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

 

OBX Taco Cook-Off

Outer Banks Annual Event
Ortega'z Southwestern Grill & Wine Bar, 201 Sir Walter Raleigh Street, Manteo

Fresh local fish fillings, zesty salsa, the flavorful crunch of veggies, a handmade masa tortilla holding it all together – who does it best on the beach?...read more

Fresh local fish fillings, zesty salsa, the flavorful crunch of veggies, a handmade masa tortilla...read more

OBX Veterans Week

Outer Banks Annual Event
Various Locations, Outer Banks
(252) 202-3007
Dare County Arts Council
(252) 473-5558

Every year near Veteran’s Day, the Outer Banks recognizes the nation’s veterans and their families with a week of events, ceremonies and special offers. OBX...read more

Every year near Veteran’s Day, the Outer Banks recognizes the nation’s veterans and their families...read more

Ocracoke Fig Festival

Outer Banks Annual Event
Ocracoke Preservation Society and, Berkley Barn, Ocracoke
(252) 928-7375

Ocracoke celebrates its sweetest tradition in early August with the annual Ocracoke Fig Festival sponsored by Ocracoke Preservation Society. Local vendors...read more

Ocracoke celebrates its sweetest tradition in early August with the annual Ocracoke Fig Festival sponsored...read more

Ocracoke Island Waterfowl Festival

Outer Banks Annual Event
Berkley Barn, 58 Water Plant Road, Ocracoke

Ocracoke Waterfowl Festival, held in April, draws hundreds of decoy carvers and collectors from Ocracoke Island and around the region. The event is...read more

Ocracoke Waterfowl Festival, held in April, draws hundreds of decoy carvers and collectors from Ocracoke...read more

Ocracoke Island-Wide Yard Sale

Outer Banks Annual Event
Various Ocracoke Locations, Ocracoke

Sell, buy, browse – the Ocracoke Island-Wide Yard Sale invites you to do it all. Maybe you have items that you never use or no longer need. Perhaps you’re...read more

Sell, buy, browse – the Ocracoke Island-Wide Yard Sale invites you to do it all....read more

Ocracoke Parade of Boats

Outer Banks Annual Event

Forget decking the halls – Ocracokers prefer decking the hulls. Get into the holiday spirit the island way with the Ocracoke Parade of Boats. This annual...read more

Forget decking the halls – Ocracokers prefer decking the hulls. Get into the holiday spirit...read more

Celebrate the bounty of the local waters while feasting on fish, crabs, shrimp and more. This fall festival also features live music and fundraising...read more

Celebrate the bounty of the local waters while feasting on fish, crabs, shrimp and more....read more

Ocracoke Working Watermen's Association Oyster Roast

Outer Banks Annual Event
Ocracoke Fishhouse, 416 Irvin Garrish Highway, Ocracoke
(252) 928-5601

If you’re on Ocracoke Island in late November or December, you won’t want to miss the Ocracoke Working Watermen’s Association Oyster Roasts at The Fishhouse...read more

If you’re on Ocracoke Island in late November or December, you won’t want to miss...read more

Ocrafolk Festival

Outer Banks Annual Event
Berkley Manor, 58 Water Plant Road, Ocracoke
(252) 921-0260

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...read more

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

Oink 'n' Oyster Roast

Outer Banks Annual Event
3833 N. Croatan Highway, Longboards Island Grill, Kitty Hawk
(252) 489-9198

There are few better ways to celebrate the start of oyster season than with an oyster roast and North...read more

There are few better ways to celebrate the start of oyster season than...read more

Outer Banks 8K, Buccaneer 5K and Family Fun Run

Outer Banks Annual Event
100 Veterans Drive, First Flight High School Stadium, Kill Devil Hills
(252) 255-6273

You don’t have to be a top tier athlete to enjoy the Outer Banks Marathon weekend. The shorter distances of the 8K...read more

You don’t have to be a top tier athlete to enjoy the Outer...read more

Outer Banks Entrepreneurs Holiday Bazaar

Outer Banks Annual Event
1701 South Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills
(252) 207-5722

Support local business owners, encourage entrepreneurship and start your holiday shopping at the annual Outer Banks Entrepreneurs Holiday Bazaar. Usually in...read more

Support local business owners, encourage entrepreneurship and start your holiday shopping at the annual Outer...read more