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 Fireworks & 4th of July Celebrations

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, June 30, 2021
The summer’s biggest holiday is a big deal on the Outer Banks. We’re talking six major fireworks shows, two parades, a sand sculpture contest, live music, an apple pie contest, a road race, a beer run and so much more over the weekend and into Monday, July 5. Since we didn’t get to party for the 4th in 2020, we all... Read More

12 New Outer Banks Restaurants to Try

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, June 23, 2021
With record numbers of visitors in town this summer, the Outer Banks restaurants are hopping busy. It’s a good thing there are so many new restaurants in town to fill all the hungry bellies. Here’s a list of 12 new places to try from Corolla to Hatteras Island, plus six new sweets shops. If you missed visiting last... Read More

Wow! The Lost Colony Has Upped Its Game

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, June 16, 2021
As an Outer Banks resident working for local media outlets for the past 26 years, I’m sure I have seen The Lost Colony close to 20 times, although this is nothing compared to some of the people in Dare County. The Lost Colony is in its 84th season, and there are lifelong natives around here who have seen the show... Read More

A Day in Downtown Manteo

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Looking for a charming little town where you can park the car and spend the day poking around on foot? Downtown Manteo is that place. This town has it all – a walkable waterfront with docks and boats, parks, attractions, restaurants, stores, watersports activities, boat tours, beautiful homes to admire and more …... Read More

Get to Know a Local: Tshombe Selby

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Manteo native and professional opera tenor Tshombe Selby lives most of the year in New York City, but this month he’s back with his family on Roanoke Island and will take the stage at two events in Manteo: Homegrown, A Collaborative Fashion Festival on June 11 and the Juneteenth Celebration on June 19. How did a... Read More