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The Face on the Barroom Floor

Theatre of Dare, your community theatre for the Outer Banks, presents the farce melodrama The Face on the Barroom Floor. Insidious villains endeavor to separate Madelaine Mockingbird, chambermaid turned singer, from the fortune left her by an old miner and from her true love: Jack Goodhart, painter turned tramp. Full of hilarious sight gags, zany action, and some really terrible (and very funny) jokes. Performances are Friday & Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2:00pm, at the COA Roanoke Island Campus in Manteo. Tickets are $13 in advance, $15 at the door, $8 for students through grade 12. For more information, visit www.theatreofdare.org or call 252-261-4064.

The Face on the Barroom Floor

Theatre of Dare, your community theatre for the Outer Banks, presents the farce melodrama The Face on the Barroom Floor. Insidious villains endeavor to separate Madelaine Mockingbird, chambermaid turned singer, from the fortune left her by an old miner and from her true love: Jack Goodhart, painter turned tramp. Full of hilarious sight gags, zany action, and some really terrible (and very funny) jokes. Performances are Friday & Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2:00pm, at the COA Roanoke Island Campus in Manteo. Tickets are $13 in advance, $15 at the door, $8 for students through grade 12. For more information, visit www.theatreofdare.org or call 252-261-4064.

Eve Ensler's The Vagina Monologues

7:30 p.m. Roanoke Island Festival Park. Tickets are $15, available at all FRONT PORCH CAFE locations. Show at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6 PM with pre-show entertainment, apps and wine. The production is an EMPOWERING EXPERIENCE AND A BENEFIT FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS LOCALLY AND WORLDWIDE. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Rhythm and Roots - Southern Music Traditions
Glen Eure’s Ghost Fleet Gallery, Nags Head. Utilizing text panels, artifacts, fieldwork, photographs and sound recordings, the exhibit features an audio component that allow gallery visitors to experience the voices and music of Southern Music Traditions. (252) 473-5558 or darearts.org

 

Every Tuesday Starting March 24 – November 24
REAL Night School
A FREE EVENT for kiteboarders of all abilities. Each week features a new topic for our group lecture as well as a question and answer session for those in the audience. Many industry team riders and designers participate as guest speakers during REAL Night School. Celebs and icons like Stan Radev, Jason Slezak, Lou Wainman, Andre Phillip, Julien Fillion, Aaron Sales, Robby Naish, Jimmy Redmond, John Bryja, Pat Rawson, Bill “Stretch” Reidel and more are people you will meet, learn from and get to ask questions to during REAL Night School. This FREE event is held every Tuesday Night at 6pm. For more information: (252) 987-6000 or REAL Events.

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

Easter Begg Hunt
5-7 p.m. Dogs get to hunt for treat & prize filled Easter "Beggs". Costume contest with prizes & refreshments for people & pets. (252) 473-2094 or obxpuparazzi.com

Martha Johnson and Julie Moye - Collage and Mixed Media
Dare County Arts Council Gallery. (252) 473-5558 or darearts.org

Michael Oberg Lecture and Book Signing
2 p.m. Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Michael Oberg will be presenting a lecture on“Thomas Harriot in the Eyes of Native Americans, 1585-1586” on Saturday, April 4, in the Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Following the lecture, he will be signing his book, The Head in Edward Nugent's Hand, in the Museum Store at Roanoke Island Festival Park. The lecture is part of the Thomas Harriot Quadricentennial Conference, in affiliation with East Carolina University. Michael Oberg, Department of History, SUNY Geneseo is the presenter. Both events are free and open to the public. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Black & White Ball: A Global Affair
Wright Brothers Memorial Pavilion. Feast on international foods, hustle to win the bid for art work, vacation packages, memorabilia and other items in a silent auction and dance the night away to Coolin’ Out. Tickets are $100 per person. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Kitty Hawk Kites Fly Into Spring
Jockey’s Ridge State Park & Jockey’s Ridge Crossing, Nags Head. Free kite flying lessons, games, demos, and free kite making for the kids. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com

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.

OBXtreme Magic
Outer Banks Music Showcase. Featuring World-renowned Illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy, Outer Banks Music Showcase, Milepost 4.5 in Kitty Hawk. Incredible Illusions, Mind-Bending Magic and Comedy Audience Participation Live on Stage! 7:30 pm. Tickets $19.95 Adults, $18.95 Seniors, $7 Children. (252) 261-7505. outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Easter EGG-stravaganza
1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Join the Easter Bunny & the Currituck Duck for the Easter Egg-stravaganza with an Egg Hunt (bring your own basket); Duck Pond & Bunny Petting Zoo; Face Painting; Coloring and Temporary Tattoos; Jellybean Counting Contest; Rock Climbing Wall; Bake Sale, Snow Cones & Popcorn; Fabulous Prizes! Admission & Parking is free. For more information call (252) 453-9040.

"Knight Magic"
10 am - noon. Experience the wonder and learn the secrets of magic with magician, Clive Allen. Take home a trick to impress your friends! Only $15 per participant. Reservations encouraged. Please call 252-453-9040 ext 3.

Kitty Hawk Kites Annual Easter Eggstravaganza
Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Largest Easter Egg Hunt in the Outer Banks! Over 2,000 candy and toy-filled eggs to be collected. Chalk coloring contests, kite making, games and surprise visits from Wil-Bear and friends. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Stephen Bennett in Concert
7:30 pm. Visit harpguitar.com or (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Country Music Legend: George Hamilton IV
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

REAL Spring 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, April 17-18, 10am to 4pm daily. For more information: (252)987-6000 or REAL Events.

Tour de Cure Cycling Event
Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park. A benefit for the American Diabetes Association. A 100-mile ride from Chesapeake, VA to Roanoke Island Festival Park where participants will end their fundraising journey. (757) 455-6335, Ext. 3276 or (888) DIABETES, Ext. 3281.

Earth Day
(252) 473-3494, (800) 832-3474 or ncaquariums.com

7th Annual Outer Banks Bike Week
Packed full with entertainment, great food, events and special attractions. Poker Run, bike show, live music, scenic rides, official night-time party sites. outerbanksbikeweek.com

FRISCO MUSEUM TO OFFER PINE NEEDLE BASKET WORKSHOP
Creating baskets from natural materials is one of the oldest known crafts. Pine basketry dates back over 9,000 years, before crafters were making pottery. For Native Americans, pine needle baskets served many utilitarian and decorative purposes, and over the years, the creation of pine needle baskets has developed into an intricate and beautiful art form. As a means of preserving pine needle art, the Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center will present a pine needle basket workshop on April 24, 2009. The workshop will be taught by two master artists, Loretta and Herman Oxendine, elders in the Lumbee nation.

The Oxendines live in Pembroke, North Carolina, and carry on the traditions of their heritage through the creation of a number of crafts. Loretta learned the ancient art of basket weaving at a very young age by observing her older sister at work. A stately and beautifulwoman, Loretta smiles when she talks about weaving a basket."Each basket begins with the careful selection of pine needles to ensure the best quality for the finished product. A basket may take from 5 to 50 hours to complete depending on the shape and size. And because each weaver brings a special approach to the art, no two baskets are ever exactly alike."

Loretta and Herman Oxendine have continued a generations-old family tradition which they have elevated to a fine art. Their baskets have been featured in a number of museums and have been sold in art galleries across the east coast, including the Frisco Native American Museum gift shop and the Smithsonian Gift Shop. The pine needle basket workshop will take place at the Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center on Friday, April 24, 2009, from 9 am to 2 pm. The workshop fee of $35 covers the cost of lunch as well as all materials for each participant to make a small basket. Since space is limited, pre-registration is required.

Individuals may contact the museum at 252-995-4440 or visit the web site at nativeamericanmuseum.org.

 

3rd Annual Antique Appraisal Fair
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. St. Andrews-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, Nags Head. $10 per item or 3 items for $25. (252) 473-2655 or obhc@ncmail.net

 

The Elvis Tribute Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

 

2nd Annual Up in Arms Against Domestic and Sexual Violence Arm Wrestling Tournament
All funds raised will go toward Hotline's domestic violence and sexual assault programs. (252) 473-5121 or obhotline.org

 

11th Annual Inter-Tribal Powwow, Journey Home
Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center, Hatteras Island. Traditional Powwow set in a beautiful maritime forest with activities for the entire family. Drumming, singing, dancing, native crafts, exhibits, displays, storytelling, native food and more. Rain or shine. (252) 995-4440 or nativeamericanmuseum.org

 

Kinobe and Soul Beat Africa
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 4 p.m. The young artist, Kinobe, is one of the leading figures in African traditional and contemporary world music and is growing into an international star. Kinobe and his crew, “Soul Beat Africa,” take on Uganda’s ethnic sounds and fuse tradition with modern instrumentation. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

 

Every Tuesday Starting March 24 – November 24
REAL Night School
A FREE EVENT for kiteboarders of all abilities. Each week features a new topic for our group lecture as well as a question and answer session for those in the audience. Many industry team riders and designers participate as guest speakers during REAL Night School. Celebs and icons like Stan Radev, Jason Slezak, Lou Wainman, Andre Phillip, Julien Fillion, Aaron Sales, Robby Naish, Jimmy Redmond, John Bryja, Pat Rawson, Bill “Stretch” Reidel and more are people you will meet, learn from and get to ask questions to during REAL Night School. This FREE event is held every Tuesday Night at 6pm. For more information: (252)987-6000 or REAL Events.

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

Chris Haltigan and Genevieve Flint - Watercolors
Dare County Arts Council Gallery. (252) 473-5558 or darearts.org

Every Tuesday Starting March 24 – November 24
REAL Night School
A FREE EVENT for kiteboarders of all abilities. Each week features a new topic for our group lecture as well as a question and answer session for those in the audience. Many industry team riders and designers participate as guest speakers during REAL Night School. Celebs and icons like Stan Radev, Jason Slezak, Lou Wainman, Andre Phillip, Julien Fillion, Aaron Sales, Robby Naish, Jimmy Redmond, John Bryja, Pat Rawson, Bill “Stretch” Reidel and more are people you will meet, learn from and get to ask questions to during REAL Night School. This FREE event is held every Tuesday Night at 6pm. For more information: (252)987-6000 or REAL Events.

72nd Anniversary Season of The Lost Colony
Waterside Theatre. Monday - Saturday at 8 p.m. (no performance on July 4, 11, 18, or August 8, 15). Compelling unsolved mystery of America’s beginnings. Featuring music, dance, drama, riveting action, and special effects with lavish costumes and sets. Children 11 and under are free on Monday and Friday and half price on Saturday with a paying adult. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Porch Programs - Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station
All programs run June, July and August at 2:00 pm at 1911 Station, except Beach Apparatus Drill which starts at the 1874 Station. All programs last about one hour. All are free with regular paid admission for self-guided tour of 7 acre, 8 building site.

Monday – Live from the Set of Nights in Rodanthe. 2:00 p.m. Chicamacomico Site Operations Manager, Linda Molloy, had a role in this Warner Brothers movie opposite Richard Gere. Come hear her exciting story and ask her to autograph the book and DVD available in the Gift Shop. A most unique vacation souvenir.

Tuesday – America’s Forgotten Heroes: Amazing True Local Wreck & Rescue Stories. 2:00 p.m. Site Manager James Charlet gives a brief overview of the United States Life-Saving Service, predecessor to today’s Coast Guard, and highlights some of the unique and special things about the Chicamacomico site. Then he narrates in detail three dramatic and daring rescues that happened right here, culminating with the nearly unbelievable Mirlo rescue of 1918.

Wednesday – The REAL Taffy of Taffy of Torpedo Junction. 2:00 p.m. Taffy of Torpedo Junction was a fictional work first published by the University of North Carolina Press in 1957 and recently re-released. It tells the dramatic story of a 12 year old girl living on Hatteras Island and is set during World War Two. It was written by Nell Wise Wechter who previously had been a teacher at the only school on Hatteras Island. One of Mrs. Wechter students was the then 12 year old Carol Dillon. The Taffy character was based on her. Ms. Dillon is alive and well as the owner and operator of the Outer Banks Motel in Buxton, where the lighthouse is. As is often the case, the truth is better than the fiction. Come hear Carol tell about this incredible and little-known period in our history . And yes, the book is available for purchase and autographing.

Thursday – The Beach Apparatus Drill. 2:00 p.m. This popular re-enactment of the historic Breeches Buoy rescue is only performed in two places in the entire country; and Chicamacomico is proud that ours is the only one performed by active-duty U.S. Coast Guard personnel! A unique and interesting demonstration.

Friday – What REALLY Happened to the Lost Colony? 2:00 p.m. Once you know the basic true facts, it is no mystery at all! Scott Dawson will mesmerize you with his vast knowledge and staccato style. He is the author of a book on the subject and lectures widely. And why this topic at a lifesaving station? Because in their day they were the social, cultural and educational centers of their villages. This is precisely the kind of topic a visitor would hear there. chicamacomico.net

 

The Kinnakeet Sound Safari
Hatteras Realty Avon office. Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Ages 4 - 12. This program begins with a trailer ride to our own secret beach located on the Pamlico Sound. The children explore this unique marine environment that is part of the world’s largest estuary system. Upon returning, sandwiches and drinks provided. $25 per child. (252) 995-5466, (800) 428-8372 or hatterasrealty.com

South of the Border - Kids Night Out
Hatteras Realty Avon office. Tuesday nights, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Ages 4 - 12. Our South of the Border summer crew brings traditional activities from Mexico as well as a brief Spanish language lesson for the kids. Taco dinner and drinks are provided. $25 per child. (252) 995-5466, (800) 428-8372 or hatterasrealty.com

Carolina Coastal Cooking
Hatteras Realty Avon office. Wednesday nights, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Our chef is constantly combining the new trends from the culinary arts with the tried and true traditions of Outer Banks cooks. Plenty of opportunities to sample these delicious dishes. Reservations required. Seating is limited. $5 per person. (252) 995-5466, (800) 428-8372 or hatterasrealty.com

Hatteras Heroes: History and Mystery
Hatteras Realty Avon office. Thursday nights, 7 p.m. A night of exciting and interesting storytelling, with historian Danny Couch’s show, “Hatteras Heroes: History and Mystery.” The whole family will enjoy Couch’s storytelling style and multi-media presentation on the history. Reservations recommended. Seating is limited. (252) 995-5466, (800) 428-8372 or hatterasrealty.com

Beach Apparatus Drill
Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station. Every Thursday, 2 p.m. “Beach Apparatus Drill” historic reenactment of the Breeches Buoy Rescue. One of only two places in the entire nation to do the full drill, with live black powder firing projectile. Performed by active-duty US Coast Guard personnel. chicamacomico.net

Beach Bonfire Program
Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station. Every Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. “Beach Bonfire Program”, included with regular admission fee to site that day ($6 adult, $4 senior or student), overview of what the US Lifesaving Service was and what it did, followed by the dramatic and detailed retelling of three actual rescues that occurred here. chicamacomico.net

Elizabeth R
Film Theatre, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 3 p.m. Miss Barbara Hird's particular interpretation of the character of Queen Elizabeth I hits close to the mark in re-creating Queen Elizabeth's charisma, persona, and style in this outstanding production. Tickets required. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Munchkin' Madness
Laser Tag for the little guys & gals, 5-10 years old. A great time for the younger laser tag player to play against other similarly aged kids. (252) 480-8512 or obxgearworks.com

Dare Nights
Dare County residents are admitted free to The Lost Colony with canned food items for donation to local food pantries. Pre-performance donation collection begins at 5:30 p.m. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Bloody Mary and the Virgin Queen
Film Theatre, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 3 p.m. A musical farce based on the relationship between Queen Elizabeth I and her half-sister, Mary Tudor. The two loathed one another and yet are buried in the same tomb in London’s Westminster Abbey. The production takes place in the tomb, in the present day. Tickets required. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Cooking with Penguins
Penguin Isle Soundside Grille & Bar. 10 a.m. to noon. Join Executive Chef Lee Miller in the kitchen for lessons on the identification of healthy/good shellfish and grilling meats, homemade breads and pastas, specialty vegetables, sides and more. Demos of various cooking methods, preparations, dishes and utensil and surface sanitation. Recipes are shared. Fee includes cost of materials, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, tasting and gift. Not recommended for kids under 16 years of age. (252) 441-4116 or penguinisle.com

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

The eleventh annual Ocrafolk Music and Storytelling Festival will be held in the heart of Ocracoke Village on June 4-6, 2010. This free festival features musicians, storytellers, artisans, and the culture of Ocracoke Island and Eastern Carolina. In addition to weekend performances, events include a Friday night community potluck and fundraising auction at the Ocracoke School Gym, Saturday night traditional Ocracoke square dance, and Sunday morning gospel sing! Performers include Molasses Creek, Donald Davis, the Ocrafolk Opry, Craicdown, Mandolin Orange, Trent Wagler and Steel Wheels, Warren Bodle & Allen, Bob Zentz and more! www.ocrafolkfestival.org

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

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 www.obxgearworks.com.

Meet the Author
Waterside Theatre’s Gift Shop Kiosk. 7 p.m. - 8:20 p.m. Children’s book authors will be available to sign autographs and greet young readers before The Lost Colony’s Monday performances. Lost Colony admission ticket required. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Donna Robertson - Artist/Painter
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. Donna Robertson works in oils to create scenic landscapes that pay homage to coastal beauty. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Wil-Bear Wright’s Festival of Fun
Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Make and fly your own kite, try yo-yo stunts, get your face painted, and demo all the new toys for 2009. This Wednesday family extravaganza kicks off our summer long Kid’s Day, held every Wednesday. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com

Fishing and Crabbing Rodeo
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. 9 a.m. - noon. The only day of the year North Pond is open to fishing and crabbing. (252) 987-1118.

27th Annual Rogallo Kite Festival
Jockey's Ridge State Park, Nags Head. This two day festival features our signature kite flying on the dunes of Jockey's ridge as well as nightly entertainment celebrating the history of kiting. Exhibitions and demonstrations including stunt and power kite lessons, free children's games and kite making. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com

Meet the Artist
Waterside Theatre’s Gift Shop Kiosk. 7 p.m. - 8:20 p.m. Greet local North Carolina folk artists and craftsman as they showcase their talents at before The Lost Colony’s Monday performances. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

The Lost Colony presents Charlotte’s Web
Waterside Theatre. 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. E.B. White’s treasured tale of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a spider named Charlotte comes to life in this Waterside Theatre production for children. Face painting, balloon sculpting, and games entertain the children 30 minutes prior to the performance. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Avon Art Show
1pm-7 or 8pm. Location is at Hatteras Realty in Avon, N.C. Rain date is the following day. For more information call Pete at 252-305-0010.

Annual Evening Under The Stars with the North Carolina Symphony
Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 8 p.m. Parking available at Roanoke Island Festival Park and in the Town of Manteo. Guests should bring lawn chairs or blankets as seating is on the lawn. Picnics welcome. Free admission. (252) 473-2138, (877) 629-4386 or outerbanks.org

REAL Father’s Day Sessions
Spend time with Dad taking sessions! Buy 1 get 1 FREE for you and your father on REAL Kiteboarding Ground Control and Watertime Lessons, as well as REAL Standup Paddleboard and REAL Surfing Lessons. Nothing is more fun than spending a day with Dad on the water! For more information: (252)987-6000.

Summer Children’s Performance Series Tarradiddle Players present “The Commedia Aladdin”
Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 10:30 a.m. Hop on a magic carpet with Aladdin as he summons the powerful Genie of the Lamp and changes his fortunes forever. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Charlotte Web’s Barnyard Brunch
Waterside Theatre. Stay after Tuesday’s performance of Charlotte’s Web for this barnyard bonanza! Meet the cast, enjoy fiddle music, learn a barnyard dance, watch Wilbur’s video web-log, play madcap barnyard games and enjoy a simple brunch at the Theatre. Brunch tickets are $8 Youth (11 & under) and $16 Adults. Price includes meal and keepsake photo. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

8th Annual “Under the Oaks” Art Festival
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. / 5 p.m. Enjoy this annual outdoor art show on the grounds of Currituck Heritage Park with over 100 quality artists showcasing a wide variety of media, musical entertainment, food concessions, and children's activities. Admission is free - $5 parking donation requested. For more information call 252-453-9040.

Tea with the Queen
Waterside Theatre. Have an audience with Queen Elizabeth I and her royal court. The Queen’s tea also includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre and a complimentary souvenir program. Advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years). (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Simon’s Pirate Adventure
3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Come with your bawdy crew to be dressed like a pirate, talk like a pirate and act like a pirate. Enjoy Simon Fernando’s famous Carolina pirate friends as they reenact their dramatic high seas adventures. Simon’s Pirate Adventure includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre, a keepsake photo of you with a pirate and delicious pirate’s feast. 24-hour advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years). (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Beach ‘n Blues Festival
Pirate’s Cove. 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Blue skies, blue water and the best blues music. Two evenings of great entertainment to share with friends and family while here at the beach. (252) 384-3494 or planetouterbanks.com/festivals

Kitty Hawk Kites Kiteboarding Competition
Kitty Hawk Kites Kiteboarding Center, Waves Village. Come see some of the best kiteboarders in the world. Free demonstrations and competitions will be held. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com

Mitnick Quartet
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 4 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of classic jazz favorites with Alex Mitnick’s Quartet (piano, guitar, bass, drums, vocals). (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Summer Children’s Performance Series Alex and the Kaleidoscope Band
Film Theatre, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 10:30 a.m. Songs for the whole family to enjoy. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Every Tuesday Starting March 24 – November 24
REAL Night School
A FREE EVENT for kiteboarders of all abilities. Each week features a new topic for our group lecture as well as a question and answer session for those in the audience. Many industry team riders and designers participate as guest speakers during REAL Night School. Celebs and icons like Stan Radev, Jason Slezak, Lou Wainman, Andre Phillip, Julien Fillion, Aaron Sales, Robby Naish, Jimmy Redmond, John Bryja, Pat Rawson, Bill “Stretch” Reidel and more are people you will meet, learn from and get to ask questions to during REAL Night School. This FREE event is held every Tuesday Night at 6pm. For more information: (252)987-6000

72nd Anniversary Season of The Lost Colony
Waterside Theatre. Monday - Saturday at 8 p.m. (no performance on July 4, 11, 18, or August 8, 15). Compelling unsolved mystery of America’s beginnings. Featuring music, dance, drama, riveting action, and special effects with lavish costumes and sets. Children 11 and under are free on Monday and Friday and half price on Saturday with a paying adult. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Porch Programs - Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station
All programs run June, July and August at 2:00 pm at 1911 Station, except Beach Apparatus Drill which starts at the 1874 Station. All programs last about one hour. All are free with regular paid admission for self-guided tour of 7 acre, 8 building site.

Monday – Live from the Set of Nights in Rodanthe. 2:00 p.m. Chicamacomico Site Operations Manager, Linda Molloy, had a role in this Warner Brothers movie opposite Richard Gere. Come hear her exciting story and ask her to autograph the book and DVD available in the Gift Shop. A most unique vacation souvenir.

Tuesday – America’s Forgotten Heroes: Amazing True Local Wreck & Rescue Stories. 2:00 p.m. Site Manager James Charlet gives a brief overview of the United States Life-Saving Service, predecessor to today’s Coast Guard, and highlights some of the unique and special things about the Chicamacomico site. Then he narrates in detail three dramatic and daring rescues that happened right here, culminating with the nearly unbelievable Mirlo rescue of 1918.

Wednesday – The REAL Taffy of Taffy of Torpedo Junction. 2:00 p.m. Taffy of Torpedo Junction was a fictional work first published by the University of North Carolina Press in 1957 and recently re-released. It tells the dramatic story of a 12 year old girl living on Hatteras Island and is set during World War Two. It was written by Nell Wise Wechter who previously had been a teacher at the only school on Hatteras Island. One of Mrs. Wechter students was the then 12 year old Carol Dillon. The Taffy character was based on her. Ms. Dillon is alive and well as the owner and operator of the Outer Banks Motel in Buxton, where the lighthouse is. As is often the case, the truth is better than the fiction. Come hear Carol tell about this incredible and little-known period in our history . And yes, the book is available for purchase and autographing.

Thursday – The Beach Apparatus Drill. 2:00 p.m. This popular re-enactment of the historic Breeches Buoy rescue is only performed in two places in the entire country; and Chicamacomico is proud that ours is the only one performed by active-duty U.S. Coast Guard personnel! A unique and interesting demonstration.

Friday – What REALLY Happened to the Lost Colony? 2:00 p.m. Once you know the basic true facts, it is no mystery at all! Scott Dawson will mesmerize you with his vast knowledge and staccato style. He is the author of a book on the subject and lectures widely. And why this topic at a lifesaving station? Because in their day they were the social, cultural and educational centers of their villages. This is precisely the kind of topic a visitor would hear there. chicamacomico.net

 

Whalehead Club Wednesday Wine Festivals
July, August and September - 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come and celebrate the interesting world of wines! All wine connoisseurs and novices are welcome! Enjoy a Wednesday afternoon of wine tasting and entertainment under the tents on the north lawn of Currituck Heritage Park. With your $20 admission adults can sample wines from North Carolina and the world; keep your souvenir glass; take a complimentary tour of the Whalehead Club; listen to popular local musical artists perform on the stage; sample food from local vendors. Children and leashed pets are welcome. Admission to taste the wines is $20 - parking free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Summer Children’s Performance Series
Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. (Tuesday - Friday) 10:30 a.m. Shows to be announced. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Summer Concert Series on the South Lawn
Every Thursday evening in July and August – 6:30 p.m. to sunset. Relax on the south lawn at Currituck Heritage Park and enjoy the musical talents of students from the NC School of the Arts and local musicians. On the historic Whalehead Club front porch, a variety of music from past to present to please all ages will be performed; including jazz, blues, folk, and classic rock. Bring a beach chair or blanket and watch the sun set over the Currituck Sound while supporting the musical arts! Snack concessions will be available. Pets on leash welcome. Admission & parking are free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

Tea with the Queen
Waterside Theatre. 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Have an audience with Queen Elizabeth I and her royal court. The Queen’s tea also includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre and a complimentary souvenir program. Advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years). (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Simon’s Pirate Adventure
3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Come with your bawdy crew to be dressed like a pirate, talk like a pirate and act like a pirate. Enjoy Simon Fernando’s famous Carolina pirate friends as they reenact their dramatic high seas adventures. Simon’s Pirate Adventure includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre, a keepsake photo of you with a pirate and delicious pirate’s feast. 24-hour advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years). (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

The Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Duck’s 5th Annual Fourth of July Parade
9:00 a.m., with an after-event following at the Duck Town Park featuring music by Ruth Wyand & Friends. PLEASE NOTE that the parade is being held on Friday, July 3 which is the designated legal holiday so as not to conflict with weekend summer traffic. The one-mile parade route is the same annually and begins at Scarborough Lane and continues down Ocean Way and then Christopher Drive. For registration information, contact the Town at (252) 255-1234 or at info@townofduck.com or townofduck.com

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

“Lost Art” Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony
Dare County Arts Council Gallery and Courtyard. Join Dare County Arts Council and The Lost Colony for an artful gathering celebrating art inspired by The Lost Colony. Ticket includes wine, light fare and fun. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Pawtriotic Pups
5-7 p.m. "Pawtriotic" themed celebration for pets & people. Costume contest with prizes, dog games and refreshments for people & pets. (252) 473-2094 or obxpuparazzi.com

“Lost Art”
A juried collaboration between Dare County Arts Council and The Lost Colony. Dare County Arts Council Gallery. (252) 473-5558 or darearts.org

Fireworks with the NCSA
Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 8 p.m. Featuring fireworks and a performance by the North Carolina School of the Arts. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Evening fireworks held throughout Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head. outerbanks.org

Hatteras Civic Association. Fireworks Display. (252) 986-2579.

17th Annual Independence Day Festival of Fireworks
6 p.m. Food, fun, and entertainment for the entire family at Currituck Heritage Park. Fireworks will begin at dusk overlooking the Currituck Sound. Bring blankets or beach chairs and enjoy the best fireworks display on the Outer Banks! Admission is free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

REAL Stars and Stripes
July 4th Weekend is a great time to be in Cape Hatteras, NC. This is a historically epic weekend for sessions as well as a great weekend for being outside and enjoying the weather, the beach and the water! We will have live music and REAL Flagship Store Specials and Giveaways. MOJO’s Sunset Café will be blowing it up on the back deck with great food, beer and wine and unbelievable views of the Pamlico Sound. Join us for another epic weekend on the Outer Banks! Festivities all weekend long. For more information: (252)987-6000 or REAL Events. Don’t Kite Surf or Standup? Take your first sessions with REAL!

Dixie and Linda Browning - Watercolorist
Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Duck’s Summer Music Series
Duck Town Stage. 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. This popular evening concert series returns for its 3rd season. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, a picnic dinner, and enjoy an early evening concert on the green in Duck. The concerts are free. (252) 255-1286 or townofduck.com

Munchkin' Madness
Laser Tag for the little guys & gals, 5-10 years old. A great time for the younger laser tag player to play against other similarly aged kids. (252) 480-8512 or obxgearworks.com

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 www.obxgearworks.com.

The Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Summer Concert Series on the South Lawn
Every Thursday evening in July and August – 6:30 p.m. to sunset. Relax on the south lawn at Currituck Heritage Park and enjoy the musical talents of students from the NC School of the Arts and local musicians. On the historic Whalehead Club front porch, a variety of music from past to present to please all ages will be performed; including jazz, blues, folk, and classic rock. Bring a beach chair or blanket and watch the sun set over the Currituck Sound while supporting the musical arts! Snack concessions will be available. Pets on leash welcome. Admission & parking are free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Jesus Christ Superstar
Waterside Theatre. The Lost Colony presents the ground breaking theatrical masterpiece Jesus Christ Superstar by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. This rock musical, a dramatized version of the last seven days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth, is timeless and for the times. Advance tickets: $15 for Preferred Seating, $10 for House Seats. Performance day tickets: $20 for Preferred Seating, $15 for House Seats. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Opening Night Superstar Party
Celebrate the opening night of Jesus Christ Superstar! The post-performance party features hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and an opportunity to meet the talented cast and crew. Tickets are $12 per person. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

30th Annual Wright Kite Festival
Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A festival for all ages with a spectacular kite show put on by Larger than Life Kites. Come see a 100 ft. octopus, 50 ft. scuba diver and many other kites which dance in the air. Stunt kites demos, games, kids kite making, and contests. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com

Meet the Author
Waterside Theatre’s Gift Shop Kiosk. 7 p.m. - 8:20 p.m. Children’s book authors will be available to sign autographs and greet young readers before The Lost Colony’s Monday performance. Lost Colony admission ticket required. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

425th Anniversary of the Roanoke Voyages
Roanoke Island Festival Park. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Many special activities will be offered in all venues of the Park. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

OBX Summer Arts Festival
Hilton Garden Inn, Kitty Hawk. 10-7 the first day and 10-5 the second day. Featuring local artists. Free. For more information please email jcalex2@gmail.com

The Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Summer Concert Series on the South Lawn
Every Thursday evening in July and August – 6:30 p.m. to sunset. Relax on the south lawn at Currituck Heritage Park and enjoy the musical talents of students from the NC School of the Arts and local musicians. On the historic Whalehead Club front porch, a variety of music from past to present to please all ages will be performed; including jazz, blues, folk, and classic rock. Bring a beach chair or blanket and watch the sun set over the Currituck Sound while supporting the musical arts! Snack concessions will be available. Pets on leash welcome. Admission & parking are free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Meet the Artist
Waterside Theatre’s Gift Shop Kiosk. 7 p.m. - 8:20 p.m. Greet local North Carolina folk artists and craftsman as they showcase their talents before The Lost Colony’s Monday performance. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Avon Art Show
1pm-7 or 8pm. Location is at Hatteras Realty in Avon, N.C. Rain date is the following day. For more information call Pete at 252-305-0010.

Kitty Hawk Kites Hatteras Kid Kite Day
Exhibitions, free lessons, and games for kids from mid-morning to mid-afternoon. Face painting and tattoos for the kids. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com

Summer Concert Series on the South Lawn
Every Thursday evening in July and August – 6:30 p.m. to sunset. Relax on the south lawn at Currituck Heritage Park and enjoy the musical talents of students from the NC School of the Arts and local musicians. On the historic Whalehead Club front porch, a variety of music from past to present to please all ages will be performed; including jazz, blues, folk, and classic rock. Bring a beach chair or blanket and watch the sun set over the Currituck Sound while supporting the musical arts! Snack concessions will be available. Pets on leash welcome. Admission & parking are free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

The Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

REAL Summer 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, July 25-26, 10am to 4pm daily. For more information: (252)987-6000

Howard Levy - Harmonica Player
Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park. 4 p.m. Universally acknowledged as the world’s most advanced harmonica player, Howard is equally at home in jazz, pop, rock, world music, Latin, classical, folk, blues and country. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp, Session I
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Designed to teach students voice, dance, and acting skills, give them performance experience, ignite their creative spirit, build a sense of accomplishment and community, and encourage them to have fun. $150 per week, plus $10 registration fee (non refundable). Includes camp T-shirt, tickets to Charlotte’s Web, Waterside Art Wednesday, Tea with the Queen/Simon’s Pirate Adventure, and The Lost Colony. Camp is for ages 6-15. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Summer Concert Series on the South Lawn
Every Thursday evening in July and August – 6:30 p.m. to sunset. Relax on the south lawn at Currituck Heritage Park and enjoy the musical talents of students from the NC School of the Arts and local musicians. On the historic Whalehead Club front porch, a variety of music from past to present to please all ages will be performed; including jazz, blues, folk, and classic rock. Bring a beach chair or blanket and watch the sun set over the Currituck Sound while supporting the musical arts! Snack concessions will be available. Pets on leash welcome. Admission & parking are free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

The Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Every Tuesday Starting March 24 – November 24
REAL Night School
A FREE EVENT for kiteboarders of all abilities. Each week features a new topic for our group lecture as well as a question and answer session for those in the audience. Many industry team riders and designers participate as guest speakers during REAL Night School. Celebs and icons like Stan Radev, Jason Slezak, Lou Wainman, Andre Phillip, Julien Fillion, Aaron Sales, Robby Naish, Jimmy Redmond, John Bryja, Pat Rawson, Bill “Stretch” Reidel and more are people you will meet, learn from and get to ask questions to during REAL Night School. This FREE event is held every Tuesday Night at 6pm. For more information: (252)987-6000

72nd Anniversary Season of The Lost Colony
Waterside Theatre. Monday - Saturday at 8 p.m. (no performance on July 4, 11, 18, or August 8, 15). Compelling unsolved mystery of America’s beginnings. Featuring music, dance, drama, riveting action, and special effects with lavish costumes and sets. Children 11 and under are free on Monday and Friday and half price on Saturday with a paying adult. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Porch Programs - Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station
All programs run June, July and August at 2:00 pm at 1911 Station, except Beach Apparatus Drill which starts at the 1874 Station. All programs last about one hour. All are free with regular paid admission for self-guided tour of 7 acre, 8 building site.

Monday – Live from the Set of Nights in Rodanthe. 2:00 p.m. Chicamacomico Site Operations Manager, Linda Molloy, had a role in this Warner Brothers movie opposite Richard Gere. Come hear her exciting story and ask her to autograph the book and DVD available in the Gift Shop. A most unique vacation souvenir.

Tuesday – America’s Forgotten Heroes: Amazing True Local Wreck & Rescue Stories. 2:00 p.m. Site Manager James Charlet gives a brief overview of the United States Life-Saving Service, predecessor to today’s Coast Guard, and highlights some of the unique and special things about the Chicamacomico site. Then he narrates in detail three dramatic and daring rescues that happened right here, culminating with the nearly unbelievable Mirlo rescue of 1918.

Wednesday – The REAL Taffy of Taffy of Torpedo Junction. 2:00 p.m. Taffy of Torpedo Junction was a fictional work first published by the University of North Carolina Press in 1957 and recently re-released. It tells the dramatic story of a 12 year old girl living on Hatteras Island and is set during World War Two. It was written by Nell Wise Wechter who previously had been a teacher at the only school on Hatteras Island. One of Mrs. Wechter students was the then 12 year old Carol Dillon. The Taffy character was based on her. Ms. Dillon is alive and well as the owner and operator of the Outer Banks Motel in Buxton, where the lighthouse is. As is often the case, the truth is better than the fiction. Come hear Carol tell about this incredible and little-known period in our history . And yes, the book is available for purchase and autographing.

Thursday – The Beach Apparatus Drill. 2:00 p.m. This popular re-enactment of the historic Breeches Buoy rescue is only performed in two places in the entire country; and Chicamacomico is proud that ours is the only one performed by active-duty U.S. Coast Guard personnel! A unique and interesting demonstration.

Friday – What REALLY Happened to the Lost Colony? 2:00 p.m. Once you know the basic true facts, it is no mystery at all! Scott Dawson will mesmerize you with his vast knowledge and staccato style. He is the author of a book on the subject and lectures widely. And why this topic at a lifesaving station? Because in their day they were the social, cultural and educational centers of their villages. This is precisely the kind of topic a visitor would hear there. chicamacomico.net

 

Whalehead Club Wednesday Wine Festivals
July, August and September - 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come and celebrate the interesting world of wines! All wine connoisseurs and novices are welcome! Enjoy a Wednesday afternoon of wine tasting and entertainment under the tents on the north lawn of Currituck Heritage Park. With your $20 admission adults can sample wines from North Carolina and the world; keep your souvenir glass; take a complimentary tour of the Whalehead Club; listen to popular local musical artists perform on the stage; sample food from local vendors. Children and leashed pets are welcome. Admission to taste the wines is $20 - parking free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp, Session I Performance
10 a.m. Performance by the young talents of The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp participants and members of The Lost Colony Company. Tickets are $5 per person. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp, Session II
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Designed to teach students voice, dance, and acting skills; give them performance experience; ignite their creative spirit; build a sense of accomplishment and community; and encourage them to have fun! Lunch and snacks are provided. $150 per week, plus $10 registration fee (non refundable). Balance due on the first day of camp. Includes camp T-shirt, tickets to Charlotte’s Web, Waterside Art Wednesday, Tea with the Queen/Simon’s Pirate Adventure, and The Lost Colony. Camp is for ages 6-15. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Lisa Cooper and Glenn Dodenhoff - Painters
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Munchkin' Madness
Laser Tag for the little guys & gals, 5-10 years old. A great time for the younger laser tag player to play against other similarly aged kids. (252) 480-8512 or obxgearworks.com

Bloody Mary and the Virgin Queen
Film Theatre, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 3 p.m. A humorous musical farce based on the relationship between Queen Elizabeth I and her half-sister, Mary Tudor. The two loathed one another and yet are buried in the same tomb in London’s Westminster Abbey. The production takes place in the tomb, in the present day. Tickets required. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Hatteras Island Arts and Craft Guild Summer Show
10am-4pm. Cape Hatteras Secondary School in Buxton. Free admission, food, and scholarship raffle. Local artists. (252) 441-1850.

Ray Matthews - Photography
Dare County Arts Council Gallery. First Friday Opening Reception August 7, 6-9 pm. (252) 473-5558 or darearts.org

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 www.obxgearworks.com.

American Heroes Day
10:00am to 3:00pm. Come see and talk to the real heroes of today. See the personnel, equipment and vehicles of area Coast Guard, law enforcement, fire fighters, water rescue, EMS, and much, much more. Static displays throughout the day and scheduled demarcations include Coast Guard Honor Guard and Color Guard, Coast Guard Search & Rescue helo and motor lifeboat demonstration, military flyover, jet ski ocean rescue demo, Beach Apparatus Drill. $5 per person, Parking across the street and along the highway. Schedule will appear on chicamacomico.net

Whalehead Club Wednesday Wine Festivals
July, August and September - 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come and celebrate the interesting world of wines! All wine connoisseurs and novices are welcome! Enjoy a Wednesday afternoon of wine tasting and entertainment under the tents on the north lawn of Currituck Heritage Park. With your $20 admission adults can sample wines from North Carolina and the world; keep your souvenir glass; take a complimentary tour of the Whalehead Club; listen to popular local musical artists perform on the stage; sample food from local vendors. Children and leashed pets are welcome. Admission to taste the wines is $20 - parking free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

Tea with the Queen
Waterside Theatre. 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Have an audience with Queen Elizabeth I and her royal court. The Queen’s tea also includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre and a complimentary souvenir program. Advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years). (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Simon’s Pirate Adventure
3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Come with your bawdy crew to be dressed like a pirate, talk like a pirate and act like a pirate. Enjoy Simon Fernando’s famous Carolina pirate friends as they reenact their dramatic high seas adventures. Simon’s Pirate Adventure includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre, a keepsake photo of you with a pirate and delicious pirate’s feast. 24-hour advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years). (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Shepherd of the Ocean
Film Theatre, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 3 p.m. A whimsical comedy about Sir Walter Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth I. Takes place moments before Sir Walter Raleigh’s execution for treason. Tickets required. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

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

Pawrate Party
5-7 p.m. Pirate-themed party for pets & their people! Costume contest with prizes, dog games and refreshments for all attendees!. (252) 473-2094 or obxpuparazzi.com

Waterside Theatre Festival
Attend four unique theatrical events. Price includes a preferred seat at Waterside Theatre for performances of The Lost Colony (8 p.m., August 7), The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp Performance (10 a.m., August 8), Oklahoma! (8 p.m., August 8), and Grease (7:30 p.m., August 9). Tickets are $40 per person. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

10th Annual Kitty Hawk Kites Ocean Games
Ramada Plaza, Kill Devil Hills. A 5 mile kayak race, sandcastle building contests and kite flying demonstrations. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com

The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp Session II Performance
10 a.m. Performance by the young talents of The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp participants and members of The Lost Colony Company. This original production is inspired by the participant’s imaginations. Tickets are $5 per person. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Oklahoma!
Waterside Theatre. Oh what a beautiful evenin’ when The Lost Colony presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's landmark all-American frontier musical Oklahoma! at star-canopied Waterside Theatre. Advance tickets: $15 for Preferred Seating, $10 for House Seats. Performance day tickets: $20 for Preferred Seating, $15 for House Seats. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Opening Night Hoedown
Celebrate the opening night of The Lost Colony’s Oklahoma! The post-performance party features hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and more. Tickets are $12 per person. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Grease
Waterside Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Grease is the word. Whether it’s your 1st or 100th time, this 1950’s rock and roll musical is surely the “One That You Want!” Norfolk’s celebrated Hurrah Players present this venerable musical classic. Advance tickets: $15 for Preferred Seating, $10 for House Seats. Performance day tickets: $20 for Preferred Seating, $15 for House Seats. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

8th Annual OBX Sandbar 5K
The Outer Banks only 5K Beach Run/Walk is set on the wide flat sands in front of the historic 'Old Station' public bath house in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. outerbanksrelieffoundation.com

Meet the Author
Waterside Theatre’s Gift Shop Kiosk. 7 p.m. - 8:20 p.m. Children’s book authors will be available to sign autographs and greet young readers before The Lost Colony’s Monday performances. Lost Colony admission ticket required. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

New World Festival of the Arts
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Manteo Waterfront. Featuring 80 selected artists from Vermont to Florida exhibiting and selling their work. (252) 473-2838.

The Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Life is Good Festival
Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head. Featuring family entertainment, dozens of spirited games and activities, and watermelons galore. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com

Whalehead Club Wednesday Wine Festivals
July, August and September - 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come and celebrate the interesting world of wines! All wine connoisseurs and novices are welcome! Enjoy a Wednesday afternoon of wine tasting and entertainment under the tents on the north lawn of Currituck Heritage Park. With your $20 admission adults can sample wines from North Carolina and the world; keep your souvenir glass; take a complimentary tour of the Whalehead Club; listen to popular local musical artists perform on the stage; sample food from local vendors. Children and leashed pets are welcome. Admission to taste the wines is $20 - parking free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

“Voices of the Earth and Sea” Concert with Composer/Cellist, Eugene Friesen
Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 8 p.m. “Voices of the earth” is a collection of choral compositions sharing a common insight: nature is our solace, inspiration and responsibility. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Meet the Artist
Waterside Theatre’s Gift Shop Kiosk. 7 p.m. - 8:20 p.m. Greet local North Carolina folk artists and craftsman as they showcase their talents before The Lost Colony’s Monday performance. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Virginia Dare Faire
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. Celebrate Virginia Dare’s 422nd birthday. Attend a full day of free activities for the family that include make and take crafts; games; entertainment, activities, free cake and ice cream. Reserve your seats early for the evening performance of The Lost Colony that cameos infant actors as baby Virginia. Ticket charges apply. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

Virginia Dare Anniversary Performance
Waterside Theatre. 8 p.m. See a special performance of The Lost Colony that features infant actors in the role of baby Virginia. This traditional anniversary performance is held on the birthday of Virginia Dare, the first English child born in America. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org

The Showcase Magic & Comedy Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Avon Art Show
1pm-7 or 8pm. Location is at Hatteras Realty in Avon, N.C. Rain date is the following day. For more information call Pete at 252-305-0010.

Whalehead Club Wednesday Wine Festivals
July, August and September - 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come and celebrate the interesting world of wines! All wine connoisseurs and novices are welcome! Enjoy a Wednesday afternoon of wine tasting and entertainment under the tents on the north lawn of Currituck Heritage Park. With your $20 admission adults can sample wines from North Carolina and the world; keep your souvenir glass; take a complimentary tour of the Whalehead Club; listen to popular local musical artists perform on the stage; sample food from local vendors. Children and leashed pets are welcome. Admission to taste the wines is $20 - parking free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

Leslie Erickson - Violinist
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 4 p.m. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Whalehead Club Wednesday Wine Festivals
July, August and September - 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come and celebrate the interesting world of wines! All wine connoisseurs and novices are welcome! Enjoy a Wednesday afternoon of wine tasting and entertainment under the tents on the north lawn of Currituck Heritage Park. With your $20 admission adults can sample wines from North Carolina and the world; keep your souvenir glass; take a complimentary tour of the Whalehead Club; listen to popular local musical artists perform on the stage; sample food from local vendors. Children and leashed pets are welcome. Admission to taste the wines is $20 - parking free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

Every Tuesday Starting March 24 – November 24
REAL Night School
A FREE EVENT for kiteboarders of all abilities. Each week features a new topic for our group lecture as well as a question and answer session for those in the audience. Many industry team riders and designers participate as guest speakers during REAL Night School. Celebs and icons like Stan Radev, Jason Slezak, Lou Wainman, Andre Phillip, Julien Fillion, Aaron Sales, Robby Naish, Jimmy Redmond, John Bryja, Pat Rawson, Bill “Stretch” Reidel and more are people you will meet, learn from and get to ask questions to during REAL Night School. This FREE event is held every Tuesday Night at 6pm. For more information: (252)987-6000

Whalehead Club Wednesday Wine Festivals
July, August and September - 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come and celebrate the interesting world of wines! All wine connoisseurs and novices are welcome! Enjoy a Wednesday afternoon of wine tasting and entertainment under the tents on the north lawn of Currituck Heritage Park. With your $20 admission adults can sample wines from North Carolina and the world; keep your souvenir glass; take a complimentary tour of the Whalehead Club; listen to popular local musical artists perform on the stage; sample food from local vendors. Children and leashed pets are welcome. Admission to taste the wines is $20 - parking free. For more information call 252-453-9040.

Hatteras Village Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament
(252) 986-2579 or hatterasonmymind.com

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

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

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

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 www.obxgearworks.com.

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

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!

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

The Elvis Tribute Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

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

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

Laura Martier Trio
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 4 p.m. Featuring John Toomey on piano. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

REAL Night School
A FREE EVENT for kiteboarders of all abilities. Each week features a new topic for our group lecture as well as a question and answer session for those in the audience. Many industry team riders and designers participate as guest speakers during REAL Night School. Celebs and icons like Stan Radev, Jason Slezak, Lou Wainman, Andre Phillip, Julien Fillion, Aaron Sales, Robby Naish, Jimmy Redmond, John Bryja, Pat Rawson, Bill “Stretch” Reidel and more are people you will meet, learn from and get to ask questions to during REAL Night School. This FREE event is held every Tuesday Night at 6pm. For more information: (252)987-6000

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

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

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.

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 www.obxgearworks.com.

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

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

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

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

The Elvis Tribute Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

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

4th Annual Kayak Fishing Tournament
(252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com

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

Alzheimer’s Memory Walk
Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

The Outer Banks Tribute to the "Legends" Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

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.

Black T-Shirt Concert - Fall Bike Week
Outdoor Pavilion, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. (Bike Show), 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. (Concert). Jam to Southern Rock. Food and beverages, including beer and wine. $20 in advance or for $25 at the gate. Tickets available at all Outer Banks Brew-Thru locations. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

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

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

The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

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

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

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

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

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.

REAL Night School
A FREE EVENT for kiteboarders of all abilities. Each week features a new topic for our group lecture as well as a question and answer session for those in the audience. Many industry team riders and designers participate as guest speakers during REAL Night School. Celebs and icons like Stan Radev, Jason Slezak, Lou Wainman, Andre Phillip, Julien Fillion, Aaron Sales, Robby Naish, Jimmy Redmond, John Bryja, Pat Rawson, Bill “Stretch” Reidel and more are people you will meet, learn from and get to ask questions to during REAL Night School. This FREE event is held every Tuesday Night at 6pm. For more information: (252)987-6000

Jewelry Exposition
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. Exposition: Nov. 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring demonstrations, educational displays and a chance to talk with artists as well as purchase handcrafted jewelry in time for the holidays. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

Wings Over Water
The festival offers a variety of events, including paddling trips, bird sighting trips, history trips, and nature trails at locations all along the Outer Banks. wingsoverwater.org

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

Barksgiving
5-7 p.m. Giving thanks is the theme of this party. Costume contest & fun activities for dogs, plus refreshments for pets & people. (252) 473-2094 or obxpuparazzi.com

4th Annual Outer Banks Fun Run
A family friendly event where kids and adults can run and walk for the fun of it. obxmarathon.org

REAL Camp Reunion Tour
Rock’on REAL Alumni! This is a week to put on your calendar and look forward to every time you hit the water! One of our campers recommended we do a “reunion” week at the end of every year where everyone could gather again, hit the water, catch up on the season’s happenings, participate in group on water events and party like rock stars! We said, “You’re right, we should!”
Last year was such a great success we are making this Camp Reunion Tour Bigger and Better. Special Priced Camps, Daily and Nightly Events, Parties and Exclusive Sale Pricing. You have to be in Cape Hatteras to enjoy the fun.... If you have taken a lesson or camp with REAL since 2001, you are on the INVITE list! For more information: (252)987-6000 or REAL Events. Not a REAL Alumni? Graduate with a REAL…

 

4th Annual Outer Banks Marathon and Half Marathon
The marathon starts in Kitty Hawk, the half marathon starts at Jockeys Ridge and both cross the beautiful Washington-Baum Bridge; and finish on Roanoke Island. obxmarathon.org

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella the Musical
Theatre of Dare, your community theatre for the Outer Banks, presents its fall musical, Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella. Enjoy the timeless enchantment of this magical fairy tale, reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. As adapted for the stage, with great warmth and more than a touch of hilarity, the hearts of children and adults alike still soar when the slipper fits. Performances are Friday & Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2:00pm, at the COA Roanoke Island Campus in Manteo. Tickets are $13 in advance, $15 at the door, $8 for students through grade 12. For more information, visit www.theatreofdare.org or call 252-261-4064.

3rd Annual Pet Photos with Santa
1-4 p.m. This is a fund raiser for the Outer Banks SPCA. For $5 donation per pet, he or she gets a photo session in Santa's lap. You receive one 4X6 print, and can have the photo emailed to you. 100% of the requested donation goes to the SPCA. Appointments suggested.(252) 473-2094 or obxpuparazzi.com

Dig Up Shakespeare
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 4 p.m. World-class storyteller, Jon Spellman and multi-instrumentalist, Tina Chancey, create a rich vein of Shakespearean wisdom and whimsy in this duo program of sonnets, stories and songs spotlighting the best of the Bard. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com

14th Annual Advice 5K Turkey Trot
Duck. A great warm up for your Thanksgiving Feast! Starting on Scarborough Lane in Duck with a finish line full of post race festivities. Runners and walkers of all abilities and ages are welcome. active.com

Hatteras Island Arts and Craft Guild Holiday Show
10am-4pm. Cape Hatteras Secondary School, Buxton. Free admission, food, and scholarship raffle. Local artists. (252) 441-1850.

Kitty Hawk Kites Hangin’ with Santa & Kites with Lights
Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head. Children can have their free photo taken with Santa in a demonstration Hang Glider. Watch the night sky magically transform as skilled flyers maneuver their lit stunt kites to the sounds of your favorite holiday songs atop Jockey’s Ridge State Park. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com

The Outer Banks Music Showcase Christmas Show
The beaches All LIVE Christmas Show for the whole family! Spectacular scenery and sets with the All Star cast from the Outer Banks Music Showcase! Come celebrate with Santa and the cast as we stroll through a "Winter Wonderland" filled with all of the holiday classics that truly make this "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year." These Christmas classics along with our side splitting comedy is sure to get you into the Christmas spirit! Box
office (252) 261-7505 outerbanksmusicshowcase.com

Roanoke Island Festival Park Events
Roanoke Island Festival Park is an interactive family attraction that celebrates the first English settlement in America. The centerpiece of the 25-acre island park adjacent to Manteo, North Carolina, is Elizabeth II, a representation of one of the seven English ships from the Roanoke Voyage of 1585. Costumed Elizabethan sailors greet visitors and help them experience sixteenth century seafaring life. Also visit the Settlement site, Roanoke Adventure Museum and see the Legend of Two-Path film. Events are scheduled throughout the year in our indoor Film Theatre and our Outdoor Pavilion. Admission is charged. The on-site Art Gallery, fossil pit, Museum Store, Outer Banks History Center and marsh-side boardwalks are free and open to all. Hours vary seasonally. For additional information, call (252) 475-1506, (252) 475-1500 or visit us online at roanokeisland.com

North Carolina Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island
The NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island will offer a variety of maritime skills, boatbuilding, sailing programs and workshops throughout the year in the Creef Boathouse. Visit the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse and learn the history of the screw-pile lights. Times and dates vary seasonally. Visit obxmaritime.org or call (252) 475-1750 for current programming schedules.

Holiday Open House
6-8 p.m. Celebrate the season with holiday fare and fun hosted by The Lost Colony and The Elizabethan Gardens. Catch the spirit with carriage rides, music, gift shop discounts, lots of door prizes, and 100% chance of snow. For information call (252) 473-3234.

Christmas in the Park
5-8 p.m. The Lost Colony and The Elizabethan Gardens invite the Outer banks community and neighbors to attend their Christmas in the Park, a holiday event from 5-8 pm on December 3. The two attractions have forecast a winter wonderland—complete with snow (the just-as-fun theatrical kind), holiday music, hot chocolate, carriage rides, carols, bells, and a chance to meet the man of the season—Mr. Claus himself! For information call (252) 473-2127 or (252) 473-3234.

20th Annual Hotlines Festival of Trees
Noon - 9 p.m. Outer Banks Brew Station. Fundraiser of donated Christmas Trees, holiday items, seasonal musical performances, a Santa visit, and bazaar, including an auction to benefit crisis intervention programs of the Outer Banks. (252) 473-5121 or obhotline.org

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. Join us for live music, magic, artisans, actors in period dress, a rockclimbing wall and more. For more information visit firstfriday-roanokeisland.com

Oakwood Waits & Santa Claus
6 to 9 pm. Museum Store and Mall. Santa will be on hand to visit with the children, following the tree lighting in Downtown Manteo. The event is in partnership with the Town of Manteo. (252) 475-1500.

Happy Howl-idaze
For more information please call (252) 473-2094 or visit puparazzi.tripod.com

First Friday Pet Parties
5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Costume contests, games, treats and fun for pets and their people. Call (252) 473-2094 or visit puparazzi.tripod.com for party theme.

Manteo Rotary Rockfish Rodeo
Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park. A fishing tournament sponsored by the Manteo Rotary. For additional information call (252) 473-6644 or rockfishrodeo.com

Christmas By The Sea - Town of Manteo Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade
Christmas Tree lighting will take place on December 5. The Christmas Parade will be at 11 a.m. in Downtown Manteo on December 6. Join us for the annual Christmas parade that attracts more than 4,000 people! For more information call the Town of Manteo at (252) 473-2133. Click here for more detailed information.

Oakwood Waits Christmas Concert
8-10 pm. Film Theatre. The Oakwood Waits was founded in 1984 when a quartet of friends went out to sing carols in the historic Oakwood district of Raleigh, NC. Their name was derived from this historic district where they first performed, and from an old English term “wait,” meaning street musician or town watchman. Through the past twenty-one years, the Waits have evolved into a professional a cappella vocal ensemble of 17 singers, clothed in Victorian costume (Charles Dickens era-1840s), that perform from a collection of more than 120 songs and carols of the holiday season. This collection includes both traditional and lesser-known songs of ancient to modern times with origins from many different countries. They are a versatile group who have mastered many styles, and have a wide appeal for audiences as they present a variety of music. In any given performance audiences are treated to music ranging from traditional, classical, shape note, jazz, Appalachian, and children’s favorites. The cost of admission is $10.00. (252) 475-1500.

Howl-O-Days
Join the Red Wolf Coalition and staff from Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge for free Howl-O-Days. Visit redwolves.com or call (252) 796-5600. Click Here for a brochure.

Billy Brown: Local Color
Billy Brown is a long time Outer Banks waterman who has a passion for NC history. He is a former teacher who loves to paint scenes from the area to include Oregon Inlet vistas he’s seen while fishing. His acrylics feature seasonal shots of sunrises and sunsets and landscapes of the area including Bodie Island. He paints underwater fish scenes and anglers. An opening reception will be held on December 7 from 4-6 p.m. It is free and open to the public. The show can be viewed Mon-Fri from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call (252) 475-1500.

Pet Photos with Santa
Noon - 3 p.m. Held at Puparazzi and benefits the Outer Banks SPCA. Have your pets photo taken with our Santa. Fee $5 donation to Outer Banks SPCA per pet, you get one 4x6 print; files emailed to you at no extra cost. Please call for appointment to reduce wait time. For more information please call (252) 473-2094 or visit puparazzi.tripod.com

Whalehead Club 2nd Annual Tree Lighting Celebration
5 p.m. on the north lawn of Currituck Heritage Park. For more information please visit whaleheadclub.org or call (252) 453-9040.

Whalehead Club Holiday Piano Concert
7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the library of the Whalehead Club. For more information please visit whaleheadclub.org or call (252) 453-9040.

Kids create great gifts at DCAC’s Kid’s Kraft Day!
Children can make the perfect personalized gift for Mom or Dad on Sunday, December 14th from 11 am to 1pm. With the help of art instructors, your child will paint and decorate a ceramic ornament, which will be fired, gift wrapped, and ready for pick up in plenty of time for holiday gift-giving! The two-hour workshop is only $15 per child, and includes one ornament, all painting and decorating supplies, hot cocoa, cookies, firing and gift wrapping. (Additional ornaments can be created for $10.) Parents can stay and play, or make some fun of their own shopping in the DCAC Gallery at a 10% discount. The workshop takes place in the DCAC studio, directly above the Gallery at 104 Sir Walter Raleigh Street in Manteo. Call DCAC at 473-5558 to register today. Class size is limited to 16 children. With a 1pm wrap-up, you’ll have plenty of time to get over to the Manteo Airport to treat the kids to the Candy Bomber! The Dare County Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization committed to supporting the arts in Dare County. For more information about the Dare County Arts Council For more information call DCAC at 473-5558 or visit darearts.org.

105th Annual Celebration of the Wright Brothers First Flight
Wright Brothers National Memorial. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Gather at the exact site at the exact time as the historic first flight to remember, reflect and celebrate this milestone. The daylong anniversary tribute will be held at the site of Wright's first flight, the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Visitors to the site experience a replica of the Wright Brothers' 1903 encampment and majestic, 60-foot tall granite monument perched atop a 90-foot hill that serves a striking and lasting reminder of the important historical achievement that happened on this site a century ago. outerbanks.org

OPEN HOUSE - Mattie Midgette's Store
10 a.m. till 4 p.m. Don't miss this chance to see the legendary Nellie Myrtle Beachcomber Collection. As always, admission is free! The Beachcomber Museum is located in Mattie Midgette's Store, 4008 South Virginia Dare Trail, Mile Post 13 on the Beach Road. It is in the heart of Nags Head's Historic Cottage Row District, just south of Jockey's Ridge. oldnagshead.org

Elizabethan Christmas
Noon - 5 p.m. Don’t let the holiday spirit fade! On Saturday, December 27, come join in the fun as Roanoke Island Festival Park celebrates the third day of Christmas. Visitors to the Park can get a taste of 16th century holiday traditions from 12:00 to 5:00 as they make decorations, learn special dances, sing songs, discover food and drink of the season, and indulge in merriment with members of the Guild of St. Andrew. Many events will be held inside and the celebration will go on, rain or shine. In the Settlement Site visitors can join with the interpreters as they “recreate” their celebration in the American wilderness, with simple decorations and a roast over the open fire. There may even be a few more surprises of the season. We’ll see you there and wish you Merry Yuletide! For more information call (252) 475-1500.

Oakwood Waits Elizabethan Christmas Concert
4 pm. Art Gallery at Roanoke Island Festival Park. The Raleigh group will return to perform Elizabethan Christmas Music. The price of admission is included in the general admission ticket to the Park. For more information call (252) 475-1500.

Whalehead Club Winter Piano Concert
6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the library of the Whalehead Club. For more information please visit whaleheadclub.org or call (252) 453-9040.