Events

Catch the excitement of elite youth surfing at the USA Prime Series, a high-level competition that brings together some of the nation’s most promising junior surfers. Athletes compete in age-based divisions, putting their skills to the test in changing ocean conditions as they pursue top fi...

In 1997, the Wings Over Water (WOW) Wildlife Festival was established as a way to encourage and offer the public opportunities for wildlife and wildland interpretation, education and experiences on regional national wildlife refuges. This annual fundraising event for national wildlife refug...

Music lovers from all over the world flock to the Outer Banks for this tradition that adds a roster of ...

Celebrate the flavors, traditions, and coastal spirit of the Outer Banks at the Outer Banks Seafood Festival on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in Nags Head, North Carolina. This beloved annu...

Cast a line and experience one of the Outer Banks’ most anticipated fall fishing traditions at the Capital City Four Wheelers Surf Fishing Tournament. Held annually on the third full weekend of October, this 24-hour saltwater tournament brings anglers and four-wheel-drive enthusiasts to Hat...

Tipsy Turkey 1 Mile Beer RunLimit 100 participants11 AM Wednesday, November 25, 2026...

Come spread the holiday cheer with Kitty Hawk Kites and a kite light show on Jockey’s Ridge! Be sure to make it out on Saturday, November 28th from 4 – 7 PM for a light display like no other. Kites with Lights, at Jockey’s Ridge State Park, featur...

The Wright Brothers first successfully flew a powered aircraft on December 17, 1903. Every year the First Flight Society celebrates that achievement with a morning ceremony at Wright Brothers National Memorial and a luncheon that noon. This year will be the 123rd Anniversary of the First Fl...