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Trivia has been rescheduled to next Thursday Oct 1st due to pending nor'easter. We will however still be open serving all your favorite items all week long! Open everyday at 11am!

Mother Nature is not-so-gently reminding us who's in charge...

While we wait out this nor'easter, we are keeping good, safe thoughts for our friends and neighbors in the 4x4 area.

(This photo was pulled from the live feed from the live feed from Carova Beach)

What a summer.

So many good times, great people, long days, late nights, new friends, familiar faces, live music, pool days, sunsets, and memories we’ll be talking about long after the season ends.

To our members, guests, staff, musicians, families, friends, and everyone who spent part of their summer with us — thank you.

You brought this place to life.

Here’s to a season we won’t forget. ❤️

Village Beach Club • Summer 2026

🌧️💨 NOR’EASTER SURVIVAL PLAN — SHOPPING CENTER EDITION 💨🌧️

🥛 Food Lion — Buy 6 gallons of milk and 9 loaves of bread like you’ve never survived weather before.
🛋️ HomeGoods — Grab 14 emergency throw pillows and a wooden sign that says “Stay Awhile”… because apparently the Nor’easter is. 😂
💄 Ulta — Waterproof mascara. The wind is about to have you looking like you just got dumped.
🧀 Fresh Market — $87 worth of artisanal cheese, crackers and tiny meats. Because this is a classy natural disaster.
🍔🍺 McGrath’s — Forget all that. Get a BURGER and a BEER and watch everyone else panic-shop from a safe distance. ☘️😂

Storm’s brewing. Beer’s cold. Kitchen’s hot.

We know where our priorities are. 🍺🍔🌧️

Fall is here on the OBX, and the 3rd annual Pubkin Patch is back at the Brewing Station! 🍂☕️🎃

Throughout October, our backyard will be filled with pumpkins for sale, a fall-inspired menu, seasonal cocktails, and fun activities for the kids. Bring the whole family, grab a drink, pick out a pumpkin, and enjoy the season with us! The Pubkin Patch is open all month long from 11:30 am to 5:00 pm.

And don't miss our Pubkin Patch Kids Event on October 4th from 12-3pm. Petting zoo, pony rides, bounce house, fall-themed menu & more!

📣 WE’RE HIRING! 🍽️🌊

Uncle Ike’s Sandbar & Grill in Corolla is looking for experienced, energetic bartenders + part-time and full-time servers to join our team for the winter season!

We’re looking for dependable, energetic people who enjoy working with guests and can thrive in a fun, fast-paced restaurant environment. Restaurant experience is preferred, but a great attitude, strong work ethic, and reliability are what matter most.

🍔 Employee meal discounts
💰 Competitive earning potential
📈 401(k) match
⏰ Part-time & full-time positions available

Come be part of the Uncle Ike’s crew and work where others vacation! 🌊
📲 Text or call: 480-826-7878
📧 Email: bryan@uncleikesouterbanks.com

🔥 APPLY TODAY!

Friday's Author Signing with Bernie Lewis has been canceled because of the approaching nor'easter.

It will be rescheduled later this year. Stay tuned for updates.

Turns out when you put the five OBX bookstore owners at the same lunch table, you get a lot of laughs and some seriously cool ideas. 🌊📚

There is nothing quite like swapping stories and brainstorming with women who just get it. We’re so incredibly lucky to have this community of independent bookstores supporting each other here on the Outer Banks. 🫶📚

Go show some love to your favorite local indie this week! 💖

Left to right: Jamie Hope Anderson, Duck's Cottage Coffee & Books; Susan Sawin, Island Bookstore - OBX; Lynanne Wescott, Buxton Village Books; Leslie Lanier, Books to be Red; Chloe Roy, Downtown Books.

Whether you’re returning for another great year or joining us for the first time, here are a few tips to help you make the most of your weekend:

The 2026 event will begin with a Concert on the Green style event, on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 4 – 6 p.m. Return to the park on Sunday, October 11, 2026, to enjoy a full day of music during this free, non-ticketed festival showcasing national, regional and local jazz musicians on two stages. Gates open at 10:00 a.m. with live music starting at 11:00 a.m. and food and soft drinks available for purchase from Duck eateries.

👉 Chairs are available for rent on-site from Just for the Beach.
👉 The festival takes place rain or shine.
👉 Attendees are invited to bring food, coolers, chairs, blankets, and well-behaved dogs.
👉 The Duck Town Park is smoke-free.
👉 Please no umbrellas or tents during the Duck Jazz Festival. This allows all attendees an unobstructed view.
👉 Videotaping of the performances is prohibited.
👉 Plastic, aluminum, and glass recycling are available onsite. However, for the safety of our volunteers, please consider taking your glass home with you to recycle.

This year jazz-related events leading up to the main event include a Children’s Storytime and Rhythm Play, a Movie on the Green, a Community Concert on the Green and a Live Jam at the Bluepoint. Live music and special activities will be taking place around town at Duck businesses. For event updates, follow Duck Jazz Festival on Facebook and Twitter, and use #duckjazz on your posts and pictures.

We look forward to welcoming you for another unforgettable weekend of jazz in Duck!

📣And last but certainly not least....🎷

Please welcome Brass Queens to the Main Stage at the 2026 Duck Jazz Festival presented by PNC! 🎶✨

Back by popular demand, this dynamic female-led brass band first joined us in 2023 and absolutely lit up the amphitheater with their high-energy, interactive performance. Since then, we’ve received countless requests to bring them back, and this year, they’re returning bigger than ever for a Main Stage performance on Sunday, October 11! 🔥

Based in New York City, Brass Queens is redefining the brass band scene with a bold and electrifying sound that blends the rich traditions of New Orleans brass bands with the vibrant energy of NYC. In a genre traditionally dominated by men, these talented musicians continue to carve out space for women in brass while delivering unforgettable performances packed with joy, soul, and nonstop energy. 🎺💃

Whether you’ve been a fan since their first Duck appearance or you’re discovering them for the first time, get ready for a performance full of heart, movement, and incredible musicianship. Brass Queens don’t just put on a show — they create an experience.

Don’t miss Brass Queens live at the 2026 Duck Jazz Festival this fall!

Please welcome the David Esleck Trio featuring Jordan Garrett to the 2026 Duck Jazz Festival presented by PNC lineup! 🎹🎵

Led by internationally acclaimed pianist, composer, and educator David L. Esleck, this dynamic trio brings a fresh and masterful approach to jazz performance. From performances for world leaders to GRAMMY recognition for his album Little Ears, Dr. Esleck has built an extraordinary career rooted in both artistry and education.

In addition to his work on stage, Dr. Esleck mentors the next generation of musicians at the University of Richmond, where he teaches jazz performance, piano, and music history. Joining him are award-winning bassist Jason Jenkins and multi-instrumentalist Keith Willingham, whose musicianship adds even more depth and energy to the trio’s sound. 🎶

This special performance will also feature vocalist and pianist Jordan Garrett, whose expressive voice and vibrant stage presence captivate audiences wherever she performs. A gifted educator and performer, Jordan’s passion for music shines through every note whether she’s leading a classroom, serving as a guest clinician, or performing on stages across the country.

Catch the David Esleck Trio featuring Jordan Garrett live on October 11 on the Amphitheater Stage at the 2026 Duck Jazz Festival!

We are excited to welcome the First Flight High School Honors Jazz Band to the 2026 Duck Jazz Festival presented by PNC lineup! 🎶

It is always such an honor to showcase these talented student musicians as they bring their passion, dedication, and hard work to the stage. Their performances are a powerful reminder of the importance of music education and the bright future of jazz in our community. 🎷✨

As part of their festival experience, students will also have the incredible opportunity to participate in a masterclass with Tito Puente, Jr, creating unforgettable moments of learning, inspiration, and connection. 🎼🎺

Be sure to catch the First Flight High School Honors Jazz Band performing on Sunday, October 11 at the 2026 Duck Jazz Festival!

Big band jazz is making its return to Duck 🎷🔥

We’re thrilled to welcome Bobby Jasinski and The Hot Lanes back to the 2026 Duck Jazz Festival presented by PNC!

This dynamic 16-piece ensemble lit up the Main Stage in 2023, and they’re returning this fall with even more energy, passion, and unforgettable big band brilliance. Led by composer, arranger, and pianist Bobby Jasinski, The Hot Lanes deliver a bold and exciting sound that blends Latin rhythms, classical influences, folk melodies, and modern jazz into one electrifying performance. 🎶

Inspired by jazz legends like Count Basie and contemporary greats such as the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, Bobby’s vision for The Hot Lanes shines through in every rich arrangement and standout solo.

Their award-winning album Spectrum, recipient of the 2021 Wammie Award for Best Jazz Album, showcases the ensemble’s creativity, versatility, and powerful musicianship, and their live performances take that energy to another level.

Get ready to swing when The Hot Lanes return to Duck this October for a performance you won’t want to miss! ✨

Alright bass fans… this one’s for you 😎🎸

We are beyond excited to welcome Gerald Veasley BACK to the Duck Jazz Festival stage for the first time since 2008, when he performed during just the second year of the festival!

A master of the six-string bass, Gerald Veasley has built a genre-defying career as a bassist, composer, producer, educator, and bandleader. Blending jazz, soul, funk, and gospel influences, his music is equal parts groove, sophistication, and heart. 🎶

Throughout his incredible career, Veasley has performed and recorded with renowned artists including Kirk Whalum, Maysa, Chuck Loeb, McCoy Tyner, Philip Bailey, and The Jaco Pastorius Big Band, just to name a few.
His latest release, Live at SOUTH, captures the magic and spontaneity of a live performance at Philadelphia’s legendary SOUTH Jazz Parlor, showcasing the dynamic artistry and passion that have made him one of contemporary jazz’s most respected musicians.

Beyond the stage, Gerald is also the visionary behind the acclaimed Unscripted Jazz Series, Artistic Director of Jazz Philadelphia, and founder of Bass BootCamp, inspiring musicians from around the world through performance and education alike.

Don’t miss your chance to see this jazz legend live when Gerald Veasley takes the Main Stage on Sunday, October 11 at the 2026 Duck Jazz Festival presented by PNC! 🔥

The energy is heating up for the 2026 Duck Jazz Festival presented by PNC!🔥🎶

We are beyond excited to welcome Tito Puente Jr. to this year’s lineup!

As the son of legendary bandleader Tito Puente, Tito Jr. continues the rich legacy of the “King of Mambo” while bringing his own electrifying style and modern flair to every performance. From the iconic rhythms of Oye Cómo Va to today’s vibrant Latin jazz sound, his performances are packed with nonstop energy that keeps audiences dancing all night long. 💃🕺

With more than 300 performances at jazz festivals, symphony halls, and venues around the world, Tito Puente Jr. has become known for his exciting fusion of traditional mambo and contemporary Latin jazz. Albums like In My Father’s Shoes and Got Mambo? celebrate the roots of Latin music while pushing the genre into exciting new territory.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of rhythm, movement, and high-energy music when Tito Puente Jr. takes the Main Stage on Sunday, October 11 at the 2026 Duck Jazz Festival! 🎷✨