Winter coats off, tank tops on – spring break and Easter are here on the Outer Banks. This time of year brings egg hunts, live music, spring markets and plenty of reasons to get out of the house and into the sunshine. If you’re looking for something fun to do at the beach this week, we’ve got you covered. Here are a few events to put on your Easter weekend calendar.
Photo: The Easter Bunny makes an appearance at Kitty Hawk Kites in Nags Head.
Kitty Hawk Kites Fly into Spring and Easter EGGstravaganza
April 3 and 4
Celebrate National Kite Month and the start of spring with Kitty Hawk Kites. Climb the dunes at Jockeys Ridge State Park to experience massive 30-to-100-foot kites flying high. This event will be held on Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 4 p.m., and it’s free. You can park at Jockey’s Ridge State Park, 300 W. Carolista Drive, or at Kitty Hawk Kites, 3933 S. Croatan Highway in Nags Head.
The Easter EGGstravaganza will be held on Saturday at Kitty Hawk Kites at Jockeys Ridge Crossing in Nags Head. Kids can enjoy an egg hunt for $7, and 15-minute hunts will be held continuously. Pre-registration is recommended. Times are 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. You can also get your picture made with the Easter Bunny. See more information here.
Town of Manteo First Friday
April 3
First Friday is a fun-filled, family-oriented event held the first Friday of each month in historic downtown Manteo. There is live music music all around town, including The Ramble at Dare Arts, OBX Jazzmen at Magnolia Pavilion, Brad Privott at the Davis Lot, The Bar Cats at Nouvines, a DJ at Lost Colony Tavern and Tim & Woody at Poor Richard’s. Dare Arts will have art exhibit openings by Jackie & Paul Tury, and restaurants and shops will stay open late. The fun starts at 6 p.m. If you plan on staying for dinner, you may want to make a reservation at a Manteo restaurant.
Town of Nags Head Police Department Easter Egg Hunt
April 4
The Nags Head Police Department invites families for a free, fun-filled Easter egg hunt at Dowdy Park. Separate hunts will be held for ages 1 to 5 and 6 to 10, ensuring fun for all. Eggs, candy and prizes will be available. Bring your own basket. The event will take place rain or shine. The fun starts at 10 a.m. Dowdy Park is at 3005 S. Croatan Highway in Nags Head.
Photo: You never know where you'll find the Easter Bunny in the Gardens during Eastertide.
Eastertide in the Gardens
April 4
At Eastertide, the beauty of The Elizabethan Gardens on Roanoke Island in spring sets the stage for this fun-filled family event. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. children and families can follow a map of the Gardens’ paths to gather eggs at designated “egg stations” and enjoy live music, crafts, contests, face painting and vendors on the Great Lawn. Prizes will be awarded for egg races and Easter bonnet contests. The Easter Bunny will be on hand for photos. Food and beverages will be available to purchase. Cost is $16 for adults and 11 for youth ages 3 to 12. Dogs can come for a $6 fee. Pre-registration is highly recommended.
Easter Egg Hunt at Kellogg Supply
April 4
Kellogg Supply in Manteo and Coastal Family Church will host a Community Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday at 10 a.m. Bring your own basket. The address is 917 Burnside Road, Manteo.
Frisco Woods Campground Easter Egg Hunt
April 4
Frisco Woods Campground will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 from 4 to 8 p.m. with egg hunts, food and family-friendly activities. The Easter Egg Hunt will be divided into age groups, with staggered start times. Children ages 1 to 5 will begin at 4:15 p.m., followed by ages 6 to 12 at 4:30 p.m. and ages 13 to 20 at 4:45 p.m. An adult egg hunt for participants ages 21 and older will be held at 5:30 p.m., and a valid ID is required. In addition to the egg hunts, the event will include candy and prize eggs, as well as photo opportunities for attendees. Food and drinks will be available on-site including BBQ, hotdogs and sides for a $5 donation. All proceeds from the event will go toward the ongoing effort to construct and later maintain the planned 7.6-mile Frisco-Buxton Pathway, which will run parallel to N.C. Highway 12 from the Valero gas station in Buxton to the Frisco Bathhouse beach access. For more information on the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt and other upcoming pathway fundraisers, click here.
Easter Egg Family Event at Blue 42’s Brewing Barn
April 4
In Moyock on the Currituck Mainland, Blue 42’s Brewing Bar is hosting an Easter event from 11 a.m.to 3 p.m. The egg hunt starts at 11 a.m. sharp, and there will be Easter Bunny photos, crafts, food and drinks.
Photo: Soundside Markets' Easter Market brings vendors to Soundside Event Site in Nags Head.
Soundside Markets Easter Market
April 4
Soundside Markets super popular spring market returns Easter weekend at Soundside Event Site in Nags Head. From 12 to 4 p.m., shop among a huge variety of food, drink and arts and crafts vendors and let the kids run around on the lawn. The event site is at 6800 S. Croatan Highway at MP 16 in Nags Head. Parking is available on site.
Photo: Watch the resident osprey couple build their nest while enjoying the Easter buffet at Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe.
Easter Brunch
April 5
If Easter Brunch is part of your family tradition, you’ve got plenty of options around town.
NC Coast Grill & Bar, Duck 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Brunch Boards from Around the World. Easter Dinner 4 to 9 p.m. Reservations required at (252) 455-1791
Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant, Kitty Hawk. 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Easter Brunch Buffet. Reservations at (252) 261-3171
Jolly Roger Restaurant, Kill Devil Hills. 11:30 a.m. through dinner. Easter Sunday meal deals. Call (252) 441-6530 Easter Sunday Meal | Jolly Roger Restaurant | Outer Banks Events
Basnight’s Lone Cedar Café, Nags Head 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A full Easter Buffet. Reservations at (252) 441-5405. Walkins welcome.
Sea Chef Dockside Kitchen 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sea Chef will offer an egg hunt for all ages alongside its Easter brunch. Bring your own basket. Make a reservation for parties of 6 or more at (252) 441-3543.
Café Pamlico, Buxton, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Easter Brunch | Cafe Pamlico | Outer Banks Events With live music by Jackie Burns. Reservations required at (252) 995-7030
Photo: Experience the warm ambiance of a restored Life Saving Station while enjoying Easter Brunch at Black Pelican Oceanfront Restaurant.
Much More to Do
If you’re here all week, be sure to keep track of all the fun Outer Banks Things to Do and the Daytime and Nightlife events going on this week. From live music to art classes to lighthouse climbing, museum and horse tours, you'll never get bored on the Outer Banks.
About the Author Molly Harrison
Molly Harrison is managing editor at OneBoat, publisher of OuterBanksThisWeek.com. She moved to Nags Head in 1994 and since then has made her living writing articles and creating publications about the people, places and culture of the Outer Banks.
