Outer Banks, NC

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Whalehead at 100: A Centennial Celebration in Historic Corolla

This fall, one of the Outer Banks’ most beloved landmarks is turning 100. Whalehead in Historic Corolla — the bright yellow, copper-roofed Art Nouveau mansion that sits along the Currituck Sound in the heart of Corolla — celebrates its centennial this October with a month of special events that invite locals and visitors to step back in time. "It's a very special house," says Whalehead Events Coordinator Taylor Pless of the historic house museum. "It's the last remaining... Read More

SOUND to SEA™: An Outer Banks–Inspired Card G...

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Dare Arts at 50: A Fall Season of Celebration

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Where Memories Swim: A Local's Perspecti...

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Outer Banks Hurricane History

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Top Picks: Nightlife

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Lost Colony Tavern
Manteo
Monday, September 22, 2025 - 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Lost Colony Tavern, Prost Colony Oktoberfest
Whalehead Brewery
Corolla
Monday, September 22, 2025 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Whalehead Brewery, Bingo Night
McGrath's Burger Shack
Nags Head
Monday, September 22, 2025 - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
McGrath's Burger Shack, Open Mic Night
Jolly Roger Restaurant
Kill Devil Hills
Monday, September 22, 2025 - 9:00 pm
Jolly Roger Restaurant, Karaoke with DJ Perris
Duck Town Park
Duck
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 - 7:30 am to 8:15 am
Duck Town Park, Yoga on the Green
Lost Colony Tavern
Manteo
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 - 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Lost Colony Tavern, Prost Colony Oktoberfest
Outer Banks Brewing Station
Kill Devil Hills
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 - 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Outer Banks Brewing Station, Ruth Wyand
Sandtrap Tavern
Kitty Hawk
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 - 6:00 pm
Sandtrap Tavern, Tuesday Trivia Nights
Absolutely Outer Banks
Kitty Hawk
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 - 6:00 pm
Absolutely Outer Banks, Tuesday Ocean Effects Resin Workshop
Village Craftsmen
Ocracoke
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 - 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Village Craftsmen, Ocracoke Ghost & History Tour
Top Picks: Daytime Entertainment & Special Events

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Wright Brothers National Memorial
Kill Devil Hills
Monday, September 22, 2025 - 11:00 am
Wright Brothers National Memorial, Wind & Sand Guided Tour
Lost Colony Tavern
Manteo
Monday, September 22, 2025 - 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Lost Colony Tavern, Prost Colony Oktoberfest
Children and Youth Partnership
Nags Head
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Children and Youth Partnership, Explore to Learn Playgroup (Nags Head)
Wright Brothers National Memorial
Kill Devil Hills
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 - 11:00 am
Wright Brothers National Memorial, Wind & Sand Guided Tour
Lost Colony Tavern
Manteo
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 - 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Lost Colony Tavern, Prost Colony Oktoberfest
OBX Events
Harbinger
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 - 9:00 am
OBX Events, Outer Banks Bike Week
Wright Brothers National Memorial
Kill Devil Hills
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 - 11:00 am
Wright Brothers National Memorial, Wind & Sand Guided Tour
Lost Colony Tavern
Manteo
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 - 11:00 am to 8:00 pm
Lost Colony Tavern, Prost Colony Oktoberfest
Outer Banks Brewing Station
Kill Devil Hills
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 - 11:00 am
Outer Banks Brewing Station, Brewery Tours & Beer Tastings
Kitty Hawk Kites
Avon, Corolla, Duck, Hatteras, Manteo, Nags Head, Ocracoke, Rodanthe
Thursday, September 25, 2025 - 6:00 am
Kitty Hawk Kites, OBX Slam Kayak Fishing Tournament
Top Picks: Great Plates

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Red Sky Casual Dining & Cocktails
Duck
Old Bay spiked crab stock laced with sherry, jumbo lump crab & cream finished with fried saltines. More info - Red Sky Casual Dining & Cocktails
Red Sky Casual Dining & Cocktails, Creamy Crab Soup
NC Coast Grill & Bar
Kitty Hawk
Fresh herb panko crusted Scottish salmon flat iron grilled served on garam masala chole (chickpeas & potato) finished with a yogurt... More info - NC Coast Grill & Bar
NC Coast Grill & Bar, Punjabi Salmon
Whalehead Brewery
Corolla
Change it up and try up to four of our different beers or seltzers. More info - Whalehead Brewery
Whalehead Brewery, Beer Flights
Oceanas Bistro
Avon
Sautee in a white wine creamy garlic sauce served with grilled bread More info - Oceanas Bistro
Oceanas Bistro, Pei Mussels
Sundogs Raw Bar & Grill
Corolla
Slow Roasted NC Style Pork with House Baked Mac & Cheese Topped with Fried Pickled Red Onions, Scallions and Garlic Bread Crumbs More info - Sundogs Raw Bar & Grill
Sundogs Raw Bar & Grill, Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese
Outer Banks Boil Company
Avon, Corolla, Kitty Hawk
Our ‘CRAB POT” includes red bliss potatoes, an ear of sweet corn, authentic andouille sausage, sweet onions and jumbo shrimp all layered... More info - Outer Banks Boil Company
Outer Banks Boil Company, The Crab Pot
Kelly's Outer Banks Catering
Nags Head
All Lucious Lump, Broiled. No filler. Your choice of 2 sides. More info - Kelly's Outer Banks Catering
Kelly's Outer Banks Catering, Kelly’s World Famous Crab Cakes
Mirro's Cafe
Waves
Fresh blackened mahi topped with melted Swiss cheese and a slice of juicy grilled pineapple, lettuce and tomato on a toasted Kaiser roll. More info - Mirro's Cafe
Mirro's Cafe, The Islander
Carolina Bar-B-Que Company
Manteo
Traditional North Carolina pulled pork barbecue. More info - Carolina Bar-B-Que Company
Carolina Bar-B-Que Company, NC Pork BBQ Sandwich
La Fogata Mexican Restaurant Kitty Hawk
Kitty Hawk
La Fogata Mexican Restaurant Kitty Hawk, Ceviche
Top Picks: Shopping Must Haves

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Outer Banks Boarding Company
Nags Head
COTTON JACQUARD 400GSM. 100% COTTON. Zipper closure. Woven. H:420mm W:570mm D:180mm. 40L. Cotton webbing. Large main section. Woven flag... More info - Outer Banks Boarding Company
Outer Banks Boarding Company, Rip Curl Mixed Jacquard 40L Tote
TRiO Restaurant & Market
Kitty Hawk
You can always add some color to your dinner with our world market selections. More info - TRiO Restaurant & Market
TRiO Restaurant & Market, Organic Pasta
Cotton Gin
Corolla, Duck, Nags Head
Xtratuf boots are the best way to prepare for any outdoor adventure. Find them at The Cotton Gin! More info - Cotton Gin
Cotton Gin, Xtratuf Boots
Blue Pelican Gallery Gifts & Yarn
Hatteras
Local and hand crafted pottery in matching sets or individual pieces. More info - Blue Pelican Gallery Gifts & Yarn
Blue Pelican Gallery Gifts & Yarn, Pottery
Birthday Suits
Corolla, Duck, Kill Devil Hills
We always carry a wide variety of flannels in numerous brands and sizes. More info - Birthday Suits
Birthday Suits, Men's Tops
OBX Bait & Tackle Corolla Outer Banks
Corolla
What's vacation without a souvenir tee? Get your ultra comfy OBX Bait & Tackle t-shirt here. More info - OBX Bait & Tackle Corolla Outer Banks
OBX Bait & Tackle Corolla Outer Banks, Souvenir T-Shirts
Breeze Thru Avon
Avon
Choose from our large selection of beers and keg sizes. Reserve yours today! More info - Breeze Thru Avon
Breeze Thru Avon, Kegs
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