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FALL EVENTS CALENDAR
fall events 2022
Though not all events are the same this fall, the Outer Banks is always full of fun things to do! Some of the following events were still being modifi ed or added as of press time, so please don’t forget to check individual websites for the most current information.
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DOWNTOWN MARKET ON THE MANTEO WATERFRONT Saturday mornings through the summer, ending September 17 Buy fresh local fruits, veggies and crafts at this farmers’ market every Saturday in downtown Manteo at George Washington Creef Park from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.
townofmanteo.com
CURRITUCK CORNHOLE TOURNAMENTS Wednesdays through the summer, ending September 14 Compete in weekly games at Whalehead in Historic Corolla Park for a chance to win a beach vacation donated by Brindley Beach.
visitcurrituck.com
COROLLA CORK & CRAFT Wednesdays through the summer, ending September 14 Enjoy local beer and wine tastings, live music and curated crafts in the scenic setting of Historic Corolla Park.
visitcurrituck.com
OBX ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL September 7 – 8
This annual show at the Hilton Garden Inn features 25 local artisans and their work. A portion of artists’ entrance fees are donated to local charities.
facebook.com/obxartfestival
THROWDOWN SURF CLASSIC September 10
This annual “family-style” surf contest in Southern Shores raises money to give back and support the community.
facebook.com/throwdownsurfclassic
OUTER BANKS TRIATHLON September 16 – 17
This endurance multi-sport race challenges participants to swim, bike and run through Roanoke Island.
obxse.com
SURFALORUS FILM FESTIVAL September 18 – 21
This three-day celebration of coastal marine culture showcases the year’s hottest surf films and ocean documentaries.
surfalorus.com
THE EASTERNS SURFING CHAMPIONSHIPS September 18 – 24
Top surfers compete in the ESA’s “grand finale” at Jennette’s Pier.
surfesa.org
PARADE OF HOMES October 6 – 9
Tour a select group of new, remodeled and green homes all along the Outer Banks.
obhomebuilders.org
CRABDADDY FALL FESTIVAL & HOOK’D FISH FRY October 8
Enjoy steamed blue crabs, BBQ and fried fish while sipping local wine at this annual festival, complete with live music, hayrides and the Crabdaddy Olympics.
sanctuaryvineyards.com
DUCK JAZZ FESTIVAL October 8 – 9
This free, all-day event features national, regional and local acts at the Duck Town Park.
townofduck.com
WINGS OVER WATER WILDLIFE FESTIVAL October 18 – 23
This several day event features a multitude of programs on subjects ranging from wildlife photography, natural history, kayaking and more.
wingsoverwater.org
BLUEGRASS ISLAND FESTIVAL October 21 – 22
Bluegrass lovers from all over the world flock to the Outer Banks annually to hear acclaimed bands play in one of the most beautiful venues anywhere, Roanoke Island Festival Park.
bluegrassisland.com
OUTER BANKS BREWTAG October 22
Watch teams launch handcrafted keg-driven 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
NIGHT OF 1587 PUMPKINS October 29
Enjoy a festive, fall night of trick-or-treating and contests at The Elizabethan Gardens as they attempt to light 1,587 jacko-lanterns.
elizabethangardens.org
ANNUAL OUTER BANKS SHRIMP COOK-OFF November 5 – 6
Local restaurants compete for the best shrimp dish in this tasty shrimp crawl to benefit the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research.
obxdolphins.org
CURRITUCK BULLS & BBQ November 5
Enjoy a BBQ competition, mechanical bull-riding, live music, craft market, axe throwing, a live rodeo and more at the Currituck County Rural Center.
visitcurrituck.com
OBX PRIDEFEST September 16 – 18 This three-day, all-inclusive event will feature live music, a drag show, booze cruise and more.
obxpridefest.com
OUTER BANKS SEAFOOD FESTIVAL October 15
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
TOWNEBANK OUTER BANKS MARATHON & HALF MARATHON November 11 – 13
This three-day event includes a marathon, half-marathon, 8K, 5K, Southern 6, a fun run open to all ages and more.
