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!

Warm Up Your Winter at Sanctuary Vineyards

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Winter on the Outer Banks has a quieter kind of magic. The traffic thins and the landscape settles into a slower rhythm that locals know well. It’s also the best season to enjoy some of the region's top experiences. One winter must-do is to spend a cozy afternoon at Sanctuary Vineyards in Jarvisburg. Settled in the... Read More

The Most Talked-About Outer Banks Topics of 2025

By Molly Harrison | Tuesday, December 30, 2025
What got Outer Bankers abuzz in 2025? To be sure, the collapse of 16 houses in the ocean on Hatteras Island – along with the viral jaw-dropping videos – dominated, but the conversations also included ferry tolls, local shrimp and the long-running debate about how we protect the lifelines that connect our islands. Add... Read More

Find Must Read Outer Banks Books at Outer Banks Bookstores

By Molly Harrison | Tuesday, December 23, 2025
A well-chosen book is the perfect gift. It says you know someone, that you see them and their interests and preferences. With a book, you’re giving them an opportunity to expand their mind, to learn, to empathize with others, and to grow while experiencing more of the world. If you’re looking for the perfect gift for... Read More

It's Never Too Late to Shop Local on the OBX

By Molly Harrison | Thursday, December 18, 2025
Time is ticking on the holiday gift-shopping window, but if you’re on the Outer Banks, that’s not a problem at all. You can find something for everyone on your list at the locally owned shops, boutiques, outfitters and businesses on the Outer Banks – and it feels good to support the local makers and store owners and... Read More

Outer Banks Originals: Spry Creek Boutique

By Molly Harrison | Thursday, December 11, 2025
Small, locally owned businesses are the backbone of the Outer Banks. In this Outer Banks Originals blog series, I meet the local entrepreneurs who take chances on their ideas, pour their hearts into their craft and create one-of-a-kind businesses that help define the character of our coastal communities. This edition... Read More