Outer
Banks 2006 Annual Events
May
May 28
Outer Banks Jaycees Beach Music Festival
Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion. Beach music, food and
beverages.
3–8 p.m. (252) 475-1500
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June
June
1–28
Paintings
by Ben Miller
Roanoke Island Festival Park Art Gallery. Local artist Ben Miller paints
in oils and acrylics in the style of impressionistic realism.
Monday–Friday
9 am–5 pm. (252) 475-1500
June
1
Roanoke Island
Garden Club House and Garden Tour
The Elizabethan Gardens (252) 473-3234
June 2 First Friday
on Roanoke Island
Historic Downtown Manteo. Music, shopping, dining and many special events.
6–8 p.m. (252) 473-5121
June
2–30
The Lost Colony
Outdoor Symphonic Drama
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. History and mystery under the stars.
The Lost Colony tells the dramatic story of America's earliest beginnings
more than 400 years ago. Call for prices. Each child accompanied by
a paying adult is admitted free on Mondays and half-price on Fridays
and Saturdays. Monday–Saturday at 8:30 p.m.
Reservations (252)
473-3414
June
2–30
The Lost Colony
Backstage Tours
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. A 45-minute guided walking tour,
including the costume shop, dressing rooms, an up-close look at the
sets and a chance to interact with the actors.
Monday– Saturday
at 6:30 p.m. Call for prices. Reservations required.
(252) 473-3414
Ocracoke
Music and Storytelling Festival
Ocracoke Island. A weekend chockfull of folk music, artwork, storytelling,
dancing, an auction and fun for the whole family – all on the
enchanting isle of Ocracoke.
(252) 928-3411
June
3
Dare Days
Celebration
Downtown Manteo Waterfront. 31st annual celebration of the people and
history of Dare County. Food vendors, arts and crafts, aero fly-over,
street dance, all-day family entertainment and more.
(252) 475-5629
June 4
North Carolina
Symphony
Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion. Enjoy a symphonic evening
under the stars. Guests should bring lawn chairs or blankets as seating
is on the lawn. Picnics welcome.
8 pm. Free. (877) OBX-4FUN, (252) 475-1500
June
6, 13, 20, 27
Elizabeth
R
The Elizabethan Gardens Meeting Hall Theatre (indoors). One-woman show
about Queen Elizabeth I, starring Miss Barbara Hird. Tuesdays 2:30 p.m.
through August 15. $10 includes admission to gardens. (252) 473-1061
or (252) 473-3234.June 7, 14, 21
Bloody Mary
and The Virgin Queen
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. A humorous musical farce
based on the relationship between Queen Elizabeth I and her half-sister,
Mary Tudor, who loathed one another and yet are buried in the same tomb
in Westminster Abbey. The production takes place in the tomb, in the
present day.
3 p.m. Free. (252) 475-1500 or (252) 473-1061
June 10 Fishing and
Crabbing Rodeo
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. The only day of the year when the
North Pond is open to crabbing and fishing! 9 a.m.–noon. Free,
plus free raffle to kids age 12 and younger.
(252) 987-1118
June 10
- 11
Rogallo Kite Festival
Jockey's Ridge
State Park, Nags Head
24th annual festival with kite-flying,
nightly entertainment, exhibitions and demonstrations, stunt and power
kite lessons, children's games and activities. (877) FLY-THIS June
10, 12, 13
Dare Nights
at The Lost Colony
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. Dare County residents get free admission
to attend The Lost Colony. Residents are asked to bring canned food
items for a donation to the local food pantries.
(252) 473-3414
June
11–30 History Fun
Programs
Roanoke Island Festival Park. Special daily scheduled programs aboard
Elizabeth II, in the Roanoke Adventure Museum and Settlement Site. Daily
programs in history garden at 1 p.m. Costumed interpreters engage guests
in activities and adventures in history.
(252) 475-1500
June
12–30
Junior Sailing
Optimist Program
NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Week-long sailing camp for ages
8 to 15. Basic boat handling skills, the parts of the boat, rules of
the road, basic sailing theory and on the water time. Call for prices.
(252) 475-1750
June
14
Wil-Bear Wright's
Festival of Fun
Kitty Hawk Kites (MP 12.5), Nags Head. Kite-making, yo-yoing, face painting,
free balloons, free candy and lots of fun! This family extravaganza
kicks off our summer-long Kids’ Day, held every Wednesday.
10
a.m.–2 p.m. 877-FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124
June
14, 21, 28
Red Wolf Howling
Safari
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, Dare County mainland. Learn
about the red wolves and hear them howl. 8 pm. Free; donations accepted.
Registration required.
(252) 796-5600
June
15
Tea with the
Queen
The Elizabethan Gardens, Roanoke Island. Meet Queen Elizabeth I and
her royal court while enjoying sumptuous desserts and refreshing iced
tea. Admission to the gardens and a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre
are included. 3–5 p.m. Call for prices. Reservations required.
(252) 473-3414
June 16
Wild Horse
Days Finale
Currituck Heritage Park, Corolla. Last day of the weeklong Wild Horse
Days celebration of the treasured Corolla wild horses. Children’s
activities, food and fun.
4–8 p.m. (252) 453-8002 or (252) 453-9040
June
18–21
Aquatic Adventures
Summer Day Camp
NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Fun-filled week of field trips to the
beach and marsh, fishing, water activities, games, crafts, a sleepover
and more. Ages 10–12. Call for prices.
(252) 473-3494 ext. 232
June
19–23 Junior Sailing
Vanguard 420 Program
NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Half-day camp for sailors at least
14 years old.
Maximum on the water time in a Vanguard 420. Call for prices.
(252)
475-1750
June 21–22
Whalehead
Club Arts Festival “Under the Oaks”
The Whalehead Club at Currituck Heritage Park, Corolla. Outdoor art
show with more than 100 artists. Music, food and kids activities too.
Wednesday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
(252)
453-9040
June 22 Build a Boat
in a Day Workshop
NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Teams of two build an eight-foot
plywood boat using the stitch and glue method. Minimum age is 8 years
old with an adult. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Call for prices.
(252) 475-1750
June 23–24
Small Fry
Fishing Tournament
Pirate's Cove, Manteo. Fishing June 23 or 24 from Nags Head or Outer
Banks Piers. Registration starts at 8 a.m. each day. Fishing 9 a.m.–noon
each day. Awards Saturday, June 24. Entry $25 per angler includes T-shirt,
lunch and pier entry.
(800) 422-3610
June 27–30
Afternoon
Classics – NCSA Summer Performance Festival
Roanoke Island Festival Park Art Gallery. Performances from the NC School
of the Arts. Most of the performances are musical, except for Wednesday,
which may feature music, dance or drama. Tuesday–Friday, 2 p.m.
Free; donations requested.
(252) 475-1500
June 27–July 1
NCSA Summer
Performance Festival
Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion. 26-piece orchestra and
a special Wright Flight presentation. Bring a picnic, blanket or lawn
chairs and enjoy an enchanting evening under the stars. Tuesday–Saturday,
8:30 p.m. Free; donations requested.
(252) 475-1500
June 27–30 Summer Children’s
Performance Series Presents – Bathtub Pirates
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. Follow the antics of Captain
Blackbeard and his crew as they commandeer a bathtub to carry out their
daring plan. The 2006 Summer Children’s Performance Series runs
June 27–August 4, Tuesday–Friday at 10:30 a.m. Free to Friends
of Elizabeth II and general admission holders. All others $5. Come early
-– seating is limited!
(252) 475-1500
June 30
The Lost Colony
Children's Theater Production of Cinderella
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. Performers from The Lost Colony company
bring to life a timeless story that all children will enjoy. Face-painting
and balloon-sculpting entertain the children before the show. Show runs
through August 18, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. $3 per person.
(252) 473-3414 for details.
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July
July 1–31
The Lost Colony
Outdoor Symphonic Drama
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. History and mystery under the stars.
The Lost Colony tells the dramatic story of America's earliest beginnings
over 400 years ago. Monday–Saturday at 8:30 p.m. (no show on July
4). Call for prices. Each child accompanied by a paying adult is admitted
free on Mondays and half-price on Fridays and Saturdays. Reservations
(252) 473-3414
July 1–31 The Lost Colony
Backstage Tours
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. A 45-minute guided walking tour,
including the costume shop, dressing rooms, an up-close look at the
sets and a chance to interact with the actors. Monday– Saturday
at 6:30 p.m. (no tour on July 4). Call for prices. Reservations required.
(252) 473-3414
July 1– 31
History Fun
Programs at Roanoke Island Festival Park
Special summer daily scheduled programs aboard Elizabeth II, in the
Roanoke Adventure Museum and Settlement Site. Costumed interpreters
engage guests in activities and adventures in history.
(252) 475-1500
July 1–28
Afternoon
Classics – NCSA Summer Performance Festival
Roanoke Island Festival Park Art Gallery. Performances from the NC School
of the Arts. Most of the performances are musical, except for Wednesday,
which may feature music, dance or drama. Tuesday–Friday, 2 p.m.
Free; donations requested.
(252) 475-1500.
July 1
NCSA Summer
Performance Festival
Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion. Film. Bring a picnic,
blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy an enchanting evening under the stars.
Tuesday-Saturday evening at 8:30 p.m. Free; donations requested. (252)
475-1500
July 3–August 4
Junior Sailing
Optimist Program
NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Four week-long sailing camp for
ages 8 to 15. Basic boat handling skills, the parts of the boat, rules
of the road, basic sailing theory and on the water time. Camps are held
July 3–7, July 10–14, July 24–28 and July 31–August
4. Call for prices.
(252) 475-1750
July 3–28
A Natural
Language — The Photography and Poetry of Steve Lautermilch
Roanoke Island Festival Park Art Gallery. Artist Steve Lautermilch’s
soulful exploration of photography and poetry. Monday–Friday 9
a.m.–5 p.m.
(252) 475-1500
Independence Day Celebration
Downtown Manteo. A full day of fun, with children’s
games, activities and contests.
July 4
Patriotic Concert & Fireworks
Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion. Music as part of the
NCSA Summer Performance Festival. Fireworks sponsored by the town of
Manteo. Concert at 8:30 pm; fireworks at dusk. Free.
(252) 475-1500
Town of Duck
Fourth of July Parade
Duck. The parade route begins on Christopher Drive, goes down Ocean
Way and ends by going down Scarborough Lane. 9 a.m., rain or shine.
(252) 255-1234
Festival and
Fireworks – Corolla
The Whalehead Club at Currituck Heritage Park, Corolla. Fun and fireworks.
Rock climbing and toy demos from Kitty Hawk Kites. 6–11 p.m. Free.
(252) 453-9040
July 4, 11, 18, 25
Elizabeth
R
The Elizabethan Gardens Meeting Hall Theatre (indoors). One-woman show
about Queen Elizabeth I, starring Miss Barbara Hird. Tuesdays at 2:30
p.m. through August 15. $10 includes admission to gardens.
(252) 473-1061,
(252) 473-3234
July 4–7 Summer Children's
Performance Series - Drew the Dramatic Fool
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. Drew reinvents the ancient
art of brilliant bumbling. 10:30 a.m. A workshop that will combine circus
skills, literacy, physical theatre and visual comedy will be offered
on the same day. Free to Friends of Elizabeth II and general admission
holders. All others, $5. Come early; seating is limited!
(252) 475-1500
July 5, 12, 19, 26
Red Wolf Howling
Safari
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, Dare County mainland. Learn
about the red wolves and hear them howl. 8 p.m. Free; donations accepted.
Registration required.
(252) 796-5600
July 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26,
28
The Lost Colony
Children's Theater Production of Cinderella
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. Performers from The Lost Colony company
bring to life a timeless story that all children will enjoy. Face-painting
and balloon-sculpting before the show. Show runs through August 18,
Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. $3 per person.
(252) 473-3414 for
details.
July 5–8
NCSA Summer
Performance Festival
Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion. Orchestra Tuesday–Friday,
film on Saturday. Bring a picnic, blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy an
enchanting evening under the stars. 8:30 p.m. Free; donations requested.
(252) 475-1500
July 6, 13, 20, 27
Summer Concert
Series on the Lawn
The Whalehead Club at Currituck Heritage Park, Corolla. Enjoy the musical
talents of the performers in the NCSA Summer Performance Festival. Bring
a blanket or chair to sit on. Snacks available. Thursdays, 7 p.m. to
8:15 p.m. Free.
(252) 453-9040
July 7
First Friday
on Roanoke Island
Downtown Manteo Waterfront. Manteo comes alive with music, shopping,
dining and many special events. 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
(252) 473-5121
July 9
Joseph and
the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. The classic Andrew Lloyd Webber musical
presented on a grand scale. One performance only, at 8 p.m. $5 per person.
(252) 473-3414
July 10–28
Junior Sailing
Vanguard 420 Program
NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Week-long, half-day camps for
ages 14 and older. Camp dates: July 10–14; July 17–21; July
24–28. Maximum on the water time in a Vanguard 420. 1–5
p.m.
Call for prices.
(252) 475-1750
July 11–14
Junior Aquatic
Adventures Summer Day Camp
NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Fun-filled week of field trips to the
beach, marsh, fishing, water activities, games, crafts and more. Ages
7–9. Call for prices.
(252) 473-3494 ext. 232
July 11–15
NCSA Summer
Performance Festival
Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion. Drama Tuesday–Friday;
film on Saturday. Bring a picnic, blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy an
enchanting evening under the stars. 8:30 p.m. Free; donations requested.
(252) 475-1500
July 11 and 13
Summer Children's
Performance Series - Just Beyond the Junkyard
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Workshop
to follow the 1 p.m. performance. Free to Friends of Elizabeth II and
general admission holders. All others, $5. Come early; seating is limited!
(252) 475-1500
July 12 and 14
Summer Children’s
Performance Series - Arabian Nights
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. Master storyteller Scheherazade
offers audiences three tales from a far-away land. 10:30 a.m. and 1
p.m. Workshop to follow the 1 p.m. performance. Free to Friends of Elizabeth
II and general admission holders. All others, $5. Come early; seating
is limited!
(252) 475-1500
July 13
One-Day Watercolor
Workshop
NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Spend a day painting the boats
on Shallowbag Bay with local artist George Cheeseman. Students need
to bring their own supplies. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $75.
(252) 475-1750
July 13
Tea with the
Queen
The Elizabethan Gardens, Roanoke Island. Meet Queen Elizabeth I and
her royal court while enjoying sumptuous desserts and refreshing iced
tea. Admission to the gardens and a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre
are included. 3–5 p.m. $22 adults; $11 youth; free ages 5 and
younger. Reservations required.
(252) 473-3414
July 15
Wright Kite
Festival
Wright Brothers Memorial, Kill Devil Hills. 28th annual event featuring
stunt-kite demos, games, kite making, contests and compeitions. 10 a.m.
to 4 p.m.
(877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124
July 16
The Lost Colony
Dance Concert
Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion. Original dances created
and performed by The Lost Colony company. 8 p.m. Free; donations accepted
to benefit the Professional Theatre Workshop.
(252) 475-1500
July 17–21
Opti Racer
Program
NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Half-day camp for experienced
sailors. Students participate in local regatta at the end of the course.
Call for prices.
(252) 475-1750
July 18–21
Summer Children's
Performance Series - The Flow Circus
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. Comedy juggling, spectacular
magic and original physical comedy. 10:30 a.m. Free to Friends of Elizabeth
II and general admission holders. All others, $5. Come early; seating
is limited!
(252) 475-1500
July 18–22
NCSA Summer
Performance Festival
Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion. Drama Tuesday–Friday;
Film on Saturday. Bring a picnic, blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy an
enchanting evening under the stars. 8:30 p.m. Free.
(252) 475-1500
July 22
Kitty Hawk
Kites Hatteras Kite Festival
Hatteras Landing. Stunt kite demonstrations, exhibitions, casual competition,
and games for kids. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free.
(877) FLY-THIS, (252)
441-4124
July 25–28
Children’s
Summer Performance Series - Beauty and the Beast - Tarradiddle Players
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. 10:30 a.m. Free to Friends
of Elizabeth II and general admission holders. All others, $5. Come
early; seating is limited!
(252) 475-1500
July 25–29
NCSA Summer
Performance Festival
Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion. String Quartet and dance
Tuesday–Friday; Film on Saturday. Bring a picnic, blanket or lawn
chairs and enjoy an enchanting evening under the stars. 8:30 p.m. Free;
donations requested.
(252) 475-1500
July 29
NC Maritime
Museum on Roanoke Island Regatta
NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Races will be for the Optimist
420 and Sunfish – both youth and adult.
Call for applications.
(252) 475-1750
July 29–30
Shakespeare
in the Gardens
The Elizabethan Gardens. Shakespearian scenes performed by members of
The Lost Colony company. Two performances only: Saturday 10:30 a.m.
and Sunday 2 p.m. Donations accepted.
(252) 473-3234
July 30
Laura Long
Vocal Recital
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. 4 p.m. Free.
(252) 475-1500
July 31– August 4
Junior Sailing
Optimist Program
NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Half-day sailing camp for ages
8–15. Basic boat handling skills, the parts of the boat, rules
of the road, basic sailing theory and on the water time. Call for prices.
(252) 475-1750
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August
August 1–18
The Lost Colony
Outdoor Symphonic Drama
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. History and mystery under the stars.
The Lost Colony tells the dramatic story of America's earliest beginnings
over 400 years ago. Call for prices. Each child accompanied by a paying
adult is admitted free on Mondays and half-price on Fridays and Saturdays.
Monday–Saturday at 8:30 p.m.
Reservations
(252) 473-3414
August 1–18
The Lost Colony
Backstage Tours
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. A 45-minute guided walking tour,
including the costume shop, dressing rooms, an up-close look at the
sets and a chance to interact with the actors. Monday– Saturday
at 6:30 p.m. Call for prices. Reservations required.
(252) 473-3414
August 1, 8, 15
Elizabeth
R
The Elizabethan Gardens Meeting Hall Theatre (indoors). One-woman show
about Queen Elizabeth I, starring Miss Barbara Hird. Tuesdays 2:30 pm.
$10, includes admission to gardens.
(252) 473-1061, (252) 473-3234
August 1– 4
Children’s
Summer Performance Series - The Amazing Adventure of Anna Marie
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. 10:30 a.m. 12-year-old Anna
Marie resolves to find out for herself how Ben Franklin discovered the
connection between lightning and electricity. Free to Friends of Elizabeth
II and general admission holders. All others, $5. Come early; seating
is limited!
(252) 475-1500
August 1–4
Afternoon
Classics – NCSA Summer Performance Festival
Roanoke Island Festival Park Art Gallery. Performances from the NC School
of the Arts. Most of the performances are musical, except for Wednesday,
which may feature music, dance or drama. Tuesday–Friday, 2 p.m.
Free; donations accepted.
(252) 475-1500
August 1–5
NCSA Summer
Performance Festival
Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion. Percussion and dance
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Drama (The Amazing Adventure of Anna
Marie) Thrusday. Film Saturday. 8:30 p.m. Free; donations accepted.
(252) 475-1500
August 1–13
History Fun
Programs
Roanoke Island Festival Park. Daily scheduled programs aboard Elizabeth
II, in the Roanoke Adventure Museum and Settlement Site and History
Garden. Costumed interpreters engage guests in activities and adventures
in history.
(252) 475-1500
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Red Wolf Howling
Safari
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, Dare County mainland. Learn
about the red wolves and hear them howl. 8 p.m. Free; donations accepted.
Registration required.
(252) 796-5600
August 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18
The Lost Colony
Children's Theater Production of Cinderella
Waterside Theatre, Roanoke Island. Performers from The Lost Colony company
bring to life a timeless story that all children will enjoy. Face-painting
and balloon-sculpting before the show. Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:30
a.m. $3 per person.
(252) 473-3414
August 2–3
Hatteras Island
Arts and Craft Guild Summer Show
Cape Hatteras Elementary School, Buxton. Art, food and a scholarship
raffle. Free admission.
10 a.m.–4 p.m. (252) 995-4673 or (252)
305-0552
August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Summer Concert
Series on the Lawn
The Whalehead Club at Currituck Heritage Park, Corolla. Local musicians
perform jazz, blues, folk and classic rock. Bring a chair or blanket.
Snacks available. Thursdays 7 p.m. Free.
(252) 453-9040
August 4
First Friday
on Roanoke Island
Downtown Manteo. Manteo comes alive with music, shopping, dining and
many special events. 6–8 p.m. (252) 473-5121
August 5
Kitty Hawk
Kites and Carolina Outdoors Ocean Games
Location TBA. 5-mile kayak race, sandcastle building contests, kite-boarding
demonstrations and much more. Novice and advanced kayakers welcome.
(877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124
August 6
The Lost Colony
Choir Concert
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. An entertaining and diverse
selection of music performed by The Lost Colony company. 2 p.m. and
8 p.m. Free; donations accepted to benefit the Professional Theatre
Workshop.
(252) 475-1500
August 8–11
Junior Aquatic
Adventures Summer Day Camp
NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Fun-filled week of field trips to the
beach and marsh, fishing, water activities, games, crafts and more for
ages 7–9. Call for prices.
(252) 473-3494 ext. 232
August 10
Tea with the
Queen
The Elizabethan Gardens, Roanoke Island. Meet Queen Elizabeth I and
her royal court while enjoying sumptuous desserts and refreshing iced
tea. Admission to the gardens and a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre
are included. 3–5 p.m. $22 adults; $11 youth; free ages 5 and
younger.
Reservations required.
(252) 473-3234
August 12
Corolla Kite
Festival
Hampton Inn Suites, Corolla. Stunt kite demonstrations on the beach,
free exhibitions, casual competition, and free games for the kids. 10
a.m.–4 p.m.
(877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124
August 15–18
Aquatic Adventures
Summer Day Camp
NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Fun-filled week of field trips to the
beach and marsh, fishing, water activities, games, crafts and more for
ages 10–12. Call for prices.
(252) 473-3494 ext. 232
August 16–17
New World
Festival of the Arts
Downtown Manteo. 25th annual event with artists exhibiting and selling
their works in a variety of media. Wednesday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Thursday
10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Free admission.
(252) 473-2838
August 18
Virginia Dare's
Birthday Celebration
Fort Raleigh, Roanoke Island. Celebrate Virginia Dare's 419th birthday
with a day of events at Fort Raleigh. Free admission to The Elizabethan
Gardens. Music with the Queen at The Elizabethan Gardens at 11 a.m.
Call (252) 473-3234. Special events at Fort Raleigh all day. Special
performance of The Lost Colony with a live infant as baby Virginia Dare.
Call (252) 473-3414 for reservations.
August 19
OBX Boomerang
Competition
Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills. See some the best
boomerang throwers in the United States compete. Free kite making for
the kids.
(877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124
August 24
Build a Boat
in a Day Workshop
NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Teams of two build an eight-foot
plywood boat using the stitch and glue method. Minimum age is 8 years
old, with an adult. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Call for prices.
(252) 475-1750
August 26–27
Kitty Hawk
Kites Kiteboarding Competition
Kitty Hawk Kites Kiteboarding Center (MP 15.5), Nags Head. See some
of the best kiteboarders
in the world.
(877) FLY-THIS, (252) 441-0265
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September
September 1
First Friday
on Roanoke Island
Downtown Manteo. The town comes alive with music, shopping, dining and
many special events. 6–8 p.m. (252) 473-5121
September 4
The Phoenix
Society
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. Inaugural season of a new
Outer Banks’ lecture and discussion series to promote and advance
topics relating to the Roanoke Island colony. The series will feature
exciting researchers, authors and performers in a cultural exchange
that will delight and entertain. Free. (252) 473-2127
September 4–27
Paintings
by Shirley Ruff and Donna Colson
Roanoke Island Festival Park Art Gallery. Oil and acrylic paintings
inspired by the Outer Banks environment and interpreted in contemporary
bright colors and design. Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (252)
475-1500
September 8–9
Weeping Radish
Oktoberfest
Weeping Radish, Manteo. Live German oom-pah band, food, children's games.
Friday 4–11 p.m.; Saturday noon–11 p.m. (252) 473-1157
September 9
American Heroes
Day
Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station, Rodanthe. Coast Guard Search and Rescue
demo, flyover, law-enforcement and U.S. military representatives, Red
Cross blood drive, local author signings and events. 10 a.m.–5
p.m. Call for admission prices. (252) 987-1552
September 15–16
A Day at the
Docks
Harborfont, Hatteras Village. A celebration of Hatteras Island watermen.
Boats on display. Commercial fishermen and charter boat captains share
stories. Watermen demonstrate how they use different types of fishing
gear and compete in contests. Seafood experts teach the best way to
fillet fish, pick crabs and prepare traditional island dishes. Games
for children. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Free. (252) 995-4131
September 16
Wildfest
Manteo Middle School. Wildlife games, activities, crafts, vendors and
a very special event. Participating agencies include the National Park
Service, US Fish and Wildlife Service, Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce,
Coastal Wildlife Refuge Society and the Carolina Bird Club. 10 a.m.–2
p.m. Free.
(252) 473-2111 ext. 163
September 30
Build a Boat
in a Day Workshop
NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Teams of two build an eight-foot
plywood boat using the stitch and glue method. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Call
for prices.
(252) 475-1750
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October
October 2–November 28
Missie Dickens
and Cecelia Anne Hill Watercolor and Mixed Media Show
Roanoke Island Festival Park Art Gallery. Roanoke Island Festival Park.
North Carolina artists and mother-daughter team Missie Dickens and Cecelia
Anne Hill shows watercolors and other media. Monday-Friday 9 a.m.–5
p.m.
(252) 475-1500
October 5–8
Parade of
Homes
Manteo to Corolla. Self guided tour of selected homes by some of the
area's finest builders.
(252) 449-8232
October 6
First Friday
on Roanoke Island
Downtown Manteo. The town comes alive with music, shopping, dining and
many special events.
6 p.m.–8 p.m. (252) 473-5121
October 7–8
Artrageous
Art Extravaganza
Dare County Family Recreational Park, Kill Devil Hills. Kids’
hands-on art activity booths, professional artist show and sell, quick
draws, music, children's auction and delicious food. 10 a.m.–3
p.m. Next night is the adult art auction at Kelly's Outer Banks Restaurant
with food, drink, music and art. Advance tickets to the live auction
are available at the KDH Cooperative Gallery and Sea & Sounds Gallery
in Manteo.
(252) 473-5558
October 8
Carolista
Music Festival
Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion. Local and national women
performers; marketplace featuring women artists, women's organizations,
culinary divas and outstanding women-run businesses. 2 p.m.-‘til.
Tickets may be purchased at any Hotline Thrift Store.
(252) 475-1500
October 9–13
Janet Walsh,
AWS Watercolor Workshop
Roanoke Island Festival Park. Weeklong workshop for all levels. Total
tuition is $435. Housing is available at the Roanoke Island Festival
Park housing facility in Manteo for a nominal fee.
(252) 473-5558
October 21
NC Maritime
Museum on Roanoke Island - Build a Boat in a Day Workshop
NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Teams of two build an eight-foot
plywood boat using the stitch and glue method. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Call
for prices.
(252) 475-1750
October 21–22
Outer Banks
Stunt Kite Competition
Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills. Competition as
part of the Eastern League Circuit for sport kite flying. Non-competitors
can enjoy workshops, demonstrations and kite making for kids.
(877)
FLY-THIS, (252) 441-4124
October 27–28
Haunted Corolla
Village
Corolla Village. Tour begins in Corolla Village with fall festival of
pumpkin carving, scarecrow stuffing, apple cider and baked goods. Shops
open. Then a hayride to the schoolhouse, lighthouse and Whalehead Club.
Rain date Oct. 29. 5:30–9 p.m. $6 per person.
(252) 453-9040
Oct. 28
Howl-O-Ween
Red Wolf Howling Safari
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, Dare County mainland. Learn
about the red wolves and hear them howl. 6 p.m. Free; donations accepted.
Registration required.
(252) 796-5600
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November
November 9–February 14
Holiday Small
Works Show
Sea and Sounds Gallery, Manteo. More than 500 items of affordable framed
originals, reproductions and photography as well as pottery, glass,
jewelry, fiber, metal, mixed media and wood for holiday shopping. (252)
473-5558
November 3
First Friday
on Roanoke Island
Downtown Manteo. The town comes alive with music, shopping, dining and
many special events. 6–8 p.m. (252) 473-5121
November 7–12
Wings Over
Water
Various locations. The 10th annual Wings Over Water brings birding and
nature enthusiasts together to explore and celebrate the wildlife and
wildlands of eastern North Carolina. Choose from a variety of birding,
paddling and natural history programs that get you into the heart of
nature. (252) 441-8144
November 12
The Inaugural
OBX Marathon & “One-Hill-Only” Half-Marathon
Kitty Hawk to Manteo. The marathon will start in Kitty Hawk, passing
many of the Outer Banks’ most treasured landmarks then crossing
the beautiful Washington-Baum Bridge to Roanoke Island to finish at
Manteo High School, followed by a ceremony and celebration on the Green
at Festival Park in Manteo. The half will start at Jockey's Ridge. Food,
music, T-shirts, medals and fun. www.obxmarathon.org.
November 18
Manteo Rotary
Rockfish Rodeo
Roanoke Island Festival Park, The Outdoor Pavilion. A fishing tournament
sponsored by the Manteo Rotary Club.
(252) 473-6644
November 23
Advice 5K
Turkey Trot
Duck. Annual Thanksgiving Day benefit 5K Run and Walk. Open to all ages
and abilities! 9 a.m.
Register early. (252) 255-1050
November 24–25
Kitty Hawk
Kites Hangin' with Santa
Kitty Hawk Kites (MP 12.5), Nags Head. Free photos with Santa in a demo
hangglider.
(252) 441-4124
November 24–25
Hatteras Island
Arts and Craft Guild Holiday Show
Cape Hatteras Elementary School, Buxton. Art, food and a scholarship
raffle. 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Free admission. (252) 995-4673 or (252)
305-0552
November 25
Kitty Hawk
Kites with Lights
Jockey's Ridge State Park (MP 12.5), Nags Head. Watch the night sky
magically transform as skilled
flyers maneuver lit stunt kites to the
sounds of your favorite holiday songs. Hot apple cider and
cookies at
sunset.
(252) 441-4124
November 30–December
2
Outer Banks Hotline's Festival of Trees
Location TBA. Annual fundraising event for Outer Banks Hotline. Decorated
trees and holiday objects by local businesses and auctioned.
(252) 473-5121
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December
December 1
First Friday
on Roanoke Island and Lighting of the Town Tree
Downtown Manteo. The town comes alive with music, shopping, dining and
many special events. 6–8 p.m. (252) 473-5121
December 1–29
Surface Designs
and Textiles
Roanoke Island Festival Park Art Gallery. Textile artist Cole Fagersten,
Charlotte Quinn and others will display hand-dyed fabrics exploring
the possibilities of surface design. Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–5
p.m. (252) 475-1500
December 2
Manteo Christmas
Parade.
Community holiday parade through the Town of Manteo. 11 a.m.
(252) 473-2133
December 2
Oakwood Waits
Holiday Concert
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. An exultant blending of the
voices, featuring a selection of holiday music. 7 p.m. Free.
(252) 475-1500
December 4
The Phoenix
Society
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theatre. Inaugural season of a new
Outer Banks’ lecture and discussion series to promote and advance
topics relating to the Roanoke Island colony. The series will feature
researchers, authors and performers in a cultural exchange that will
delight and entertain. Free. (252) 473-2127
December 6
The Lost Colony
Christmas Open House
The Lost Colony Building. This holiday season event turns things upside
down—even a Christmas tree hangs upside down. Food, music and
door prizes.
(252) 473-2127
December 8
Town of Manteo Christmas Tree Lighting Festivities
6pm
in front of the historic Dare County courthouse on Queen Elizabeth Avenue
December 9
Town of Manteo’s 33rd Annual Christmas Parade with Santa
Pre-parade show begins at 10am at the
Christmas reviewing stage in front of the historic Dare County courthouse
on Queen Elizabeth Avenue. Parade begins at 11pm starting at the Manteo
High School and winding its way along the waterfront and past the courthouse,
ending at the College of the Albemarle (formerly Manteo Middle School).
December 10
Manteo Preservation
Trust's Holiday Tour of Homes
Roanoke Island. A tour of Roanoke Island homes decorated for the holiday
season. 2-7 p.m. $15.
(252) 473-5548
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