OBX Things To-Do: August 18, 2024

Happy Sunday, OBX friends! 🌞 August 18, 2024, is here, and it’s shaping up to be another spectacular day on the coast. The National Weather Service tells us that Manteo will enjoy mostly sunny skies with a high of 86°F, making it a perfect day to hit the beach, explore the local sights, or indulge in some sweet treats. Speaking of which, today is National Ice Cream Pie Day! 🍦🥧

But why stop at just ice cream pie when the Outer Banks is home to some of the best ice cream shops around? From classic scoops to unique flavors, there’s no shortage of cool spots to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Whether you’re in the mood for a sundae, a cone, or even a milkshake, today’s the perfect excuse to explore the local ice cream scene. Take a leisurely stroll through town, pop into your favorite ice cream parlor, and celebrate the day with a scoop (or two) of your favorite flavors. After all, nothing says summer like ice cream and sunshine in the OBX!

Today’s Outer Banks Restaurant Specials

Fish Heads - Sunday Specials

• Drink Specials: Mimosa and sangria carafes on special all day

• Weekend Specials: Wicked Tuna (tacos or sandwich), Mel’s chicken, Mel’s GOAT sandwich

• Happiest Hour: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

• Live Music: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM with Tommy V & the boys

Bonzer Shack - Specials

• Appetizer: Ham, Egg & Cheddar Cheese Totchos

• Sliders: Grilled Shrimp Burger topped with sweet chili slaw, served with Old Bay fries

• Main Dishes: Fish Tacos, Fried Mahi

• Desserts: Key Lime Pie, Cinnamon Swirl Cheesecake

• Special Treat: Soft Pretzel with warm beer cheese

Outer Banks Brewing Station - Lunch Specials

Soup

• Crab Bisque: Small $8.99 / Large $15.99

• Split Pea and Ham: Small $4.99 / Large $7.99

Specials

• Fish Sandwich: Grilled Mahi topped with mango salsa, served with fries or coleslaw. $14.99
  Pairs with our Welcome Bock

• Shrimp & Grits: Sautéed shrimp over stone ground grits with garlic rosemary sauce, topped with lightly salted housemade chips. Small $16.99 / Large $26.99

• Lunch Special: Buttermilk fried pork chop served with mashed potatoes, topped with gravy, carrots, and snow peas. $16.99

Save Room for Dessert!

• Angel Cake: House-made strawberry angel cake with Italian meringue and a dairy-free orange coconut honey ice cream. $6.99
  Pairs with our brewed Blue Rhapsody Perry

Hurricane Mo's - Lunch Specials

Entrees

1. Grilled Cheese and Soup - $7.99

   • Served with a bowl of Soup of the Day (She Crab Soup for an extra $2.99).

2. Fish Filet Sandwich - $12.99

   • Beer-battered Mahi on a toasted brioche bun with lettuce and tomato, served with French fries and jalapeño tartar.

3. Burrata Smash Burger - $14.99

   • Mo's famous smash burger topped with creamy burrata, lettuce, tomato, and balsamic glaze on a toasted brioche bun, served with French fries.

4. Pepper Seared Tuna Sandwich - $15.99

   • Fresh Atlantic yellowfin tuna, Asian slaw, and pickled red onion on a toasted brioche bun, served with French fries and sriracha mayo.

5. Beer Battered Mahi - $11.99

   • Served with French fries, Southern slaw, and jalapeño tartar.

Homemade Soups

• She Crab

• Hatteras Clam Chowder

Appetizer

• Potato Skins - $9.99

Homemade Desserts - $5.99 each

• Hummingbird Cake

• Key Lime Pie

• Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

• Almond Joy Pie

Happy Hour: Every day from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

• 25¢ Shrimp, 50¢ Wings, $1 Tacos

Blue Moon Beach Grill - Sunday Lunch Specials

• Soup: Cajun Cauliflower

• Appetizer: Fried Frog Legs

• Specials: Tilefish Ceviche, Crab & Pimento Spread

• Salad: Blackened Shrimp

• Main Dishes: Flounder Po’ Boy, Seared Halibut Sandwich, Jerk Swordfish Wrap

Jolly Roger Restaurant - Soul Food Sundays

Jolly’s Fried Chicken - $14.99

• Fried chicken served with your choice of two sides: mashed potatoes and gravy, collards, mac and cheese, green beans, and homemade cornbread.

• Available from 11:30 AM to close.

Breakfast Special - $5.99

• Served until 2:00 PM

Upcoming Outer Banks Events

Mariner Inn & Suites

Special Offer:

• Promotion: 10% off with promo code OBX10

• Location: Kill Devil Hills, Outer Banks

• Booking: www.marinerobx.com

• Call: (252) 441-2021

• Details: Save in August, September, and October when you book direct.

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

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