🌊 OBX Things To-Do: August 15, 2024

Good morning, OBX adventurers! 🌞 As you gear up for another day of coastal fun, let’s take a quick peek at what the weather has in store.

According to the National Weather Service, Manteo is set for a day of warm sunshine with a high of 83°F, light breezes rolling off the ocean, and a touch of humidity to remind you that summer's still in full swing.

Perfect weather to let the saltwater air relax your soul—after all, it’s National Relaxation Day!

Whether you're kicking back in a hammock, dipping your toes in the Atlantic, or just enjoying a lazy beach day, there's no better place to unwind.

So, grab your sunscreen, maybe a good book, and get ready to embrace the art of doing absolutely nothing—or everything, if that’s more your style. After all, in the Outer Banks, relaxation is always in the forecast!

Today’s Outer Banks Restaurant Specials

Bonzer Shack - Kill Devil Hills, NC

• Sliders: Teriyaki Grilled Ham topped with Cheddar Cheese & grilled pineapple on a Hawaiian Sweet Roll, served with Jerk Fries

• Bonzer Bowl: Tuna Poke Bowl over Coconut Rice with a Mango Salsa & Cucumber Salad

• Appetizer: Soft Pretzel with warm beer cheese

• Desserts:

  • Key Lime Pie

  • Cinnamon Swirl Cheesecake

Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar - OBX

• Lunch Special: Enchilada Suizas served with jasmine rice and black beans - $15.99

• New Seasonal Dessert: Bananas Foster Cake

• Drink Special: $1.00 off all rail liquors all day

Hurricane Mo's - OBX

• Grilled Cheese and Soup: Served with a Bowl of Soup of the Day - $7.99

  • She Crab Soup $2.99 extra

• Chicken Alfredo: Seared chicken breast over fettuccini with house made alfredo sauce and garlic bread - $11.99

• Chef Salad: Mixed Greens, Mixed Cheese, Hard Boiled Egg, Bacon Crumbles, Cherry tomato, cucumber, red onion, ham, turkey and your choice of dressing - $12.99

• Oyster Po Boy: Fried Oysters, Lettuce, and Tomato on a Hoagie. Served with French Fries and jalapeno tarter - $13.99

• Beer Battered Mahi: Served with French Fries, Southern Slaw, and Jalapeno Tartar - $11.99

• Appetizer: Potato Skins - $9.99

• Homemade Soups: She Crab, Hatteras Clam Chowder

• Homemade Desserts: Hummingbird Cake, Key Lime Pie, Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie, Almond Joy Pie - All $5.99

• Happy Hour: Everyday from 3-5, 25 cent Shrimp, 50 cent Wings, $1 Tacos

Kill Devil Grill - Outer Banks, NC

• Grilled Tuna: Over chilled sesame noodles with a Siracha cream - $19

• Watermelon Arugula Salad: Baby arugula tossed with watermelon, cucumbers, pickled red onions, feta cheese, candied pecans, and a minted balsamic vinaigrette - $14

• Asian Marinated Fried Chicken Sandwich: With spinach, pickled red onions, house soy pickles and a Gojumayo. Served with a salad - $16

Higher Grounds - OBX

• Special Latte: Blount Bay - Tirimisu and Coconut Latte topped with homemade vanilla whipped cream and powdered espresso

  • Available hot, iced, with dairy, dairy free, caffeinated, decaf, and as a frappe

  • Named after the bay next to the cafe with a lovely view

  • Available only for the month of August

The Landing Grill - Wanchese, NC

• Address: 4457 Mill Landing Rd, Wanchese, NC 27981

• Phone: (252) 473-3247

• Daily Specials:

  • Summer Salad: Grilled chicken, candied pecans, feta cheese, strawberries with honey balsamic dressing - $10.99

  • Pickle Brine Chicken Sandwich - $9.99

  • Meatball Sub - $10.99

  • Bay Scallop Basket - $10.99

• Note: Order online available

Sam & Omie's - OBX

• Thirsty Thursday Special

• Appetizer: Coconut Shrimp - $10.25

• Lunch Specials:

  • Corned Beef Reuben - $14.00

  • Grilled Drum & Spinach Salad - $15.00

• Note: Specialty cocktails available

TL's Family Restaurant - OBX

Thursday Lunch Specials:

• Chicken & Pastry - $11.95

• Tuna Bites - $15.45

• Open Face Roast Beef - $13.95

• Hamburger Steak - $13.95

• Trout - $13.95

• Chicken or Tuna Salad Cold Plate - $12.95

Sides:

• Sweet Potato

• Cucumber Salad

• Mac Salad

Desserts:

• Hot Fudge Cake

• Orange Dreamsicle Cake

• Lemon-Blueberry Cake

• Carrot Cake

• Banana Pudding

• Key Lime Pie

• Pineapple Pie

Blue Moon Beach Grill - OBX

Thursday Lunch Specials 8/15/24:

Soup:

• Cheesy Potato Soup

Starters:

• Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts

• Tilefish Ceviche

• Fried Green Tomato & Burrata

Salad:

• Blackened Shrimp Skewer

Entrees:

• Grilled Teriyaki Tuna Sandwich

• Pickle Brine Chicken Sandwich

• Blackened Tilefish Tostada

Fish Heads - South Nags Head

• Daily Special: West Coast burger

• Drink Special: Sweetwater 420 pouring for $1 off

• Happy Hour: 4-6pm

• Live Music: John Baldwin playing 7-10pm

Outer Banks Things To Do This Week:

Dowdy Park Events

• Thursday: Farmers Market, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

• Friday: Friday Fitness, 7:30 AM - Kathi

To The Rescue: A Benefit Concert for Hatteras Island Rescue Squad

• Date & Time: August 15, 2024, at 7:00 PM

• Location: The Beach Klub at Koru Village

• Details: Join the community for a concert featuring Raygun Ruby to support the Hatteras Island Rescue Squad. Funds raised will go towards a new UTV for the squad.

• Tickets: $15 in advance | $20 at the door

• More Info: KoruVillage.com

Outer Banks Brewing Station

Event: Doc Perkins and The Medicine Men Live
Date: Thursday, August 15
Time: 10:30 PM - 1:00 AM
Get ready to rock with Doc Perkins and The Medicine Men live on the main stage! Only a $5 cover for a night filled with great music and good times. Don’t miss out!Outer Banks Brewing Station

Event: Doc Perkins and The Medicine Men Live
Date: Thursday, August 15
Time: 10:30 PM - 1:00 AM
Get ready to rock with Doc Perkins and The Medicine Men live on the main stage! Only a $5 cover for a night filled with great music and good times. Don’t miss out!To The Rescue: A Benefit Concert for Hatteras Island Rescue Squad

• Date & Time: August 15, 2024, at 7:00 PM

• Location: The Beach Klub at Koru Village

• Details: Join the community for a concert featuring Raygun Ruby to support the Hatteras Island Rescue Squad. Funds raised will go towards a new UTV for the squad.

• Tickets: $15 in advance | $20 at the door

• More Info: KoruVillage.com

Sock Hop/Swing Party on the Farm - Morris Farm

• Event: Lucky 757's 10th Anniversary Celebration

• Featuring: Good Shot Judy

• Date & Time: Sunday, August 18, 2024
  Show starts at 11:00 AM

• Location: Morris Farm, Currituck, NC

• Details: Celebrate with Lucky 757 and Good Shot Judy for an unforgettable sock hop and swing party on the farm. Don’t forget your dancing shoes!

Upcoming Outer Banks Events

Cape Hatteras National Seashore Events

• Full Moon Climbs at Bodie Island Lighthouse:

  • August 19, 2024: Sturgeon Moon

  • September 17, 2024: Harvest Moon

• Evening Climbs: Every Tuesday night at 8:00 PM, 8:30 PM, and 9:00 PM.

• Dark Skies Program: A free night sky program every Sunday at 9:00 PM at Bodie Island Light Station.

• Tickets: Available for purchase at 7:00 AM on the day of your climb at recreation.gov.

Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout

• Event: 1st Annual Ocracoke Red Drum Shootout

• Date: September 21, 2024

• Location: Ocracoke, NC

• Details:

  • Early Bird Pricing available until August 30th.

  • Family-friendly fishing tournament featuring a Fish Fry, Live Music, Prizes, Commemorative T-Shirts, and some of the best drum fishing on the East Coast.

  • All proceeds benefit the Ocracoke Working Watermen's Association.

  • Register: ocracokereddrum.com

Outer Banks Pirate Festival

• Date: August 13-15, 2024

• Location: Kitty Hawk Kites, Nags Head, North Carolina

• Details: Ahoy, mateys! Join the fun at the Outer Banks Pirate Festival for swashbuckling adventures, treasure hunts, and pirate-themed activities for the whole family. Don your best pirate attire and set sail for a day of fun!

Jamey Johnson: What A View Tour

• Date: Saturday, September 7, 2024

• Location: Roanoke Island Festival Park, Outer Banks, North Carolina

• Details: Gates open at 5:00 PM, show starts at 6:00 PM. Special guest: Whitey Morgan & The 78's.

Sublime with Rome: Farewell Tour 2024

• Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024

• Location: Roanoke Island Festival Park, Outer Banks, North Carolina

• Details: Doors open at 5:00 PM, show starts at 6:00 PM.

Bluegrass Island Music Festival

• Date: October 16-20, 2024

• Location: Downtown Manteo, North Carolina

• Details: Join the 13th Annual Bluegrass Island Music Festival in Downtown Manteo.

Morris Farm Back 40 Live

• Event: The Marshall Tucker Band Live

• Date: Saturday, October 26

• Special Guests: Jack Wharff and The Tobacco Flatts, Whey Jennings, Sam Lowe

• Location: Morris Farm Back 40 Live

• Tickets: Available on Eventbrite

Expo Quinceañera - Elizabeth City, NC

• Event: "Mini Showcase: Glimpse of Elegance"

• Date: August 25, 2024

• Location: Seven Sounds Brewing Company, 112 N Water St., Elizabeth City, NC 27909

• Time: 2:00 PM

• Organized by: Elegant Design Quince & Formal Wear

What to Expect:

• Food Tasting

• Cakes and Desserts

• Decorations

• Entertainment

• DJs

• Choreography

• Photography and Video Services

Additional Features:

• Expo Quinceañera

• Expo Wedding

• Cake Samples

• Formal Wear Showcase

• Entertainment Demonstrations

Contact Information:

• Phone: 757.880.6786