Duck Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule

Duck Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of November 23, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Thursday, November 26th 8:00 AM
Duck

Kick off your Thanksgiving celebration with a little exercise, fresh coastal air, and plenty of holiday spirit at the annual Duck Turkey Trot 5K. This popular Thanksgiving Day tradition brings together runners, walkers, families, and visitors for a festive 3.1-mile race through the charming town of Duck on the Outer Banks. Open to participants of all abilities, the event offers a fun and active way to start the holiday while enjoying the area's welcoming community atmosphere.

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of November 30, 2026 - December 6, 2026
Saturday, December 5th 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Duck

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season at the annual Duck Yuletide Celebration, a festive Outer Banks tradition that brings residents and visitors together for an afternoon of holiday entertainment, family-friendly activities, and small-town charm. Held at Duck Town Park, this free community event welcomes guests of all ages to enjoy the sights, sounds, and traditions of Christmas in the heart of Duck.

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The Soundside Park and Boardwalk

While the oceanfront of the Outer Banks gets plenty of morning glory, those in the know head soundside when sunset approaches. Located at Milepost 16 on the Roanoke Sound, The Soundside Event Site in Nags Head has transitioned from a wide-open...

Resort Realty

For more than 39 years, Resort Realty has been providing unforgettable Outer Banks vacations. From Corolla to Hatteras Island, Resort Realty offers nearly 600 Outer Banks vacation homes that range from cozy 1-bedroom condos to exquisite 20-bedroom...

5590 - Sand Hills South

MP 14.5. Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Nestled along the quiet shoreline of the Roanoke Sound, Sand Hills South offers an idyllic waterfront escape in the heart of the Village...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Jimmy's Seafood Buffet

Home of the Crab Leg & Lobster Buffet for 27 years! Jimmy’s Seafood Buffet is a great stop for an all you can eat affordable dinner extravaganza. The buffet offers over 100 different items. It even serves Jumbo Alaskan crab legs and Jumbo...

1745 - Beach Time

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Beach Time is a 6-bedroom, 4-bathroom Corolla vacation rental perfect for your Outer Banks escape. This spacious and...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...

Crow's Nest

Escape to Crow’s Nest, a beautiful Corolla retreat designed for families and friends looking to relax, reconnect, and enjoy all that the Outer Banks has to offer. Located in the desirable Crown Point community, this spacious home combines coastal...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Resort Realty Property Management

Celebrating 39 years of service in Outer Banks vacation rental property management, Resort Realty is a company that operates locally with in-house feet on the ground; meaning impeccable care for your home with constant communication from our staff...

BEBE

12 guests can gather around the custom concrete ping-pong table that converts into an outdoor dining table, one of the unexpected touches that sets BeBe apart among Carolina Designs vacation rentals in Duck. Add an 8-person hot tub, outdoor...

  • Duck
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

180 | Peters' Cottage

This fantastic Nags Head Oceanfront home is spacious (4,800 sq. ft.) and very well equipped to ensure a great time on the Outer Banks. Situated in the Nags Head Historic District, this home provides a peaceful location, a wide, uncrowded Beach that...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

J.G.M. 609

Enjoy your Outer Banks vacation in this classic old Nags Head-style home at milepost 21. Wake yourself up with a cup of coffee on the top level deck, relaxing to the sound and sight of the waves breaking. Take a walk down the private boardwalk and...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Coastal Home OBX

Distinctive, Authentic, Affordable Coastal Furniture & Design. Beach Living Furniture Line • Largest In-Stock Furniture Warehouse on the OBX • Professional Design Services. Transform your home—visit our showroom in Kill Devil...

Wink Shores

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Blink and You're ThereBring the fun to Wink Shores! Located only a mile and a half from the Wright Brothers Memorial, this chic oceanfront vacation...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 15