| Painting Canvas-Backed Decoys |
| 10/5/2018 - 10/26/2018 |
| Fri. 12-4pm. Watch local expert Sam Green demonstrate how he paints the canvas on traditional duck decoys. Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, Hatteras. 252-986-2995
http://graveyardoftheatlantic.com/ |
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| Stained Glass Art Exhibit |
| 10/5/2018 - 10/31/2018 |
| Check out the stained glass works of local artists, displaying their creations together. Free admission. Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm. & Sat. 10am-4pm. Dare County Arts Council, Manteo. 252-473-5558
www.DareArts.org |
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| Island Farm Pumpkin Patch |
| 10/6/2018 - 10/27/2018 |
| A day of 19th-century frolics featuring fall-themed fun, like scarecrow-stuffing and corn-husk doll crafting. Hitch a ride on a wagon to the pumpkin patch, and select your favorite one! Admission $8. Ages 5 and under free. 10am-4pm. Island Farm, Manteo. 252-473-6500
www.theislandfarm.com |
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| Blackbeard's Pirate Jamboree |
| 10/25/2018 - 10/28/2018 |
| A weekend of yo-ho-ho history, full of pirate-themed adventures including a reenactment of Blackbeard's famous cannon battle. Silver Lake Harbor, Ocracoke. 252-928-6711
www.ocracokevillage.com |
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| Halloween Film Festival |
| 10/25/2018 - 10/27/2018 |
| This third annual event presents independent films from around the world, with a chance to meet and greet some filmakers and cast. 1pm. RC Theatres, Kill Devil Hills.
www.halloweeninternationalfilmfestival.com |
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| Harvest Hayday |
| 10/27/2018 |
| A festive fall tradition bringing autumn amusements such as hayrides, scarecrow stuffing, an apple roll race, hay bale maze, bonfire, a fall pi¤ata, cornhole toss and more! Activities are included with Gardens admission ticket. Elizabethan Gardens, Manteo. 252-473-3234
www.elizabethangardens.org |
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| Outer Banks Brewtäg |
| 10/27/2018 |
| Food, fun and games for the whole family at this annual event, highlighted by a hilarious barrel launching competition ($50 to compete). 12-6pm. Soundside Event Site, Nags Head. 252-441-1719
www.obxbrewtag.com |
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| Roanoke Island Maritime Museum Wooden Boat Show |
| 10/27/2018 |
| An exciting exhibit for the whole family to view for free, or enter for $30. Open to all wooden boats in specified divisions, competing for top prizes in their class. 9am-5pm. Roanoke Island Maritime Museum, Manteo. 252-473-2133
www.townofmanteo.com |
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| The Bayou Ball |
| 10/27/2018 |
| The biggest local art celebration of the year, this annual fundraiser celebrates Cajun culture with vibrant d‚cor, music, food and art for a lively evening of entertainment. Pirate's Cove, Manteo. 252-473-5558
www.darearts.org |
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| Evening Lantern Tours: Draped in Black; Victorian Death Rituals |
| 11/2/2018 - 11/10/2018 |
| A lantern-lit tour to visit a grieving widow in the 19th-century. Visitors will witness this time period's peculiar customs for grieving the deceased. Tickets $10. Ages 5 and under free. Fri. & Sat. 7-9:30pm. Island Farm, Manteo. 252-473-6500
www.theislandfarm.com |
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| First Friday |
| 11/2/2018 |
| 6-8pm. Hosted by the merchants of downtown Manteo. An evening of music, shopping and more. Downtown Waterfront, Manteo. 252-473-2133
www.townofmanteo.com |
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| Painting Canvas-Backed Decoys |
| 11/2/2018 - 11/16/2018 |
| On Fridays from noon 'til 4pm, watch local expert Sam Green demonstrate how he paints the canvas on traditional duck decoys. Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, Hatteras. 252-986-2995
www.graveyardoftheatlantic.com |
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| People's Choice Art Exhibit: Daniel Pullen Photography |
| On-Going Event: 11/2/2018 - 11/30/2018 |
| This award-winning, local photographer was nominated by the community to present a selection of his works. Free admission. Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm. & Sat. 10am-4pm. Dare County Arts Council, Manteo. 252-473-5558
www.darearts.org |
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| Collision of Rhythm - Outer Banks Forum For The Lively Arts 2018-2019 Performing Arts Series |
| 11/3/2018 |
Delight with the “most mind-blowing act of the new millennium”- Collision of Rhythm. Bronka and Aaron are multiple world-record holders who have worked with companies like Coca-Cola and Google and have been featured on TV programs such as The Tonight Show. It’s not just a performance, it’s an inspirational experience full of music, laughter and excitement!
Tickets $28 adults, $15 students under 17. All events at First Flight High School at 7:30pm. Full calendar, details, and tickets at www.outerbanksforum.org Purchase tickets at www.outerbanksforum.tix.com. First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills 252-256-9361
www.outerbanksforum.org |
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| 9th Annual Outer Banks Shrimp Cookoff |
| 11/4/2018 |
| An appetizing competition among local restaurants, whipping up their best shrimp platters to try for Top Choice prizes. This benefit for the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research includes drink specials, a raffle and lots of door prizes.12-3pm. Ocean Boulevard Restaurant, Kitty Hawk. 252-261-2546
www.obshrimp.com |
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| Festival Latino de Ocracoke |
| 11/10/2018 |
| Presenting traditional music, food, art and other traditions of Hispanic heritage in a celebration of unity and diversity. Various locations, Ocracoke. 252-921-0260
www.ocracokealive.org |
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| Red Wolf Howling |
| 11/10/2018 |
| Listen for the remarkable sounds of captive red wolves, and learn about this endangered species during a jouney to the heart of the refuge. Free. 6-7:30pm. Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, Dare County Mainland. 252-216-9424
www.fws.gov/alligatorriver |
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| TowneBank Outer Banks Marathon and Southern Fried Half Marathon |
| 11/10/2018 - 11/11/2018 |
| A variety of races for all levels, including a kids' Fun Run, 5k, 8k and Half-marathon. All finishers receive medals, and there's a poppin' post-race party at the finish. Kitty Hawk to Manteo. 252-255-6273
www.outerbanksmarathon.com |
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| The Tipsy Turkey Beer Mile |
| 11/21/2018 |
| A 1-mile run divided by 1/4 miles, with beer in-between and a holiday costume contest. Bar opens at 10am, race starts at 11am. Ages 21 and over. Outer Banks Brewing Station, Kill Devil Hills. 242-489-8239
www.theobxrunningcompany.com |
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| Garden to Hearth; Heritage Cooking and Food Preservation |
| 11/23/2018 - 11/24/2018 |
| Experience fall traditions from the 19th century, as costumed interpreters on a live farm present foods and customs of old. Activities include ox-wagon rides, candle-making, and hearth cooking. Admission $8. Children 5 and under, free. 10am-4pm. Island Farm, Manteo. 252-473-6500
www.theislandfarm.com |
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| Grand Illuminations: Opening Celebration of WinterLights |
| 11/23/2018 |
| Be among the first to admire the spectacular sights and sounds of the annual WinterLights. Traditional refreshments are served beside crackling fire pits, or inside the festively bedecked hall. Adults $15, Youth $10, Children (5 and under) $7. 6-9pm. Elizabethan Gardens, Roanoke Island. 252-473-3234
www.elizabethangardens.org |
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| Hanging With Santa |
| 11/23/2018 - 11/24/2018 |
| Try out some of the North Pole's newest toys, while mingling with elves after capturing a photo with Santa. Fri. 10am-2pm & Sat. 1-4pm. Free. Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head. 252-449-2210
www.kittyhawk.com |
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| Kites With Lights |
| 11/24/2018 |
| Get into the holiday spirit with a free illuminated kite show on the dunes, along with the lighting of the Jockey's Ridge Tree. Sat. 4-7pm. Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head. 252-449-2210
www.kittyhawk.com |
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| Ocracoke Parade of Boats |
| 11/24/2018 |
| Watch local ships of all sizes gleaming in this festival annual procession along picturesque Silver Lake. Silver Lake, Ocracoke. 252-921-0260
www.ocracokevillage.com |
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| The Big Curri-shuck |
| 11/24/2018 |
| An afternoon of live music, premier Currituck wines, and all-you-can-eat steamed oysters, crab and BBQ (while supplies last). Sat. 12-5pm. Sanctuary Vineyards, Jarvisburg. 252-491-2387
www.sanctuaryvineyards.com/events |
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| WinterLights |
| 11/24/2018 - 11/30/2018 |
| Be dazzled by the illuminated display along the elegant grounds of these celebrated garden paths. Open Tues.-Sat. 6-9pm (Closed on Dec. 24, 25 & 31). Elizabethan Gardens, Roanoke Island. 252-473-3234
www.elizabethangardens.org |
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| Advice 5K Turkey Trot |
| 11/29/2018 |
| Gather before you gobble on Thanksgiving -- this annual fundraising race starts at 9am and ends with a party. Scarborough Lane, Duck. 252-255-1050
http://www.advice5kturkeytrot.com |
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| Duck Yuletide Celebration & Elf Hunt |
| 12/1/2018 |
| Get your Elf Hunt passport stamped at participating shops. Then indulge in cocoa and live music at the lighting of Duck's crab pot tree from 3-5pm. Duck Town Park, Duck. 252-255-1286
www.townofduck.com |
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| Historic Home Tour, presented by the Ocracoke Preservation Society |
| 12/1/2018 |
| Annual tradition showcasing some of the finely preserved homes in Ocracoke's historic district, all decked out for the holidays. Historic District, Ocracoke. 252-928-6711
www.ocracokevillage.com |
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| Manteo Christmas Parade |
| 12/1/2018 |
| Annual procession through Manteo, featuring community organizations, including school bands, classic car collectors, dancers, charities and more. Downtown Waterfront, Manteo. 252-473-2133
www.townofmanteo.com |
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| WinterLights |
| On-Going Event: 12/1/2018 - 12/29/2018 |
| Be dazzled by the illuminated display along the elegant grounds of these celebrated garden paths. Open Tues.-Sat. 6-9pm (Closed on Dec. 24, 25, and 31). Elizabethan Gardens, Roanoke Island. 252-473-3234
www.elizabethangardens.org |
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| First Friday |
| 12/7/2018 |
| 6-8pm. Hosted by the merchants of downtown Manteo. An evening of music, shopping and more. Downtown Waterfront, Manteo. 252-473-2133
www.townofmanteo.com |
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| Holiday Small Works Show |
| 12/7/2018 - 12/31/2018 |
| Find a one-of-a-kind gift among the variety of artwork, including glass, pottery, photography, jewelry and more. Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm & Sat. 10am-4pm. Dare County Arts Council, Manteo. 252-473-5558
www.DareArts.org |
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| Manteo Tree Lighting |
| 12/7/2018 |
| A community tradition of gathering in front of the old courthouse for carols and cocoa, as the town Christmas tree is officially lit for the holiday season. 6pm. Downtown Waterfront, Manteo. 252-473-2133
www.townofmanteo.com |
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| Wings Over Water Encore |
| 12/7/2018 - 12/9/2018 |
| A winter weekend of birdwatching trips to several local National Wildlife Refuges. Various locations. 252-216-9464
www.wingsoverwater.org |
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| 8th Annual Holiday at the Museum |
| 12/8/2018 |
| A day of Christmas cheer, including family games, crafts, letters to Santa and other activities like shopping for handmade holiday d‚cor. Free. Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, Hatteras. 252-986-2995
www.graveyardoftheatlantic.com |
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| Hatteras Island Christmas Parade |
| 12/8/2018 |
| Crowds line Highway 12 to catch a peek (and some candy), as a procession of community members march through town, followed by St. Nicholas as a finale. 2pm. Hatteras Village, Hatteras.
www.islandfreepress.com |
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| Red Wolf Howling |
| 12/15/2018 |
| Listen for the remarkable sounds of captive red wolves, and learn about this endangered species during a jouney to the heart of the refuge. 4:30-6pm. Free. Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, Dare County Mainland. 252-216-9424
www.fws.gov/alligatorriver |
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| 115th Anniversary of Powered Flight |
| 12/16/2018 - 12/17/2018 |
| This program pays tribute to the celebrated accomplishments of the Wright Brothers, with two days of scheduled presentations, music, activities and more! On the 17th, admission is free. Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills. 252-441-1903
www.firstflight.org |
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| Dinner With Santa |
| 12/16/2018 |
| Mingle with St. Nicholas himself as your family enjoys a winter meal from 6-9pm, after taking in the sights of the Gardens' WinterLights presentation. Adults $40, Youth $25, $10 Children 5 and under. Elizabethan Gardens, Roanoke Island. 252-473-3234
www.elizabethangardens.org |
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| Working Watermen Oyster Roast & Shrimp Boil |
| 12/29/2018 |
| Gather with the crowd in the fresh, winter air to devour all the shrimp, oysters and fish stew you can enjoy. Community Square, Ocracoke. 252-928-6711
www.ocracokevillage.com |
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| Molly Tuttle - Outer Banks Forum For The Lively Arts 2018-2019 Performing Arts Series |
| 1/26/2019 |
Discover why audiences are enthralled by Molly Tuttle, a virtuosa multi-instrumentalist and award-winning songwriter with a distinctive voice. Performing since she was 11, in 2017 she received three nominations by the International Bluegrass Music Association and won Guitar Player of the Year and signed with Compass Records. Come hear this rising star perform!
Tickets $28 adults, $15 students under 17. All events at First Flight High School at 7:30pm. Full calendar, details, and tickets at www.outerbanksforum.org Purchase tickets at www.outerbanksforum.tix.com. First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills 252-256-9361
www.outerbanksforum.org |
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| M5 Mexican Brass - Outer Banks Forum For The Lively Arts 2018-2019 Performing Arts Series |
| 3/2/2019 |
Be mesmerized by Latin America’s most successful Brass Quintet, M5 Mexican Brass, which has earned wide international recognition. Combining their skills at virtuosic chamber music in all styles, non-stop interaction with the audience, inborn showmanship, matchless Latin American charm, and their own sound, M5 concerts are unique musical–theatre concert experiences.
Tickets $28 adults, $15 students under 17. All events at First Flight High School at 7:30pm. Full calendar, details, and tickets at www.outerbanksforum.org Purchase tickets at www.outerbanksforum.tix.com. First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills 252-256-9361
www.outerbanksforum.org |
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| cordis - Outer Banks Forum For The Lively Arts 2018-2019 Performing Arts Series |
| 4/6/2019 |
Savor the sounds of this contemporary chamber music quartet in an intimate performance that unveils as one of the most fascinating sound palettes in the world. From a Victorian-era underwood typewriter solo to eerie melodies whistled by Australian howling tubes, to the group’s signature Hungarian cimbalom, living room cordis creates an unforgettable experience that resonates with concertgoers long after the final bow.
Tickets $28 adults, $15 students under 17. All events at First Flight High School at 7:30pm. Full calendar, details, and tickets at www.outerbanksforum.org Purchase tickets at www.outerbanksforum.tix.com. First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills 252-256-9361
www.outerbanksforum.org |
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| The Virginia Symphony - Outer Banks Forum For The Lively Arts 2018-2019 Performing Arts Series |
| 5/9/2019 |
Listen to the spectacular music of The Virginia Symphony, conducted by a nationally acclaimed conductor. Recognized as one of the nation’s leading regional symphony orchestras, this exceptional program will highlight classical music.
Tickets $28 adults, $15 students under 17. All events at First Flight High School at 7:30pm. Full calendar, details, and tickets at www.outerbanksforum.org. Purchase tickets at www.outerbanksforum.tix.com. First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills 252-256-9361
www.outerbanksforum.org |
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