OBX July Events

July on the Outer Banks is a vibrant tapestry of summer fun! The average temperature hovers in the mid-80s, perfect for building sandcastles, splashing in the waves, or trying your hand at water sports like surfing, kayaking, or paddleboarding. The evenings come alive with live music performances, cultural events and the festive spirit of the Fourth of July, filled with parades and dazzling fireworks. Whether you seek relaxation on the shore or adventurous exploration, July on the Outer Banks promises an unforgettable summer escape.

July 1-31

The Lost Colony

Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Set on the soundfront on Roanoke Island, enjoy this 87 year-old musical under the stars.

Waterside Theater, Manteo, NC

7:45 PM

July 2

First Flight Farmers Market

Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive

Kill Devil Hills, NC

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

July 3

Dynamic Flow on the Green

Duck Town Green

7:30 AM

Duck, NC

Soundside Summer Market

Soundside Event Site, Nags Head, NC

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Corolla Cork and Craft

Historic Corolla Park - Whalehead

3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Corolla, NC

July 4

Town of Duck 4th of July Parade 

Duck, NC

9:00 AM

Killer Dunes 2-miler

Jockey’s Ridge State Park

8:00 AM

Dowdy Park Farmer’s Market

Dowdy Park, Nags Head, NC

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

The Town of Kill Devil Hills Fireworks Show

Avalon Pier, Milepost 6, Kill Devil Hills

9:15 PM

Town of Nags Head Fireworks Spectacular

9:25 PM

Nags Head Fishing Pier, NC

The Town of Manteo 4th of July Celebration

Begins 3:00 PM

Manteo, NC

First Flight Farmers Market

Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive

Kill Devil Hills, NC

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Movie on the Green – Toy Story

Duck Town Green

Dusk

Duck, NC

July 10

July 16

First Flight Farmers Market

Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive

Kill Devil Hills, NC

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

July 17

Soundside Summer Market

Soundside Event Site, Nags Head, NC

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Corolla Cork and Craft

Historic Corolla Park - Whalehead

3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Corolla, NC

July 18

Dowdy Park Farmer’s Market

Dowdy Park, Nags Head, NC

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

July 19-20

Annual Wright Kite Festival

Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, NC

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

July 23

First Flight Farmers Market

Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive

Kill Devil Hills, NC

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Movie on the Green – Shrek

Duck Town Green

Dusk

Duck, NC

July 24 

Dynamic Flow on the Green

Duck Town Green

7:30 AM

Duck, NC

July 30

First Flight Farmers Market

Aviation Park, 103 Veterans Drive

Kill Devil Hills, NC

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Corolla Cork and Craft

Historic Corolla Park - Whalehead

3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Corolla, NC

July 31

Soundside Summer Market

Soundside Event Site, Nags Head, NC

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Corolla Cork and Craft

Historic Corolla Park - Whalehead

3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Corolla, NC