Outer Banks, NC

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Top Picks: Nightlife

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Elizabethan Gardens
Roanoke Island
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Elizabethan Gardens, Little Diggers
Lost Colony Tavern
Manteo
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 12:00 pm
Lost Colony Tavern, Festival of Saint Patrick
AR Workshop Kill Devil Hills
Kill Devil Hills
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
AR Workshop Kill Devil Hills, 3 Hour Experience - Wood Workshop
Mahi Mahi's Island Grill
Nags Head
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Mahi Mahi's Island Grill, Martini Friday
Mahi Mahi's Island Grill
Nags Head
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Mahi Mahi's Island Grill, Local Appreciation Month
The Froggy Dog Restaurant & Pub
Avon
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
The Froggy Dog Restaurant & Pub, Live Music with Kim Kalman
Buffalo City Distillery
Point Harbor
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Buffalo City Distillery, Live Music
NouVines
Manteo
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 6:00 pm
NouVines, Live Music
Lost Colony Brewery Waterfront Beer Garden
Nags Head
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 6:00 pm
Lost Colony Brewery Waterfront Beer Garden, Trivia Night
The Pioneer Theater
Manteo
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 7:00 pm
The Pioneer Theater, Ty Fleming & the Fellas
Top Picks: Daytime Entertainment & Special Events

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Elizabethan Gardens
Roanoke Island
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Elizabethan Gardens, Little Diggers
Kitty Hawk Kites
Nags Head
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 10:00 am
Kitty Hawk Kites, Fly Into Spring Easter EGGstravaganza
Lost Colony Tavern
Manteo
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 12:00 pm
Lost Colony Tavern, Festival of Saint Patrick
AR Workshop Kill Devil Hills
Kill Devil Hills
Friday, March 29, 2024 - 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
AR Workshop Kill Devil Hills, 3 Hour Experience - Wood Workshop
Elizabethan Gardens
Roanoke Island
Saturday, March 30, 2024 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Elizabethan Gardens, Eastertide in the Gardens
Kitty Hawk Kites
Nags Head
Saturday, March 30, 2024 - 10:00 am
Kitty Hawk Kites, Fly Into Spring Easter EGGstravaganza
Soundside Market
Nags Head
Saturday, March 30, 2024 - 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Soundside Market, Soundside Spring Market
Lost Colony Tavern
Manteo
Saturday, March 30, 2024 - 12:00 pm
Lost Colony Tavern, Festival of Saint Patrick
The Inn on Pamlico Sound | Cafe Pamlico
Buxton
Sunday, March 31, 2024 - 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
The Inn on Pamlico Sound | Cafe Pamlico, Easter Sunday Brunch and Dinner
Basnight’s Lone Cedar Outer Banks Seafood Restaurant
Nags Head
Sunday, March 31, 2024 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Basnight’s Lone Cedar Outer Banks Seafood Restaurant, Easter Buffet
Top Picks: Great Plates

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Outland Seafood
Manns Harbor
Our fresh fish is delivered daily from the fishing fleet at Wanchese, Oregon Inlet and Hatteras. We sell whole or filet. Call to check... More info - Outland Seafood
Outland Seafood, Fresh Local Fish
Stripers Bar and Grille Manteo
Manteo
Stripers Bar and Grille Manteo, Oysters & Mashers
Garden Deli & Pizzeria
Manteo
Pepperoni, ham, Italian Sausage, and hamburger More info - Garden Deli & Pizzeria
Garden Deli & Pizzeria, Meatza Pizza
Carolina Bar-B-Que Company
Manteo
Our homemade pork bbq rolled up and deep fried. Comes with Carolina ranch dipping sauce. More info - Carolina Bar-B-Que Company
Carolina Bar-B-Que Company, Pork Puppies
Lost Colony Tavern
Manteo
Lost Colony Tavern, Guinness
La Fogata Mexican Restaurant Kitty Hawk
Kitty Hawk
La Fogata Mexican Restaurant Kitty Hawk, Ceviche
NouVines
Manteo
Rotating selection of artisan cheeses, cured meats and accompaniments. More info - NouVines
NouVines, Charcuterie Board
Fig Tree Bakery & Deli and Sweettooth
Ocracoke
Homemade, personalized cakes for any occasion More info - Fig Tree Bakery & Deli and Sweettooth
Fig Tree Bakery & Deli and Sweettooth, Pies and Cakes
Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill
Kitty Hawk
Two soft tacos topped with corn salsa and fresh cilantro and served with fries. Choose from fried shrimp, grilled chicken or seared tuna. More info - Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill
Shipwrecks Taphouse & Grill, Bang Bang Taco Plate
The Breeze Nightclub & Bar
Ocracoke
The Breeze Nightclub & Bar, Appetizers
Top Picks: Shopping Must Haves

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Outer Banks Boarding Company
Nags Head
Vans The Classic Slip-On has a low profile, slip-on canvas upper with all-over checker print, elastic side accents, Vans flag label and... More info - Outer Banks Boarding Company
Outer Banks Boarding Company, Vans Checkerboard Slip-Ons Black/ Off White
Cotton Gin
Corolla, Duck, Jarvisburg, Nags Head
Brighten up your home or rental house with some great beach decor! More info - Cotton Gin
Cotton Gin, Nautical Decor
Birthday Suits
Corolla, Duck, Kill Devil Hills
We always carry a wide variety of flannels in numerous brands and sizes. More info - Birthday Suits
Birthday Suits, Men's Flannel Shirts
Mermaid’s Folly
Ocracoke
Browse our selection of loose-fitting tie dye pants. Perfect for lounging around or taking a stroll on the beach! More info - Mermaid’s Folly
Mermaid’s Folly, Tie Dye Pants
Salty Burns
Kill Devil Hills
We can custom design any kind of theme you would like seen turned into a piece of art. More info - Salty Burns
Salty Burns, Personalized Wood Art
Moonraker Tea Shop
Ocracoke
Basically we will get all the items together for you to have the perfect tea party at home! We have a disposable carafe that can serve... More info - Moonraker Tea Shop
Moonraker Tea Shop, Tea Party To Go
Moonraker Tea Shop
Ocracoke
Double-lid basket with service for two, roll-up flatware pouch, coupon for 2 iced/Hot Teas, Coupon for 1 box of cookies, Blanket, and... More info - Moonraker Tea Shop
Moonraker Tea Shop, Stargazing Kit - Piccadilly
AR Workshop Kill Devil Hills
Kill Devil Hills
Take the fun and beauty of AR Workshop projects to your home! Choose your designs, projects, and paint colors. Kits include detailed... More info - AR Workshop Kill Devil Hills
AR Workshop Kill Devil Hills, DIY To-Go Kits
Silver Bonsai Gallery
Manteo
Our collection of finely crafted wooden objects, created for both function and design by artisans throughout the country. Jewelry boxes,... More info - Silver Bonsai Gallery
Silver Bonsai Gallery, Woodwork
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