August 1
The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp, Session I Performance
10 a.m. Performance by the young talents of The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp participants and members of The Lost Colony Company. Tickets are $5 per person. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org
August 3 - 8
The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp, Session II
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Designed to teach students voice, dance, and acting skills; give them performance experience; ignite their creative spirit; build a sense of accomplishment and community; and encourage them to have fun! Lunch and snacks are provided. $150 per week, plus $10 registration fee (non refundable). Balance due on the first day of camp. Includes camp T-shirt, tickets to Charlotte’s Web, Waterside Art Wednesday, Tea with the Queen/Simon’s Pirate Adventure, and The Lost Colony. Camp is for ages 6-15. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org
August 4
The Diary of Adam and Eve
This Family Fun Summer Series, at The Elizabethan Gardens, is highlighted by The Diary of Adam & Eve, a one act play from the Broadway Musical The Apple Tree. The performances in The Gardens air- conditioned theater run Tuesdays at 2:30 pm July 7-August 11. Based on a short story by Mark Twain and set to words and music by the team of Harnick and Bock who created Fiddler on the Roof, this light comedy is the perfect story for a garden setting. Younger family members can enjoy a concurrent program, A Snake in the Grass, if they choose not to see the play. (252) 473-3234 or elizabethangardens.org
August 5
Mad Jack Adult Comedy and Magic
Hilarious comedy, amazing magic and bizarre side-show stunts you will never forget all performed live on stage at the Hilton Garden Inn! This show is a riot, but contains adult language and subject matter. 9:30 pm. (252)489-9219. Event URL: obxtrememagic.com, Tickets $19.95
August 5, 12, 19
Bloody Mary and the Virgin Queen
Film Theatre, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 3 p.m. A humorous musical farce based on the relationship between Queen Elizabeth I and her half-sister, Mary Tudor. The two loathed one another and yet are buried in the same tomb in London’s Westminster Abbey. The production takes place in the tomb, in the present day. Tickets required. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com
August 6
American Heroes Day
10:00am to 3:00pm. Come see and talk to the real heroes of today. See the personnel, equipment and vehicles of area Coast Guard, law enforcement, fire fighters, water rescue, EMS, and much, much more. Static displays throughout the day and scheduled demarcations include Coast Guard Honor Guard and Color Guard, Coast Guard Search & Rescue helo and motor lifeboat demonstration, military flyover, jet ski ocean rescue demo, Beach Apparatus Drill. $5 per person, Parking across the street and along the highway. Schedule will appear on chicamacomico.net
August 6, 13
Tea with the Queen
Waterside Theatre. 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Have an audience with Queen Elizabeth I and her royal court. The Queen’s tea also includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre and a complimentary souvenir program. Advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years). (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org
August 6, 13
Simon’s Pirate Adventure
3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Come with your bawdy crew to be dressed like a pirate, talk like a pirate and act like a pirate. Enjoy Simon Fernando’s famous Carolina pirate friends as they reenact their dramatic high seas adventures. Simon’s Pirate Adventure includes a backstage tour of Waterside Theatre, a keepsake photo of you with a pirate and delicious pirate’s feast. 24-hour advance reservations required. Tickets are $22 for Adults, $11 for Youth (7-18 years). (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org
August 6, 13, 20
Shepherd of the Ocean
Film Theatre, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 3 p.m. A whimsical comedy about Sir Walter Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth I. Takes place moments before Sir Walter Raleigh’s execution for treason. Tickets required. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com
August 7
Beach Food Pantry
Clean out your pantry before you head home. Donate a non-perishable food item for the Beach Food Pantry and purchase 3 laser tag games for the price of 2. For more information about Gearworks Laser Tag & Fun Center visit obxgearworks.com.
August 7
The Outer Banks Grand Ole' Opry Show
7:30 pm. (252) 261-7505, outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
August 7
First Friday
Downtown Manteo Waterfront. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. First Friday is a fun-filled, family oriented street festival held the first friday of each month. firstfriday-roanokeisland.com
August 7
Pawrate Party
5-7 p.m. Pirate-themed party for pets & their people! Costume contest with prizes, dog games and refreshments for all attendees!. (252) 473-2094 or obxpuparazzi.com
August 8
10th Annual Kitty Hawk Kites Ocean Games
Ramada Plaza, Kill Devil Hills. A 5 mile kayak race, sandcastle building contests and kite flying demonstrations. (252) 441-4124, (877) FLY-THIS or kittyhawk.com
August 8
The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp Session II Performance
10 a.m. Performance by the young talents of The Lost Colony’s Theatre Arts Camp participants and members of The Lost Colony Company. This original production is inspired by the participant’s imaginations. Tickets are $5 per person. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org
August 9
8th Annual OBX Sandbar 5K
The Outer Banks only 5K Beach Run/Walk is set on the wide flat sands in front of the historic 'Old Station' public bath house in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. outerbanksrelieffoundation.com
August 11
The Diary of Adam and Eve
This Family Fun Summer Series, at The Elizabethan Gardens, is highlighted by The Diary of Adam & Eve, a one act play from the Broadway Musical The Apple Tree. The performances in The Gardens air- conditioned theater run Tuesdays at 2:30 pm July 7-August 11. Based on a short story by Mark Twain and set to words and music by the team of Harnick and Bock who created Fiddler on the Roof, this light comedy is the perfect story for a garden setting. Younger family members can enjoy a concurrent program, A Snake in the Grass, if they choose not to see the play. (252) 473-3234 or elizabethangardens.org
August 12 - 13
New World Festival of the Arts
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Manteo Waterfront. Featuring 80 selected artists from Vermont to Florida exhibiting and selling their work. (252) 473-2838.
August 12 - 13
New World Festival of the Arts
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Manteo Waterfront. Featuring 80 selected artists from Vermont to Florida exhibiting and selling their work. (252) 473-2838.
Virginia Dare Faire
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. Celebrate Virginia Dare’s 422nd birthday. Attend a full day of free activities for the family that include make and take crafts; games; entertainment, activities, free cake and ice cream. Reserve your seats early for the evening performance of The Lost Colony that cameos infant actors as baby Virginia. Ticket charges apply. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org
August 18
Virginia Dare Anniversary Performance
Waterside Theatre. 8 p.m. See a special performance of The Lost Colony that features infant actors in the role of baby Virginia. This traditional anniversary performance is held on the birthday of Virginia Dare, the first English child born in America. (252) 473-2127 or thelostcolony.org
August 18
Virginia Dare's Birthday Celebration
Celebrate Virginia Dare's 422 birthday as The Elizabethan Gardens, The Lost Colony and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site join together to present a full day of activities you and your family are sure to enjoy; no birthday is complete without cake and ice cream. There will be special activities all day at The Gardens. Free admission.
August 23
Leslie Erickson - Violinist
Art Gallery, Roanoke Island Festival Park. 4 p.m. (252) 475-1500 or roanokeisland.com
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