Halloween, Shrimp Cook-Off, March for Babies, Turtle Fiesta and More!!!! This week on the Outer Banks is filled with so much fun… And next week, the Marathon! (obxmarathon.org) OUTER BANKS FALL RESTAURANT WEEK – Begins October 25th – November 2nd - Make plans to get to the Outer Banks for this week filled foodie fun along with special event... This is our biggest Restaurant Week to date, with 24 restaurants participating from Duck to Buxton! Outer Banks Restaurant Week gives local food enthusiasts and visitors an opportunity to enjoy 3-course breakfast, lunch or dinner menus at participating restaurants at a fixed price of either $20 or $35. (Sales tax and gratuity are not included, please note that). outerbanksrestaurantweek/ ELIZABETH II 30TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBIT – November 2nd – 30th – Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo - The Exhibit tells the story of the construction of theElizabeth II- from framing to launching. Also included will be photos of the building of the ship, blueprints of the Elizabeth II and various artifacts pertaining to the ship. Letters and drawings that children have written after visiting the ship will be on display. The exhibit will continue through December 31 and is FREE and open to the public. roanokeisland/featured-event-2013-25.aspx MARCH OF DIMES OBX MARCH TO HELP BABIES – November 2nd – Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo - Registration begins at 10 a.m. and the walk begins at 11 a.m. The money raised for March of Dimes for Babies funds research and programs that help babies live healthy lives. Contact local OBX March of Dimes Director, Stephanie Baker at sbaker@marchofdimes or call (252) 261-3339 or cell (240) 432-1994. marchforbabies.org FIESTA FOR SEA TURTLES - November 2ND – Hilton Garden Inn, Kitty Hawk – 6:00 pm - The fun filled evening will include - Margaritas at 6 pm (cash bar), Mexican Fiesta Buffet at 7 pm, BINGO at 8 pm with cash prizes!! Sombrero Contest (wear your best Mexican hat!!) Tickets are $40 per person in advance ($50 at the door). Monies raised at this event will benefit Network for Endangered Sea Turtles (N.E.S.T.) to help with veterinary expenses at their rehabilitation center at the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island (NCARI). N.E.S.T. in partnership with NCARI is currently in the beginning stages of building an expanded rehabilitation facility called S.T.A.R. (Sea Turtle Assistance and Rehabilitation Center). For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit nestonline.org/news/964/fiesta-for-sea-turtles/ THE 4TH ANNUAL OUTER BANKS SHRIMP COOK-OFF – November 2nd – Ocean Boulevard Bistro & Martini Bar, Kitty Hawk – 12:00 – 3:00 pm - Ten local restaurants will compete to prepare the best shrimp dish. Also featured at the event will be a large silent auction, door prizes, drink specials, live DJ, and an outreach booth with information about local dolphin conservation. Tickets are $20 and may be purchased at the door on the day of the event or in advance at Ocean Boulevard Bistro and Martini Bar, Outer Banks Veterinary Hospital, or Salty Paws Biscuits. All proceeds benefit the Outer Banks dolphins! obxdolphins.org/upcoming-events/outer-banks-shrimp-cook-off/ SPECIAL HALLOWEEN HAUNTINGS… THE HAUNTED HOUSE – October 21st – 31st – First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills - The OBX Jubilee Presents The Haunted House! - Ok Folks just when you thought the good stuff was over here at the Jubilee ???? Wrong !!! We are getting Ready for Halloween yes Halloween, Starting October 21st thru October 31st we will have all the Ghost and Goblins move in and Have a Haunted House !!! obxhaunt/#! RIPPED FROM THE SILVER SCREEN – October 21st – 31st – Jubilee Theatre, Kitty Hawk – 7:00 pm – DEFINITELY NOT FOR CHILDREN! There is a haunting taking place on the Outer Banks. The gruesome legacy of the serial killer Rachel Bates makes wanting to watch an old horror film possibly the most frightening experience of your life! obxhaunt/#!the-story CREEPY IN COROLLA - October 30th – Whalehead, Corolla - 5:00 pm - 8:15 pm - Whalehead in Historic Corolla and the Currituck Beach Lighthouse will co-host a one-night-only event. Tickets are $10 purchased at Whalehead where you will take a ghost tour then walk through the darkness to the lighthouse for a frightening climb and a trick or treat at the top! Kids 5 years and younger are FREE. All proceeds benefit Waters Edge Village School. https://visitwhalehead/event/creepy-in-corolla/ TRUNK OR TREAT AT THE BEACH KLUB - October 31st – Avon - Koru Village will host a Trunk or Treat followed by a concert and costume party at the Beach Klub from 4:30-10pm. “The Trunk or Treat will provide a safe environment for children to trick or treat. Cars are going to be decorated for Halloween and we will be giving out candy,” said Vice President of the Avon Property Owners’ Association Pat Weston. The Trunk or Treat is free and will be in the Beach Klub’s parking lot from 4:30-6:30pm. If you are interested in having a ‘trunk’ in the lot, please call Koru Village and sign up in advance. koruvillage/events/trunk-or-treat/ WEEKLY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT & ACTIVITIES! DARE COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL PRESENTS – Outer Banks Fiber Guild and Pocosin Arts Metals Guild Exhibits – November 1st – 30th – Manteo – Creative explorations of the colors & textures of textiles and a display of ancestry spoons that tell stories. 104 Sir Walter Raleigh Street, Manteo. darearts.org OUTER BANKS RESTAURANT TOURS include fantastic culinary adventures! KITTY HAWK MONDAYS – Visit some of the OBX premier restaurants – BLUE CRAB KAYAK & COOK - Tuesdays - One-of-a-kind, family-friendly adventure - DUCK TUESDAYS - Spending an afternoon walking in the quaint village of Duck and sampling great food and drink? - BREWS-DAY TUESDAY - Join us for a fun and informative afternoon of beer tasting – COROLLA WEDNESDAYS - A unique culinary experience. – WEDNESDAY HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS - Ever wonder how to properly local fresh fish & produce? This class is for you! – THIRSTY THURSDAY WINERY TOUR – A private tour of the vineyards – THURSDAY DESSERT TOUR - Meet the chefs and taste samples of their sweet creations. - THURSDAY COASTAL CAROLINA COOKING DEMONSTRATION CLASS - Chef Any Huggins Gaw of Outer Banks Epicurean shows you how to prepare a couple of healthy dishes, Coastal Carolina style. outerbanksrestauranttours/ SKY BLUE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES – Hatteras Island - a Summer-long series of waterfront, LIVE music performances in Cape Hatteras. These shows are hosted on the waterfront deck at the REAL Flagship Store in the Village of Waves. Dinner and drinks are available at all shows from Watermens Bar & Grill. Family Friendly Atmosphere! All shows are FREE Admission, 6pm – 10pm, unless otherwise noted. realwatersports/music LIVE MUSIC NIGHTLY – Fish Heads Bar & Grill – Outer Banks Fishing Pier – Nags Head – Great place for family fun and fantastic food! Every evening promises fun, live entertainment (weather permitting). fishingunlimited.net/OuterBanksPier.html MOONLIGHT GHOST TOUR - Wednesday & Thursday 8:00 p.m. Whalehead – Corolla - This popular tour encompasses Outer Banks legend and lore with a focus on Historic Corolla Village and Whalehead. Hear stories about famous shipwrecks, such as the Metropolis, how they impacted the residents in Corolla, and the ghostly tales that the locals tell about lives lost from this wreck. You will also learn about the research findings by the Coastal Paranormal Investigations Group and Haunted North Carolina when they visited Whalehead in the summer of 2009. *Advanced Reservations Required* - To Purchase Tickets go to: visitwhalehead/product-category/ticket-sales/ WINE TASTING – Every Day – 2:00 – 4:00 pm – Corolla - Bacchus Wine and Cheese in the Monteray Plaza Come enjoy 6 different wines. Learn how to properly taste wines, expand your knowledge of varietals, and enjoy a wide selection of gourmet foods. bacchuswineandcheese/wine.php ON-GOING ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS! NORTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM – Roanoke Island - Snack with the Sharks, Happy Otter Hour and so much more the NC Aquarium has a full calendar of daily activities, indoor and outdoor activities, camps and special events that will make the whole family want to come back every day. ncaquariums/roanoke-island JENNETTE’S PIER –Nags Head – From Surf Fishing Workshops to Science Behind the Scenes and much more your family will have so much fun any day of the week at Jeanette’s Pier. reservations.ncaquariums/jennettespier/CalendarView.aspx WHALEHEAD CLUB & CURRITUCK HERITAGE PARK – Situated on 39 acres of pristine water front property, Currituck Heritage Park has much to offer all visitors. Located inside the park are Whalehead Historic House Museum and Restored Boathouse, the Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education, and the Currituck Beach Lighthouse. Stroll back in time as you visit this stunning 1920’s mansion, learn about local wildlife and visit one of the Outer Banks famous lighthouses. whaleheadclub.org/ FRISCO NATIVE AMERICAN MUSEUM & NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM CENTER – Hatteras - Offering a number of special programs for children and families. Explore the Fossil Pile holding wonders from the Aurora Fossil pits. Find sharks teeth, shells and other fossils dating back millions of years. Beginning Archeology, Birding for FUN and much, much more! nativeamericanmuseum.org GRAVEYARD OF THE ATLANTIC MUSEUM - Hatteras - Enjoy a fascinating visual story filled with mystery, history and true treasure perfect for visitors of all ages. Take a treasure hunt in the Museum and receive a surprise! Phone: 252-986-2995. Do not miss this and all the other delightful activities and presentation provided by the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum! calendarwiz/calendars/calendar.php?crd=graveyard&PHPSESSID=fbea333d54910edf371f6d45a632a4c6&jsenabled=1&winH=758 ROANOKE ISLAND FESTIVAL PARK – Manteo – Bring the family and enjoy this interactive look into the Outer Banks’ fascinating past. Board the Elizabeth II and learn firsthand how sailors lived in the 1500s. Throughout the park watch costumed interpreters give you a personal look at what life was like for the first English settlers. Don’t miss this wonderful way to experience a different side of the Outer Banks. roanokeisland/ OCRACOKE ISLAND – Don’t miss this wonderful part of the Outer Banks. Take the free ferry from Hatteras and explore the winding streets that Blackbeard loved to walk. Stop into Teach’s Hole Blackbeard Exhibit to learn more about one of the most famous pirates. The British Cemetery and the Ocracoke Preservation Society will help you to understand how important this lovely little island really has been to American history. ocracokevillage/ JOCKEY’S RIDGE STATE PARK – All Month – Nags Head - Jockey’s Ridge has some of the best family activities available. From exploring the ecosystem to hiking the dunes there is something for everyone! jockeysridgestatepark/calendar.html ELIZABETHAN GARDENS – Roanoke Island – Fanciful and elaborate gardens were kept to entertain Queen Elizabeth I during her reign. Our garden was created for your enjoyment, and as a living memorial to the time when Sir Walter Raleigh’s lost colonists lived in this very place over 400 years ago. Don’t miss the family-friendly events, workshops and classes including Minty Monday, Storybook Tuesday, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, Tea with the Queen, and Fragrant Fridays. elizabethangardens.org/ COROLLA WILD HORSE FUND CENTER – Corolla – Learn about our historic Spanish Mustangs and the fund’s efforts to protect, conserve, and responsibly manage the herd of wild Colonial Spanish Mustangs roaming freely on the northernmost Currituck Outer Banks, and to promote the continued preservation of this land as a permanent sanctuary for horses designated as the State Horse and defined as a cultural treasure by the state of North Carolina. corollawildhorses/ CHICAMACOMICO LIFESAVING STATION – Rodanthe – The history of the US Coast Guard starts here! A great way for the family to experience living history. The most complete site of remaining life-saving stations in North Carolina and one of the nation’s most complete sites. calendarwiz/calendars/calendar.php?&crd=lkassociates&cid[]=75006&PHPSESSID=cc3f57de00afde118bb1e1adeca40537 NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGES – There is a huge variety of activities for the whole family at Alligator River and Pea Island Refuges. Wolves and Birds and Bears – Oh My! Don’t miss the Famous Red Wolf Howling - learn more about red wolves at the only place in the world where they still exist in the wild! Get a chance to hear the harmonious howl of this endangered species. Day or Night there is something for everyone and a number of the activities are FREE. fws.gov/alligatorriver/spec.html CAPE HATTERAS NATIONAL SEASHORE – Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands – Home of the world famous Hatteras Lighthouse! Throughout the month of July the National Park Service presents a fantastic variety of fun family activities – Soundside Seining, Sea Turtles for Kids, and Pirates to name a few. Don’t miss out on this fun!!! nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/events.htm
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