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May 2016
Shallowbag Shag Beach Music Fest 2016
Join us at the Roanoke Island Festival Park Outdoor Pavilion for performers: Jim Quick and Coastline; The Embers; The Tams and Band of Oz. Vendors will be selling beer, wine, sodas and an assortment of food all day long. Pets are NOT allowed in the festival seating area. Tickets may be purchased online. When purchasing tickets online remember to bring your printed ticket to the gate to be scanned in so you can receive your festival armband. General Admission is…
Find out more »June 2016
Southern English Band at Basnight’s Lone Cedar Cafe Tonight
Make your plans for tonight, Friday June 3rd See you at BASNIGHT'S LONE CEDAR CAFE on the causeway in Nags Head NC
Find out more »OBX Brew Fest 2016
Boasting over 150 tasty libations from around the United States, OBX Brewfest showcases the area's culinary, performing and visual arts through an inspiring craft beer culture event. Featuring everything from home-brew demonstrations to beer-centric workshops hosted by industry professionals and of course, live music. We'll also be presenting our unique “Games for Grown Folks” field day-style game zone which will be chock full of activities including life-sized Jenga, keg bowling, human foosball, life-size Connect Four and more. Non-drinkers can also…
Find out more »Faire Days Summer Festival Series 2016
Every Wednesday, All Summer Long 13 Consecutive Weeks June 8 - August 31, 1:30-5:00 pm FREE ADMISSION ... • Sound System Music - 1:30-3:00pm • Live Music - by various artists ... 3:00-5:00pm • Virtual Fishing - with Capt Dan Banks …1:30-5:00pm • Magician - fun with The Impossible Chris … 2:00-5:00pm • Petting Zoo & Pony Rides - with Little-Zoo-To-You … 1:30-4:00pm • Paint a Wooden Mustang - with Wild Horse Museum Store … 1:30-5:00pm • Face Painting -…
Find out more »4 Amigos Every Tuesday All Summer At Waveriders
Every Tuesday night 7-10pm all summer long join Matt Wentz, Jamie Brumbeloe, Joey Lafountaine and Ed Tupper for a fun night at Waveriders Coffee, Deli & Pub in 2016! See more on the Waverider’s Facebook Page
Find out more »Sister Ruth & The Naked Truth Every Thursday At Waveriders
Come join Ruth Wyand, Carson Huggins and Ed Tupper jam some awesome blues very Tuesday night 7-10pm all summer long. Great musicians are here and many come in and add some amazing music to the night. Don't miss it! See more on the Waverider’s Facebook Page
Find out more »ROOTS, ROCK, REGGAE Mondays at Corolla Cantina
Come out and join us for ROOTS, ROCK, REGGAE Mondays at Corolla Cantina ... kicking off the 2016 summer series with LIVE MUSIC by Sensi Trails ... that's EVERY MONDAY through August 15 . Besides the great music vibes, you'll thoroughly appreciate these Drink Specials: • $3.00 Imperial • $3.00 Vienna Lager • $4.00 Oberons
Find out more »July 2016
Town Of Manteo 4th Of July Celebration 2016
Celebrate Independence Day with small town flair at the Town of Manteo 4th of July celebration 2016. The fun occurs all day long while the Town’s business offices are closed. Participate in wacky hat contest, decorated bike contest, apple pie contest and so much more. Then, after the sun goes down, the whole family will surely enjoy one of the best firework shows on the Outer Banks. For more information call the Town of Manteo at 252-473-2133, visit us online…
Find out more »4th Of July OBX BBQ Fish Fry
Darrell’s 2 will be serving BBQ, Local Shrimp and Flounder at Roanoke Island Festival Park for the FREE 4th of July fireworks display. Festival Park is the perfect place to watch the Town of Manteo fireworks event! With over 55 years of experience, exclusively local caught seafood and BBQ/Ribs smoked on-site, Darrell’s 2 will take care of the food, so your crew can just sit back, chillax and enjoy the stunning sunset followed by a thrilling fireworks show. Monday July…
Find out more »Whalehead Wednesdays Local Wine & Beer Tastings
WHALEHEAD WEDNESDAYS Join Sanctuary Vineyards and Vineyards on the Scuppernong as we present local wine tastings in the breathtaking and peaceful setting of Historic Corolla Park. The Bier Box of Corolla will also offer local craft brew tastings and purchases from The Weeping Radish Brewery. Enjoy live music and family friendly activities every Wednesday 3-7pm from June 1st to September 14th . A $15 General Admission ticket gets you a souvenir wine glass and samples of featured wines (Please bring a…
Find out more »August 2016
Steve Hauser at Capt. Andy’s Oceanfront Bar & Grill
Steve Hauser at Capt. Andy's on the Nags Head Fishing Pier tonight from 7-10. Did we mention 30 beers on tap?
Find out more »September 2016
The Left Side Of Summer HLHS Benefit at Scarborough Faire
A BENEFIT FOR HYPO PLASTIC LEFT HEART AWARENESS AND CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE Scarborough Faire and Eastside Restaurant present the first annual evening of: • FREE LIVE MUSIC with The Running Club • SILENT AUCTION • RAFFLE PRIZES Food and drinks will be available for purchase at Eastside Restaurant. All silent auction proceeds and a portion of Eastside’s sales for that evening will be donated towards research for the single ventricle program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Have a heart and…
Find out more »2016 OBX Beach Sweep & TrashFest Party
Here's a great way to gather with like-minded OBXers who love the Outer Banks of North Carolina to give a little back ... by sweeping a whole lot of trash away at Beach Sweep and celebrating later at Trash Fest. Beach Sweep runs from 9 AM to 12 Noon. It's organized annually by Surfrider Foundation and needs your help: school groups, organizations and individuals are welcome. Trash bags and data cards provided at many beach accesses. For more info contact…
Find out more »October 2016
Dare2Care OBX Shred Fest 2016
A good time for a great cause! Dare2Care OBX Shred Fest 2016 is a fundraising event to launch music programs for our Outer Banks Veterans and Special Needs communities. Bands on the bill are Freedom Hawk, Fujiwara, The Hot Signals, Formula, Dunebilly, Life-Love & Lunatics, Manday Huge and the Mustang Outreach Program Student Bands! SK8boarders, BMXers and Chicks in Bowls! Bring the whole family out for a Fall day full of rippers, shredders, local food, silent auction, live music, the…
Find out more »The Lost Colony Wine Festival
Make plans now to return to northern Roanoke Island during Columbus Day weekend for The Lost Colony Wine Festival on Saturday, October 8, 2016! Sip a wide variety of wines, indulge in delightful culinary experiences, and enjoy live entertainment with the picturesque Roanoke Sound behind you. The Festival will be held in the Sound Stage Theatre and the backstage areas of the Waterside Theatre at Fort Raleigh National Park. The Roanoke Island Historical Association is pleased to partner with the…
Find out more »Feline Hope Fish Fry Fundraiser at Old Nags Head Cafe
UPDATE: Due to Hurricane Matthew, this event must be rescheduled, date yet to be determined. The reschedule will be posted here as information become available, so keep your eyes on Outer Banks Events Calendar or check the Feline Hope Facebook page. Join us on Tuesday, October 11 from 5-8pm at Old Nags Head Cafe for an old-fashioned Outer Banks Fish Fry to raise funds for Feline Hope. The dinner is eat in or carry out which includes a generous…
Find out more »OBX Oystober Fest 2016
OBX Oystober Fest 2016 is a featured event within OBX Fall Restaurant Week. Local and regional oyster farmers will be on hand shucking raw oysters for your eating pleasure, some steamed too, along with 8 Outer Banks restaurants offering their individual oyster dish samples. Throw in 8 craft beer vendors to enjoy, and a little Bavarian fun and you’ve got the makings of a great day! Enjoy all you care to eat raw/steamed oysters, prepared oyster dishes, and craft beers…
Find out more »November 2016
Oyster Roast – Post Race Oysters & Bloody Mary Bar
Join us for Post Race (after the Turkey trot in Duck) Oysters & Bloody Mary Bar from 10am - 2 at the Back bar at Roadside.
Find out more »Oyster Roast
Join us for our annual Outer Roast starting at 1pm with live music by Bird Dog from 2-6.
Find out more »January 2017
Wine & Cheese Wednesday
Join us every Wednesday at AQUA for Wine and Cheese Wednesday! Enjoy a complimentary one selection upgrade on artisanal cheeses and cured meats paired with select discounted wines. The perfect way to wind down mid-week is with wine and sunsets! Don’t miss it!
Find out more »Blind Wine Night Wednesday
Sweet T is going “blind”. Join Sweet T in Duck for her special blind wine tastings every Wednesday through March. Explore great wines, engage in lively discussions and make new friends. Get there at 5pm sharp.
Find out more »February 2017
Hip Bluegrass Band Mipso at Kelly’s TONIGHT!
A last minute feature, Charles Hardy highly recommends this homegrown NC Bluegrass band so much, his company Hardy Moving & Storage is sponsoring the gig tonight at Kelly’s! Joe Watson opens at 5:15 pm, followed by the Mipso crew at 7:30pm. No cover. Mipso on Facebook Mipso on YouTube
Find out more »Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Party at Ocean Blvd
All the revelry of Mardi Gras on the Outer Banks under our roof! We'll be offering a Cajun Themed Menu along with Live Rock and Blues Music and plenty of decor and masquerade items for all! We open at 5:00pm to get you started and "stake your claim. The Band starts at around 6:00pm. Cajun Menu is served, along with our regular menu, until 10:00pm at Ocean Boulevard in Kitty Hawk, NC. Bring your favorite Mardi Gras gear - or…
Find out more »March 2017
6th Annual NC Catch Summit
Join friends, colleagues, buyers and sellers at the 6th Annual NC Catch Summit in Nags Head. Field Trips: New this year! Get an in-depth look at local seafood production on one of three half-day pre-Summit field trips on March 13. Locations are Bodie Island Oysters, Wanchese Harbor, and the Weeping Radish Brewery, Butchery and Pub. Outer Banks Catch Reception: In the evening compare the day's experiences with others at a local seafood kick-off reception at Basnight's Lone Cedar restaurant hosted…
Find out more »April 2017
Outer Banks Wedding Vendor Meet & Greet
Each spring, Sanderling Resort located in Duck, North Carolina invites couples interested in having a destination wedding on the Outer Banks to mix and mingle with many talented OBX Wedding professionals. This year's event will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2017 and will be a Meet and Greet allowing quality time with over 30 vendors representing all aspects of your wedding needs from 5pm - 7pm in the Soundside Pavilion followed by a more informal gathering at the Event…
Find out more »3rd Annual Hope Floats Benefit
This 3rd annual event will be a family-friendly, fun-filled day of local food from many local vendors from the best Outer Banks restaurants, complimentary wine & beer, live music by the local bands, silent auction, bounce house, face painting and much more! This benefit is held in celebration & loving memory of Maddie Hall who died as a toddler in an accidental drowning in 2009. In her honor, we plan to raise funds for Swim Safe Forever to help provide…
Find out more »May 2017
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta with DJ Jaime
The Outer Banks Brewing Station is taking the party outside for Cinco de Mayo 2017! Come out and join the backyard Friday fiesta with The Three Amigos. They will be playing live under the windmill from 5-8pm. There will also be a taco bar, margarita fountain, craft margarita bar and lots of swag from their sponsors, Altos Tequila. They're keeping the party going with DJ Jaime at 10pm mixing the best Salsa, Cumbia, Bachata, Merengue & Reggaeton until 2am.
Find out more »Cinco de Mayo Painting Party
Join us at Metropolis for a Cinco de Mayo painting party! Painting time will last about 90 minutes as our resident artist Meghan guides you through creating your own 8×8 acrylic painting on canvas. You can choose your own colors, so don’t be afraid to get creative! Metropolis will be featuring margarita specials and a menu of Mexican tapas. Doors open at 5pm and painting time starts at 6:30. Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in and choose a seat.…
Find out more »Soundside Live Sunset Concert Series
Visit The Outer Banks presents the Soundside Live Sunset Concert Series, an entertaining, unique and fun-filled music, food and beverage experience for Outer Banks visitors and locals on May 25th, June 1st and June 8th. Expect a curated line-up of regional and national touring talent playing an eclectic mix of rock and roll, blues, soul, funk and bluegrass. Products from beverage partners Mother Earth Brewery from Kinston, NC and Sanctuary Vineyards of Currituck, NC will be for sale as well…
Find out more »Shakedown Saturday
The Tap Shack at Coastal Cravings and Bearded Face Productions present an all tribute to everything Grateful Dead! Food, Craft Beer, Vendors and More! This is another FREE event featuring: Last Fair Deal (2 sets) 7:00-10:00pm Aquarium 4:30-6:30pm Kyle Folsom 2:30-4:00pm Marc Murray 12:30-2:00pm
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