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Best Places to Catch a Sunset on the Outer Banks

OBX Things To Do

One of the most memorable parts of your Outer Banks vacation will be catching the spectacular sunsets each evening! The hardest decision you’ll have to make is the best place to go to watch the sun go down each night. Here are a few of our
suggestions:

              Catch an OBX Sunset

Jockey’s Ridge State Park
This park in Nags Head is one of the most well known spots to head to for sunset in the Outer Banks, and is well worth the climb up the stunning sand dunes!

Duck Town Park Boardwalk
Spend a leisurely evening in Duck and take a walk along the sound side boardwalk as you watch the sunset and wander through the many shops by water.

Bay Drive in Kill Devil Hills
This iconic Outer Banks street is one of the absolute best places to see the sun go down. There is no parking for cars so plan for an evening stroll or bike ride along the scenic Bay Drive to the gazebo on the sound.

Feeling hungry? You can also choose one of many sound side restaurants throughout the Outer Banks and watch the sunset as you dine!

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Top 5 Ice Cream Shops on the OBX

Things to Do On The OBX

Looking for a refreshing treat after hitting the beach all day? Here are a few of our must-try ice cream spots on the beach from Corolla to Manteo for you to check out during your visit!

OBX Ice Cream Shops
  1. John’s Drive In (Kitty Hawk)
    An Outer Banks favorite for over 40 years!
  1. Kill Devil Custard (Kill Devil Hills)
    Centrally located, and try the famous beach fries too!
  1. Fat Boyz (Nags Head)
    Grab a cone and head over to the nearby Jennettes Pier
  1. Big Bucks (Manteo, Kitty Hawk, Corolla)
    Three locations throughout the Outer Banks and just minutes away from The Lost Colony in Manteo!
  1. Sunset Ice Cream (Duck)
    Stop in while you walk the boardwalk shops, or catch the sunset here

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An Afternoon In Manteo

Discover Roanoke Island

Spend your day exploring the charm of downtown Manteo for food, drink, shopping, and more before making your way to the Waterside Theatre for The Lost Colony. Here are a few ideas of things to do on an afternoon in Manteo:

Take a stroll along the waterfront
Enjoy a walk down the boardwalk for some time by the Roanoke Sound. You can even check out the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse or take the family to the Waterfront Playground with swings, slides, and a play ship for kids to enjoy.

Admire the work of local artists
The Dare County Arts Council is located in Downtown Manteo and features the original artwork of local and regional artists in their gallery. The selection of artwork is constantly rotating and features a variety of mediums, making it a fresh viewing experience each visit!

Visit a variety of shops
There are plenty of shops to wander and discover while you’re exploring downtown. Head over to Downtown Books to pick up a good beach read, or take the kids to the Laughing Lollipop Soda Pop & Candy Shoppe to find some old favorites and treat yourself.

Waterfront Dinner
Located on the waterfront, grab an early dinner at Avenue Grille. If you present your confirmation, The Lost Colony guests receive 20% off!

The Lost Colony’s 82nd anniversary season opens May 31st and plays through August 23rd, 2019. Complete your Roanoke Island experience and reserve your seats! Head over to our ticket page to get your tickets to the show for this season!

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The Lost Colony Alumni Debuts Classic Opera

On Saturday, February 2nd, The Opera came to the Outer Banks and performed to a full crowd at First Flight High School.

The performance was brought to the stage by the local nonprofit, Elizabeth R & Company, as well as the Bryan Cultural Series. La Traviata showcased the talent of Manteo native and The Lost Colony alumni, Tshombe Selby, who is pursuing a career in opera.

Selby played Alfredo, and his powerful, tenor voice was undeniably perfect. Sarah Cooper played Violetta and the two voices created a night of Opera perfection. 

Many The Lost Colony alumni were involved, including; Rob Jenkins, David Miller, Nikki Conley, John Adams, Buddy McCown, Christopher Clemmons, Barbara Hird, lebame houston and, of course, Tshombe. 

 

2019 Summer Childrens Show – Wanda’s Monster

The Roanoke Island Historical Association is gearing up for the 2019 children’s show titled “Wanda’s Monster”. This warm-hearted musical tells the story of an imaginative little girl named Wanda and her unexpected bond with a fuzzy, purple monster as she learns acceptance and friendship. Portrayed in a role greatly expanded from the book, Monster eats the flowers Wanda slips into the closet for him and attaches her artwork to the wall with his spit. While the hulking, horned monster may frighten a few little theatergoers at first, most, like Wanda, will want to hug him at the conclusion. This charming musical brings home a point worth considering at any age: embrace what you fear, and you just may find a friend.

The catching tunes and interactive show had everyone on their feet, and when we left the theatre, we were still humming “Monster Boogie” to ourselves!-Mom Blogger-The Mama Maven.

Be sure to mark your calendars, the show runs from June 25th – August 21st at the SoundStage Theatre on the grounds of The Lost Colony. Showtimes are Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Wednesdays at 2:00 PM. Buy Tickets Here.