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Outer Banks Triatholon
Starts: 09/11/2026 - Ends: 09/12/2026
Run, bike, swim the Outer Banks. This event offers half, olympic and sprint distance races with a gorgeous beach landscape as your background.
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17th Annual NCBBA Red Drum Tournament
Starts: 10/21/2026 - Ends: 10/24/2026
Come one, come all anglers to participate in this year's NCBBA Red Drum Tournament presented by The North Carolina Beach Buggy Association (NCBBA). Stay at the campground and participate in the tournament on Hatteras Island!
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Hang Gliding Spectacular
Starts: 05/14/2026 - Ends: 05/17/2026
Join professional hang gliders, fans, and families for this Kitty Hawk Flight School tradition. The Hang Gliding Spectacular is the longest-running hang gliding competition in the world! They are excited to be celebrating the 50th consecutive year of this event and have many fun activities planned – a retro glider display, video and photo exhibit, and more! Kitty Hawk Kites invites pilots from all over the country to come fly with us for this four-day event at Jockey's Ridge State Park in Nags Head, NC, and the Cotton Gin in Jarvisburg, NC (see full schedule below). We will have gliders from Wills Wing and Moyes and new Flytec equipment to demo. The Hang Gliding Spectacular and Air Games is FREE TO THE PUBLIC FOR VIEWING with fun activities all day long.
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The Outer Banks Marathon
Starts: 11/06/2026 - Ends: 11/08/2026
The OBX Towne Bank Marathon is the oldest continuously running road race in the Outer Banks! The marathon course is fast and flat, which makes it the perfect place for your first marathon or even your own personal record!
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The Freedom 5K
Starts: 07/03/2026 - Ends: 07/03/2026
Celebrate the 4th of July at the Freedom 5K.
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20th Annual Outer Banks Watermelon Festival
Starts: 08/06/2026 - Ends: 08/06/2026
Celebrate summer with Kitty Hawk Kites and Food Lion by supporting the Outer Banks Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Coalition at the 20th Annual OBX Watermelon Festival on Friday, August 6th from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at Kitty Hawk Kites in Nags Head.
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America Turns 250!
Starts: 01/01/2026 - Ends: 12/31/2026
We can't think of a better way to celebrate America turning 250 than enjoying one of America's favorite pastimes - Camping!
America will be celebrating 250 years in 2026 with events, media features and lots of memory sharing.
Be part of the fun and create lasting memories during this milestone year in America's history!
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KOA Rewards Appreciation Weekend
Starts: 09/11/2026 - Ends: 09/12/2026
KOA Rewards holders stay as a paying guest on Friday, September 11th at any participating KOA campground and get Saturday, September 12th for FREE*.
KOA Rewards Appreciation Weekend is designed exclusively for KOA Rewards holders to say thanks for your loyalty and for trusting your camping memories to us. On this late-summer weekend, we gather to celebrate friends, family and fun in the great outdoors we all adore.* Only at participating KOA locations. Applies to one site per a KOA Rewards account, for two consecutive nights at the same KOA. Sites may be limited. KOA Rewards discount does apply but not valid with other discounts.
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Mother's Day & Care Camps Big Weekend
Starts: 05/08/2026 - Ends: 05/09/2026
Join Us for Care Camps Weekend!
May 8–9, 2026
Stay at a participating KOA campground on Friday, May 8, and receive 50%* off your Saturday, May 9 stay. KOA will then donate 50% of the funds raised from Saturday night's stays to the Care Camps Foundation. Care Camps Foundation is a national non-profit organization that funds 100+ medically supervised pediatric oncology camps across the US and Canada. Their mission is to give joy, hope, and the healing power of the outdoors to children with cancer and their families. KOA has been a foundational partner to Care Camps since 1984. You can learn more at carecamps.org.
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*Offer valid only at participating KOA locations. Discount applies to one site for two consecutive nights (Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9) at the same KOA. Sites may be limited. Only KOA Rewards discounts apply.
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Spring Nature Experiences in the OBX
Starts: 03/01/2026 - Ends: 06/30/2026
Bird Migration Season (March–May)
Spring is peak migration time along the Atlantic Flyway, and the Outer Banks is one of its most active routes. Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge and Bodie Island Lighthouse trails are top spots to see herons, egrets, oystercatchers, and colorful warblers.Sea Turtle Season Begins
Loggerhead sea turtles begin nesting on Outer Banks beaches in late spring (usually May–June). While hatchlings appear later in summer, many conservation groups start offering educational talks and guided walks about turtle nesting habits around this time.Wildflowers & Coastal Blooms
The dunes and maritime forests come alive with wildflowers and seaside goldenrod. Nags Head Woods Preserve and Jockey's Ridge State Park are beautiful for spring hikes surrounded by fresh greenery and blooms.Dolphin & Wildlife Tours
Warmer waters bring more marine life closer to shore. Spring is a great time for dolphin tours out of Manteo or Hatteras — fewer crowds, calmer seas, and great chances to spot playful pods.Spring in the Outer Banks is all about renewal — bird migrations, blooming dunes, and returning sea life. It's the perfect time to explore the natural side of the islands before summer crowds roll in.
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Beach Driving Season
Starts: 03/14/2026 - Ends: 12/31/2026
Beach driving season in a national park at the North Carolina Outer Banks begins mid March and runs through December 31st. Off-road driving is allowed year-round at Cape Hatteras National Seashore but there are limits at Cape Lookout National Seashore. A permit is required and more information can be found at the National Park Service website.
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Annual Hatteras Village Offshore Open
Starts: 05/12/2026 - Ends: 05/16/2026
The opening event of the NC Billfish Series, the Hatteras Village Offshore Open is now in its second decade. Proceeds from the tournament support the Hatteras Village Civic Association in their mission to continue providing scholarships to college bound village residents as well as supporting charitable causes within the community. Come and experience the world class fishing and local hospitality in Hatteras Village all while supporting a great cause.
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Fall Fest Weekend
Starts: 10/02/2026 - Ends: 10/04/2026
Join us for Fall Fest Weekend! Enjoy cozy campfire vibes, festive fall fun, and our Chili Cook-Off showdown!
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Classic Camping Weekend
Starts: 09/18/2026 - Ends: 09/20/2026
Experience Classic Camping Weekend! Enjoy campfire s'mores, outdoor games, and all the timeless traditions that make camping unforgettable.
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Shuck Hatteras V Oyster Festival
Starts: 12/18/2026 - Ends: 12/19/2026
Join us for Shuck Hatteras V, the ultimate SHELLabration of community, music, and food!
Enjoy live local music, kid's games and activities, art vendors, an Oyster Cook-Off Challenge, and an All-You-Can-Eat Oyster Roast.
More details coming soon.
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Shark Week
Starts: 07/20/2026 - Ends: 07/26/2026
Dive into shark week with themed activities and events! More details to come.
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Glow Party!
Starts: 07/13/2026 - Ends: 07/19/2026
Join us for glow party fun! More details to come.
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Halloween Weekend #1
Starts: 10/16/2026 - Ends: 10/18/2026
Get ready for Halloween Weekends! Enjoy spooktacular fun with trick-or-treating, site decorating contests, and festive campground thrills for all ages.
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America's 250th Birthday
Starts: 06/29/2026 - Ends: 07/05/2026
Celebrate all things Independence Day on the beach with us! More details to come.
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Wind & Waves
Starts: 05/15/2026 - Ends: 05/17/2026
Splish splash, prepare for wind and waves weekend! More details to come.
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Oktoberfest
Starts: 10/09/2026 - Ends: 10/11/2026
Celebrate Oktoberfest Weekend! Enjoy festive fun, great activities, and plenty of campground cheer as we celebrate the spirit of the season.
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Wet & Wacky Week
Starts: 08/24/2026 - Ends: 08/30/2026
Dive into Wet & Wacky Week Cool off with pool fun, splashy games, and island-style water fun all week long.
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Sleigh Bells & Seashells
Starts: 12/25/2026 - Ends: 12/27/2026
Celebrate the season at Sleigh Bells & Seashells Weekend! Enjoy festive fun and holiday cheer by the shore.
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S'mores Week
Starts: 08/10/2026 - Ends: 08/16/2026
Get ready for S'more Week! Celebrate everyone's favorite campfire treat with sweet twists, tasty creations, and plenty of fireside fun.
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Halloween Weekend (Bonus Weekend!)
Starts: 10/30/2026 - Ends: 11/01/2026
Get ready for Halloween Weekends! Enjoy spooktacular fun with trick-or-treating, site decorating contests, and festive campground thrills for all ages.
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Classic Camping Weekend
Starts: 09/25/2026 - Ends: 09/27/2026
Experience Classic Camping Weekend! Enjoy campfire s'mores, outdoor games, and all the timeless traditions that make camping unforgettable.
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Labor Day Week
Starts: 08/31/2026 - Ends: 08/31/2026
Celebrate Labor Day Week with us! Soak up the last days of summer with fun activities, poolside relaxation, and classic campground good times.
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Surf's Up Week
Starts: 08/03/2026 - Ends: 08/09/2026
Catch the wave of fun during Surf Week! Enjoy beach vibes, cool activities, and laid-back campground fun all week long.
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Countdown to Sunset
Starts: 12/31/2026 - Ends: 12/31/2026
Ring in the "New Year" as we Countdown to Sunset! Celebrate with fun activities, festive vibes, and a countdown to sunset to send off the year.
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Halloween Weekend #2
Starts: 10/23/2026 - Ends: 10/25/2026
Get ready for Halloween Weekends! Enjoy spooktacular fun with trick-or-treating, site decorating contests, and festive campground thrills for all ages.
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Thankful by the Tide
Starts: 11/26/2026 - Ends: 11/29/2026
Join us for our annual Thanksgiving traditions. More details to come.
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Pirates & Princesses Week
Starts: 06/01/2026 - Ends: 06/07/2026
Pirates, princesses and more! Get ready for family friendly activities this weekend. More details to come.
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Under the Sea
Starts: 06/22/2026 - Ends: 06/28/2026
Get excited about everything ocean this week! More details to come.
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Super Hero + Father's Day Week
Starts: 06/15/2026 - Ends: 06/21/2026
Who's the greatest super hero you know? Dad.
Celebrate Father's Day Week with super hero themed fun for the whole family. More details to come.
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Wet & Wacky Week
Starts: 08/17/2026 - Ends: 08/23/2026
Dive into Wet & Wacky Week! Cool off with pool fun, splashy games, and island-style water fun all week long.
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Memorial Day Weekend
Starts: 05/21/2026 - Ends: 05/26/2026
Join us for a week full of patriotic activities and fun for everyone! Grab your swimsuit and get ready for a great holiday weekend. More details to come.
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Veterans Day Weekend
Starts: 11/11/2026 - Ends: 11/15/2026
Join us for Veterans Day Weekend! Celebrate and honor our heroes with patriotic activities, community spirit, and a relaxing campground getaway.
*Don't forget to show your active or retired military I.D. for 10% off your stay!
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Kick Off to Summer!
Starts: 05/27/2026 - Ends: 05/31/2026
Start off summer right with a dip in the ocean or a splash in the pool! We'll have activities to celebrate summer on the campground. More details to come.
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Slime Week
Starts: 06/08/2026 - Ends: 06/14/2026
Get ready to get messy with our slime-tastic weekend. More details to come.
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Camping in COLOR
Starts: 07/27/2026 - Ends: 08/02/2026
Join us for one colorful weekend! More details to come.
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Snakes, Lizards & Frogs - Oh My!
Starts: 07/06/2026 - Ends: 07/12/2026
Learn more about interesting animals with us! More details to come.
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Ocracoke Fig Festival
Starts: 08/07/2026 - Ends: 08/08/2026
Celebrate the flavors of summer at a FREE, family-friendly event on Ocracoke Island!
The 11th annual Fig Festival returns to the Berkley Barn with live music, traditional Ocracoke square dancing, kids' crafts, and talks from local fig experts. Browse vendor booths filled with fig preserves, baked goods, fig trees, cookbooks, and more fig-inspired treats. Don't miss the grand finale of the weekend—a lively dance with the Ocracoke Rockers!
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Bluegrass Island Music Festival
Starts: 10/14/2026 - Ends: 10/17/2026
Music fans from around the world head to the Outer Banks for the highly anticipated Bluegrass Island Music Festival, featuring top regional and international bands. Held at scenic Roanoke Island Festival Park, this waterfront venue transforms into a 22-acre music haven each year.Tickets and lodging sell out quickly, so plan ahead—then relax, enjoy the views, and take in one of the OBX's most popular festivals.
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Outer Banks Seafood Festival
Starts: 10/17/2026 - Ends: 10/17/2026
Check out the Outer Banks Seafood Festival! This event is all about fun and educating, promoting, honoring and celebrating the local coastal seafood heritage and community.
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Annual Rogallo Kite Festival
Starts: 06/12/2026 - Ends: 06/13/2026
Celebrate aviation pioneer Francis Rogallo—whose designs launched hang gliding—at the 44th Annual Rogallo Kite Festival.Hosted by Kitty Hawk Kites at Jockey's Ridge State Park, the event features massive 30–100 ft kites, free stunt kite lessons, kids' activities, and plenty of sky-high fun for all ages.
