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Outer Banks Calendar of Events
Discover Outer Banks year round.
CURRENT OUTER BANKS EVENTS: SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER
September 1
Mad Jack Adult Comedy and Magic
Nags Head. Hilarious comedy, amazing magic and bizarre side-show stunts you will never forget all performed live on stage at Kellys Restarant & Tavern! This show is a riot, but contains adult language and subject matter. 9:30 pm. (252) 489-9219. Event URL: obxtrememagic.com. Tickets $19.95
September 2
OBXtreme Magic
Hilton Garden Inn, Kitty Hawk. 7 pm Starring World-Renowned Illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy. Incredible Illusions, Mind-Bending Magic and Comedy Audience Participation Live on Stage! Hilton Garden Inn, Milepost 1 on the Beach Road. (252) 489-9219. Event URL: obxtrememagic.com. Tickets $19.95 Adults, $17.95 Seniors, $7 Children.
September 2
Mad Jack Adult Comedy and Magic
Kitty Hawk. Hilarious comedy, amazing magic and bizarre side-show stunts you will never forget all performed live on stage at the Hilton Garden Inn! This show is a riot, but contains adult language and subject matter. 9:30 pm. (252) 489-9219. Event URL: obxtrememagic.com. Tickets $19.95
September 3 - 5
Hatteras Village Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament
(252) 986-2579 or hatterasonmymind.com
September 3
OBXtreme Magic
Hilton Garden Inn, Kitty Hawk. Choose from two shows at 4 & 7 pm Starring World-Renowned Illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy. Incredible Illusions, Mind-Bending Magic and Comedy Audience Participation Live on Stage! Hilton Garden Inn, Milepost 1 on the Beach Road. (252) 489-9219. Event URL: obxtrememagic.com. Tickets $19.95 Adults, $17.95 Seniors, $7 Children.
September 3
Thirsty Thursdays
Free fountain soft drink with the purchase of a 3-game laser tag admission. For more information about Gearworks Laser Tag & Fun Center visit obxgearworks.com.
September 4
Beach Food Pantry
Clean out your pantry before you head home. Donate a non-perishable food item for the Beach Food Pantry and purchase 3 laser tag games for the price of 2. For more information about Gearworks Laser Tag & Fun Center visit obxgearworks.com.
September 4
The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
September 4
First Friday
Downtown Manteo Waterfront. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. First Friday is a fun-filled, family oriented street festival held the first friday of each month. firstfriday-roanokeisland.com
September 4
Bark 2 School
5-7 p.m. Fall back into a more regular routine with this party! Costume contest with prizes, dog games & refreshments for dogs & their people. (252) 473-2094 or obxpuparazzi.com
September 4
Full Moon Madness...Tag Till You Drag
(8pm-11pm) Every full moon Gearworks goes crazy and opens up the arena for a great All You Can Play session. $18...3 games guaranteed. 4-5 games are typical in a 3 hour session. Space is limited. Reservations encouraged 252-480-8512. More info at obxgearworks.com.
September 4 - 30
Drawing Invitational
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. Artists will showcase charcoal, pastel, pencil and ink works as well as offer a rare and intimate glimpse into their sketch books. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com
September 5
REAL Labor Day Weekend Demo Daze and Party Nights
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with Sessions on all the NEW 2009 Kite, Surf and Standup gear at the REAL Flagship Store in Waves, NC. We will walk you through everything available in our 2009 RENTAL Fleet then test the gear for FREE. “Party Nights” showcases tons of free prizes, music, and a killer party on the back deck at REAL with food and drinks from Mojos Sunset Café. We gave away over $10,000 in FREE prizes last year, but you have to be in Cape Hatteras to win, so don’t miss this event!! For more information: (252)987-6000 or REAL Events. Don’t Kite Surf or Standup? Take your first sessions with REAL!
Kiteboarding Lessons | Surfing Lessons | Standup Paddleboard Lessons
September 5
Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
7:30 pm at Outer Banks Music Showcase, Milepost 4.5, Kitty Hawk. Featuring World-renowned Illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy. View clips at www.obxtrememagic.com Tickets $19.95 Adults, $18.95 Seniors, $7 Children. (252) 261-7505. Event URL: outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
September 6
Beach'n Blues Festival
Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Bringing the best of a variety of styles of Blues music and artists that sends the soulful sounds through your tapping toes. Check website participating artists. Bring your blankets, chairs and dancing shoes. Food and beverages, including beer and wine are available. Tickets can be Purchased for $20 in Advance or for $25 at the Gate on the Day of the Event. Children 12 and under are FREE! Tickets available at all Outer Banks Brew-Thru Locations. beachnblues.com
September 9
Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
Featuring World-renowned Illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy! 7:30pm at the Outer Banks Music Showcase - milepost 4.5 on the bypass, Kittyhawk. Tickets $19.95 (adults) $18.95 (seniors) $7.00 (children). Call (252) 261-7505 or visit www.outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
September 11
The Elvis Tribute Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
September 12
Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
Featuring World-renowned Illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy! 7:30pm at the Outer Banks Music Showcase - milepost 4.5 on the bypass, Kittyhawk. Tickets $19.95 (adults) $18.95 (seniors) $7.00 (children). Call (252) 261-7505 or visit www.outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
September 14 - 20
Blackbeard’s Pirate Festival
Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head. Pirate history, storytelling, reenactments, and shows. Enjoy everything Pirate-style. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com
September 16
Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
Featuring World-renowned Illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy! 7:30pm at the Outer Banks Music Showcase - milepost 4.5 on the bypass, Kittyhawk. Tickets $19.95 (adults) $18.95 (seniors) $7.00 (children). Call (252) 261-7505 or visit www.outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
September 18 - 20
The OBX Pro 2009
THE OUTER BANKS PRO 2009 IS ON! This years event will be a NON-sanctioned Pro Event with a $10,000-$15,000 cash purse. The Event will host 96 of the coasts finest surfers. The OBX Pro 2009 is set to run Sept. 18-20 at Comfort Inn South, Nags Head (just south of Janettes Pier). Registration and more info can be found at WAVERIDINGVEHICLES.COM
This yearís event will also play host to the BATTLE OF THE BANKS qualifier. Let me fill you in for those of you who missed out last year. The BATTLE OF THE BANKS saw epic 6-8 plus death pits in its inaugural year. Twelve invitees from Virginia Beach battled it out with 12 Outer Banks invitees in what many called the best East Coast surf contest EVER!!. Team VB was victorious over the home-court OBX Team in what many considered an upset.
This years BATTLE OF THE BANKS will see the invitees list remain at 24 of the areas finest athletes (12 VB and 12 OBX), and with the overall field expanding to 40 total surfers. Eight lucky surfers from Virginia Beach, and eight shredders from the Outer Banks will have the opportunity to qualify for the BATTLE OF THE BANKS by simply out placing rival area surfers in this years OBX Pro, excluding the already inviteed surfers. The BATTLE OF THE BANKS 2009 is slated to go for Mid-October, somewhere on the Island. Stay tuned for Invitees List and more info. Visit WAVERIDINGVEHICLES.COM for updates.
September 19
Day at the Docks - A Celebration of Hatteras Island Watermen
Hatteras Village. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The commercial and charter fishing fleets will display their boats, skills, products and gear in a variety of competitions and demonstrations. Maritime-inspired games for children and fresh, local seafood will be featured in a chowder cook-off and cooking demos. Traditional wooden boats, will be on site. Musical entertainment throughout the day. Blessing of the Fleet begins at 5:30 p.m. dayatthedocks.org
September 25-27
Hobie Wave Atlantic Coast Championships
Nor'Banks Sailing Center in Duck. This 3 day regatta is a part of the Hobie Wave National Series and brings some of the best Hobie Wave Sailors in the US to the Outer Banks. This close racing makes for some great watching from both boats and the shore. For more information on registration, watching, charter boats etc call Jon Britt at 252-202-6880 or check out norbanks.com
September 27
Laura Martier Trio
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 4 p.m. Featuring John Toomey on piano. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com
October 2 - 4
2nd Annual Outer Banks Fall Bike Weekend
It's a Roar to the Shore for historical, cultural, and scenic touring on two wheels. harleybay.com
October 2
First Friday
Downtown Manteo Waterfront. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. First Friday is a fun-filled, family oriented street festival held the first friday of each month. firstfriday-roanokeisland.com
October 2
The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
October 3
Porkstock Music Festival
Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event is sponsored by Pigman’s Barbecue and is a benefit for the Dare County Dolly Parton Imagination Library. (888) 899-4653.
October 3
Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
Featuring World-renowned Illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy! 7:30pm at the Outer Banks Music Showcase - milepost 4.5 on the bypass, Kittyhawk. Tickets $19.95 (adults) $18.95 (seniors) $7.00 (children). Call (252) 261-7505 or visit www.outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
October 3
Full Moon Madness...Tag Till You Drag
(8pm-11pm) Every full moon Gearworks goes crazy and opens up the arena for a great All You Can Play session. $18...3 games guaranteed. 4-5 games are typical in a 3 hour session. Space is limited. Reservations encouraged 252-480-8512. More info at obxgearworks.com.
October 3 - 4
20th Annual Artrageous Art Extravaganza and Live Auction
Dare County Family Recreational Park, Kill Devil Hills. Featuring live demonstrations, kids hands-on activity booths, professional artist show and sell, artist quick draws, music, children's auction, delicious food and fun for the whole family. Proceeds benefit Dare County Arts Council. (252) 473-5558 or darearts.org
October 5 - 28
Fishes Three
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. Three artists with distinct styles display work that illustrates their love for fish and marine life. Showcasing a range from a graphic aboriginal look and detailed colored pencil portrait to comical characters that hail from the sea. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com
October 7
Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
Featuring World-renowned Illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy! 7:30pm at the Outer Banks Music Showcase - milepost 4.5 on the bypass, Kittyhawk. Tickets $19.95 (adults) $18.95 (seniors) $7.00 (children). Call (252) 261-7505 or visit www.outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
October 8 - 11
Outer Banks Home Builders Parade of Homes
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily. Select offering of new homes covering the coastal Outer Banks and lower mainland Currituck County. Tickets $10. Good all four days. (252) 449-8232 or obhomebuilders.org
October 9 - 10
REAL Fall Swap Meet
Kite, Surf, Standup. Buy, Sell, Trade. At the REAL Swap Meet you will find TONS of new and used gear, have the ability to sell your own used gear to other interested buyers, plus find the deals of the century on all the new gear in the REAL Flagship Store. Looking for the best prices on used gear from every sport? Come to the REAL Swap Meet. Kites, kiteboards, surfboards, standup paddleboards and every accessory. You'll find them all at the REAL Swap Meet! The REAL Swap Meet is Friday and Saturday, October 9-10, 10am to 4pm daily. For more information: (252)987-6000 or REAL Events.
October 10
The Elvis Tribute Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
October 10 - 11
Elizabethan Tymes
Roanoke Island Festival Park. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Rain or shine. The Guilde of St. Andrew, brings Elizabethan England to life. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com
October 11
4th Annual Kayak Fishing Tournament
(252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com
October 11
Third Annual Duck Jazz Festival
Featuring saxophonist Kim Waters and his band, will be held on Sunday, October 11, 2009 from 11 a.m. to dusk on the Town Green. Plan to join us for this popular event! (252) 255-1234 or townofduck.com
October 11
Alzheimer’s Memory Walk
Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com
October 15
The Outer Banks Tribute to the "Legends" Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
October 16
Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
Featuring World-renowned Illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy! 7:30pm at the Outer Banks Music Showcase - milepost 4.5 on the bypass, Kittyhawk. Tickets $19.95 (adults) $18.95 (seniors) $7.00 (children). Call (252) 261-7505 or visit www.outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
October 16-18
Weta Trimaran Nationals
Nor'Banks Sailing in Duck. This is the first ever Weta Nationals and it is being held on the Outer Banks. Sailors from all over the world will be converging at Nor'Banks Sailing to compete for the First Weta National Championship. These high performance Trimarans are a thrill to race and are gorgeous to watch on the water. Nor'Banks will have some charter boats available for the event. For more information call Jon Britt at 252-202-6880 or check out wetatrimarans.com
October 16-18
Digger Dungeon - Baja Challenge
Dennis Andersons Baja Challenge at the Grave Yard. Click here for the flyer.
October 17
Wildfest
A celebration of wildlife and wildlands in eastern NC - this is a family event, especially focusing on hands-on activities for children. (252) 987-1118.
October 17 - 18
24th Annual Outer Banks Stunt Kite Competition
Wright Brothers Memorial, Kill Devil Hills. Non-competitors can enjoy workshops, demonstrations and kite making for kids. The highlights include graceful kite ballet competitions set to music and fast paced team flying that blends both kite control and speed. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com
October 18
Cropwalk
Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Sponsored by Church World Services, the four mile walk involves local churches and service organizations raising money for the awareness of hunger issues. (252) 473-6837 or darecropwalk.freewebspace.com
October 21
The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
October 22
Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
Featuring World-renowned Illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy! 7:30pm at the Outer Banks Music Showcase - milepost 4.5 on the bypass, Kittyhawk. Tickets $19.95 (adults) $18.95 (seniors) $7.00 (children). Call (252) 261-7505 or visit www.outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
October 22 - 24
Frank & Fran’s 10th Annual Red Drum Tournament
Hatteras Island. A three day individual surf fishing tournament with anglers competing to catch and release the largest and most red drum. (252) 995-4171 or hatteras-island.com
October 24
Outer Banks Jazz and Wine Festival
Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. An evening celebrating fine wines and smooth jazz. Bring a blanket and chairs to relax and enjoy the sounds or reserve a table and be pampered by servers. Tables are limited and may only be reserved online. Tickets available at all Outer Banks Brew-Thru locations. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com
October 25
Hesperus: Cartoons that Shook the World
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 4 p.m. A quirky mix of European medieval & renaissance music. Music will be played on more than two dozen early and traditional instruments. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com
October 25
Harvest Heyday
Fun-filled event for everyone with music, games, activities and Hay rides. 2-4pm at The Elizabethan Gardens on Roanoke Island. Children under 12 admitted free with paying adult or Friends member. (252) 473-3234 or elizabethangardens.org
October 30
Trick or Treat Under The Sea
North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Ghosts and strange aquatic creatures will greet children as they enjoy this "spooktacular" event. Hosting the event is Count Sharkula who always scares up lots of ghoulish fun. Crazy costume contests, creepy crafts, spine-tingling scream contests and yummy munchies are just a few of the things to howl about. Tickets are limited. Ticket sales begin October 1st and will be sold at the Aquarium. Admission. All children must be accompanied by an adult. (252) 473-3494, (800) 832-3474 or ncaquariums.com
October 30
6th Annual Haunted Corolla Village
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (rain date October 31st). Come and join us for a ghoulishly good time in Currituck Heritage Park! Jump on board the Haunted Hayride through Historic Corolla Village and listen to ghostly stories of yesteryear! Then, if you dare, walk the spooky park grounds and be prepared to be scared. For more information call 252-453-9040.
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