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

 

Outer Banks Forum for the Lively Arts

Outer Banks Annual Event
100 Veterans Drive, First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills
(252) 564-8781

Outer Banks Forum for the Lively Arts is an annual performance series held in the off-season. Each season offers seven concerts with nationally known and...read more

Outer Banks Forum for the Lively Arts is an annual performance series held in the...read more

Outer Banks KidsFest

Outer Banks Annual Event
1 Festival Park Drive, Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo
(252) 441-0614

Spend a beautiful spring morning at Roanoke Island Festival Park enjoying an Outer Banks event made just for the little kids. KidsFest is geared toward ages...read more

Spend a beautiful spring morning at Roanoke Island Festival Park enjoying an Outer Banks event...read more

Fall in line with one of the fastest growing Halloween celebrations on the Outer Banks. The Outer Banks Parade of Costumes is a family friendly event that...read more

Fall in line with one of the fastest growing Halloween celebrations on the Outer Banks....read more

Outer Banks Pirate Festival

Outer Banks Annual Event
3933 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 11, Jockey's Ridge Crossing, Nags Head
(877) 359-8447

Every year families of buccaneers and scallywags journey to Kitty Hawk Kites in Nags Head for several...read more

Every year families of buccaneers and scallywags journey to Kitty Hawk Kites in...read more

Outer Banks Running Club OBX Gobbler 5K & Fun Run

Outer Banks Annual Event
5000 South Croatan Highway, Nags Head

Give thanks for the enthusiastic and supportive local running community that’s made possible by the Outer Banks Running Club. The Outer Banks Running Club’s...read more

Give thanks for the enthusiastic and supportive local running community that’s made possible by the...read more

Outer Banks Seafood Festival

Outer Banks Annual Event
6800 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 15.5, Soundside Event Site, Nags Head
(252) 441-8144

Do you ever wonder about the abundant amounts of seafood caught and consumed on the Outer Banks? Well...read more

Do you ever wonder about the abundant amounts of seafood caught and consumed...read more

Outer Banks Shrimp Cookoff

Outer Banks Annual Event
4700 North Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk
(252) 261-2546

It’s no secret that some of the world’s tastiest shrimp are found in Outer Banks restaurants. Have you ever wondered where you can find the cream of the...read more

It’s no secret that some of the world’s tastiest shrimp are found in Outer Banks...read more

Outer Banks Spring Restaurant Week

Outer Banks Annual Event
(252) 207-5092

Foodies unite for this week of fixed price lunch or dinner offerings at a selection of restaurants throughout the...read more

Foodies unite for this week of fixed price lunch or dinner offerings at...read more

Outer Banks Triathlon

Outer Banks Annual Event
394 Airport Road, Manteo
(252) 255-6273

It’s time to put your physical prowess to the test with one of Outer Banks athletes’ most anticipated...read more

It’s time to put your physical prowess to the test with one of...read more

Outer Banks Vendor Meet + Greet

Outer Banks Annual Event
1461 Duck Road, Sanderling Resort, Duck
(855) 412-7866

Every spring the beautiful Sanderling Resort brings together photographers, florists, designers, caterers,...read more

Every spring the beautiful Sanderling Resort brings together photographers, florists, designers, caterers, musicians...read more

Outer Banks Watermelon Festival

Outer Banks Annual Event
3933 S. Croatan Highway, Jockey's Ridge Crossing, Nags Head
(252) 441-4124

Where can you enjoy games, friends, music and watermelon all in one place? Try the Outer Banks Watermelon Festival...read more

Where can you enjoy games, friends, music and watermelon all in one place?...read more

Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo

Outer Banks Annual Event
100 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills
(252) 423-3222

Soon-to-be-wed couples have a great time at this annual Outer Banks event that includes a traditional...read more

Soon-to-be-wed couples have a great time at this annual Outer Banks event that...read more