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!

March On ... Toward Spring!

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Look at you! You made it through February and now it's March – the month when you finally kiss winter goodbye (however, I’m not complaining about those sunny days with temperatures in the 70s we’ve been having). How about celebrating with a week of fabulous events? On the Outer Banks this week you’ll find happenings... Read More

Best Bits o' the Banks

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Tuesday, February 21, 2017
If we’re being honest, the Outer Banks is a pretty great place, and it's more than the postcard-worthy beaches. The people, the restaurants, the businesses – all of these attributes come together to make our coastal home the sparkling star that we know and love. This week in particular you’ll find events and... Read More

Theatre, Music and More — It's Outer Banks This Week

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Beat the February blues by keeping your evenings fun-filled and entertaining. This week in particular is rich with activities and specials that let you look forward to something new every day. Whether it’s going to the theater, broadening your knowledge at an information session, checking out the musical acts at your... Read More

An Outer Banks Valentine's Day

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Tuesday, February 7, 2017
Businesses burst with shimmering heart-shaped decorations; pink and red now have names like mauve and merlot; the faint smell of cherry mingling with dark chocolate hangs in the air of every shop you enter. Yes, Valentine’s Day is upon us – the one day of the year where you can enjoy chocolate-covered strawberries and... Read More

Finding Fun in February

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Wow, is it really already February? Even though this is technically the shortest month, many of us consider February the longest month. But why is that? I’ve always had a buried affection toward these underrated 28 (and sometimes 29) days. For starters, it’s more likely to snow in February than in any other winter... Read More