Outer Banks This Week Blog

Outer Banks information comes in many forms, but there’s no better way to learn it than through conversations with a local. The OuterBanksThisWeek.com blog is that local friend … even if you already live here! Every week, Molly Harrison gives the run down on Outer Banks activities, Outer Banks events, Outer Banks shopping – all the Outer Banks information needed to ensure that you have the best possible experience. And she does it in a conversational way that’s easy to read and entertaining. Outer Banks activities are numerous, and this blog gives you an insider’s scoop to help you plan your day. She leads you to all the Outer Banks events you won’t want to miss – sports, annual functions and holiday festivities. She gives you her input on the most exciting Outer Banks activities – the ones she loves, the ones she thinks you should love. If anything exciting or out-of-the-ordinary is happening during your visit – and there definitely will be something – this blog is your trusty guide to figuring out the whats, whens and wheres.

Nightlife, for example, is detailed here – what band is playing where, which scene is wild, which is chill. Festivals are also described – the ones that are old and loved and the ones that are new and anticipated. The amount of Outer Banks information offered here will keep you busy and in the know. You can find out what would be fun for you, your family or even your pets.

A fun touch of this blog is its conversational element. Hannah Lee always wants to hear from you! In fact, reader input can influence the basis of her next blog’s focus. So if there’s a topic or question you’re craving an answer for, let her know. Sit a spell and read through present and past OuterBanksThisWeek.com blogs. With all the Outer Banks information detailed for you, you’ll be the trusted source to all your friends!

Another Shrimp Story: Say Yes to Wild-Caught, No to Imports

By Molly Harrison | Thursday, June 26, 2025
Last week I wrote about a proposed ban on shrimp trawling in North Carolina’s inland waters and within a half-mile of the ocean shoreline. Thanks to an outpouring of opposition – thousands of phone calls and emails to representatives and hundreds of people showing up at the state legislature in Raleigh – that ban did... Read More

Take Action: NC’s Shrimping Industry is Under Threat

By Molly Harrison | Thursday, June 19, 2025
Do you love fresh-caught local shrimp? Of course you do! The sweet, succulent crustaceans are hands-down the nation’s most popular seafood, and North Carolina is one of the top-producing shrimp states for brown shrimp, white shrimp (greentails) and pink shrimp.  According to North Carolina Sea Grant, shrimp is the... Read More

Time to Get Tickets: See Live From OBX's Lineup of 8 Live Music Shows

By Molly Harrison | Thursday, June 12, 2025
If you haven’t heard, there’s a new live music production company in town, and they have announced their lineup of summer concerts at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Building upon VusicOBX’s legacy of bringing unforgettable live music shows to Roanoke Island Festival Park, Live From OBX has lined up eight national... Read More

Kick Off June with a Summer Festival

By Molly Harrison | Thursday, June 5, 2025
School's out, and the fun is ramping up for the 2025 summer season on the Outer Banks. This week a ton of high-energy events are happening around town, and from the looks of our summer calendar of events, the fun is not stopping anytime soon. Here's just a taste of some of the big events going on this weekend.... Read More

The Lost Colony Returns for Its 88th Season

By Molly Harrison | Thursday, May 29, 2025
The 88th season of The Lost Colony officially kicks off tonight (May 29), and there's no better time to see the show than on these cool spring nights. Plus, if you're a local or regional resident, you can go for almost free tonight and tomorrow night! In keeping with tradition, the production is offering two Dare... Read More