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!

Ocrafolk Festival, Donovan Frankenreiter Top The Week

By Michael Lay | Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Named one of the top 15 island festivals in the world by Coastal Living Magazine, Ocracoke Island's Ocrafolk Festival is a family-friendly event that shouldn't be missed. Ocrafolk begins Friday at 4 p.m. with Donald Davis' Storytelling Workshop at Deepwater Theater, followed from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. by the Ocrafolk... Read More

Rock the Cape and Dare Day Highlight the Week

By Michael Lay | Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Outer Bankers love their traditions. But they're also wide open to new experiences, particularly those that combine good times, good food, good music and a good cause.Notable among our new events is Rock the Cape, an eight-hour musical kick-off-to-summer benefit for the Dare County Arts Council's outreach to Hatteras... Read More
The Tams will headline the Outer Banks Beach Music Festival.

Beach Music, Moonlight Kayaking and More

By Michael Lay | Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Fans of beach music won't want to miss the Outer Banks Beach Music Festival held this Sunday, May 26 at Whalehead in Corolla. The gate open at 10 a.m. and the day of upbeat, family-friendly music begins at 11 a.m. with local favorites The Crowd, followed by Steve Owens and Summertime at 12:30 p.m. and the Band of Oz... Read More
Take to the air at the 2013 Hang Gliding Spectacular.

Waves, Wind and Music for the Ponies

By Michael Lay | Wednesday, May 15, 2013
We've got a full slate of events and activities in the coming week so, without further ado...The Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education in Corolla has a stimulating program of activities scheduled for the 2013 season, and it gets off to a great start this week. Thursday, May 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. grab your... Read More
Outer Banks Restaurant Week...Try it, you'll like it!

Eat Well, Be Brave, Look Good

By Michael Lay | Wednesday, May 8, 2013
With Outer Banks Restaurant Week in the Fall, Taste of the Beach in March and numerous special events during the year featuring fish, shrimp, crabs and oysters, including the new Outer Banks Seafood Festival, a person could be forgiven for assuming that all we Outer Bankers do is eat.We're exceedingly lucky to live... Read More