OBX Things To-Do: August 20, 2024

Good morning, OBX! 🌞 It's Tuesday, August 20, 2024, and the Outer Banks is serving up another day of beautiful weather and sweet surprises. The National Weather Service predicts mostly sunny skies in Manteo, with a high of 85°F and a gentle breeze coming off the ocean.

It’s the kind of day that invites you to get out and explore, whether you’re planning to hit the beach, take a scenic drive, or just relax with your toes in the sand.

But today’s not just about soaking up the sunshine—it’s also National Chocolate Pecan Pie Day! 🥧🍫 If you’ve got a sweet tooth, this is your day to indulge.

So, as you wander through the OBX, enjoying all that this beautiful area has to offer, don’t forget to savor the little things—like a perfect slice of pie. Here’s to a day filled with sun, sea, and a bit of sweet indulgence!

Dowdy Park Farmer’s Market (Rescheduled Date)

Date: Thursday, August 22
Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 3005 S. Croatan Hwy at Bonnett Street, Nags Head, NC

• Parking available at Dowdy Park, Bonnett St. Access, and YMCA.

Today’s Outer Banks Restaurant Specials

Kill Devil Grill - Dinner Specials

• Grilled Cobia
  Over cheese grits, topped with avocado and black bean salsa - $31

• House Smoked Brisket
  Pineapple BBQ sauce, chipotle potato salad, and Southwest slaw - $27

• Chicken Piccata
  Pounded, egg-washed, and griddled chicken breast with angel hair pasta, both red and white sauce garnished with capers - $22

• Fried Flounder & Oysters
  Cajun pilaf and Tasso cream sauce - $30

The Landing Grill - Daily Specials

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

• Pickle Brine Chicken Sandwich - $9.99

• Meatball Sub - $10.99

• Buffalo Shrimp Tacos - $10.99

Location:
4457 Mill Landing Rd, Wanchese, NC 27981

Sam & Omie's

Notice:
Closed today (Tuesday) and tomorrow (Wednesday). Reopens Thursday morning at 7:30 AM.

Hurricane Mo's - Lunch Specials

Available: 11 AM - 2 PM

Entrees

1. Grilled Cheese and Soup - $7.99
   Served with a Bowl of Soup of the Day. (She Crab Soup $2.99 extra)

2. Chicken Alfredo Nachos - $10.99
   Shredded chicken breast with house-made Alfredo sauce over warm tortilla chips, topped with shredded Parmesan and green onion.

3. Blackened Mahi Wrap - $12.99
   Blackened Mahi Filets, Coconut Rice, Black Beans, Salsa, and Slaw. Served with chips and salsa.

4. Triple C - $13.99
   Parmesan fried chicken breast topped with Caesar salad mix on a toasted buttery croissant.

5. Beer Battered Mahi - $11.99
   Served with French Fries, Southern Slaw, and Jalapeño Tartar.

Jolly Roger Restaurant & Bar

• Breakfast - 7 AM - 2 PM

• Lunch Specials

  • Blackened Prime Rib - $14.99

  • Meatloaf - $12.99

• Music Bingo - 6 PM - 8 PM

• Dinner - Served from 4 PM until close

• Pub Specials - 4 PM - 6:30 PM in the Bar

Upcoming Outer Banks Events

Cape Hatteras National Seashore Events

• Full Moon Climbs at Bodie Island Lighthouse:

  • 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