Surfing For Autism is an Autism Spectrum Disorder awareness event that uses the beauty of the Outer Banks to provide children with an amazing experience and an opportunity to ride the waves.
Spectators and active watersports fans alike are welcome to head out to the beach near Jennette’s Pier to catch a spectacular on-the-water show by some of the best skimboarders on the East Coast.
Known as one of the most highly anticipated surf contests on the Outer Banks as well as the East Coast, the WRV Outer Banks Pro Surf Contest is a thrill for participants and spectators alike, thanks to a stellar location in the town of Nags Head, and a world of talented riders competing for the title of OBX champ.
Get a taste of the exceptional fall fishing on the Outer Banks from a new and on-the-water perspective at this September event that will appeal to experienced anglers and kayaking newcomers alike. The annual Outer Banks Kayak Fishing Tournament shines a spotlight on the sport of kayak fishing through a host of great prizes, exceptional fishing conditions, and plenty of fun enjoying the relaxed atmosphere and cool weather of autumn in the Outer Banks.
October 9, 2025
This year, the Duck Jazz Festival proudly reaches its 16th anniversary, and with it, we unveil our artistic vision:“Duck Grooves: The Sound of Jazz,” is an electrifying celebration of jazz’s dynamic, ever-evolving nature, set against the stunning backdrop of the Currituck Sound. It’s a fusion of past, present, and future, where the timeless traditions of jazz intersect with the vibrancy of new, innovative sounds. Just as the sound of jazz flows and adapts, so too does the landscape of Duck where the rhythm of the music harmonizes with the natural beauty of the water and the surrounding environment.
Now with Axe Throwing! Jumpmasters OBX is the ultimate trampoline park on the Outer Banks with attractions the entire family will enjoy. From open jump trampolines to the dodgeball court, 3-D climbing wall, a foam pit, an epic ninja obstacle course, and more, these fitness activities feature a safe environment for families and groups to make memories while getting their heart rate pumping!
OCEANVIEW Avon - Wahoo Circle - Featured on HGTV’s “Beachfront Bargain Hunt: Renovation®” – What better way to watch seagulls making lazy circles in the sky than from CIRCLE IN THE SAND, where 360-degree vistas are just one special feature of this really unique round home. To be featured on the episode "Weekend Warriors in the Outer Banks" of HGTV’s® “Beachfront Bargain Hunt: Renovations®,” the three-bedroom, two and one-half-bath vacation is ready to welcome guests, especially families that adore to think out of the box. Fresh paint, LVP floor, and refreshed furnishings and bathrooms enhance an ambience that is already open, bright, and inviting. There are three bedrooms: a king, queen, and pyramid bunk with trundle to drift off to sleep after a day of playing in the Atlantic surf, fishing in the sound or exploring Hatteras Island’s countless ways to make lasting memories. A six-person hot tub, located on the first level deck, is ideal for a calming soak; the exceptional tiki bar ideal for mixing up your favorite beverages to toast these treasured moments. Those bringing home their fresh catch for dinner will savor a lighted fish cleaning station and two big outdoor showers and changing area. Begin your day on the home’s wrap-around deck welcoming the sunrise; bid it farewell as it sinks below the sound. It all comes full circle when you book CIRCLE IN THE SAND for your next vacation. In appreciation for their service, active military, law enforcement, first responders, doctors and nurses will appreciate a 10% discount. New for 2024: New floor and shower in first level hall bath. New porch swing. New for 2023: New dishwasher installed.The following items are available at all Surf or Sound Realty properties, even though they are not listed individually: Central Air/Heat, Washer/Dryer, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, TV, Standard Coffee Maker, Toaster, Blender, and Outdoor Grille.
The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, with its black and white candy-cane stripes, is one of the most famous and recognizable lighthouses in the world. Protecting one of the most treacherous stretches of the Outer Banks, with a beam of light that spans 20 miles into the ocean, the lighthouse is also the world's tallest brick lighthouse at a staggering 208' ft. tall.
Discover the perfect blend of classic charm and modern amenities at "Dollar Short," a semi-oceanfront abode designed to delight every guest. This cozy, inviting 4-bedroom home boasts a private pool (12x28) and hot tub, offering an idyllic setting for sunny Outer Banks afternoons. Outdoor entertainment abounds, while inside, you'll find a host of features to keep the fun going. The lower-level recreation room, complete with a TV and pool table, is perfect for family game nights. Upstairs, a screened-in deck off the dining room provides an ideal space to savor evening meals or relax with the ocean breeze. With two master suites, this home ensures comfort and privacy for everyone. Its prime location is just steps from the beach access, making it effortless to enjoy the sand and surf. Whether you're soaking up the sun, sharing meals, or exploring nearby attractions, "Dollar Short" promises to create cherished memories for years to come. Pro tip: Consider renting alongside neighboring property K1469, "Day Late," for an unforgettable group getaway! Lower Level: Rec Room w/Pool Table. Garage w/Washer and Dryer and Refrigerator. Full Bath. Door to Pool Area. Mid-Level: Master Bedroom w/Queen, Bedroom w/King, Bedroom w/Pyramid Bunk and Bunk Set. Full Hall Bath. Upper Level: Kitchen, Dining, Living Room, Screened Porch. Half Bath. Master Bedroom w/Queen. Deck w/Crow's Nest. 2025 Pool Dates: 5/17 - 9/27
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 North Carolina style BBQ, a vinegar-based variety smoked on site. All bar-b-que is cooked slowly with hand-crafted sauces to perfection. Pigman’s offers a tomato or “ketchup-based” BBQ option as well. Choose from Pork BBQ, Beef BBQ, Turkey-Que and Tuna-Que all perfected with incredible sauces. It’s hard to choose among the many sauces and options. Aside from the regular sauce, there’s Hot Sauce, Grilln’ Sauce, Rib Roarin’ Sauce, Rub-a-Dub Rib Rub options. And if you really love a sauce, Pigmans will share their sauce recipes with you!
Enjoy your stay in Hatteras Village when you choose Sandalwood Sunrise at the Durant Station Condominiums as your starting point. This cozy and clean two-bedroom condo sits oceanfront on the second level of the Durant complex. Located just off the elevator, Sandalwood Sunrise is a convenient choice for those looking for easy access to and from the beach and beyond. Enter the condo to find the first bedroom to the left featuring two twin beds, a flatscreen TV, and bath access with a tub shower. A second door to the bath leads to the hall servicing the main living area as well. Across the hall is a king primary room with rich furnishings, a large flatscreen TV with DirecTV, and a dual vanity primary bath with a shower/tub condo. Ceiling fans throughout keep the air flowing through this breezy space. Walk down the hall to the main living area, consisting of the kitchen and oceanfront seating area, with a screen door that leads to your own private balcony. The seating area is equipped with a couch and a loveseat, a flatscreen TV with DirecTV, a DVD player, and a Vizio soundbar for enhanced audio performance. The kitchen is fresh and bright with four seats at the breakfast bar, plus updated cabinets as well as tile floors throughout the common spaces. On the oceanfront deck, guests can enjoy lunch and a view at the Adirondack style bistro table with four chairs. Sandalwood Sunrise is an excellent example of the kind of comfort and convenience that Durant Station Condominiums offer. WHAT’S NEARBYAttractionDistance From HomeHatteras Island Ocean Center0.5 MilesSand Bay Day Use Area1.2 MilesGraveyard of the Atlantic Museum2.0 MilesFrisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center3.3 MilesBeach Access Ramp 4312.4 MilesPea Island Art Gallery29.1 MilesTHINGS TO KNOWThis home has access to a community pool, the community pools in our area are typically open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Community pools are operated at the discretion of the community HOA so the availability schedule may be subject to change without notice.This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina, LLC.No pets are allowed at this vacation rental.Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.
Outer Banks Mall is a large outdoor shopping center featuring everything you need for sun, fun and shopping. Located at MP 14 in Nags Head, the large shopping center features a wide variety of food & beverage providers; everything from breakfast to evening meals are available, and a wide range of retail providers as well as health and beauty services. Beachwear to boats, nutrition to nails and everything in between!
OCEANFRONT Avon – Ocean Isle Loop – Pura Vida! ... in Costa Rica, it’s a phrase that means “pure life” and is extended as a welcoming greeting to express optimism and joy. With its handsome view of the Atlantic Ocean, PURA VIDA shares the notion that all is well and life is good. There are plenty of reasons this 6,136 sq. ft., eight-bedroom/seven-full and three-half-bath home will have you at hello. The adjacent beach may immediately beckon, but so will the pool and hot tub that occupies a prime oceanfront space. Sink into a poolside chair with a good book or practice your short game on the putting green. Quench your thirst with a cold drink from the tiki bar; cool and rinse off with the convenience of two outdoor showers. Just inside, a game room offers a kitchenette with a full refrigerator and microwave, a pool table, enormous Intelligent TV and a half-bath. There are two bedrooms on this level that share a full bath, each featuring a pyramid bunk with trundle and Intelligent TVs — ideal for the kids. You will also find laundry facilities on the ground level and an elevator to move between all four floors with ease. Four more bedrooms occupy the second level, all with ensuite baths, Intelligent TVs and private deck access to savor either sunrise or sunset vistas. Three of these bedrooms are king masters and one provides two single beds. This level also features a home office that accepts you to work or read in a peaceful space with an inspired view from an oceanfront deck. Between the second and third level is another half-bath. On level three you will discover the last two bedrooms, both king masters offering extravagant baths with double showers, two sinks and a hottub; Intelligent TVs and private deck access with oceanfront vistas. An elegantly appointed media room provides a sizable Intelligent TV and comfortable seating to settle in with your favorite games and shows. The fourth and final level is where PURA VIDA really embraces the simple enjoyment of bringing family, friends and food together. From the airy top floor great room, sweeping vistas of the horizon remind you how limitless these moments can be. Cooking for a crowd is simple in the chef’s kitchen, where dual ovens and ranges, two dishwashers, microwaves, fridges and an ice maker make planning and creating your family’s meals a delight. There’s a granite counter that seats five and a 12-person dining table with full view of the dunes and ocean beyond. Settle into the great room’s ample seating where a huge Intelligent TV will grab your attention unless the vistas from the furnished oceanfront deck lure you first and remind you that it’s the simple things — pura vida — that matter most. What matters now, is that you book PURA VIDA today. New for 2024: New carpet throughout. New area rugs in both the great room and sitting room. New barstools at the breakfast bar. New home décor. New washer and dryer.The following items are available at all Surf or Sound Realty properties, even though they are not listed individually: Central Air/Heat, Washer/Dryer, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, TV, Standard Coffee Maker, Toaster, Blender, and Outdoor Grille.
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 choose from, so get out that pen and start crossing things off your OBX bucket list today! Visit KittyHawk.com or call 1.877.FLY.THIS to book your Kitty Hawk Kites adventure today.
OCEANVIEW Rodanthe - Sea Oats Dr. Time really does come to a standstill when you cross the bridge or ferry onto Hatteras Island. Slow down and relax, you're at BRIGHTWATERS, just 4 tons from the ocean. Brightly colored walls, blonde-wood wainscoting and trim, roomy rooms, and tons of windows keep the mood light, bright and casual. A covered, weather-proof entry leads to 2 downstairs bedrooms that share a bath. On the second floor is a master bedroom with its own bath. This bedroom opens onto a deck with a view of the ocean. Two bedrooms on the second floor share a bath; one of them opens onto the deck with ocean vistas. Upstairs is an open living and kitchen area with a deck and ocean view. It's an painless walk to the famed Rodanthe surf breaks, convenience stores and tackle stores, and the Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station. The following items are available at all Surf or Sound Realty properties, even though they are not listed individually: Central Air/Heat, Washer/Dryer, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, TV, Standard Coffee Maker, Toaster, Blender, and Outdoor Grille.
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 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at our farm, in Grandy, on the mainland. Please check our website for current Mustang Mornings dates and details. Meet the rescued Banker horses currently in our care on a self-guided walking tour where you can spend time with our staff. Attend a free movie screening of The Secret of Corolla, a 32-minute documentary on the Banker mustangs and the culture and lifestyle of the island. Engage with CWHF’s Director of Herd Management in a Q&A directly after the screening. This is a meaningful way for us to engage with our members and supporters while educating the public on the history and future of the Bankers.
Enjoy Spectacular Sunset Views Over The Currituck Sound It's the little waterfront home you've always wanted! Come and indulge yourself with this Soundfront duplex with a gazebo right on the shore that will let you watch the sunrise or play in the water right from your backyard! Wake up each morning and watch the marsh birds such as egrets and herons, and drift off to sleep each night after enjoying the sunset over the Sound. This home is a water enthusiast's dream come true. The private dock and gazebo let you launch a kayak, paddleboard, or inflatable raft, or you can swim right off the dock. The sportsman in you doesn't have to be left out either. The dock is perfect for crabbing or fishing. But there's more to this house than just the water access. Modern flooring, cabinets, and countertops make Emerald Duck easy to live in. The queen master bedroom upstairs has great views and the dining area will seat 6 with 4 at the table and 2 at the bar. Experience the comforting embrace of the Emerald Duck, a haven where rustic charm seamlessly merges with modern comforts. Nestled amidst nature, its spacious living area, adorned with plush seating and ambient lighting, offers an idyllic space to unwind and relish scenic views through expansive windows. The large glass doors lead to a serene balcony, inviting you to bask in the tranquil surroundings with your morning coffee or evening wine. Complete with a well-appointed entertainment setup, the Emerald Duck promises both relaxation and recreation, crafting a perfect backdrop for memorable vacation moments. Step into the heart of the Emerald Duck and discover a kitchen designed for culinary enthusiasts and family gatherings alike. Warm wooden cabinetry elegantly complements modern stainless-steel appliances, ensuring both aesthetics and functionality are paramount. With a spacious fridge to stock your vacation treats, a state-of-the-art stove for those cozy dinners, and a sunlit ambiance to elevate every mealtime, this kitchen transforms cooking into an experience. Let the Emerald Duck be the backdrop for your gastronomic adventures and cherished memories shared over good food. Duck is only a few miles away, an easy bike ride and an even shorter drive. You can browse all the boutique shops, restaurants, and of course, the famed Duck Donuts. DETAILS Beds: *2 Queens*Queen Sleep Sofa* Ground Level: *Carport*Picnic Table*Outside Shower* Mid-Level: * Full Hall Bath*Great Room*Dining Area*Kitchen*Queen Bedroom* Top Level: *Full Hall Bath*Queen Bedroom* Save room in your car- and time while on vacation with the convenience of adding a linen package to your stay. A full linen package is available for $117 or visithttps://www.atlanticrealty-nc.com/area-info/linens for a la carte options. Distance To Beach: Carrol Drive Families needing more room can rent Unit #130 Keeper's Loft next door. A limited number of Early Check Ins (1pm) are available for a fee of $200 (plus tax). Don't wait, add Early Check In to your stay today. Early Check In requests must be added to your reservation no later than 14 days prior to check-in. Take Advantage Of Our Fun N Sun Pass Activities Free With Every Stay!
Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit organization, conduct their research and hear about some of the discoveries from more than a decade of studies and monitoring. Some of the hundreds of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in the area show up so frequently they’ve even been given names, like “Rake,” “Scarlet,” and “Onion.”
Renovations Completed in 2024: New flooring throughout All new kitchen cabinets, countertops and appliances with beautiful tile backsplash New stackable washer and dryer and separate refrigerator in the laundry room for drinks, etc. New sliding glass doors with internal blinds throughout New ceiling fans throughout All new bathroom fixtures to include tub with tile surrounds New lighting throughout and in main living area, kitchen, and dining area Newly painted throughout with updated modern trim New living room furniture to include media center, couch, loveseat and chair New in late 2023 All new mattress throughout Every family needs to experience a stay at the Prissy Gale! A classic 4 bedroom beach cottage in quiet South Nags Head, you will enjoy being located just a short distance to a direct beach access. Prissy Gale extends TWO fishing passes to the nearby Outer Banks Fishing Pier. On the pier, you will also find Fish Heads Bar and Grill, serving up delicious adult libations and food. The owner has provided a rolling outdoor beverage cooler as well to use while at the home instead of having to go back and forth between the kitchen! Located in South Nags Head at mile post 17.5, this home is convenient to attractions such as the Outer Banks Pier, Jennette's Pier, Bodie Island Lighthouse, Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center. Many local Outer Banks shops and restaurants are just a short drive away. Consider spending a day at nearby Roanoke Island where you can visit the North Carolina Aquarium, Elizabethan Gardens, Roanoke Festival Park, and catch a showing of The Lost Colony! Ground Level: Parking, Enclosed Outdoor Shower w/Dressing Area, Covered Sitting Area, Fish Cleaning Table w/Water, Full Washer and Dryer. Main Level: Living Room w/ 65" Flat Screen TV and YouTube streaming, Access to Sun Deck, Kitchen w/4 Bar Stools, Dining Area w/Table seats 6, Queen Bedroom, Shared Bath, Bedroom w/2 Twins, Queen Bedroom, Shared Bath, Bedroom w/2 Twins. Bedrooms all have Roku Smart TV's.