# Festivals in Nags Head 2026 | Culture & Street Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Your guide to festivals in Nags Head 2026 — cultural celebrations, street fairs and food festivals. Find dates, locations and what to expect.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in Nags Head. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in Nags Head, you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in Nags Head listed on one platform - we have you covered.

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## Festivals Events in Nags Head

- **Event Name**: Outer Banks Kite Festival
  - **Description**: Join us for two high-flying days of color, music, and family fun at Jockey’s Ridge State Park!

The Outer Banks Kite Festival brings some of the nation’s top stunt kite pilots right here to our backyard. Look up to see massive display kites soaring high a
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  - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nags-head/outer-banks-kite-festival/200029566928245
  - **Venue**: Jockey's Ridge State Park
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- **Event Name**: DJB @ Outer Banks Seafood Festival
  - **Description**: Plenty of seafood, live music, local arts and crafts vendors, and so much more! This annual event raises funds for our local fishing industry through the Outer Banks Community Foundation. Ticket sales start May 1st, 2026.

https://www.outerbanksseafoodfes
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 12:30 pm – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 02:15 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nags-head/djb-outer-banks-seafood-festival/200029679215638
  - **Venue**: 6800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959-9051, United States
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  - **Categories**: festivals, music, live-music, art, entertainment, music-festivals
- **Event Name**: 10th Annual OBX Brewtag
  - **Description**: The 10th Annual OBX Brewtag!
Founded on the basis of fun and flight! Modeled after the whimsical and entertaining Red Bull Flugtag ("flying day"), OBX Brewtag contestants compete to see who can launch and fly a craft carrying an empty 1/6 keg barrel the f
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 24 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Oct 24 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nags-head/10th-annual-obx-brewtag/200030462095137
  - **Venue**: 6099 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, United States, North Carolina 27959
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- **Event Name**: CGC @ OBX Truck Fest
  - **Description**: Hosted at the Soundside Event Site in Nags Head, North Carolina
Get ready for the second annual OBX Truck Fest — a one-of-a-kind custom truck experience set against the beautiful backdrop of the Outer Banks shoreline. This family-friendly, non-profit even
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 06 2026 at 12:00 am – Sat Nov 07 2026 at 01:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nags-head/cgc-obx-truck-fest/200030524550613
  - **Venue**: 6800 S. Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959
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- **Event Name**: Kites with Lights
  - **Description**: Come spread the holiday cheer with Kitty Hawk Kites and a kites light show on Jockey’s Ridge!
Be sure to make it out on Saturday, November 28th from 4pm – 7pm for a light display like no other. Kites with Lights, at Jockey’s Ridge State Park, features lar
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat Nov 28 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nags-head/kites-with-lights/200029515997558
  - **Venue**: Jockey's Ridge State Park
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- **Event Name**: 2nd Annual OBX Truck Fest
  - **Description**: Back for year 2! In our first year we had 489 truck register, over 1,000 spectators, and raised $3,500 for charity. Back for year 2 bigger and better. All truck welcomed (except permanently squatted trucks). Legal cruising, raffles, awards, DJ, cruise ins
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 06 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Nov 07 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nags-head/2nd-annual-obx-truck-fest/200029215221830
  - **Venue**: 6800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC
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## Trending Events in Nags Head

- **Event Name**: Drag Brunch at Outer Banks Pride
  - **Description**: Delighted Tobehere, Gigi Monroe, Roy Fahrenheit and K2 Russo! We are thrilled to have these exciting drag performers to heat up your breakfast in the huge and gorgeous Overlook Room at Jennette's Pier. There is no better view of the Atlantic Ocean and old
  - **Venue**: Jennette's Pier
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- **Event Name**: OBX Jeep Mutiny 2026
  - **Description**: Jeep life meets coastal adventure! Beach Crawls, Trail Rides, Show & Shine Competition, Light Show & Competition, custom builds, vendors, Sunset Lighthouse Toy Run & Ride — Join Jeep enthusiasts from across the country for the ultimate beachsi
  - **Venue**: 6800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, United States, North Carolina 27959
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- **Event Name**: Soundside Labor Day Weekend Market 2026 - Nags Head, NC
  - **Description**: What's the perfect way to close out the 2026 summer season AND Labor Day Weekend? How about one more Soundside Summer Market, Labor Day Weekend edition? Yes, that's right, we're doing it ONE MORE TIME! Join us on Sunday, September 6, from 9 AM to 1 PM for
  - **Venue**: 6800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, United States, North Carolina 27959
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- **Event Name**: Outer Banks Kite Festival
  - **Description**: Join us for two high-flying days of color, music, and family fun at Jockey’s Ridge State Park!

The Outer Banks Kite Festival brings some of the nation’s top stunt kite pilots right here to our backyard. Look up to see massive display kites soaring high a
  - **Venue**: Jockey's Ridge State Park
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- **Event Name**: Friends of Jockey's Ridge Presents: An Evening with Mojo Collins & Special Guests
  - **Description**: Dune Days Concert with Mojo Collins & Special Guests at Jockey's Ridge State Park - Tickets Required for Entry

Dune Days is celebrated each year to commemorate the courage and determination of Carolista Baum, whose efforts helped protect Jockey’s Rid
  - **Venue**: 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States, North Carolina 27959
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- **Event Name**: DJB @ Outer Banks Seafood Festival
  - **Description**: Plenty of seafood, live music, local arts and crafts vendors, and so much more! This annual event raises funds for our local fishing industry through the Outer Banks Community Foundation. Ticket sales start May 1st, 2026.

https://www.outerbanksseafoodfes
  - **Venue**: 6800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959-9051, United States
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- **Event Name**: 10th Annual OBX Brewtag
  - **Description**: The 10th Annual OBX Brewtag!
Founded on the basis of fun and flight! Modeled after the whimsical and entertaining Red Bull Flugtag ("flying day"), OBX Brewtag contestants compete to see who can launch and fly a craft carrying an empty 1/6 keg barrel the f
  - **Venue**: 6099 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, United States, North Carolina 27959
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- **Event Name**: Surfrider and Kitty Hawk Kites Fall Beach Cleanup
  - **Description**: Kitty Hawk Kites is partnering with Surfrider Foundation Outer Banks Chapter to host a series of beach cleanups this season. Participants will meet at the Soundside Rd. public sound access on these dates:
April 19th at 4:00 PM
July 5th at 5:00 PM
Septembe
  - **Venue**: Jockeys Ridge Soundside Beach
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- **Event Name**: Mobile Food Pantry - Outer Banks Family YMCA
  - **Description**: Every third Wednesday of the month, the Outer Banks Family YMCA hosts a mobile food pantry.  Anyone who could use some support supplementing their grocery budget is welcome to pick up a box containing a variety of fresh, frozen, and dry goods.  Thank you,
  - **Venue**: Outer Banks Family YMCA
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Nags Head?
  - **A:** Outer Banks Kite Festival (Fri Sep 11 2026 at 10:00 am at Jockey's Ridge State Park), DJB @ Outer Banks Seafood Festival (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 12:30 pm at 6800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959-9051, United States), 10th Annual OBX Brewtag (Sat Oct 24 2026 at 11:00 am at 6099 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, United States, North Carolina 27959), CGC @ OBX Truck Fest (Fri Nov 06 2026 at 12:00 am at 6800 S. Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959), Kites with Lights (Sat Nov 28 2026 at 04:00 pm at Jockey's Ridge State Park).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Nags Head in September 2026?
  - **A:** Outer Banks Kite Festival (Fri Sep 11 2026 at 10:00 am at Jockey's Ridge State Park).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Nags Head?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Nags Head on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Nags Head?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Nags Head?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Nags Head include Jockey's Ridge State Park, 6800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959-9051, United States, 6099 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, United States, North Carolina 27959.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Nags Head?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Nags Head include Kitty Hawk Kites, The Daniel Jordan Band, OBX Brewtag.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Nags Head?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Nags Head.

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