Outer Banks, NC

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Ocracoke's Phenomenal Island Inn & Commons Project

On Ocracoke Island, a new village attraction is coming together nicely at the site of the historic Island Inn on the corner of Lighthouse Road and Irvin Garrish Highway. The Historic Island Inn & Commons project, spearheaded by Ocracoke Preservation Society (OPS), supported by Ocracoke Tourism Development Authority and Occupancy Tax Board, and featuring the work of many volunteers and organizations, has transformed the site into a park-like greenspace with much-needed... Read More

Outer Banks Halloween Events 2024

It's spooky season on the Outer Banks and the Halloween-themed events are stacking up. Whether you're in it... Read More

The Outer Banks Environmental Film Festival +...

People who feel connected to the environment are more inspired to take care of the environment, and that is... Read More

A Milestone Event: 150th Anniversary Commemor...

It’s a big year for the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site in Rodanthe, and the site is... Read More

Celebrate N.C. Oyster Month at These OBX Even...

Oysters are a favorite local seafood, and if you love these briny bivalve mollusks, you’re going to have... Read More

13 Fall 5Ks and Fun Runs on the OBX

Whether you want to walk, run, jog or stroll, if you want to exercise with a group while raising money for a... Read More

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Top Picks: Nightlife

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North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
Manteo
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 6:00 pm
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island, Sound Bath Under the Sea
Buffalo City Distillery
Point Harbor
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 6:00 pm
Buffalo City Distillery, Wing Trivia Wednesday
Fish Heads Bar & Grill
Nags Head
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fish Heads Bar & Grill, Graham Outten
Dare County Arts Council
Manteo
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 6:00 pm
Dare County Arts Council, OBX Veterans Week
Ocracoke Alive
Ocracoke
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:00 pm
Ocracoke Alive, 7th Annual Festival Latino de Ocracoke
Ocracoke Alive
Ocracoke
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 10:00 am
Ocracoke Alive, 7th Annual Festival Latino de Ocracoke
The Northern Outer Banks
Powells Point
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 12:00 pm
The Northern Outer Banks, Currituck Bulls & BBQ
Basnight’s Lone Cedar Outer Banks Seafood Restaurant
Nags Head
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 6:00 pm
Basnight’s Lone Cedar Outer Banks Seafood Restaurant, Toolan & Evans
Dare County Arts Council
Manteo
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 6:00 pm
Dare County Arts Council, OBX Veterans Week
Outer Banks Brewing Station
Kill Devil Hills
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 10:30 pm to Sunday, November 10, 2024 - 2:00 am
Outer Banks Brewing Station, Dance Night with DJ Styles
Top Picks: Daytime Entertainment & Special Events

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The Inn on Pamlico Sound | Cafe Pamlico
Buxton
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
The Inn on Pamlico Sound | Cafe Pamlico, Build Your Own Benny
Children and Youth Partnership
Manteo
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Children and Youth Partnership, Explore to Learn Playgroup
Dare County Arts Council
Manteo
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 6:00 pm
Dare County Arts Council, OBX Veterans Week
Ocracoke Alive
Ocracoke
Friday, November 8, 2024 - 10:00 pm
Ocracoke Alive, 7th Annual Festival Latino de Ocracoke
Outer Banks Sporting Events
Kill Devil Hills
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 7:30 am
Outer Banks Sporting Events, Outer Banks Marathon Weekend
Ocracoke Alive
Ocracoke
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 10:00 am
Ocracoke Alive, 7th Annual Festival Latino de Ocracoke
The Northern Outer Banks
Powells Point
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 12:00 pm
The Northern Outer Banks, Currituck Bulls & BBQ
Dowdy Park
Nags Head
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Dowdy Park, Holiday Market
Dare County Arts Council
Manteo
Saturday, November 9, 2024 - 6:00 pm
Dare County Arts Council, OBX Veterans Week
Outer Banks Sporting Events
Kill Devil Hills
Sunday, November 10, 2024 - 7:00 am
Outer Banks Sporting Events, Outer Banks Marathon Weekend
Top Picks: Great Plates

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Red Sky Casual Dining & Cocktails
Duck
Half roasted crispy duck served with jasmine rice, Chef's veg, and finished with a chili spiked orange marmalade More info - Red Sky Casual Dining & Cocktails
Red Sky Casual Dining & Cocktails, Duck in Duck
Rundown Cafe
Kitty Hawk
Blackened jumbo shrimp served in a creamy cajun-spiced alfredo sauce over penne More info - Rundown Cafe
Rundown Cafe, Cajun Cream Alfredo with Shrimp
McGrath's Burger Shack
Nags Head
Grilled 1/4 pound dog topped with sauerkraut and fresh sliced jalapeños. More info - McGrath's Burger Shack
McGrath's Burger Shack, Jalapeño Kraut Dog (1/4 Lb)
The Froggy Dog Restaurant & Pub
Avon
Grilled chicken, prosciutto, peas, wild mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes and farfalle in a creamy sauce More info - The Froggy Dog Restaurant & Pub
The Froggy Dog Restaurant & Pub, The Swashbuckler
Sorella's Pizza & Pasta
Ocracoke
parmesan-encrusted chicken breast, lightly fried and topped with their homemade marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese and fresh parmesan,... More info - Sorella's Pizza & Pasta
Sorella's Pizza & Pasta, Chicken Parmesan
Stripers Bar and Grille Manteo
Manteo
Fettuccine tossed in a homemade Alfredo sauce with tomatoes and scallions and garlic bread stick. More info - Stripers Bar and Grille Manteo
Stripers Bar and Grille Manteo, Alfredo Pasta
Diamond Shoals Restaurant
Buxton
Our delicious cream-based chowder — an award-winning family recipe! More info - Diamond Shoals Restaurant
Diamond Shoals Restaurant, Clam Chowder
Dare Devil's Pizzeria
Kill Devil Hills
Pepperoni, sausage, beef, ham, mushroom, green pepper, black olive, tomato and onion. More info - Dare Devil's Pizzeria
Dare Devil's Pizzeria, Dare Devil
Philly Steak Subs
Corolla
Ham, Salami, Capicola, Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato and Oil and Vinegar More info - Philly Steak Subs
Philly Steak Subs, The Boar's Head Italian (Toasted or Cold)
Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant
Kitty Hawk
Deep fried wonton purses with lump crabmeat and cream cheese, served with sweet chili sauce. More info - Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant
Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant, Crab Rangoon
Top Picks: Shopping Must Haves

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Askins Creek Store — The Avon BP
Avon
Soap is one of our specialties! Nanny's Udderly Smooth is our own brand of fine soaps handmade from all natural goat milk. Our... More info - Askins Creek Store — The Avon BP
Askins Creek Store — The Avon BP, Nanny's Udderly Smooth Soap
Kitty Hawk Kites
Avon, Corolla, Duck, Hatteras, Manteo, Nags Head, Ocracoke, Rodanthe
Whirligig Wind Spinners are an easy and fun way to add color and excitement to your garden, yard or patio. More info - Kitty Hawk Kites
Kitty Hawk Kites, Whirligigs
Ocean Air Sports
Avon
The Condor was created from feedback by our Shelta family who desired a sun hat style designed more for hot conditions and sun protection,... More info - Ocean Air Sports
Ocean Air Sports, Shelta Condor Light Silver Hat
Outer Banks Boarding Company
Nags Head
Style for the beach and beyond. You can get away with sandals at that classy dinner spot if they're the right sandals. These men'... More info - Outer Banks Boarding Company
Outer Banks Boarding Company, Reef Draftsmen Sandal Bronze Brown
Village Craftsmen
Ocracoke
Available in different designs and colors. More info - Village Craftsmen
Village Craftsmen, Ocracoke Shirts
TW’s Bait & Tackle
Kitty Hawk, Nags Head
Grab your next set of shades here. We carry brands like Oakley, Costa Del Mar, Maui Jim, and more! More info - TW’s Bait & Tackle
TW’s Bait & Tackle, Eyewear
Moonraker Tea Shop
Ocracoke
Hand-tied individual tea leaves with dried flowers forming a tea ball, which when placed in boiling water blooms into a floral display with... More info - Moonraker Tea Shop
Moonraker Tea Shop, Flora Tea
Nora's Wish
Rodanthe
Liven up your yard with some nautical or animal themed decorations! More info - Nora's Wish
Nora's Wish, Lawn Décor
Kitty Hawk Surf Co.
Corolla, Duck, Nags Head, Rodanthe
Classic designs fused with modern Oakley technology. More info - Kitty Hawk Surf Co.
Kitty Hawk Surf Co., Oakley Sunglasses
Elizabethan Gardens
Roanoke Island
Have your morning coffee in style with this mug featuring the Elizabethan Garden logo. More info - Elizabethan Gardens
Elizabethan Gardens, Elizabethan Gardens Ceramic Coffee Cup
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