Summer is certainly the most popular season for travel to the Outer Banks. Families pack up and drive great lengths to spend a week at the beach! While it's expected that you will enjoy some much needed relaxation, you may also want to partake in some happenings and local events during your trip! If you haven't already planned your Outer Banks vacation for Summer 2025, maybe one of these enticing Summer events will be the extra push you needed to make it happen! Here are the top 5 events going on this Summer on the Outer Banks. For more local events, check out our events page.
4th Of July Fireworks & Events
The Outer Banks is the best place to be to celebrate Independence Day! With several fireworks displays on the beach such as Corolla, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head and Roanoke Island, you'll have plenty of options for enjoying brilliant fireworks with a picturesque background! Fireworks spectacles typically take place after dark on July 4th. The Town of Duck has a daytime 4th of July parade and celebration.
Kite Festivals
Outer Banks Annual Wright Kite Festival - July 18th & 19th at Wright Brother's Monument in Kill Devil Hills
Summer Music & Concerts
Summer 2025 has a full line-up of concerts to take place. There will be several big names appearing at the beautiful Roanoke Festival Park and at the new Morris Farm Back 40 Live!
View Roanoke Festival Park Concert Events View Morris Farm Music Events Schedule
Also, the Town of Duck hosts a weekly Music on the Green series with live music on select Thursday's through Summer. In addition to music events, Duck's town park also hosts weekly magic shows, yoga and movie nights!