Annual Outer Banks Events

Including Your Favorite Outer Banks Events

Each year brings an array of Outer Banks events to these beaches. Some of them are just so good that they return the following year, then the next and so on. These annual Outer Banks events range from those just starting to make a name for themselves to others that people mark their calendars for a year in advance. With the abundance of Outer Banks events that are always going on, you can probably guess several annual spectacles are often included in the mix. Winter or summer, rain or shine, it isn't hard to find nearby annual Outer Banks events. You may want to go to a music festival, arts and crafts fair, fun run, triathlon or marathon, fundraiser or family friendly festival, and this is your trusty compilation of what's happening when and where. As a whole annual Outer Banks events offer something for people of all ages and interests. Go to art shows or athletic competitions, foodie fun to music festivals, holiday festivities or cultural celebrations – there’s something for everyone here.

Annual Outer Banks Events are Everywhere

Every town prides itself on its annual events, and they're all presented with the utmost care and planning. Just attending one or two of them might have you second guessing if you're really on the Outer Banks or somehow got whisked away to the artsy Chelsea district in Manhattan. Ok, maybe that's a stretch, but we are pretty proud of them. We have our share of galas with attendees in formal attire; there are Outer Banks events where you end up covered in sand, wet and proud of your athletic accomplishment; we have refined jazz festivals, day-long rock/folk events and days full of Outer Banks beach music. These events are bursting with culture that is local to this area, and you’re invited to come be a part of them. Check out our listings below to see which annual Outer Banks events capture your interest.

Annual Outer Banks Events by Category or Month

 

4th of July Celebration in Ocracoke

Outer Banks Annual Event
Island-wide, Ocracoke
(252) 928-6711

Ocracoke Village celebrates Independence Day with a family-oriented, fun-filled annual event offering many activities for all...read more

Ocracoke Village celebrates Independence Day with a family-oriented, fun-filled annual event offering...read more

4th of July in Duck

Outer Banks Annual Event
1200 Duck Road, Duck Town Park
(252) 255-1234

Join the Town of Duck as it celebrates this nation’s birth with a parade, live music and more. Visitors and locals...read more

Join the Town of Duck as it celebrates this nation’s birth with a...read more

4th of July in Manteo

Outer Banks Annual Event
Downtown Manteo, Manteo
(252) 473-2133

The community of Manteo comes together every year to celebrate this nation’s birth with day-long...read more

The community of Manteo comes together every year to celebrate this nation’s birth...read more

Alice Kelly Memorial Ladies Only Billfish Tournament

Outer Banks Annual Event
2000 Sailfish Drive, Pirate's Cove Marina, Manteo
(252) 305-3610

Ladies, gather your fishing poles and your finest crew members. In early August it's time to fish for a cure at the Alice Kelly Memorial...read more

Ladies, gather your fishing poles and your finest crew members. In early August it's time...read more

Anniversary of the Wright Brothers' First Flight

Outer Banks Annual Event
1000 North Croatan Highway, Kill Devil Hills
(252) 473-2111

One of the Outer Banks’s biggest claims to fame is the 12 seconds in 1903 that revolutionized the world. The Wright Brothers’ first flight in Kill Devil...read more

One of the Outer Banks’s biggest claims to fame is the 12 seconds in 1903...read more

Beer Witch Project

Outer Banks Annual Event
600 South Croatan Highway, Kill Devil Hills
(252) 449-2739

Halloween isn’t just for the kids. The Beer Witch Project at the Outer Banks Brewing Station invites those ages 21 and up to join them for a Halloween-...read more

Halloween isn’t just for the kids. The Beer Witch Project at the Outer Banks Brewing...read more

Ocracoke's fun-filled race weekend, held the last weekend of April, draws runners of all skill levels for a half-marathon, 10K and 5K. If you're looking to...read more

Ocracoke's fun-filled race weekend, held the last weekend of April, draws runners of all skill...read more

Blackbeard's Pirate Jamboree

Outer Banks Annual Event
(252) 928-6711

Come to Ocracoke to commemorate more than 300 years since Blackbeard's historic last battle. Held annually in October, this three-day event is highlighted...read more

Come to Ocracoke to commemorate more than 300 years since Blackbeard's historic last battle. Held...read more

Brewtag

Outer Banks Annual Event
6800 S. Croatan Highway, Soundside Event Site, Nags Head
(877) 359-8447

Wait ... kegs can fly?! Who knew? Kitty Hawk Kites knows because they sponsor this fun (and funny) festival every October. Various groups around the Outer...read more

Wait ... kegs can fly?! Who knew? Kitty Hawk Kites knows because they sponsor this...read more

British Cemetery Ceremony

Outer Banks Annual Event
British Cemetery, British Cemetery Road, Ocracoke

On May 11, 1942, the H.M.T. Bedfordshire sank off of Ocracoke Island’s coast. Four of the sailors found their final resting place at the British...read more

On May 11, 1942, the H.M.T. Bedfordshire sank off of Ocracoke Island’s coast. Four of...read more

Carolina Boat Builders Tournament

Outer Banks Annual Event
2000 Sailfish Drive, Pirate's Cove Pavilion, Manteo
(252) 216-6914

This two out of three day fishing tournament is a low-key Outer Banks event of fishing and socializing...read more

This two out of three day fishing tournament is a low-key Outer Banks...read more

Creepy in Corolla Trunk or Treat

Outer Banks Annual Event
1100 Club Road, Corolla
(252) 453-9040

Is it true that old buildings really are spookier? Find out for yourself at Creepy in Corolla. This annual event is organized each year by Whalehead and the...read more

Is it true that old buildings really are spookier? Find out for yourself at Creepy...read more