summer events Though events may look a little different this year, the Outer Banks is always full of fun things to do! Due to changing regulations, some events were still being modified or added as of press time, so please don’t forget to check websites for the most current information on these individual events.
DOWNTOWN MARKET
Saturday mornings through the summer, ending September 18 Buy fresh local fruits, veggies and crafts at this farmers’ market every Saturday in downtown Manteo from 8 a.m. until noon. townofmanteo.com
FARMERS’ MARKET
May 27 – September 9 (Thursdays) Stop by Dowdy Park in Nags Head between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. each Thursday during the summer for fresh fruits and veggies, plus other crafts. nagsheadnc.gov
THE LOST COLONY May 28 – August 21
This fascinating drama – the longest running outdoor historical drama in the United States – brings to life the mystery of what happened to the first English colonists right here on the Outer Banks. thelostcolony.org
CURRITUCK CORNHOLE TOURNAMENTS June 16 – September 8 (Wednesdays)
Compete in weekly games at Whalehead in Historic Corolla for a chance to win a beach vacation donated by Brindley Beach. visitcurrituck.com
COROLLA CORK & CRAFT June 16 – September 8 (Wednesdays)
Enjoy local beer and wine tastings, live music and curated crafts by artisans in the scenic setting of Historic Corolla Park. visitcurrituck.com
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38TH ANNUAL ROGALLO KITE FESTIVAL
THE LOST COLONY WINE, BEER & CULINARY FESTIVAL
June 18 – 20
This free kite festival at Jockey’s Ridge honors Francis Rogallo, inventor of the flexible wing, and features stunt kites, kite displays, kite instruction, kite making and more. kittyhawk.com
UNDER THE OAKS ARTS FESTIVAL June 22 – 23
This free, two-day art festival features talented artisans on the waterfront grounds of Historic Corolla Park. visitcurrituck.com
INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 5
Marvel at fireworks on the lawn of Historic Corolla Park while listening to free live music and enjoying family-friendly activities. visitcurrituck.com
42ND ANNUAL WRIGHT KITE FESTIVAL July 10 – 11
Learn to fly stunt kites and watch large kite displays during this kiting event at the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills. kittyhawk.com
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT SUP EVENT July 21
Attach a NOCQUA light to the bottom of an SUP for nighttime water fun during this annual event at Waves Village Watersports Resort that includes glow yard games, family activities and free demos. kittyhawk.com
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OUTER BANKS WATERMELON FESTIVAL August 5
There’s plenty for the kids to do during this summery event at the Kitty Hawk Kites store in Nags Head, including face painting, crafts, watermelon seed-spitting contests and more. kittyhawk.com
OUTER BANKS PIRATE FESTIVAL August 11 – 12
Learn pirate lore, meet Blackbeard’s crew and enroll the little ones in Scallywag School during this fun festival at Jockey’s Ridge Crossing in Nags Head. kittyhawk.com
OBX WEDDING FEST August 29
Meet and mingle with local wedding vendors at this wedding expo held at three venues: Sanderling Resort, Duck Woods Country Club and Keeper’s Galley at Haven on the Banks. obxwa.com
OBX ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL September 8 – 9
This annual show at the Hilton Garden Inn features paintings, pottery, jewelry, photography, glass and more. A portion of the artists’ entrance fees are donated to local charities. www.facebook.com/obxartfestival
September 25
This year’s festival features wines from around the world, regional cuisine, entertainment and more – all with a dramatic view of the Roanoke Sound from backstage at the Waterside Theatre. thelostcolony.org
DUCK JAZZ FESTIVAL October 9 – 10
This free, all-day event features national, regional and local acts at the Duck Town Park. townofduck.com
OUTER BANKS BREWTAG October 23
Watch teams launch handcrafted kegdriven flying machines from a flight deck while enjoying live music and sampling local and regional beers at The Soundside event site in Nags Head. obxbrewtag.com
OUTER BANKS SEAFOOD FESTIVAL October 16
Enjoy fresh local seafood, cooking demos, mullet tossing, live music and more at this family-friendly event at The Soundside event site in Nags Head. outerbanksseafoodfestival.org
BLUEGRASS ISLAND FESTIVAL October 21 – 23
Bluegrass lovers from all over the world flock to the Outer Banks for this tradition of acclaimed bands playing in one of the most beautiful venues anywhere, Roanoke Island Festival Park. bluegrassisland.com
