Calendar
Outer Banks Events
Festivals, races, seafood weekends, kite festivals and holiday lightings — updated as new dates are announced.
Outer Banks Kite Festival
Thu, Oct 1, 2026 · Jockey's Ridge State Park
A weekend of giant show kites, stunt demos and free family flying on the East Coast's tallest natural sand dune.
Outer Banks Seafood Festival
Sun, Nov 1, 2026 · Soundside Event Site, Nags Head
A one-day celebration of local watermen, working boats and fresh Outer Banks seafood.
Outer Banks Marathon Weekend
Tue, Dec 1, 2026 · Kitty Hawk to Manteo
A destination marathon weekend spanning Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head and Manteo — plus a half, 8K, 5K and kids' fun run.