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May 2016
Meet a Mustang in Corolla Fridays
Fridays: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, May 27 through Sept 30, 2016 Pet a gentled horse rescued from the wild and learn about the wild horses. All proceeds help Corolla Wild Horse Fund preserve and protect the wild mustangs.
Find out more »June 2016
Learn About Sea Turtles Like A Ninja From A Real NPS Ranger On Hatteras Island
ATTENTION ALL KIDS ... of all ages!! Cape Hatteras National Seashore is offering a fun way to learn about sea turtles. Every Tuesday through Friday until September 5th, a kid-friendly park ranger activity will be conducted on the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse grounds. Meet at the Keepers of the Light Amphitheater at 11:30am. Learn like a ninja and have a great time with a National Park Ranger!
Find out more »July 2016
Steve Kirk at Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
Join Steve Kirk at Cape Hatteras Lighthouse to discuss his new book, Voices from the Outer Banks.
Find out more »September 2016
The Break for Acoustic Sunset at the Cotton Gin / Sanctuary Vineyards
Free, fun, family friendly . . . Don't let summer slip away without enjoying another Acoustic Sunset on the north lawn of The Cotton Gin - join us for free live music in a family friendly atmosphere. We'll have fresh cuisine ready from Thyme and Tide Cafe and tastings of our award winning local wine. It starts at 5:30PM - see you there! Chairs, blankets, picnic baskets and friendly pets welcomed. No outside alcohol, please.
Find out more »October 2016
Dare2Care OBX Shred Fest 2016
A good time for a great cause! Dare2Care OBX Shred Fest 2016 is a fundraising event to launch music programs for our Outer Banks Veterans and Special Needs communities. Bands on the bill are Freedom Hawk, Fujiwara, The Hot Signals, Formula, Dunebilly, Life-Love & Lunatics, Manday Huge and the Mustang Outreach Program Student Bands! SK8boarders, BMXers and Chicks in Bowls! Bring the whole family out for a Fall day full of rippers, shredders, local food, silent auction, live music, the…
Find out more »Feline Hope Fish Fry Fundraiser at Old Nags Head Cafe
UPDATE: Due to Hurricane Matthew, this event must be rescheduled, date yet to be determined. The reschedule will be posted here as information become available, so keep your eyes on Outer Banks Events Calendar or check the Feline Hope Facebook page. Join us on Tuesday, October 11 from 5-8pm at Old Nags Head Cafe for an old-fashioned Outer Banks Fish Fry to raise funds for Feline Hope. The dinner is eat in or carry out which includes a generous…
Find out more »November 2016
Outer Banks Marathon Weekend 2016
Outer Banks Marathon Weekend is set from November 11, 12, and 13, 2016. The weekend features the: Outer Banks Marathon & Southern Fried Half Marathon 8K | 5K | Fun Run | & Southern 6 races. Enjoy cheers and encouragement by hundreds of Outer Banks residents along the way! Run through the village of Kitty Hawk, the historical Kill Devil Hills, (home of the First Flight), through the incredible maritime forest of Nags Head and finally... the equally historic Town of…
Find out more »May 2017
Dowdy Park Grand Opening
The Town of Nags Head is partnering with the Dare County Arts Council on the Grand Opening of Dowdy Park, which will be held Saturday, May 13 from 10am-8pm. The new Dowdy Park is located at the corner of Bonnett Street and Highway 158 in Nags Head. The Grand Opening is a free, family-friendly event featuring the Dare County Arts Council’s 28th Annual Artrageous Kids Art Festival from 10am-3pm, followed by a free outdoor concert from 3-8pm. The concert will…
Find out more »June 2017
Float-a-Palooza / Shawn Owen Band
Grab your float and friends and head down to The Inn on Pamlico Sound for their 2017 Rock the Cape Event. The first annual Float-a-Palooza will be held June 20th from 1-9pm with Food, Drinks, and Live Music by Shawn Owen Band and Mojo Collins on the Waterfront Deck. All ages are welcome, bring your own float. $10 cover charge.
Find out more »August 2017
Solar Eclipse Party
The Carolinas Solar Eclipse Party is a joint effort between North and South Carolina funded by NC Space Grant and SC Space Grant to coordinate dozens of eclipse viewing events for the public on Monday, August 21, 2017. On that date, when the Moon passes in front of the Sun, all of the Carolinas will experience a partial solar eclipse for up to a few hours. We on the Outer Banks will have 87.5% coverage. Partial eclipse starts at 1:23…
Find out more »September 2017
2017 Beach Sweep & TrashFest
This year will be the 31st Annual Beach Sweep across the Outer Banks. Dare County residents have been strong supporters of the event since its inception in 1987. In 2016, we had over 270 volunteers in Dare County pick up over 750 lbs of debris! We are aiming even higher this year. We need your help - school groups, organizations & individuals! On the day of the event, please visit one of the below zone locations between 9 am and…
Find out more »December 2017
2017 Swan Days Festival
SAVE THE DATE! Swan Days Festival • Lake Mattamuskeet • December 9, 2017, 9:00AM–4:00PM. Guided migratory bird tours. Living history of CCC Company 424, Swan Quarter and Mattamuskeet Camps. Live raptor demonstration by Steve Hoddy of EarthQuest. Live exotic bird exhibits by Sylvan Heights. Lake Mattamuskeet and Native American history. Craft and food vendors. Much more! All ages! Learn more: (252) 926-4021 or http://www.swandays.com.
Find out more »April 2018
Wild Cousins of Our Best Friends: Wolves, Coyotes and Foxes
Public Presentation: Wild Cousins of Our Best Friends: Wolves, Coyotes and Foxes Featuring: Sue Morse and Defenders of Wildlife Date: April 8, 2018 (Sunday) Time: 1 PM EST Location: National Wildlife Refuges Visitor Center, 100 Conservation Way, Manteo, NC 27954 FREE EVENT MANTEO, NC – Join Defenders of Wildlife and Keeping Track® founder Sue Morse for a discussion on wolves, coyotes and foxes, their essential role in our ecosystems and what they can teach us about our canine companions. Sue…
Find out more »October 2018
Trick or Treat Under the Sea
Grab your snorkel and your tickets for “Trick or Treat Under the Sea” at the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Pirate skeletons, caped superheroes and fairy princesses once again haunt the wild attraction for two nights of ghoulish good times. The annual event creates a safe environment to enjoy Halloween fun. Games and magic shows will have the family shrieking with delight. Live animal encounters and spooky divers swimming among the sharks offer thrills and chills. From 6-8pm both…
Find out more »January 2019
NC Aquarium Winter Carnival
Come in from the cold for the Winter Carnival at the NC Aquarium on January 19th! Learn how animals prepare for the winter weather through fun activities, crafts and games around the Aquarium. Free with regular admission!
Find out more »April 2019
Earth Fair OBX VII
Come and celebrate Earth Day on the Outer Banks at Dowdy Park in Nags Head and participate in a variety of engaging activities. This year’s theme focuses on Positively Protecting Habitats! Don’t miss this chance to meet representatives from organizations that work hard to preserve the ecosystems and scenic beauty that have made the Outer Banks famous around the world. You’ll also learn what you can do to implement sustainable earth-friendly practices in your own back yard, have a chance…
Find out more »May 2019
Trashion Show: Beach Clean-Up & Fashion Show
Join us for the Outer Banks' first ever Trashion Show! Some incredible teams have joined together to clean the beach but now it’s time for the fun part! Teams will create outfits out of the trash that they have found on the beach and strut their stuff down the runway in the 1st ANNUAL TRASHION SHOW! Local boutiques will be judging our contestants, and will crown one group the victorious Trashion Show winner! Event will be complete with live DJ…
Find out more »Hands Across the Sand
Hands Across the Sand is an international coordinated day of action focusing on the protection of our coastal economies, oceans, marine wildlife and fisheries. It’s about preserving our precious drinking water, air and food. On May 18, we will form lines, joining hands to say NO to dirty fossil fuels and offshore drilling in your coastal waters and YES to clean energy. This worldwide event takes place each year and we're excited to be apart of it in 2019. Join…
Find out more »July 2019
Roxy Beach Day
Don’t miss Roxy Beach Day, Friday July 19th at REAL Watersports in the village of Waves! At Roxy Beach Day, girls can go surfing, learn about kiteboarding and practice beach yoga on one of the Top 10 Beaches in America! Roxy Beach Day is about fun in the sun and learning about the ocean. Girls and women of all ages can enjoy a range of activities at the beach, all with the help of experienced instructors. This FREE event is…
Find out more »August 2019
Member Mornings on the Rescue Farm
The Betsy Dowdy Equine Center will be open from 10am – 2pm every Wednesday. Visit the farm located on the mainland in Grandy, and meet the rescued Corolla horses current in our care. We look forward to meeting many of our members, and we invite all prospective members as well! While visiting, shop for CWHF branded merchandise, all proceeds go directly to the care of the horses. Ask about how you can sponsor any of the rescues you meet while…
Find out more »Meet a Mustang at The Cotton Gin
The Cotton Gin and CWHF team up for family fun with “Meet a Mustang” events throughout the summer. Come by and learn the history of this legendary breed, only found on the Outer Banks. This event series is family fun and vacation memories for all! This event is subject to change due to weather and other factors when dealing with horses and their care. Check our website or Facebook for update info on this event.
Find out more »September 2019
Meet a Mustang at Sanctuary Vineyards
Join us for our final Meet a Mustang event of the season at Sanctuary Vineyards Acoustic Sunset event. Meet a rescued, gentled mustang and learn about the history of the wild Colonial Spanish mustangs of the Currituck Outer Banks. Enjoy live music, free wine tasting and bring a blanket, chair and a picnic basket for a wonderful evening and fun for all.
Find out more »October 2019
Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival
The East coast’s premier wildlife festival features over 90 amazing wildlife trips and programs on Birding, Paddling, History, Photography, Art and more! Experienced leaders will hold programs in 6 national wildlife refuges and 6 Northeastern North Carolina counties! The annual festival takes place over 6 days in October and another 3-day Winter encore session in December. See Full Schedule & Register Online
Find out more »Outer Banks Beach Sweep 2019
This year will be the 33rd Annual Beach Sweep across the Outer Banks. Clean the beaches with us from 9am-12pm and then head on over to the Outer Banks Brewing Station for TrashFest for free food, drink, and live music from local surfabilly band, Mosquito Net! Check in at one of the below locations to get your cleanup gear and directions. Be sure to bring your data card to the Brewing Station as your ticket. TrashFest starts at 12pm. •…
Find out more »December 2019
Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival – Encore Session
The East coast’s premier wildlife festival features over 90 amazing wildlife trips and programs on Birding, Paddling, History, Photography, Art and more! Experienced leaders hold programs in six national wildlife refuges! The annual festival takes place over 6 days in October and another 3 day Winter encore session in December. The December Wings Over Water Encore session is December 6th through the 8th. This portion of Wings Over Water is held later, in what is often colder weather. It was instituted…
Find out more »January 2020
First Day Dune Hike
Celebrate the new year with a Dune Hike! Join a ranger to hike through a section of the park and learn about its history, habitats, and wildlife. Come enjoy the wonders of Jockey's Ridge State Park and the Outer Banks! The hike length is 3/4 miles round trip with moderate to strenuous difficulty. Meet at the Visitor Center back deck.
Find out more »February 2020
ecoExplore Launch Party
Come to the Wildlife Center in Corolla for the kickoff party to launch the Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education's ecoExplore partnership with the NC Arboretum. There will be fun bird games, activities, nature programs, and prizes! Find out how you can help scientists while earning badges and prizes submitting observations and photographs of wildlife in your own backyard. All ages welcome!
Find out more »School’s Out Camp
School's out for the day, but we can help! Need to work? Need to prepare for Valentine's Day Plans? Need care while you attend your child's Parent-Teacher Conference at school? The YMCA offers an exciting place to get play, make friends, craft, and enjoy the day. Please bring a lunch, a snack, suit and towel for swimming, appropriate clothing for outdoor activities. $25 members and $33 for potential members. Schedule: 9:00 AM - Welcome Games & Crafts 10:00 AM -…
Find out more »Hatteras Village Waterfowl Festival
The Hatteras Village Waterfowl Festival returns for 2020 with some fan favorite events and vendors as well as new and exciting additions! This festival, in the beautiful village of Hatteras, celebrates the diverse waterfowl resource native to the island. It begins with an amazing "Fin, Feather and Bourbon" social on Friday evening, featuring small plates and local seafood. North Carolina bourbon is poured along with a selection of wines that pair with the plates. During the day on Saturday, you…
Find out more »May 2020
Virtual Marine Science Day
The Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) invites you to join us online on Saturday, May 30, for Marine Science Day 2020! This family-friendly, virtual event will provide participants of all ages with the opportunity to interact with some of the leading scientists in the field of marine science as well as explore the areas of research conducted at VIMS. As one of the largest marine research and education centers in the United States and a global leader in coastal…
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