Outer Banks Winter Events Calendar 2013 – 2014
North Beach Sun Events Calendar –
110th Anniversary of the Wright Brothers first flight, December 17, 2013.
Get event updates and info at northbeachsun.com
November
Elizabeth II 30th Anniversary Exhibit
November – December 1
Visit the exhibit that explains the history and construction of the Elizabeth II.
Roanoke Island Festival Park, Manteo
roanokeisland.com
Christmas in Corolla Candlelit Tour
November 21 – December 28 (Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays)
Enjoy the beauty of Whalehead aglow in the splendor of a 1920’s Christmas.
Whalehead Club, Corolla
First in Flight Holiday Lights “Frog Pond”
November 25 – January 3
4000 twinkle lights and holiday decorations adorn the walking path around Frog Pond.
Aviation Park, Kill Devil Hills
18th Annual Advice 5K Turkey Trot
November 28
Start your Thanksgiving off by burning the calories in the annual 5K Turkey Trot in Duck.
Scarborough Lane, Duck
Island Foodways
November 29 – 30
Learn how the early inhabitants of Roanoke Island prepared for the winter. Activities will include hearth cooking, candle making, food preservation, wagon rides and more. Bring in a non-perishable food item and receive $1 off admission.
Island Farm, Manteo
252-473-6500, www.theislandfarm.com
Hanging with Santa
November 29 – 30
Take the kids by the Kitty Hawk Kites Store across from Jockey’s Ridge in Nags Head on Friday or Saturday for a visit with Saint Nick.
877-359-8447, www.kittyhawk.com
Kites with Lights
November 30
Watch the night sky over Jockey’s Ridge light up as kites with lights soar above. Warm up with free hot cider and cookies inside the store.
Jockey’s Ridge, Nags Head
877-359-8447, www.kittyhawk.com
The Big Curri-shuck
November 30
Enjoy all-you-can eat local steamed oysters and crabs from I Got Your Crabs restaurant, local wines from Sanctuary Vineyards and live music from 12-4PM.
Sanctuary Vineyards, Jarvisburg
Redfish Saturday Fishing Tournament
November 30
Drop a line in the third annual tournament at Jennette’s Pier.
Jennette’s Pier, Nags Head
252-255-1501, www.jennettespier.net
December
Santa Claus in Duck.
Winterlights
December 3 – January 4
Take a stroll through the beautifully lit Elizabethan Gardens throughout the holiday season from Tuesday through Saturday. The Grand Illumination is November 30.
Elizabethan Gardens, Manteo
252-473-3234, elizabethangardens.org
25th Annual Festival of Trees
December 5 – 7
This 3-day event includes a visit with Santa, activities for children, musical performances, and an auction of donated and decorated Christmas trees at the Gala Holiday Social. The Festival of Trees is a fundraiser for Outer Banks Hotline, a local non-profit organization that aids victims of domestic and sexual abuse.
Jennette’s Pier, Nags Head
Holiday Illumination
December 6
Water’s Edge Village School and Currituck County High School Chorus will sing outside and then move inside to be accompanied by Mrs. Knight’s Steinway piano. Bundle up and bring your singing voice!
252-453-9040 ext. 228, www.visitwhalehead.com
Duck’s Yuletide Celebration
December 6 – 7
Friday night enjoy a Tapas Crawl through the Town of Duck as merchants keep their doors open later for shoppers. On Saturday watch Santa arrive at the Duck Town Green on a fire truck to light the Town’s Crab Pot Tree.
Duck Town Green, Duck
Manteo Christmas Parade & Lighting Festivities
December 6 – 7
Elizabeth R at 2012 Manteo Christmas Tree lighting.
Friday night watch the Grand Illumination in front of the historic Manteo courthouse, and then Saturday enjoy the Christmas parade through downtown Manteo. Take photos with Santa afterwards at the Roanoke Island Maritime Museum.
Downtown Manteo
252-473-2133, townofmanteo.com
First Friday
December 7
Downtown Manteo comes alive on the first Friday of each month from 4–8 PM.
Manteo
Free Fall Saturday Red Wolf Howlings
December 7
Meet at the Creef Cut Wildlife Trail to hear the red wolf in the only place in the world where they still exist in the wild.
Creef Cut Wildlife Trail, Manteo
252-216-9464
Let’s Celebrate Christmas Show
December 7 – 14
Natalie Drummond and cast from the Outer Banks Music Showcase feature the Limelight Kid’s Choir in this Christmas concert.
First Flight High School Auditorium
252-619-4061
Breakfast with Santa
December 8
Buffet breakfast and one-on-one time with Santa! A photographer will be on hand. Share on Facebook or email. $9 in advance only, quantities limited.
Pamlico Jack’s Restaurant, Nags Head
OBXmas.com, web@vrobx.com or 252-449-9235.
Santa and the Train
December 10
Santa stops by the Outer Banks Brewing Station for the 5th Annual Santa and the Train festivities. Kids can make Christmas crafts, ride the train and take pictures with Santa.
Outer Banks Brewing Station, Kill Devil Hills
Christmas Past at Island Farm
December 14
Ride on an ox-drawn wagon, visit with Santa, help decorate the tree, eat cookies and watch the preparation of a traditional 1850s Christmas dinner.
Island Farm, Manteo
252-473-6500, theislandfarm.com
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Winter Climb
December 14
Visitors to the lighthouse can take part in this special “winter climb” from 9AM-2PM.
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Buxton
110th Annual Celebration of the Wright Brothers First Flight
December 17
This milestone will be celebrated at the same place the very first flight occurred.
110th Anniversary of the Wright Brothers first flight, December 17, 2013.
Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills
252-473-2111
Winterlights with Santa
December 21
Santa makes an appearance at the Elizabethan Gardens from 6-9PM.
Elizabethan Gardens, Manteo
252-473-3234, elizabethangardens.org
Outer Banks Festivus Road Race 5K/10K and the Little Elf Jingle Jog
December 21
Outer Banks Runcations hosts this run through the streets of Southern Shores that includes a morning photo op with Santa.
Southern Shores
252-489-8239, runcations.com
January/February/March
Winners of 2012 Dream Vacation at Wedding Expo. Photo Daniel Pullen Photography.
2014 Wedding Weekend and Expo
January 17 – 19
Meet local wedding professionals, take a tour of venues and restaurants and register to win wedding giveaways, including the chance to win a Dream Wedding.
First Flight High School, Kill Devil Hills
Tshombe Selby in Concert
January 19
Hear the power of Manteo’s Tshombe Selby’s operatic vocalizations in concert.
First Assembly of God Church, Manteo
252-473-5408
36th Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show
January 25 – February 22
Local art, ranging from conceptual to realistic, will be on display at Glenn Eure’s Ghost Fleet Gallery for nearly a month.
Glenn Eure’s Ghost Fleet Gallery, Nags Head
252-473-5558
Literary Open Mic Night
February 13
Hear readings and or share your own. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Dare County Arts Council.
Glenn Eure’s Ghost Fleet Gallery. Nags Head
252- 473-5558, darearts.org
Seaside Singers/Strings, directed by Cezette Barnes
February 16
Listen to the combined strings and voices of First Flight High School Advanced Choir and String Ensemble.
Duck United Methodist Church, Duck
252-473-5408
Outer Banks Signature Chefs Auction
February 23
Chefs from the finest Outer Banks restaurants including Ocean Blvd., Coastal Provisions and The Sanderling Resort provide tastings and Live Auction packages. Wine/beer, music included. $60. Benefit for the March of Dimes.
Hilton Garden Inn, Kitty Hawk.
252-261-3339 or sbaker@marchofdimes.com for more information.
Oliver! The Musical
February 28, March 1, 2, 7, 8, 9
Dicken’s classic tale of the triumph of human spirit put to the memorable sounds of Lionel Bart’s music and lyrics.
Roanoke Island College of the Albemarle, Manteo
2014 Mardi Gras Gala
March 1
Dance the night away to live jazz music, dine on a New Orleans-style buffet and bid on silent auction items at the Mardi Gras Gala to raise money for the Outer Banks Children’s Museum.
Jennette’s Pier, Nags Head
252-261-0290, www.childrenatplayobx.com
Graveyard 100 Ultramarathon
March 8
This 100-mile race takes runners along Highway 12 through the Cape Hatteras National Seashore and over Bonner Bridge.
Outer Banks Taste of the Beach March 13-16. A community wide event.
OBX Taste of the Beach
March 13 – 16
This multi-day event, sponsored by the Dare County Restaurant Association, features tapas crawls, wine tastings, cooking classes, brewery tours and much more.
The Outer Banks Wedding Show
March 15
Brides won’t want to miss this wedding show presented by obxbrides.com that features Outer Banks wedding vendors.
Sanderling Resort, Duck
Sweet Moments, Music to Savor
March 16
Listen to the sounds of Elaine “Lainie” Reed, Jo Anne Swartz, and Barry Ambrose.
Kitty Hawk United Methodist Church, Kitty Hawk
252-473-5408
Kelly’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 16
Take part in the largest St. Patrick’s Day parade in the state, complete with floats, marching bands and live music.
