OBX Things To-Do: August 26, 2024

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August 26, 2024

OBX Things To-Do: August 26, 2024

Good morning, Outer Banks enthusiasts! 🌅 As we step into the last week of August, the weather today is shaping up to be picture-perfect for outdoor adventures.

According to the National Weather Service, Manteo, NC, will enjoy mostly sunny skies with a gentle breeze, making it an ideal day for a beach outing or a scenic walk along the coast. 🌤️

Today is also National Dog Day! 🐾 Whether you're a local or just visiting, it's the perfect time to celebrate our four-legged friends. Have you ever brought your dog to one of the OBX's dog-friendly beaches? If you're planning to hit the beach today or stopping to get some ice cream, don’t forget to pack some treats and fresh water for your furry companion!

Let’s dive into all the dog-friendly activities and events happening around the OBX today, and maybe even discover a new favorite spot for you and your pup.

Seaside Farm Market - Flash Sale

  • Flounder - 15% Off
    Fresh every morning! Come get your flounder and a recipe to cook it.

Celebrate National Dog Day on the OBX

Seaside Farm Market - International Dog Day
Celebrate with your pup on International Dog Day!
Get a Free Pup Cup for your well-behaved dog at Seaside Farm Market, Corolla, NC.

Today’s Outer Banks Restaurant Specials

Hurricane Mo's Lunch Specials
Available 11 AM - 2 PM

  • Grilled Cheese and Soup - $7.99
    Served with Soup of the Day. (She Crab Soup +$2.99)

  • Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes - $10.99
    Topped with Brown Gravy, served with Green Beans and a Buttermilk Biscuit.

  • Fettuccini Bolognese - $11.99
    Topped with Homemade Meat Sauce and Parmesan, served with Garlic Bread.

  • Turkey Reuben - $12.99
    Served on Marble Rye with Sauerkraut, Swiss, and Thousand Island, plus French Fries.

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

Homemade Soups

  • She Crab

  • Hatteras Clam Chowder

Appetizer: Potato Skins - $9.99
Desserts: Hummingbird Cake, Key Lime Pie, Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie, Almond Joy Pie - $5.99 each

Happy Hour Everyday 3-5 PM: 25¢ Shrimp, 50¢ Wings, $1 Tacos

Blue Moon Beach Grill - Monday Lunch Specials (8/26/24)

Soup:

  • Herb Tomato & Onion

Starters:

  • Crab, Corn & Jalapeno Hushpuppies

  • Buffalo Swordfish Bites

  • Chilled Crab & Pimento Spread

Salad:

  • Blackened Halibut

Entrees:

  • Short Rib Tacos

  • Flounder & Grits

  • Blackened Tuna Tostada

  • Smoked Brisket Sandwich

TL's Family Restaurant - Monday Lunch Specials

  • Meatloaf - $13.95

  • Stuffed Peppers - $13.95

  • Hamburger Steak - $13.95

  • Trout - $13.95

  • Chicken or Tuna Salad Cold Plate - $12.95
    Includes Mac Salad & Cucumber Salad

Desserts:

  • Hot Fudge Cake

  • Orange Dreamcycle

  • Carrot Cake

  • Lemon Blueberry

  • 14 Layer Chocolate Cake

  • Key Lime Pie

  • Pineapple Pie

  • Banana Pudding

Sam & Omie's - Happy Monday Specials

Appetizers:

Dinner:

  • Broiled Stuffed Flounder with Sides - $27.00

  • Steak Quesadilla with Rice & Beans - $17.99

  • Beer Battered Mahi with French Fries & Slaw - $25.00

Black Pelican Seafood Company - Tonight’s Fish Duo Special

  • Grilled Montreal Swordfish and Blackened Tuna
    Served with roasted herb potatoes, braised broccolini, avocado salsa, and a balsamic glaze.

The Village Table & Tavern - The Sound Lounge

  • Dog-Friendly Dining!
    Open for casual waterfront eats and drinks from 2:30-9:00 PM, Sunday through Friday. Find us at The Village Table & Tavern’s Sound Lounge.

Mulligan’s Grille in Historic Cottage Row - Red Drum Dinner Special

  • Country Fried Red Drum & Jumbo Shrimp
    Served with housemade mashed potatoes, green beans, and hush puppies.
    Price: $24.99

Blue Moon Beach Grill - Monday Dinner Specials (8/26/2024)

Soup:

  • Herb Tomato & Onion

Starters:

  • Chilled Crab & Pimento Spread

  • Fried Green Tomato & Burrata

  • Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts

Salad:

  • Blackened Halibut

Entrees:

  • Blackened Halibut

  • Chargrilled Pork Chop

  • Seared Local Yellowfin Tuna

  • The Sandbar

Jolly Roger Restaurant - Pub Specials

  • Daily from 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    • 79¢ Wings

    • 35¢ Shrimp

    • 99¢ Ribs

Upcoming Outer Banks Events

Yoga on the Green
Location: Town of Duck
Tuesdays at 7:30 AM

  • Yoga on the Green with Village Yoga

  • All levels welcome, virtual option available on the Town’s Facebook page.

Thank you to Village Realty OBX for supporting Yoga on the Green.

  • 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.

  • Food Truck Line-Up

    • Y’all Eat Yet?

    • Fork’et Me Not

    • Steamers

    • Joe’s Fun Foods

    • The Muse Buzz (Cold Brew)

    • Lone Cedar Cafe

    • Garden Pizzeria

    • Pigs 'R Us

    • The Neon Lemon

    • Refreshment Stand (by OBX Local Food)

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.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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

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