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!

Gobble Up! Thanksgiving Destinations on the Outer Banks

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Wednesday, November 13, 2019
With Halloween behind us, it feels like I’m already seeing displays of Christmas decorations and holiday specials in stores and around my neighborhood. Putting up lights, starting my gift shopping – it’s all tempting, but I refuse to fall into the trap (yet). I’m saving my festive energy for my favorite foodie event... Read More

Salute the Troops: Outer Banks Veterans Week

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Ties to military duty and service run through the Outer Banks, and Veterans Day holds a place of high esteem within the community. While the calendar sets one day aside to honor and remember those who served the nation, the Outer Banks takes it a step beyond, establishing an entire week of programs, events and... Read More

On the Outer Banks, Halloween Isn't Just for the Kids

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Tuesday, October 29, 2019
I don’t know why people often brush off Halloween as a juvenile holiday. In fact, I’d make the case that it’s all the more fun for adults: Halloween as an adult means you get to pick out what candy you have on hand (imagine, all the Reese’s your heart desires); you partake in the fun frequently deemed “too scary” for... Read More

No FOMO on the Outer Banks This Week

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, October 23, 2019
If you’re on the northern Outer Banks this weekend, boredom will not be an option. (Not that boredom is really ever an option anytime or anywhere on the Outer Banks.) This weekend is especially full of fun things to do – so full, in fact, that you're going to have some tough decisions to make. You just might find... Read More

It's Football Season! Game Day Destinations on the Outer Banks

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Guess what time of year it is? It’s the season of reddening leaves, pumpkins and, obviously, football. As you know, game day takes on a new appeal when it’s spent with others (team-affiliation depending) in a fun, hyped-up environment. No matter your location on the Outer Banks, you’ll find sports bars and restaurants... Read More