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!

Dive into Outer Banks History at These Museums

By Molly Harrison | Thursday, February 27, 2025
Beyond the beaches, watersports and great outdoors, the Outer Banks is well known for its history. From Native American history to early English colonization and piracy, shipwrecks and lifesaving to war battles and a post-Civil War Freedman’s Colony to the very first airplane flight in the world and the first national... Read More

Explore the Important History of the Pea Island Life-Saving Station

By Molly Harrison | Thursday, February 20, 2025
The story of the Pea Island Life-Saving Station is a vital part of not only Outer Banks history, but also our nation’s history. The station on Hatteras Island, in service from 1880 to 1947, stands out in history for being manned by Keeper Richard Etheridge, the only African American keeper in the history of the U.S.... Read More

Take the OBX Polar Plunge for a Good Cause and Your Health

By Molly Harrison | Thursday, February 13, 2025
It's time to take the plunge! On Saturday, February 15, hundreds of people will gather for the OBX Polar Plunge, part of a huge statewide effort to cold plunge to benefit Special Olympics NC. The Polar Plunge is a unique fundraising opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support Special Olympics... Read More

It's Time to Make Your Outer Banks Valentine's Day Plans

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, February 5, 2025
If you want to impress your Valentine with a romantic dinner on February 14, it's time to make some plans. Valentine's Day is on a Friday this year so there will be a lot of competition for restaurant tables. Don't be the dude without a plan on February 13. See the list of special Valentine's Day dinner events below... Read More

We're Excited About Two Big Author Events on the Outer Banks This Week

By Molly Harrison | Thursday, January 30, 2025
Jamie Anderson Silver, owner of Duck’s Cottage Coffee & Books in Duck and Downtown Books in Manteo, is well known for her energy and enthusiasm on the Outer Banks literary scene. Not only does she run two of the favorite independent bookstores on the Outer Banks, but also she lines up book signings and author... Read More