July 4th in the Outer Banks
With so much of the country’s history located in the Outer Banks, July 4th is a special holiday here. There are a bunch of festivities taking place throughout the barrier islands. Here’s a list of all the 4th of July activities taking place in the Outer Banks.
The Whalehead Club 16th Annual Independence Day Festival of Fireworks
Taking place from 6pm to 11pm. There’s plenty of food, fun and entertainment for the whole family. The event is free and is sponsored by Currituck County. The fireworks begin at dusk, so make sure to get there early to get a good seat. Don’t forget to bring your blanket or beach chairs.
Duck’s Annual 4th of July Parade
The parade starts at 9am and is a one mile event that starts on Scarborough Lane and continues down Ocean Way and then Christopher Drive. After the parade, make sure to stop by Town Park for some music by Ruth Wyand and friends.
Fourth of July Celebration: Patriotic Music
This event begins at 8pm at the Outdoor Pavilion at Roanoke Island Festival Park. The event is sponsored by the North Carolina School of the Arts and is free to attend. There will be plenty of music and fireworks to help celebrate.
Nags Head 4th of July Fireworks Display
The 13th annual Independence Day fireworks spectacular starts at 9:25pm on the ocean pier at mile post 11.5 on NC Route 12. The fireworks presentation will be given by the famous Bay Fireworks of New York. Guests can expect a spectacular show.
The fireworks display will be visible all over Nags Head. The following public beaches are recommended for access to the beach to view the fireworks.
South of Nags Head Fishing Pier
Curlew Street
Hollowell Street
Conch Street
North of Nags Head Fishing Pier
Bladen Street
Bittern Street
Bonnett Street
Blackman Street
Barnes Street
If you plan on having your own fireworks show; make sure to follow North Carolina’s fireworks laws and take extra safety precautions to prevent any injuries. Check out the specific laws here.
Labels: Fourth of July, July 4th, Outer Banks
Fireworks, Parades and Barbeques- The 4th of July on the Outer Banks
The fourth of July is quickly approaching and at Élan Vacations, we know what all of you patriots who visit the Outer Banks want to do, celebrate!!!!!
You already know that summertime is prime time here on the Outer Banks, but the fourth of July is as good a reason as any to let loose, watch parades and fireworks and of course do what Americans do best, party.
Élan Vacations knows that there is so much to do on July 4th in the area that it can be hard to keep track. With that in mind we have posted below links to some of the events taking place across the Outer Banks.
Whatever you decide on, Élan Vacations wishes you a happy and safe celebration. Remember, we want you to come back to us safely year after year, so use caution and have fun.
http://www.womacknewspapers.com/obsentinel/
http://www.outerbanks.org/events/calendar_of_events/july.asp
http://www.outerbanks.com/events/outer_banks_events_JUL.shtml
http://www.outer-banks.nc.us/the4th.htm
Labels: Fourth of July
