Author: Matt Artz

‘Mike Mulligan’ Kids Show Coming To Outer Banks

The Children’s Theatre of Charlotte (formerly known as the Tarradiddle Players) brings Mike Mulligan and his beloved Steam Shovel to the Outer Banks this month, live on stage in the Indoor Theatre at Roanoke...

Pea Island Wildlife Refuge Hosts Fishing-Crabbing Rodeo

You are invited to come join your friends and neighbors at the annual Fishing and Crabbing Rodeo, one of the most looked forward to events for families on the Outer Banks, happening on Saturday, June...

National Park Service Hosting Outer Banks Beach Cleanups

The month of June marks the beginning of summer and also the beginning of World Oceans Month.  The oceans make up approximately 70 percent of the earth and are global natural treasures providing a...

Summer Programs Announced At Outer Banks Wildlife Refuges

This summer you are invited to get outside and enjoy your Outer Banks national wildlife refuges. Summer programs started on Tuesday, June 2, and will continue through Friday, August 28.  Read on for the full schedule...

[Movie Review] Future Is Bright In ‘Tomorrowland’

Disney’s shiny new fantasy adventure Tomorrowland is quite possibly the most positive-minded and inspirational movie of the year, where the unabashed hopefulness of childhood dreams can create a better a tomorrow as long as...

Son-uva Digger Monster Jam driver Ryan Anderson with Sue and Ozzie Artz of OBX Entertainment, on location at the home of Grave Digger in Currituck on June 6, 2015. (photo by Matt Artz for OBXentertainment.com)

‘OBXE TV’ Ep. 47 – Son-uva Digger Driver Ryan Anderson [Video]

Season 2 of our original Outer Banks entertainment news series OBXE TV continues with Episode 47, featuring special guest Ryan Anderson, driver the Son-uva Digger monster truck.  Ryan will discuss growing up the son of...

The Wailers Return To Kelly’s, Nags Head [Concert Preview]

“Everything’s gonna be alright” because reggae icon Bob Marley’s legendary band The Wailers will return to the Outer Banks this month to light it up live in concert at Kelly’s in Nags Head. The...

Outer Banks Brewing Station Announces June 2015 Lineup

Summer is heating up on the Outer Banks, and so is the nightlife and entertainment options, the Outer Banks Brewing Station in Kill Devil Hills has announced their schedule of events for June 2015,...

Outer Banks Weekend Movie Update – June 5, 2015: ‘Insidious’ Sequel

The ultimate Hollywood Entourage arrives in theaters this week, while Melissa McCarthy plays Spy, the Insidious franchise opens Chapter 3, and the historic Pioneer Theatre in Manteo explores the Age of Adeline. Here’s your Outer...

‘Murder Rides Again’ At OBX Mystery Dinner

The OBX Mystery Dinner is back this summer with another interactive production featuring local talent performing live as you dine on a delicious meal, at the Comfort Inn in Kill Devil Hills. Read on...

‘The Lost Colony’ Dare Night Performance Dates Announced

Enjoy a local’s night out where all residents of Dare County are invited to attend The Lost Colony free of charge by making a donation of non-perishable items or dry goods to help food...

‘Frozen’ Kicks Off Outer Banks Movies On The Sound

The Outer Banks Children at Play Museum will once again present free outdoor screenings of some of your favorite family films every Friday night this summer as part the Movies on the Sound program, starting...

Dreamscapes Art And Music Show Coming To Nags Head

Art and images meet the sea at the first ever Dreamscapes Art and Music Show, coming to Nags Head this month. The event will feature all mediums of art, including sculpture, wood works, photography,...

His Generation Brings Jesus Culture Concert To Outer Banks [Photo Gallery]

His Generation brought Jesus Culture to the Outer Banks live in concert his past weekend in Manteo, featuring national recording artists Kristene Dimarco and Derek Johnson, with special guests the Charlie Perkins Worship Band. ...

Pea Island Wildlife Refuge Paddling Exploration Offered

This summer, from June through August, you are invited to paddling and exploration adventures at Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge.  The National Wildlife Refuges Visitor Center on Roanoke Island is open Monday through Saturday,...

‘The Lost Colony’ Announces Character Dinners

Would you like to dine with Native Americans, colonists of the New World, or even Queen Elizabeth I?  You are invited this summer to The Lost Colony‘s featured character dinners. Each Tuesday & Wednesday evening...

Outer Banks Full Moon Lighthouse Climbs Scheduled

Grab your flashlight and experience a lighthouse at night by joining the National Park Service on a Full Moon Climb at the Cape Hatteras or Bodie Island Lighthouse this summer.  Hear stories of keepers...

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‘Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks’ Season 2 First Look Revealed

National Geographic Channel’s popular Wicked Tuna spinoff formerly titled North vs. South has been given the new name of Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks for its upcoming second season, which was filmed once again entirely...

Wright Brothers Featured On National Geographic Channel Tonight!

The Wright Brothers will be among the innovators featured in a new mini series called American Genius, which premieres on the National Geographic Channel (NatGeo) tonight. From the official synopsis of the mini series,...

EVP Beach Volleyball Outer Banks Pro-Am 2015 Highlights [Video / Photo Gallery]

The EVP (Extreme Volleyball Professionals) Tour brought pro beach volleyball back to Nags Head today, for the annual Outer Banks Pro-Am, which took place on the south side of Jennette’s Pier. This marked the...