Things To Do On The OBX For August 30, 2024

Things To Do On The OBX For August 30, 2024

🌞 Good morning, OBX adventurers! As we dive into this glorious Friday, August 30, 2024, the weather is serving up a perfect beach day treat. Expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 87°F, accompanied by a gentle south wind—just enough to keep you cool while you soak up the sun. If you’re planning to stay out late, tonight will be mostly cloudy with a low around 75°F, making it comfortable for an evening stroll along the shoreline.

With Labor Day Weekend just around the corner, it’s officially time to kick off the “unofficial” end of summer. But don't let that spoil the fun—today is National Beach Day, after all!

So grab your sunscreen and embrace the endless summer vibes. Whether you're planning to lounge on the sand, catch some waves, or simply enjoy the coastal breeze, today is the day to make the most of your OBX experience.

Remember, Labor Day Weekend might be the last big summer hurrah, but there’s still plenty of time to enjoy everything the Outer Banks has to offer. So, get out there, enjoy the beach, and create some lasting summer memories!

Today’s Outer Banks Restaurant Specials

Kill Devil Grill - Lunch Specials:

• Blackened Wahoo over mash with pineapple smoked shrimp salsa - $20

• Homemade Tuna Melt on ciabatta with shredded Jack & Cheddar, grape tomatoes, served with small KDG - $16

• JQ Fried Chicken with potato salad and marinated cucumbers - $14

• Fried Flounder Sandwiches with French fries - $17

• BBQ Chicken Salad: Blackened BBQ'd chicken breast over mixed greens with black beans, corn, tomato, shredded cheese, crispy fried tortilla strips, and ranch dressing - $17

Fish Heads - Friday Specials:

• Fiesta Burger: Fresh Angus burger topped with LTO, bacon, pepper jack cheese, house-made corn elote salsa, and cilantro lime aioli (special all day).

• Landshark: $1 off

• Happy Hour: 4 PM - 6 PM

• Live Music: Randy Burton, 7 PM - 10 PM

1718 Brewing Ocracoke - Event:

• Barefoot Wade Live Music

  • When: Friday, August 30th, 7 PM

  • Where: 1718 Brewing

  • Come enjoy some great music and a beautiful evening on the island!

Lucky 12 Tavern - Lunch Specials (Friday, August 30th, 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM):

• Soup du Jour: French Onion with Toasted Crouton & Swiss Cheese - $9

• $12 Special: House Smoked Bologna with fried egg, American cheese, and yellow mustard, served with choice of side.

• $15 Special: Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Brie, fried green tomatoes, and roasted garlic mayo, served with choice of side.

• $18 Special: Fried Rockfish Plate with Cajun remoulade, served with choice of two sides.

  Today's Sides: Tots, Hand Cut French Fries, Homemade Coleslaw, Applesauce

  Homemade Desserts: Cinnamon Brown Sugar Bread Pudding, Coconut Cream Pie, Key Lime Pie with Mixed Berry Coulis

  Drink Specials: $4 Friday Beers, $5 Pacifico Pints

Barefoot Bernie’s Tropical Grill & Bar - Lunch Special:

• Chicken Street Corn Salad:
  Mixed greens, street corn, tomatoes, mixed peppers, onions, queso fresco, cheddar cheese mix, chipotle ranch, cilantro sour cream, and sliced avocado.

Higher Grounds - Featured Treat:

• Oatmeal Cookie Milkshake:
  Brown sugar cinnamon ice cream blended with oatmeal cookie pieces, caramel sauce, and chocolate chips. Drizzled with chocolate sauce and topped with homemade vanilla whipped cream.

Blue Moon Beach Grill - Friday Lunch Specials:

• Italian Beef & Veggie Soup

• Buttery Fried Halibut Bite

• Spinach Artichoke Dip

• Crispy Bacon Wrapped Scallops

• Blackened Shrimp Skewer Salad

• Sesame Seared Tuna

• Bayou Pork Belly Tacos

• Halibut & Grits

Bonzer Shack - Specials:

• Sliders: Spicy Thai Peanut Pork topped with crushed peanuts & cilantro, served with fries.

• Bonus Special: Fried Chicken Sandwich topped with pickles & pickled onion, served with fries. Add hot honey for $1.

• BBQ Plate: With slaw & potato salad.

• Snack: Soft Pretzel with beer cheese.

• Desserts: Various yummy treats available.

Upcoming Outer Banks Events

WRV Outer Banks Pro Surf Contest (August 28 - September 1, 2024):

• Location: Jennette’s Pier, Nags Head, NC

• Time: 8 AM - 6 PM (Surf Contest), 10 AM - 4 PM (WRV Pop-Up Shop)

• Highlights:

  • Wed, Aug 28: Fundraiser at Fish Heads on the Outer Banks Fishing Pier (5-6 PM). Kickoff Party at Fish Heads (6-9 PM).

  • Thu, Aug 29: Party at Jack Browns (4-7 PM) and Beers on the Pier at Avalon Fishing Pier (6-8 PM).

  • Fri, Aug 30: Tiki Time at Mimi’s Tiki Bar at Bluewater Grill (5-7 PM), Billabong Movie Premiere at Bonzer Shack (7 PM - until).

  • Sat, Aug 31: End of the Week Bash at Mulligans Grille (6-9 PM).

Free Movie Night at Dowdy Park

• Date: Friday, September 6th, 2024

• Time: Movie starts at 8:00 PM (ish)

• Feature: Twister (1996 version)

• Details: Bring your blankets, beach chairs, and containers for FREE popcorn!

• Location: Dowdy Park, Nags Head

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.

Corolla Wild Horse Fund - Event:

• Premiere of "Winged Horses of the Outer Banks"

  • When: September 17, 2024, 6:00 PM

  • Where: Town of Duck Amphitheater, 1200 Duck Road

  • Details: A mini-documentary about the winged horse statues across the Outer Banks, with a grand reveal of a new horse statue in the Town Park. Special guest speakers and Riptide, one of Corolla Wild Horse Fund's own, will also be featured.

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

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

Outer Banks Employment Opportunities

Dare County Government
Dare County has several exciting career opportunities available:

1. Public Health Nurse II - School
   Salary: $51,992/year
   Impact the health and well-being of students.

2. EMS Helicopter Mechanic
   Salary: $70,347 to $91,451/year
   Ensure emergency responders are always ready for action.

3. Community Center Manager
   Salary: $57,424 to $74,652/year
   Serve as the heart of the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center, helping to build stronger connections.

Black Pelican Seafood Company - Now Hiring!

• Positions Available:

  • Night Front of House Managers (nights & weekends required)

  • Hostesses (can apply at 15 years old)

  • Line Cooks

  • Pizza Cooks

  • Dishwashers

  • Steamers

  • Prep Cooks

  • Salad Cooks

• Benefits:

  • Competitive pay

  • Bonuses

  • Full-time and part-time shifts available

  • Year-round employment available

  • Room for growth and advancement

  • Employee housing available (for kitchen staff only)