August has come and gone and September is here! Fall is right around the corner and more OBX events are popping up all over the beach. Check out all the events happening this September and see why the best time to visit the OBX is this fall!

AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 3 // WRV OUTER BANKS PRO

7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Daily @ Jennette’s Pier | Nags Head

Sponsored by Wave Riding Vehicles, the OBX WRV Pro surf contests brings talent of World Surf League surfers right here to the Outer Banks! This contest is free to watch and is sure to please. For more information, visit the WRV Pro website.

SEPTEMBER 5 – SEPTEMBER 6 // OBX ARTS + CRAFT FESTIVAL

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM @ The Hilton Garden Inn | Kitty Hawk

Outer Banks Events

Come out to the annual show featuring art from 25 Outer Banks artists! From painting to pottery, jewelry and glass work, this show has it all. Admission to the show is free and parking is free as well! A portion of artists’ entrance fees are donated to local charities N.E.S.T. and Friends Of Youth.

SEPTEMBER 8 – SEPTEMBER 9 // OBX STUNT KITE COMPETITION

10:00 AM @ Kitty Hawk Kites | Nags Head

This annual regional event showcases world-class stunt kites and skills! With multiple competition categories, show kite features, and stunt kite flying lessons, the fun and FREE family event is sure to please!

SEPTEMBER 9 // OUTER BANKS FOOD TRUCK SHOWDOWN

11:00 AM – 5:00 PM @ The Soundside Event Site | Nags Head

Great local and regional food, breweries, and local music is the recipe for the Outer Banks Food Truck Showdown! Admission to this event is free as well as on-site and off site parking! This family friendly event is going to be a fun one!

SEPTEMBER 14 – SEPTEMBER 15 // DAY AT THE DOCKS

10:00 AM in Hatteras Village | Hatteras

Enjoy shrimp and grits at this celebration of Hatteras Island watermen! Day At The Docks is held each fall as a way to experience the lives of local, commercial fishermen and their families. This 2 day event is free for all.

SEPTEMBER 15 // KITTY HAWK SURF CO. KAYAK FISHING TOURNAMENT

Kitty Hawk Surf Co. | Nags Head

Enjoy some of the best kayak fishing the Outer Banks has to offer in this dark-to-dusk catch and release tournament. From the Bonner Bridge to the Wright Memorial Bridge, participate in the contest featuring over $500 worth of prizes! For more information and registration, visit the Kitty Hawk Kites website.

SEPTEMBER 16 – SEPTEMBER 22 // ESA EASTERNS SURFING CHAMPIONSHIPS

Jennette’s Pier | Nags Head

Watch the grand finale of the best amateur surfers right here on the Outer Banks! Grab your beach blanket for a front row seat for some of the best surfing on the east coast. This event is free for everyone!

SEPTEMBER 20 – SEPTEMBER 22 // SURFALORUS FILM FESTIVAL

Watch some of the coolest international, regional, and local surf films at Surfalorus! Screenings will be held at Jennette’s Pier, the Dare County Arts Council, and the Outer Banks Brewing Station! For more information, visit the Dare County Arts Council website. This event is free to all!