Outer Banks Current Events

January '12 | February '12 | March '12 | April '12 | June '12

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Outer Banks Sounds Music Showcase
01/19/2012 to 04/19/2012	Call (252) 473-5558
Shows are on January 19th, March 15th & April 19th. Presented by WVOD the Sound and Dare County Arts Council, Kelly’s Restaurant and Tavern, 7-9pm, every third Thursday through April. All original, all local musicians perform original music. Culmination of ongoing showcases will be an Outer Banks Sounds album or Visit Outer Banks Sounds Music Showcase or email info@darearts.org
34th Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show (Ghost Fleet Gallery)
01/28/2012 to 02/24/2012	Call 252 473 5558
On display at the Ghost Fleet Gallery in Nags Head through February, the Frank Stick Memorial Art Show includes a wide variety of local fine art ranging from conceptual to realistic. Featuring all original work, including sculpture, painting, drawing, fiber, pottery and mixed media, the show is the longest running visual art exhibition in the county. Stick gained recognition as an illustrator for magazines such as Collier’s, Saturday Evening Post, Ladies Home Journal and Outdoor America during the early part of the 20th century. He is most known for painting hundreds of hunting and fishing scenes to illustrate outdoor and adventure stories. or Visit 34th Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show (Ghost Fleet Gallery)
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27th Annual Oyster Feast
02/11/2012 to 02/11/2012	Call (252) 473-5869
All you can eat fried and steamed oysters, fried fish (complete with trimmings). Huge bake sale. Adults $25 Children (10 & under) $10 Bayview Drive Stumpy Point , NC 27978 or Visit 27th Annual Oyster Feast
March '12	Return to Top
Battle of Roanoke Island Flat Bottom Boats Exhibit
03/01/2012 to 09/01/2012	Call (252) 475-1500
In recognition of the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War Battle of Roanoke Island, an exhibit will feature flat bottom boats that were used during the battle. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com or Visit Battle of Roanoke Island Flat Bottom Boats Exhibit
15th Annual Priceless Pieces Quilt Show
03/02/2012 to 03/24/2012	Call 252 475 1500
Art Gallery. Meet-the Artist reception- March 2 6-8- p.m. The annual showing of handcrafted quilts – old and new – featuring colors, designs and textures opens Friday, March 2 with a public reception from 6-8 p.m. It is on display d through March 24, Monday- Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free. Antique and new quilts will be on display. The collection is drawn from quilt makers or quilt owners attached to the Eastern, NC region. Sponsored by the Teacup Quilters, the exhibition features full-sized and mini quilts. Past shows have seen 80 or more examples of quilts ranging in date from the 19th to the 21st century. Traditional patterns are used on many quilts. Viewers witness deft design and color choices, quilting, embroidery and appliqué skills. Quilts also can sport themes such as nature and history. The Teacup Quilters will be available weekdays beginning at 10 a.m. or Visit 15th Annual Priceless Pieces Quilt Show
Western Carolina Children's Show
03/10/2012 to 03/10/2012	Call (252) 475-1500
Indoor Theatre. Tickets are $5 for adults and those 6-12. 5 and under are free. One Festival Park Manteo, NC 27954 or Visit Western Carolina Children's Show
OBX Taste of the Beach
03/15/2012 to 03/18/2012
Four days of food, drinks and fun. Presented by the Dare County Restaurant Association. This grand food festival will feature wine tastings, cooking classes, special menu presentations, celebrity guest chef appearances, brewery tours, tapas crawls and many more events with an exciting array of creative combinations and culinary delights or Visit OBX Taste of the Beach
First Flight Cruisers 5th Annual Shamrock Car Show and Poker Run
03/15/2012 to 03/18/2012
All events are 'rain or shine'! Start the show off right with a Welcome Reception, Thursday, March 15th at Mako Mikes. The following day enjoy the Poker Run, Friday, March 16th. The Shamrock Car, Truck and Bike Show is Saturday, March 17th at First Flight High School. Visit our website for more information. 100 Veterans Drive Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948 or Visit First Flight Cruisers 5th Annual Shamrock Car Show and Poker Run
3rd Annual Night at the Races
03/17/2012 to 03/17/2012	Contact Abby at 252 453 8002
Join us at the Hilton Garden Inn for exciting horse racing action, heavy hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, hat contest, silent auction, and much more! Doors open at 6:30; first race starts at 7:00. Tickets will be available soon online, at the Wild Horse Museum, and at the door. Ticket price and details to follow. Mark your calendar! or Visit 3rd Annual Night at the Races or email programs@corollawildhorses.com
Kelly’s 23rd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
03/18/2012 to 03/18/2012
Virginia Dare Trail/Beach Road, MP 11.5 - 10.5, Nags Head. 1 p.m. Rain or shine. The largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade in NC travels the greenest mile in the Tarheel state. Over 1,500 participants and approximately 10,000 spectators enjoy an afternoon filled with floats, live music, marching bands and creative marching/walking/motorized units. Virginia Dare Trail/Beach Road, MP 11.5 - 10.5 Nags Head, NC 27959 or Visit Kelly’s 23rd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
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10th Annual Outer Banks Bike Week
04/19/2012 to 04/29/2012	Call (252) 255-5922
Packed full with entertainment, great food, events and special attractions. Bike Shows, Poker Runs, Guided Tours, Party Nights, Tattoo and Bikini Contests, Over 100 Vendors, Live Music, Outdoor Concerts, Pig Pickin & more! or Visit 10th Annual Outer Banks Bike Week
Flying Pirate Half Marathon
04/21/2012 to 04/22/2012	Call (252) 255-6273
Outer Banks Half Marathoners, here's your chance to see the first half of the Outer Banks Marathon course! Address & Phone 100 Veterans Drive Kill Devil Hills, NC 27949 Event Price $65 *Entry Fees: $65 until 1/1/12 $75 1/2/12 - 04/15/12 (online registration closes at midnight, est) $85 EXPO (register in person) or Visit Flying Pirate Half Marathon
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Faire Days 2012
06/13/2012 to 08/29/2012
Welcome to stores and nature intertwined for a unique shopping experience...park in the shade to meander tree covered walkways between a menagerie of specialty stores and fine eateries. Quench your thirst with a cool drink in the commons all year long for four seasons of timeless wonder. Fall in love with our quaint family gathering place as cares disappear into quintessential Outer Banks memories. or Visit Faire Days 2012