Outer Banks, NC

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Halloween Island Takes Over Manteo in October

Halloween in Manteo lasts a whole lot longer than one night. Around here, Halloween is a whole month-long party. From October 1 through Halloween night, Roanoke Island transforms into Halloween Island, a month-long town-wide charity bar crawl that turns Manteo into the epicenter of spooky season on the Outer Banks. Now in its third year, Halloween Island brings 31 days (which this year includes five weekends and plenty of weeknight fun) of adult trick-or-treating. For this... Read More

From Jazz to Bluegrass, Fall Sounds Fabulous...

If you love live music, fall is a very good time to be on the Outer Banks. In mid-October, hundreds of... Read More

Oktoberfest, Seafood Fests & Barbecue Fea...

Fall on the Outer Banks tastes delicious. As summer winds down and the weather starts to cool, the local... Read More

Cheers to 75 Years at The Elizabethan Gardens...

Autumn Ale Faire brings brews, bites and live music to The Elizabethan Gardens while raising funds to... Read More
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Top Picks: Nightlife

To cruise all Outer Banks nightlife options, click here.

Jolly Roger Restaurant
Kill Devil Hills
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 6:00 pm
Jolly Roger Restaurant, Boots, Beats & Bingo
Traveler's Moon
Nags Head
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 6:00 pm
Traveler's Moon, Clay Mushroom Crystal Pendants Workshop
NC Coast Grill & Bar
Duck
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 6:00 pm
NC Coast Grill & Bar, Dinner & Drink Series: Superheroes in Pink
Cafe Pamlico
Buxton
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cafe Pamlico, Brian Surratt
Red Drum Grille & Taphouse
Nags Head
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 7:30 pm
Red Drum Grille & Taphouse, Music Bingo
Village Craftsmen
Ocracoke
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 7:30 pm
Village Craftsmen, Ocracoke Ghost & History Tour
Huanchaco Lounge
Kill Devil Hills
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Huanchaco Lounge, String Night w/ Devin Frazier
Old Tom's Beer, Wine & Provisions
Manteo
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 - 12:00 pm
Old Tom's Beer, Wine & Provisions, Halloween Costume Drive
Jolly Roger Restaurant
Kill Devil Hills
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 - 5:00 pm
Jolly Roger Restaurant, Midweek Mayhem with Lori Clark & Phil Watson
Old Tom's Beer, Wine & Provisions
Manteo
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 - 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Old Tom's Beer, Wine & Provisions, PhanTom's Preview: Let the Dream Begin + Open Mic
Top Picks: Daytime Entertainment & Special Events

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ThriveOBX
Nags Head
Thursday, October 1, 2026 - 5:00 am
ThriveOBX, Walktober
ThriveOBX
Nags Head
Friday, October 2, 2026 - 5:00 am
ThriveOBX, Walktober
Outer Banks Association of Realtors
Nags Head
Friday, October 2, 2026 - 6:30 am
Outer Banks Association of Realtors, 29th Annual Charity Surf Fishing Tournament
Jennette's Pier
Nags Head
Friday, October 2, 2026 - 7:00 am
Jennette's Pier, U.S. Waveski Surfing Championships
Visit Ocracoke
Ocracoke
Friday, October 2, 2026 - 8:00 am
Visit Ocracoke, 3rd Annual Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout
ThriveOBX
Nags Head
Saturday, October 3, 2026 - 5:00 am
ThriveOBX, Walktober
Jennette's Pier
Nags Head
Saturday, October 3, 2026 - 7:00 am
Jennette's Pier, U.S. Waveski Surfing Championships
Visit Ocracoke
Ocracoke
Saturday, October 3, 2026 - 8:00 am
Visit Ocracoke, 3rd Annual Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout
Halloween Island
Manteo
Saturday, October 3, 2026 - 9:00 am
Halloween Island, Pumpkin Patch Saturdays
Jockey's Ridge State Park
Nags Head
Saturday, October 3, 2026 - 2:00 pm
Jockey's Ridge State Park, Shuck For The Ridge
Top Picks: Great Plates

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Mike Dianna's Grill Room
Corolla
USDA Prime - Extremely flavorful, mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables. More info - Mike Dianna's Grill Room
Mike Dianna's Grill Room, Ribeye 16oz
Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint
Kill Devil Hills
100% Wagyu Beef patty with Crispy Fried Dill Pickles and Jalepeño-Cilantro Ranch topped with Pepper Jack Cheese More info - Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint
Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint, Pickolas Cage
Diamond Shoals Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Buxton
From traditional rolls to chef specialty, vegan rolls to sashimi, we offer the widest variety of sushi on Hatteras Island. More info - Diamond Shoals Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Diamond Shoals Restaurant & Sushi Bar, Sushi Roll Varieties
Goombays Grille & Raw Bar
Kill Devil Hills
A spicy treat, sauteed in a curry coconut milk cream sauce with banana, raisins and coconut. With chicken or shrimp. More info - Goombays Grille & Raw Bar
Goombays Grille & Raw Bar, Curry Chicken or Shrimp
Top Picks: Shopping Must Haves

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Nest
Manteo
Shop our collection of denim wares from Frank & Eileen like this long-sleeved jumper. More info - Nest
Nest, Frank & Eileen Demin Jumper
Outer Banks Boarding Company
Nags Head
Outer Banks Boarding Company tees are in stock and are designed by local, LOVE LUCY. Get yours today! More info - Outer Banks Boarding Company
Outer Banks Boarding Company, OBBC Tees
Marsh Fox Market
Nags Head
These stunning pieces are made by Wade Wheeler of OBX Wood Turning. His bowls, boxes, and vases are made with a combination of locally... More info - Marsh Fox Market
Marsh Fox Market, Wooden Bowls
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports
Duck
Neso tents are perfectly designed for the beach! With a sand bag system to keep them upright and in place, this is the perfect and easy way... More info - Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports
Nor'Banks Sailing & Watersports, Neso Tents
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