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!

Outer Banks Halloween Events 2024

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, October 23, 2024
It's spooky season on the Outer Banks and the Halloween-themed events are stacking up. Whether you're in it for the scares, the socializing or the family-friendly fun, this week brings plenty of opportunities to celebrate Halloween. Below are a few of this week's featured events, and you'll find even more on our... Read More

The Outer Banks Environmental Film Festival + A New Podcast

By Molly Harrison | Thursday, October 17, 2024
People who feel connected to the environment are more inspired to take care of the environment, and that is the inspiration for the Outer Banks Environmental Film Festival as well as a new podcast, Finding Hope in the Climate Crisis.  The second annual film festival will screen 23 films from November 1 to 3 in Manteo... Read More

A Milestone Event: 150th Anniversary Commemoration of the U.S. Life-Saving Service on the N.C. Coast

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, October 9, 2024
It’s a big year for the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site in Rodanthe, and the site is celebrating this weekend, October 12 and 13. Commissioned on December 4, 1874, Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station is not only 150 years old this year, but also holds the distinction of being the first life-saving... Read More

Celebrate N.C. Oyster Month at These OBX Events

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Oysters are a favorite local seafood, and if you love these briny bivalve mollusks, you’re going to have plenty of chances to eat them this month! In addition to all the usual ways to enjoy oysters – at local restaurants or buying them from local seafood vendors and enjoying them in your own backyard – there are... Read More

13 Fall 5Ks and Fun Runs on the OBX

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Whether you want to walk, run, jog or stroll, if you want to exercise with a group while raising money for a good cause, you have plenty of opportunities on the Outer Banks this fall. From 5Ks and 8Ks to a half-marathon to Thanksgiving Turkey Trots and fun runs, there is something for everyone from Corolla to Ocracoke... Read More