obx seafood fest = amazing

It would be tough to imagine a better day or better conditions for this year’s Outer Banks Seafood Festival. This article by Kip Tabb writing for the North Beach Sun captures some of the fun and festivities! “Whoever dialed up the weather for the 4th Annual Outer Banks Seafood Festival gets my vote for citizen of the year. With temperatures… Continue reading obx seafood fest = amazing

sharks didn’t scare off obx visitors

Summer challenges on the Outer Banks included shark attacks and July 4th falling on a Saturday–but early indications are that it may have been the best yet. Writing for the Outer Banks Sentinel, Neel Keller reports on Outer Banks Visitors Bureau Executive Director Lee Nettles remarks about the summer of 2015. “Even with all the… Continue reading sharks didn’t scare off obx visitors

hatteras island is SO money

To many, Hatteras Island is the “real” Outer Banks, boasting miles of uncrowded shoreline, a proud fishing heritage, and a less hurried lifestyle than the northern beaches. But being an island isn’t easy; issues with Highway 12, controversial beach closings, and the Bonner Bridge lawsuit have lately left some wondering if all this island trouble is worth fixing. This… Continue reading hatteras island is SO money

outer banks event site taking shape

After hosting a number of successful outdoor events, including the Outer Banks Seafood Festival, plans to upgrade the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau’s event site in Nags Head is taking shape. Rob Morris writing for the Outer Banks Voice takes a look at the plans and history for the site. “Dump trucks and heavy machinery are starting… Continue reading outer banks event site taking shape

nu-blu hits the lost colony stage friday

Great music for a great cause! Check out Nu-Blu at the Lost Colony’s Soundstage Theatre this Friday evening! It’s all part of Veterans Writing Weekend sponsored by the Dare County Arts Council, local businesses and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. On Friday, November 14th at 7pm, The Lost Colony, the Dare County Arts Council, and… Continue reading nu-blu hits the lost colony stage friday

craft brewfest coming to obx

It’s still at least seven months in the future, but it’s never to early to start planning for a day of sampling great beer and excellent food. Check out this information about the OBX Brewfest Inaugural Craft Beer Festival to Hit Outer Banks of North Carolina in Spring 2015 On May 31, 2015, Hype Promotions is bringing a new… Continue reading craft brewfest coming to obx

lost colony’s psychopath returns to obx

Prepare to be afraid . . . to be very, very afraid . . . Once again The Lost Colony’s PsychoPath is taking shape. Many will venture in . . . some will return . . .and they are offering a special sneak preview on September 26 & 27! Special ‘Sneak Preview’ Weekend Announced For PsychoPath 2014 The… Continue reading lost colony’s psychopath returns to obx

visit the outer banks!

This gem of a video was created by our Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. It’s a delightful sampling of many things we love about the Outer Banks. From sea to sound, we enjoy wondrous variety! The official video was shot in 16mm film, showcasing our wonderful beaches, vast barrier island landscapes and historic sites such as Cape… Continue reading visit the outer banks!