Monday, May 12, 2008

May Events


The season is almost here. Summer residents are flocking back and tourists will be popping up everywhere from the Wright Bros. Memorial to the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. There’s so much to do and see that some may not know where to start. Here’s a list of some of the upcoming events taking place here in the Outer Banks.

May 10:

25th Annual Yuengling Nags Head 5K foot race and Village Realty 1-Mile Family Run: This event is taking place in Nags Head Woods. A little different from the typical beachy scenery; this walk is on a dirt trail of the preserve weave through one of the nicest remaining examples of mid-Atlantic maritime forest and deciduous hardwoods.

May 16-19:

Kitty Hawk Kites 36th Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular: Don’t miss the best hang gliders around. They do some really cool stuff. The Hang Gliding Spectacular is taking place at Jockey’s Ridge State Park in Nags Head, from 10am to 4pm. Other activities there include a climbing wall, face painting, kite making and more. So make sure to bring the whole family for a fun packed day.

May 17: March of Dimes – Walk America: Here is a great opportunity to help raise money for a fantastic cause. The March of Dimes has been helping kids around the world with all types of ailments since 1938. The event is taking place at Roanoke Island Festival Park. It’s a five mile walk through the historic section of Manteo. There will be a picnic following the walk.

May 22-23: Kitty Hawk Kites Kite Boarding Center Demo Days: This fun event is taking place at the Kitty Hawk Kites Kite boarding Center in Nags Head from 10am to 4pm. All of the newest kite boarding gear will be on display and available for purchase. Professionals will be on hand along with industry reps to field all your questions.

May 25: Summer Sound Fest: This is a great event to come hang out with family and friends. It’s taking place at Roanoke Island Festival Park and is sponsored by CapSan Media. Food and beverages will be available as well as several live bands. Please don’t bring your cooler as they will not be permitted in the park.

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