (7:30 p.m. on August 9). Tickets are $40 per person.
First Friday on Roanoke Island
Friday, August 07, 2009 - Friday, August 07, 2009 (6pm - 8pm)
Downtown Manteo Waterfront: First Friday is a fun-filled, family oriented street festival held the first friday of each month.
Other 2009 First Friday dates are: April 3, May 1, June 5, July 3 and September 4.
10th Annual Kitty Hawk Kites Ocean Games
Saturday, August 08, 2009
On the Beach behind the Ramada Inn: This is a whole day of fun in the sun with a 5 mile kayak race, sandcastle building contests and kite flying demonstrations. Novice and advanced kayakers welcome. Come out and try all the newest kayaks Kitty Hawk Kites has to offer.
Oklahoma!
Saturday, August 08, 2009
Waterside Theatre at The Lost Colony: Oh what a beautiful evenin' when The Lost Colony presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's landmark all-American frontier musical Oklahoma! at star-canopied Waterside Theatre. Advance tickets: $15 for Preferred Seating, $10 for House Seats. Performance day tickets: $20 for Preferred Seating, $15 for House Seats. This show will also be performed on August 15, 2009.
On this exciting opening night, also join us for the Opening Night Hoedown! Celebrate the opening night of The Lost Colony's Oklahoma! The post-performance party features hors d'oeuvres, beverages, and more. Tickets are $12 per person.
The Lost Colony's Theatre Arts Camp Session II Performance
Saturday, August 08, 2009 (10am)
The Lost Colony: Performance by the young talents of The Lost Colony's Theatre Arts Camp participants and members of The Lost Colony Company. This original production is inspired by the participant's imaginations. Tickets are $5 per person.
8th Annual OBX Sandbar 5K
Sunday, August 09, 2009 (8am)
Old Station Public Bath House: The Outer Banks' only 5K Beach Run/Walk is set on the wide flat sands in front of the historic 'Old Station' public bath house in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. This charity event benefits the Outer Banks Relief Foundation which raises funds to help people on the Outer Banks with debilitating diseases and families in crisis.
Grease
Sunday, August 09, 2009 (7pm)
Waterside Theatre at The Lost Colony: Grease is the word. Whether it's your 1st or 100th time, this 1950's rock and roll musical is surely the ''One That You Want!'' Norfolk's celebrated Hurrah Players present this venerable musical classic.
Advance tickets: $15 for Preferred Seating, $10 for House Seats. Performance day tickets: $20 for Preferred Seating, $15 for House Seats.
Meet the Author
Monday, August 10, 2009 - Monday, August 10, 2009 (7pm - 8pm)
Waterside Theatre's Gift Shop Kiosk: Children's book authors will be available to sign autographs and greet young readers before The Lost Colony's Monday performances. Lost Colony admission ticket required.
Life is good Festival
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Kitty Hawk Kites store (Milepost 12.5): You won't want to miss this big outdoor summer bash with a homegrown backyard feel. The festival features family entertainment, dozens of spirited games and activities, and watermelons galore. This official Life is good event will donate all of festival proceeds to children's charities.
Simon's Pirate Adventure
Thursday, August 13, 2009 - Thursday, August 13, 2009 (3pm - 5pm)
The Lost Colony: Come with your bawdy crew to be dressed like a pirate, talk like a pirate and act like a pirate. Enjoy Simon Fernando's famous Carolina pirate friends as they reenact their dramatic high seas adventures. Simon's Pirate Adventure includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre, a keepsake photo of you with a pirate and delicious pirate's feast. 24-hour advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years).
Additional performances on June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 and August 6, 2009.
Tea with the Queen
Thursday, August 13, 2009 - Thursday, August 13, 2009 (3pm - 5pm)
Waterside Theatre at The Lost Colony: Have an audience with Queen Elizabeth I and her royal court. The Queen's tea also includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre and a complimentary souvenir program. Advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years).
Additional dates of this event are June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, and August 6.
''Voices of the Earth and Sea'' Concert with Composer/Cellist, Eugene Friesen
Friday, August 14, 2009 (8pm)
Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park: ''Voices of the Earth'' is a collection of choral compositions sharing a common insight: nature is our solace, inspiration and responsibility.
Oklahoma!
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Waterside Theatre at The Lost Colony: Oh what a beautiful evenin' when The Lost Colony presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's landmark all-American frontier musical Oklahoma! at star-canopied Waterside Theatre. Advance tickets: $15 for Preferred Seating, $10 for House Seats. Performance day tickets: $20 for Preferred Seating, $15 for House Seats. This show will also be performed on August 8, 2009.
Meet the Artist
Monday, August 17, 2009 - Monday, August 17, 2009 (7pm - 8pm)
Waterside Theatre's Gift Shop Kiosk: Greet local North Carolina folk artists and craftsman as they showcase their talents before The Lost Colony's Monday performance.
Virginia Dare Faire
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site: Celebrate Virginia Dare's 422nd birthday. Attend a full day of free activities for the family that include make and take crafts; games; entertainment, activities, free cake and ice cream. Reserve your seats early for the evening performance of The Lost Colony that cameos infant actors as baby Virginia. Ticket charges apply.
Virginia Dare Anniversary Performance
Tuesday, August 18, 2009 (8pm)
Waterside Theatre at The Lost Colony: See a special performance of The Lost Colony that features infant actors in the role of baby Virginia. This traditional anniversary performance is held on the birthday of Virginia Dare, the first English child born in America.
Leslie Erickson - Violinist
Sunday, August 23, 2009 (4pm)
Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park
Whalehead Club Wednesday Wine Festivals
Wednesday, September 02, 2009 - Wednesday, September 30, 2009 (3pm - 7pm)
North Lawn of Currituck Heritage Park: Come and celebrate the interesting world of wines! All wine connoisseurs and novices are welcome! Enjoy a Wednesday afternoon of wine tasting and entertainment under the tents on the north lawn of Currituck Heritage Park. With your $20 admission adults can sample wines from North Carolina and the world; keep your souvenir glass; take a complimentary tour of the Whalehead Club; listen to popular local musical artists perform on the stage; sample food from local vendors. Children and leashed pets are welcome. Admission to taste the wines is $20 - parking is free.
September dates for the Festival are September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. This event will also be held July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 12, 19, 26.
Hatteras Village Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament
Thursday, September 03, 2009 - Saturday, September 05, 2009
Hatteras
Drawing Invitational
Friday, September 04, 2009 - Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park: Artists will showcase charcoal, pastel, pencil and ink works as well as offer a rare and intimate glimpse into their sketch books.
First Friday on Roanoke Island
Friday, September 04, 2009 - Friday, September 04, 2009 (6pm - 8pm)
Downtown Manteo Waterfront: First Friday is a fun-filled, family oriented street festival held the first friday of each month.
Other 2009 First Friday dates are: April 3, May 1, June 5, July 3 and August 7.
Beach 'n Blues Festival
Sunday, September 06, 2009 - Sunday, September 06, 2009 (5pm - 10pm)
Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park: Bringing the best of a variety of styles of Blues music and artists that sends the soulful sounds through your tapping toes. Check website participating artists. Bring your blankets, chairs and dancing shoes. Food and beverages, including beer and wine are available. Tickets can be Purchased for $20 in Advance or for $25 at the Gate on the Day of the Event. Children 12 and under are FREE! Tickets available at all Outer Banks Brew-Thru Locations.
Kitty Hawk Kites Kayak Jamboree and Big Blow-Out Sale
Friday, September 11, 2009
Manteo Waterfront: Try it before you buy it! Talk to experts who will help you find the perfect kayak for all your outdoor needs. This is the best time to buy! Get great discounts all week long on any of the kayaks from this season's fleet.
Blackbeard's Pirate Festival
Monday, September 14, 2009 - Sunday, September 20, 2009
Kitty Hawk Kites store (Milepost 12.5): This week-long event kicks off on Monday, with community events happening all week and all over the Outer Banks. Enjoy Pirate history, storytelling, re-enactments and shows.
The finale of a fun filled week of events will be on Saturday, September 19th at the Kitty Hawk Kites Store in Nags Head. Enjoy everything Pirate-style, from photos to entertainment to paraphernalia.
Day at the Docks - A Celebration of Hatteras Island Watermen
Saturday, September 19, 2009 - Saturday, September 19, 2009 (10am - 6pm)
Hatteras Village Waterfront: The commercial and charter fishing fleets will display their boats, skills, products and gear in a variety of competitions and demonstrations. Maritime-inspired games for children and fresh, local seafood will be featured in a chowder cook-off and cooking demos. Traditional wooden boats, will be on site. Musical entertainment throughout the day. Blessing of the Fleet begins at 5:30 p.m.
Laura Martier Trio
Sunday, September 27, 2009 (4pm)
Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park: Featuring John Toomey on piano.
7th Annual Outer Banks Bike Fest
Friday, October 02, 2009 - Sunday, October 04, 2009
Throughout the Outer Banks: Come join us for the 7th Annual Outer Banks Bike Fest! Events include a variety of vendors, guided tours of the Outer Banks, a poker run and more!
4th Annual Kayak Fishing Tournament
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Kitty Hawk Kites (Milepost 12.5): Contact Kitty Hawk Kites for more information, or email cpalmer@kittyhawk.com.
24th Annual Outer Banks Stunt Kite Competition
Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Sunday, October 18, 2009
Wright Brothers National Memorial (Milepost 8): This competitive fly is on the Eastern League Circuit for sport kite flying and is also sanctioned by the American Kiting Association. Throughout the weekend, non-competitors can enjoy workshops, demonstrations and kite making for kids. The highlights of this event include graceful kite ballet competitions set to music and team flying that blends both kite control and speed.
6th Annual Haunted Corolla Village
Friday, October 23, 2009 - Saturday, October 24, 2009 (6pm - 9pm)
Currituck Heritage Park (1100 Club Road/NC Highway 12): Currituck Heritage Park will be haunted for two days. Come and join us for a ghoulishly good time! Jump on board the Haunted Hayride through Historic Corolla Village and listen to ghostly stories of yesteryear! Then, if you dare, walk the spooky park grounds and be prepared to be scared.
Hangin' with Santa & Kites with Lights
Friday, November 27, 2009 - Saturday, November 28, 2009
Kitty Hawk Kites store (Milepost 12.5): Children can have their free photo taken with Santa in a demonstration Hang Glider on Friday and Saturday, set up at Kitty Hawk Kites in Nags Head. This event is free, so bring your cameras! On November 28th, watch the night sky magically transform as skilled flyers maneuver their lit stunt kites to the sounds of your favorite holiday songs atop Jockey's Ridge State Park. Join us for hot apple cider and cookies beginning at sunset, across the street at the Kitty Hawk Kites store.
Black Friday Porch Sale
Friday, November 27, 2009 - Friday, November 27, 2009 (9am - 5pm)
Whalehead Club (1100 Club Road/NC Highway 12): Do you have a holiday gift list of family and friends who are hard to buy for as they have everything? The Black Friday Porch Sale is the one day you can achieve it all! Select unique gifts for everyone with the message of preserving the heritage of the Outer Banks on sale for up to 50% off. The Whalehead Club's Copper Collection is discounted only once a year - and this is it! Enjoy music, apple cider and home-baked treats while you shop. Plus you can be the first to see this holiday season's decorations in the Whalehead Club inspired by Mr. Knight's etchings from the 1920's. Come away feeling festive not frazzled this Black Friday!
3rd Annual Tree Lighting Celebration
Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Saturday, December 12, 2009 (5pm - 6pm)
The Lawn at Currituck Heritage Park (1100 Club Road/NC Highway 12): See the giant cedar tree in Currituck Heritage Park and the Currituck Beach Lighthouse simultaneously illuminated. Gather on the north lawn to enjoy free hot chocolate and sing carols. Following the lighting ceremony, the Whalehead Club will offer complimentary docent-led holiday tours to show off the decorations inspired by the 1920's etchings of Edward Collings Knight, Jr.
Holiday Piano Concert at The Whalehead Club
Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Saturday, December 12, 2009 (7pm - 9pm)
Library of The Whalehead Club (1100 Club Road/NC Highway 12): Festivities continue in the Library of the Whalehead Club with a Holiday Piano Concert. Listen to Mrs. Knight's custom-made Steinway Grand Piano positively come alive as it did over a century ago!
Tickets for the concert are $35 per person and include a dessert reception during the intermission.
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