Author: Matt Artz

UNC CSI Researchers Rediscover Forgotten Gunboat Near Rodanthe

A team of East Carolina University (ECU) graduate students led by Dr. Nathan Richards, head of the UNC Coastal Studies Institute’s (UNC CSI) Maritime Heritage Program and Associate Professor in the Program in Maritime...

‘The Houses October Built 2’ Joins OBX Halloween Film Festival

The 2nd Annual Halloween International Film Festival returns to Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina this October 26-28, featuring more than 40 independent films from around the world, culminating with a special Showcase screening of...

4th Annual OBX Halloween Parade Returns to Kelly’s, Nags Head Oct. 29

The 4th Annual Outer Banks Halloween Parade returns to Kelly’s in Nags Head on Sunday, October 29, 2017, starting with the pre-parade kickoff party at 2pm, with the walking parade itself beginning at 3pm,...

Kmart Halloween Carnival Joins OBX HalloWeek Festivities

HalloWeek is happening on the Outer Banks this year, with many Halloween events happening around the area, anchored by the 4th Annual Halloween Parade on Oct. 29, and also including the Halloween International Film...

Weekend Movie Update – Oct. 13, 2017: ‘Death Day’ is Born

A new slasher celebrates Death Day by hitting repeat in theaters this week. Here’s your Outer Banks Movie Update for the weekend of Oct. 13, 2017! A horror film that is similar to the comedy...

‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ New Official Trailer Unveiled!

Disney and LucasFilm have just released a truly amazing new official trailer the upcoming continuation of the Skywalker family saga, Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi, which was unveiled during Monday Night Football earlier...

Heroes Unite In New ‘Justice League’ Trailer

A new trailer for DC’s upcoming superhero ensemble Justice League debuted earlier today, featuring all kinds of new footage of the most iconic comic book characters of all time. Following the events of Man of Steel,...

First Flight Trick Or Treat Night Halloween Fundraiser Returns During HalloWeek

HalloWeek is happening on the Outer Banks this year, with many Halloween events happening around the area, anchored by the 4th Annual Halloween Parade on Oct. 29, and also including the Halloween International Film...

Halloween International Film Festival - Oct. 26-28, 2017 in Kill Devil Hills, NC

Halloween Film Festival Sponsored In Part By Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

The 2nd Annual Halloween International Film Festival returns to Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina this October 26-28, featuring more than 40 independent films from around the world, and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau is once...

Weekend Movie Update – Oct. 6, 2017: A New ‘Blade Runner’

A new Blade Runner resumes the hunt for replicants in theaters this week. Here’s your Outer Banks Movie Update for the weekend of Oct. 6, 2017! A sequel to the 1982 landmark sci-fi epic, Blade Runner 2049 (rated R)...

Wright Brothers National Memorial Hosting Light Art Show

Swiss Light Artist Gerry Hofstetter will illuminate Wright Brothers Monument as part of his Light Art Grand Tour USA this Sunday, October 1.  This special event is open to the public and admission to...

Theatre of Dare Looking for New Home

On the precipice of its 27th season, Theatre of Dare finds itself in a serious housing crisis. After a rainy summer, the COA (College of the Albemarle) Auditorium in Manteo that the community theatre group has called...

2017 Outer Banks Bluegrass Festival Returns To Manteo

The 6th Annual Outer Banks Bluegrass Festival is happening this Wednesday through Saturday, October 4-7, at Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo. The concert lineup for the four-day event includes The Isaacs, Rhonda Vincent and...

Conservation Assistance Day Comes To Roanoke Island Festival Park

You are invited to make your appointment to receive free, professional advice on how to care for, preserve, and protect precious family heirlooms during Conservation Assistance Day at Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo....

Weekend Movie Update – Sept. 29, 2017: ‘Made’ In America

Tom Cruise gets Made in theaters this week, while a new group of Flatliners kill themselves, as Faith is questioned. Here’s your Outer Banks Movie Update for the weekend of Sept. 29, 2017! An airline pilot is recruited...

Cotton Patch Gospel Coming To Kill Devil Hills

 The Eastern Carolina Concert Society (ECCS) is excited to offer the opportunity for you to see a great show titled, “Cotton Patch Gospel”! This show is made up of a cast of four performers...

Epic Gathering of Local Talent to Play Benefit Concert for Chris Whitehurst

An epic gathering local talent will be performing live this weekend at a massive benefit concert happening at the Outer Banks Brewing Station in Kill Devil Hills to help area resident and longtime sound...

Weekend Movie Update – Sept. 22, 2017: ‘Kingsmen’ Are Back

The Kingsmen are back in theaters this week, while witches join social media. Here’s your Outer Banks Movie Update for the weekend of Sept. 22, 2017! A sequel to the popular comic book adaptation, Kingsman:...

Outer Banks Halloween International Film Festival 2017 Lineup Announced!

The 2nd Annual Halloween International Film Festival returns to Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina this October 26-28, featuring more than 40 independent films from around the world, and the full lineup of 2017 Official...

Weekend Movie Update – Sept. 15, 2017: ‘Mother’ Of Horror

Jennifer Lawrence faces a scary home invasion in theaters this week, while Michael Keaton builds the perfect Assassin, and the Pioneer opens a Glass Castle. Here’s your Outer Banks Movie Update for the weekend of...