Outer Banks Calendar of Events
76th Anniversary Season of The Lost Colony
Friday, May 31, 2013 - Thursday, August 22, 2013
The Lost Colony: Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. Monday - Friday, 8:30 p.m. 2012 marks the 75th anniversary season of the nation's longest running symphonic drama, The Lost Colony. Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Paul Green's The Lost Colony recounts the historical events leading to the disappearance of the first English colonists who settled on Roanoke Island over 400 years ago. Come see live theatre under the stars performed by a professional company of more than 100 actors, dancers, singers and technicians. From epic battles and Indian dances to the pageantry of the Queen and her court, The Lost Colony educates, enriches and entertains! Inquire about weekend performances and special rates. Children 12 and under free on Monday nights when accompanied by a paying adult. Backstage tours at 7:30 p.m. Admission. (252) 473-6000 or thelostcolony.org
The Windmill Point Art Fair
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Presented by Children at Play
Thursdays in June and July from 10 am to 2 pm. Free to the public.
Free parking.
Located at the Outer Banks Event Site, MP 15 On the Bypass in Nags Head
windmillpointartfair.com/
Family Movie Nights
Friday, June 21, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Presented by Children At Play
Fridays through June 28, 2013 at the Outer Banks Event Site in Nags Head
Family movies are shown every Friday. Gates open at 7 pm. Movies begin at dusk. You are welcome to bring low back chairs or blankets to sit on.
Parking is $10.00 per car. Movies are free! Concessions available.
Call 252.261.0290 for weather updates.
www.childrenatplayobx.com/uncategorized/movies-on-the-sound/
Breakfast with the Rays at NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island: For Ages 6 & Up
June 19th and June 26th. Start time is 8:30 am
Limited to 15 people. $15 per person. Closed toe shoes are required.
Phone: 252-473-3494
Duck's Summer Music Series
Thursday, June 27, 2013 - Thursday, August 8, 2013
Duck Town Stage: Duck Town Green, Duck, NC 27949
This popular evening concert series features some of the area's best known musical acts. Bands entertain concert-goers on the Duck Town Green Thursday evenings from June 27 through August 8, beginning at 6:30 p.m. (There will not be a show on Thursday, July 4)
Straight No Chaser
Saturday, June 29, 2013
Roanoke Island Festival Park: Straight No Chaser at the Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo June 29, 2013. 8:00 pm. Rain or Shine Event. Phone: 800-745-3000
"Straight No Chaser is the real deal - the captivating sound of ten unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense… and with a sense of humor."
Open Water Swim
Sunday, June 30, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Open Water Swim at the Ole Swimming Hole, Manteo, NC 27954
Join the OBX Swim Club for the Outer Banks Open Water Swim on Sunday, June 30, 2013 at the Ole Swimming Hole in Manteo. For ages 11 and older. Distance of 500 meters, 1 KM and 2 KM. Start time is 8:00 am. The swim is limited to 300 people, will be timed, and is a USA Swimming sanctioned event. Visit the following website for more information and to sign up: http://www.setupevents.com/?fuseaction=event_detail&eventID=2482
Duck's Singer Songwriter - Tuesday Evenings
Tuesday, July 2, 2013 - Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Duck Town Stage: Bring a blanket or lawn chair, a picnic dinner and enjoy an early evening concert on the town green. Admission is free.
Children's Theater - Tuesday Evenings
Tuesday, July 2, 2013 - Tuesday, August 6, 2013
Town of Duck: Tuesday mornings will feature a variety of family-oriented shows. Performances start at 10:00 a.m. in the Duck Amphitheater, with gates set to open at 9:45 a.m. All shows are free and seating is on a first-come, first serve basis and not guaranteed if the venue is full.
9th Annual Duck's Fourth of July Parade
Thursday, July 4, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: A community event featuring music, refreshments, parade trophies and more.
www.townofduck.com/duck4thofjuly/
July 4th Celebration Music and Fireworks
Thursday, July 4, 2013
Roanoke Island Festival Park: Outdoor Pavilion. Pack up the lawn chairs, blankets and picnic and bring family and friends as the nation celebrates July 4th in the Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Fireworks will be provided by the Town of Manteo beginning at 9:30 p.m. A patriotic concert will began at 8 p.m.
252-475-1500
Independence Day 1850
Thursday, July 4, 2013
Island Farm: July 4, 2013 at the Island Farm on Roanoke Island
Time: 10 am to 4 pm.
1140 US Highway 64, Manteo, NC 27954
Phone: 252-473-6500
Email: ISLANDFARM252@GMAIL.COM
Celebrate Independence Day 1850's style at the Island Farm in Manteo. Musket fire, games and a reading of the Declaration of Independence. You are welcome to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on the lawn.
Fireworks Spectacular!
Thursday, July 4, 2013
Nags Head Fishing Pier: July 4, 2013 at 9:25 pm at the Nags Head Fishing Pier. Milepost 11.5
Performed by Zambelli Fireworks. Rain Date July 5
First Friday on Manteo's Historic Waterfront
Friday, July 5, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Shop unique boutiques, browse our galleries! Pick your next great read! Sip a gourmet coffee! Savor a glass of wine! Dine at one of our many wonderful restaurants! Visit our attractions! Discover Manteo on the First Friday of each month, April through December - 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Inaugural Running of The Nags Head Village Realty 5K Series
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Village Realty: Kick off your flip flops, lace up those running shoes and join us for this family fun event sponsored by Village Realty. Add fitness to your vacation at our Summer morning 5K through the Village at Nags Head.
For more information contact:
outerbanksruncations@gmail.com or call/text (252) 489-8239
More Information and Register at http://www.raceit.com/search/event.aspx?id=17409.
$35 Race Fee includes post-race refreshments, t-shirt and finisher medal.
2nd Annual Townebank Red Nose Wine Festival
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: It is with a great deal of pride and pleasure that the Outer Banks Relief Foundation announces the 2nd Annual TowneBank Red Nose Wine Festival on Thursday, July 11, 2013.
This is an Outer Banks Relief Foundation Charity Event , and is one of the many fundraisers held by the Foundation as it fills its mission to serve our community whose mission is simple: to financially assist those in our community who are faced with debilitating illness or tragedy. Net funds will be expended to help those on the Outer Banks.
For more information, contact the Outer Banks Relief Foundation at 252-261-2004.
More info soon!
Suptastic
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Come out and join Kitty Hawk Surf Co. for the Suptastic July 13th from 10:00 am-4:00 pm! Stand Up Paddleboarding is taking off throughout the country as the new recreational activity for all. Try out your skills at the SUPtastic! Join in or watch paddleboarders race throughout the Manteo/Roanoke Island area using their abilities in a fun race! Learn the basic techniques of SUP, check out the merchandise, and enjoy a little fun competition!
UNC Pembroke Children's Show - Charlotte's Web
Thursday, July 18, 2013 - Saturday, July 20, 2013
Roanoke Island Festival Park: Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Tickets are $5 for all. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Park or the day of the event.
UNC Pembroke Performance Series - The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)
Thursday, July 18, 2013 - Friday, July 19, 2013
Roanoke Island Festival Park: Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Tickets are $10 adults and 4-12 years old- $5. 3 and under are free. They may be purchased in advance at the Visitors Center or the night of the event. 252-475-1500
Inaugural Running of The Nags Head Village Realty 5K Series
Thursday, July 18, 2013
Village Realty: Inaugural Running of The Nags Head Village Realty 5K Series
Kick off your flip flops, lace up those running shoes and join us for this family fun event sponsored by Village Realty. Add fitness to your vacation at our Summer morning 5K through the Village at Nags Head.
For more information contact:
outerbanksruncations@gmail.com or call/text (252) 489-8239
More Information and Register at http://www.raceit.com/search/event.aspx?id=17410
$35 Race Fee includes post-race refreshments, t-shirt and finisher medal.
35th Annual Wright Kite Festival
Saturday, July 20, 2013 - Sunday, July 21, 2013
Wright Brothers National Memorial: Come take flight with the Wright Brothers National Memorial and Kitty Hawk Kites at the Wright Kite Festival in Kill Devil Hills, NC July 20th-July 21st! Walk through the museum and gain knowledge of the birthplace of aviation and then put this knowledge to the test outside with Kitty Hawk Kites. Large kites will be on display throughout the weekend, joining in the sky with the Wright Memorial! Learn how to fly stunt and power kites from the experts while watching their displays right beside you. Families and Individuals are encouraged to bring out their own kites and participate in the event. Kitty Hawk Kites will be offering FREE kite making at the museum each day. The Kitty Hawk Kites Wright Flight Festival is FREE TO THE PUBLIC, although entrance into the park is $4.00. Admission costs help benefit the National Park Service. Children 16 years old or younger receive FREE ADMISSION to the park.
Email: EVENTS@KITTYHAWK.COM
Inaugural Running of The Nags Head Village Realty 5K Series
Thursday, July 25, 2013
Village Realty: Kick off your flip flops, lace up your running shoes and join us for this family fun event sponsored by Village Realty OBX. Enjoy the fun of a run and add fitness to your vacation at our Summer morning 5k through the Village of Nags Head.
For more information contact:
outerbanksruncations@gmail.com or call/text (252) 489-8239
Register/More Information: http://www.raceit.com/search/event.aspx?id=17411
$35 Race Fee includes post-race refreshments, event t-shirt and finisher medal
First Friday on Manteo's Historic Waterfront
Friday, August 2, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Shop unique boutiques, browse our galleries! Pick your next great read! Sip a gourmet coffee! Savor a glass of wine! Dine at one of our many wonderful restaurants! Visit our attractions! Discover Manteo on the First Friday of each month, April through December - 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
12th Annual OBX Sandbar 5K
Sunday, August 4, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Race begins at 7:30 a.m. Set on the wide flat sands in front of the historic 'Old Station' public bath house in Kitty Hawk.
Heroes of the HMS Bounty
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station Historic Site: Actual members of the Coast Guard crew that made the now-nationally-famous rescue of the HMS Bounty off of Cape Hatteras during Hurricane Sandy on Oct. 29, 2012 will present a very rare program this summer at the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site & Museum.
Personnel from the US Coast Guard Station in Elizabeth City will do this program at 2:00 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month for June, July and August. Hear first hand the details of this amazing event. Photo ops and souvenirs available. This will be a part of Chicamacomico's Summer Porch Program.
The replica Bounty ship was built for the 1960 MGM movie "Mutiny on the Bounty" starring Marlin Brando. Because of the authenticity in detail, Bounty was used in several other feature films, including "Treasure Island" with Charlton Heston & "Pirates of the Caribbean, Dead Man's Chest" starring Johnny Depp. Email: CLSS@EMBARQMAIL.COM
Inaugural Running of The Nags Head Village Realty 5K Series
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Village Realty: Kick off your flip flops, lace up your running shoes and join us for this family fun event sponsored by Village Realty OBX. Enjoy the fun of a run and add fitness to your vacation at our Summer morning 5k through the Village of Nags Head.
For more information contact:
outerbanksruncations@gmail.com or call/text (252) 489-8239
Enjoy post - race Breakfast Refreshments
Race Start/Finish at the Outer Banks Mall 14.5 in Nags Head Race Course Garmin link
http://connect.garmin.com/course/2318019
Packet Pick-up: Wednesday's before weekly race dates, 4pm - 7pm at KnuckleUp Fitness in Kitty Hawk, 3712 Croatan Hwy (Highway 158 milepost 4.5)
$35 Race Fee includes post-race refreshments, event t-shirt and finisher medal
Register/More Information: http://www.raceit.com/search/event.aspx?id=17413
6th Annual Watermelon Festival
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Kitty Hawk Kites: On Thursday, August 8th, come to the Kitty Hawk Kite store in Nags Head (mile post 12.5) for a big outdoor summer bash with a homegrown backyard feel. It is one of the most unique festivals on the Outer Banks! We'll have tons of fun activities for kids and parents like: the dunk tank, moon bounce, inflatable obstacle course, watermelon seed spitting distance contests, pie eating contests, face painting, and of course, tons of watermelon! Kitty Hawk Kites staff will be on site teaching kids how to use juggling sticks, balance boards, and letting them try out all of our top selling toys. We'll also have great music, food vendors on site, and one of the best raffles on the beach!
Email: EVENTS@KITTYHAWK.COM
New World Festival of the Arts
Wednesday, August 14, 2013 - Thursday, August 15, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: A 2-day juried outdoor art show featuring 80 selected artists from Vermont to Florida exhibiting and selling their work on the Manteo waterfront. Held since 1981.
Inaugural Running of The Nags Head Village Realty 5K Series
Thursday, August 15, 2013
Village Realty: Kick off your flip flops, lace up your running shoes and join us for this family fun event sponsored by Village Realty OBX. Enjoy the fun of a run and add fitness to your vacation at our Summer morning 5k through the Village of Nags Head.
For more information contact:
outerbanksruncations@gmail.com or call/text (252) 489-8239
Enjoy post - race Breakfast Refreshments
Race Start/Finish at the Outer Banks Mall 14.5 in Nags Head Race Course Garmin link
http://connect.garmin.com/course/2318019
Register Online/More Information at http://www.raceit.com/search/event.aspx?id=17414
$35 Race Fee includes post-race refreshments, event t-shirt and finisher medal.
EVP Beach Volleyball Tour
Friday, August 23, 2013 - Sunday, August 25, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: The EVP Beach Volleyball Tour Stops on the Outer Banks! Extreme Volleyball Professionals (EVP), a premier national circuit, announces the addition of the OBX to its high profile EVP Tour 2013 schedule. The Outer Banks Visitors Bureau and Jennette's Pier are partnering with EVP Tour to host two days of competitive beach volleyball in the town of Nags Head.
The EVP Beach Volleyball Tour's primary aim is to support beach volleyball events that engage families, fans, athletes, students, communities and sponsors in a great day at the beach. At each event, spectators will not only see elite athletes compete on the sand for top honors, they also have the chance to interact with the pros by participating in contests and promotions at hosting venues.
Local sponsorship opportunities are available for the OBX EVP PRO BEACH OPEN
First Friday on Manteo's Historic Waterfront
Friday, September 6, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Shop unique boutiques, browse our galleries! Pick your next great read! Sip a gourmet coffee! Savor a glass of wine! Dine at one of our many wonderful restaurants! Visit our attractions! Discover Manteo on the First Friday of each month, April through December - 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
ESA Easterns Surfing Championships
Saturday, September 14, 2013 - Saturday, September 21, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: The ESA, the largest surfing organization in the world, hosts the season's "grand finale" where the best of the best, national and international surfers go head to head.
Day at the Docks - A Celebration of Hatteras Island Watermen
Thursday, September 19, 2013 - Sunday, September 22, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Hatteras Village, Hatteras, NC 27943
A celebration of Hatteras watermen with seafood cooking demos, fishing boats and gear, fishing industry skills contests and competitions, live music and games for children.
Outer Banks Triathalon
Saturday, September 21, 2013 - Sunday, September 22, 2013
Roanoke Island Festival Park: Run, bike, swim the Outer Banks. Event features half, Olympic and sprint distance races through a unique coastal setting.
First Friday on Manteo's Historic Waterfront
Friday, October 4, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Shop unique boutiques, browse our galleries! Pick your next great read! Sip a gourmet coffee! Savor a glass of wine! Dine at one of our many wonderful restaurants! Visit our attractions! Discover Manteo on the First Friday of each month, April through December - 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Outer Banks Bluegrass Festival
Friday, October 4, 2013 - Sunday, October 6, 2013
Roanoke Island Festival Park: The first annual Outer Banks Bluegrass Festival is coming this October! Come hear that old familiar twang, in the tradition of Bill Monroe, Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs and so many other legendary performers. Come hear today's Bluegrass stars, such as Rhonda Vincent and Doyle Lawson picking their strings outside, under crisp October skies. We're bringing 'em in from all over the country for three days of down home cookin' and good ole Southern pickin'. Join us for a fun filled family weekend with the music of our roots, the music of our grandfathers, the music of America ....... Bluegrass!
21st Annual Parade of Homes
Wednesday, October 9, 2013 - Sunday, October 13, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: The Outer Banks Home Builders Association's 21st Annual Parade of Homes will be held October 9-13, featuring a select group of new, green and large-scale remodeled homes in a scattered site Parade, covering miles of our beautiful coastline. Phone: 252-449-8232
Email: INFO@OBHOMEBUILDERS.ORG
Third Annual Mustang Music Festival
Friday, October 11, 2013 - Saturday, October 12, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Benefits the Corolla Wild Horse Fund. Fifteen bands from around the country
Silent Disco! Shuttle bus service from Kitty Hawk and Kill Devil Hills.
More updates to follow in May of 2013
7th Annual Duck Jazz Festival
Sunday, October 13, 2013
Town of Duck: The event will be held at the Duck Town Park, 1200 Duck Road, Duck, North Carolina. This free, all-day event is open to the public and will begin at 11:00 a.m., with gates set to open at 10:00 a.m. The Duck Jazz Festival showcases national, regional, and local jazz musicians. Attendees are welcome to brings chairs, food, coolers, blankets, and pets. No beach umbrellas or tents are permitted at the event. Food and drinks will be available to purchase from various Town eateries and chairs to rent.
Outer Banks Seafood Festival
Saturday, October 19, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Free festival celebrating our local fisherman and seafood heritage. It's all about fresh, local Outer Banks seafood! Admission to free festival includes kids zone, live music all day, cooking demonstrations, boat exhibits, and storytelling.
Outer Banks Event Site, Nags Head, NC 27959
Phone: 252-441-8144
Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival
Tuesday, October 22, 2013 - Sunday, October 27, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Offering over 85 programs in themes ranging from paddling and wildlife photography to birding, natural history and more.
First Friday on Manteo's Historic Waterfront
Friday, November 1, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Shop unique boutiques, browse our galleries! Pick your next great read! Sip a gourmet coffee! Savor a glass of wine! Dine at one of our many wonderful restaurants! Visit our attractions! Discover Manteo on the First Friday of each month, April through December - 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Elizabeth II 30th Anniversary Exhibit
Friday, November 1, 2013 - Sunday, December 1, 2013
Roanoke Island Festival Park: Visitors Center Gallery. The Exhibit tells the story of the construction of the Elizabeth II- the star attraction at RIFP. Open daily 9-5.
Phone: 252-475-1500
Outer Banks Marathon and Half Marathon
Thursday, November 7, 2013 - Sunday, November 10, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: The marathon starts in Kitty Hawk, the half marathon will begin in Nags Head, near the largest sand dune on the East Coast at Jockey's Ridge State Park and both cross the beautiful Washington-Baum Bridge and finish on Roanoke Island. www.obxmarathon.com/
30th Anniversary of Elizabeth II
Friday, November 22, 2013
Roanoke Island Festival Park: The 30th Anniversary Commemoration of the Christening and Launching of the Elizabeth II will be held on Friday, November 22, 2013.The ship was constructed in the early 1980's to commemorate America's 400th anniversary. Shipbuilders used the designs of vessels from 1585 to build the Elizabeth II. It was constructed on the Manteo waterfront by a team of builders, lead by Mr. O. Lie-Nielson and was moved to what is now known as Roanoke Island Festival Park where it is the star attraction. For more information on activities the day of the event visit roanokeisland.com.
16th Annual Manteo Rotary Rockfish Rodeo
Saturday, November 23, 2013
Roanoke Island Festival Park: Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park. A fishing tournament sponsored by the Manteo Rotary.
16th Annual Manteo Rotary Rockfish Rodeo
Saturday, November 23, 2013
Outer Banks Visitors Bureau: November 23, 2013 at Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo
Outdoor Pavillion.
Fishing tournament sponsored by the Manteo Rotary. Visit their website, rockfishrodeo.com, for more information.
First Friday on Manteo's Historic Waterfront
Friday, December 6, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: Shop unique boutiques, browse our galleries! Pick your next great read! Sip a gourmet coffee! Savor a glass of wine! Dine at one of our many wonderful restaurants! Visit our attractions! Discover Manteo on the First Friday of each month, April through December - 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Duck's Yuletide Celebration
Friday, December 6, 2013 - Saturday, December 7, 2013
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce: The Town of Duck, in cooperation with our local business community, announces the 2nd Annual "Duck Yuletide Celebration". Join us Friday and Saturday, November 30, and December 1, 2012 for a Town-wide celebration of Yuletide Cheer.
On Friday, Duck merchants will keep their doors open late for shoppers. To complement your shopping experience, Duck eateries will host one of their famous Duck Tapas Crawls from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Participating restaurants will serve tapas and Holiday cheer for one special price that is sure to be pleasing to every palate.
On Saturday,the Town of Duck will hold its Yuletide Celebration on the Duck Town Green, 1200 Duck Road, beginning at 3:00 p.m., with Santa arriving on a fire truck. Enjoy the sounds of live music and sing along with your holiday favorites. The event will feature the announcement of the winners of the Town-wide "Business Decorating Contest" and will culminate in the lighting of the Town's Crab Pot Tree.
Hatteras Island Holiday Celebrations
Sunday, December 8, 2013 - Monday, December 9, 2013
Teach's Lair Marina: The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse will be open for a unique Winter Climb. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on December 8. Free. Sunday, the Hatteras Village Association will sponsor the annual Hatteras Village Christmas parade. The parade will begin at Teach's Lair Marina at 2 p.m. The parade route continues through the village and ends at the Hatterasman Drive-In. Everyone is invited to the Civic Center after the parade for home-baked cookies and hot chocolate and to hear the announcement of the parade winners.
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