Outer Banks Annual Events - June

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Dare Days

Downtown Manteo
Manteo
(252) 473-2133
Outer Banks June

Dare Days celebrates its 48th year in 2023. The festival, always held in downtown Manteo on the first Saturday of June, is a mix of live music, craft and food vendors, dance and activities for all ages. The morning starts with a Blessing of the Day and ends with a big-name music group with people dancing in the streets. In between you can also watch...read more

Dare Days celebrates its 48th year in 2023. The festival, always held in downtown Manteo...read more

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First Fridays in Manteo

Downtown Manteo
Manteo
(252) 473-5558
Outer Banks June

First Friday is a family-oriented festival held in downtown Manteo on the first Friday of every month from April through December. From 6 to 8 p.m. downtown Manteo’s sidewalks come alive with a wide variety of musical performances and festive activities for all ages. Individual shops and restaurants frequently do their own celebratory activity such as live music, special sales, refreshments and hors d’oeuvres. Dare County...read more

First Friday is a family-oriented festival held in downtown Manteo on the first Friday of...read more

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Hatteras Island Marlin Club Blue Marlin Release Tournament

57174 Saxon Cut Drive
Hatteras Marlin Club
Hatteras
(252) 986-2454
Outer Banks June

This week-long fishing tournament seeks to bring families to Hatteras Island for a week of fishing, socializing, fun and more. A cookout kicks off the week, and participants spend their first day enjoying cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live music and each others’ company. The following days are fish-filled, and crews can spend anywhere from three to five days on the water. While the teams are out...read more

This week-long fishing tournament seeks to bring families to Hatteras Island for a week of...read more

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Ocrafolk Festival

Berkley Manor
58 Water Plant Road
Ocracoke
(252) 921-0260
Outer Banks June

The Ocrafolk Festival is one of the most beloved Outer Banks annual events and traditions. On the first weekend in June, storytellers, musicians and artists bring themselves and their trades to Ocracoke Island for a three-day festival. You can shop directly from artisans and crafters, watch art demonstrations, listen to established and up-and-coming musicians and be absorbed by thrilling tales about Ocracoke Island and North...read more

The Ocrafolk Festival is one of the most beloved Outer Banks annual events and traditions....read more

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Small Fry Tournament

2000 Sailfish Drive
Pirate's Cove Marina
Manteo
(800) 367-4728
Outer Banks June

Come out to Pirate’s Cove Marina and spend a pleasant summer day engaged in a family-friendly fishing tournament. The Small Fry Tournament is one of the Outer Banks' only annual fishing tournaments that’s just for kids. There are two age groups: 3 to 8 and 9 to 15. The participants spend the day putting their fishing skills to the test, and the event...read more

Come out to Pirate’s Cove Marina and spend a pleasant summer day engaged...read more

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Soundside FunFair

6800 S. Croatan Highway
Soundside Event Site
Nags Head
(252) 441-0614
Outer Banks June
(252) 441-0614

Every June the carnival comes to town! Join in the fun of rides, fair food and midway games at the Soundside Event Site in Nags Head. This event is extra special fun for families because it benefits the Children and Youth Partnership for Dare County, an organization that advocates for kids from birth through adolescents. This event is held mid-June. 2018 dates are June 14...read more

Every June the carnival comes to town! Join in the fun of rides, fair food...read more

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Under the Oaks Festival

1100 Club Road
Corolla
(252) 453-9040
Outer Banks June

Enjoy an upscale summer art festival in Corolla with the annual Under the Oaks Art Festival. More than 50 artists present their work to include a fine mix of photography, paintings, ceramics, woodwork and jewelry. You can participate in the art auction, and kids can partake in children’s activities while basking in the shade of the live oaks. Vendors from local restaurants provide...read more

Enjoy an upscale summer art festival in Corolla with the annual Under the...read more

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VusicOBX

1 Festival Park
Manteo
Outer Banks June

VusicOBX is a summer concert series held at Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo. The organizers are Outer Banks locals who love bringing people together through live music. They book nationally known touring bands in genres of rock, reggae, country, jam, emo and more so there's something for everyone each summer. With a stunning view of Roanoke Sound and a gorgeous green lawn, Roanoke Island...read more

VusicOBX is a summer concert series held at Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo. The...read more

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Whalehead Wednesdays Wine Festivals

1100 Club Road
Corolla
(252) 453-9040
Outer Banks June

Up for a sophisticated evening activity? Check out Whalehead Wednesdays Wine and Beer Festivals happening from June through the end of September. Every Wednesday evening during the summer months you can sample a variety of wines and beer along with fruit and cheese while you watch the sun set over the Currituck Sound. Different solo artists and bands provide live music every week, so you’ll get...read more

Up for a sophisticated evening activity? Check out Whalehead Wednesdays Wine and Beer Festivals happening...read more

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WOVV Women's Arm Wrestling Tournament

Berkley Barn
58 Water Plant Road
Ocracoke
Outer Banks June

It’s zany, it’s tough as heck and it’s a whole lot of fun. Ocracoke Island’s Women’s Arm Wrestling Tournament showcases feats of strength and a show that only these islanders could pull off. The is Outer Banks annual event invites ladies to don their best wrestler attire and personas in the double-elimination arm wrestling tournament. WOVV, Ocracoke’s Community Radio, provides live coverage throughout the event,...read more

It’s zany, it’s tough as heck and it’s a whole lot of fun. Ocracoke Island’s...read more