Kill Devil Hills Lessons & Educational Events - 2026 Schedule

Week of August 17, 2026 - August 23, 2026
Wednesday, August 19th
Kill Devil Hills

First proclaimed on August 19, 1939, by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, National Aviation Day is a celebration of Orville Wright’s birth date, and is a fun-filled event at the Wright Brothers National Memorial that visitors of all ages will enjoy.  

Week of December 14, 2026 - December 20, 2026
Thursday, December 17th
Kill Devil Hills

Enjoy an uplifting experience at the exact location where aviation was born at the annual Celebration of the Wright Brothers First Flight at the impossible-to-miss Wright Brothers Memorial in Kill Devil Hills. This day-long celebration honors the birthplace of flight, with a commemoration that coincides with the precise time that the first successful launch took place, and a wealth of activities throughout the day that will delight aviation fans of all ages.

Week of April 26, 2027 - May 2, 2027
Friday, April 30th - Saturday, May 1st
Kill Devil Hills

Automobile enthusiasts can meet and greet with fellow aficionados while exploring some of the most stunning coastlines that North Carolina has to offer at this two-day festival that features a wide array of ways to have fun. The OBX Rod And Custom Festival is a special celebration of vintage and antique cars that will boast a host of family-friendly activities, from local food, to cruise-ins, to displays that will impress car fans of all tastes and ages.

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The Freedom 5k
Jul 3

July 3, 2026

Join us Friday, July 3rd, 2026 for the SUN Realty Freedom 5k/1 Mile - 7:30 AM and Little Sparkler 1/4 Mile Fun Run - 8:10 AM!

Pigman's Bar-B-Que

You haven’t experienced North Carolina until you’ve experienced North Carolina BBQ, and Pigman’s Bar-B-Que offers excellent North Carolina BBQ meals served with southern hospitality. Pigman’s offers traditional eastern...

Old Glory

Located in Duck / 8 Bedrooms / 10 Full Bathrooms / 3 Half BathroomsThis unique four-story home in esteemed Palmers Island offers eight bedrooms, ten full bathrooms and three half baths, including one pool side. With eight furnished decks, you have...

  • Duck
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 10 Bathrooms
TRiO Restaurant & Market

Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...

DUNES CREST

Awesome ocean and sound views. Located in the heart of Duck on a high dune – it is a short walk to the beach, excellent restaurants, shopping and Duck Park. Find a well-appointed kitchen; sheets, towels, and bath mats provided. Well-maintained...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
8/23 - 8/30
$3,604  $4,363
$759 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,579  $3,105
$526 off
10/4 - 10/11
$2,711  $3,105
$394 off
10/11 - 10/18
$2,711  $3,105
$394 off
10/18 - 10/25
$2,212  $2,519
$307 off
10/25 - 11/1
$2,212  $2,519
$307 off
11/1 - 11/8
$2,164  $2,368
$204 off
11/8 - 11/15
$2,164  $2,368
$204 off
11/15 - 11/22
$2,164  $2,368
$204 off
11/22 - 11/29
$2,164  $2,368
$204 off
11/29 - 12/6
$2,164  $2,368
$204 off
12/6 - 12/13
$2,164  $2,368
$204 off
12/13 - 12/20
$2,164  $2,368
$204 off
12/20 - 12/27
$2,164  $2,368
$204 off
12/27 - 1/3
$2,263  $2,368
$105 off
Bodie Island Lighthouse

The Bodie Island Lighthouse, (pronounced "Body") is located just south of the town of Nags Head and Whalebone Junction, where Highway 158, Highway 64, and NC Highway 12 intersect. Visitors travelling towards Hatteras Island can't help but notice the...

SOMERSET

“Somerset,” an exquisite soundfront home, will provide your vacation getaway with beautiful, sweeping views of the Currituck sound and will showcase the beautiful sunsets from the home’s multiple levels of decking and from the large...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
7/26 - 8/2
$3,903  $4,494
$591 off
8/23 - 8/30
$2,733  $3,117
$384 off
8/30 - 9/6
$2,478  $2,726
$248 off
9/6 - 9/13
$2,294  $2,530
$236 off
9/13 - 9/20
$2,031  $2,244
$213 off
9/20 - 9/27
$2,031  $2,244
$213 off
9/27 - 10/4
$1,872  $2,048
$176 off
Corolla Wild Horse Fund

We are The Corolla Wild Horse Fund the non-profit 501 (c) (3) charity responsible for the care and protection of the wild Banker horses roaming the northernmost beaches of the Outer Banks. Join us in the summer season, every Wednesday morning from...

SH-2 | Solitude

The Summer House Cottages are a grouping of four identical homes situated on the shores of the Atlantic and are the perfect destination for your family, both immediate and extended. Located in serene South Nags Head these homes offer Ocean Views...

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...

Southern Cross 420-C

Southern Cross is a beautiful beach home featuring a spacious floor plan with a large open family area. A perfect gathering place for a vacation with family and friends. Enjoy the numerous decks and the screened-in porch or take a short walk to the...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
Bob's Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Welcome to Bob’s Wild Horse Adventure Tours, Corolla’s #1 source for family fun since 1996 and voted Best Wild Horse Tour in the Reader's Choice BEST of OBX contest! We offer guided tours to see the Corolla Wild Horses in several ways...

N-2-WISH'N

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms/ 2 Half BathsPeaceful Semi-Soundfront home located among lob lolly pines within the beautiful Corolla Light Resort and all of its amenities. Stunning sunsets every nighttime. Short walk to trolley...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
The Northern Outer Banks

Discover Historic Corolla Park With its wide open green spaces and scenic views, Historic Corolla Park is the heart of Corolla in Northeastern North Carolina. It's a great place to take in a seasonal event or simply take a walk, and is home to three...

Sea Dunes D1

Security Deposit lowered from $250 to $150 for 2026!Located in Kitty Hawk / 3 Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomsThis Outer Banks vacation townhome "Sea Dunes D1" is located at mile post 4 1/4. The Sea Dunes is just across from 475 ft. of...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms