Sports Events and Facilities on the Outer Banks
Adventure Awaits on the OBX
The Outer Banks of North Carolina (also known as the OBX) invites visitors to discover fresh passions and an expansive range of outdoor recreation. Across our islands’ 100 miles, sporting event venues can accommodate many different types of gatherings. Competitors and their families will enjoy the mild climate, coastal culture, and collection of historic landmarks. For sports and outdoor activities, our sandbox offers room for everyone.
If you need assistance navigating our beaches for an event, contact Lorrie Love at love@outerbanks.org.
Venues Built for Competition
Waterfront Event Locations
Whether your event belongs oceanside or soundside, the Outer Banks offers a waterfront setting to match. Available activities include beach volleyball, sand soccer, handball, surfing, kayaking, fishing of all varieties, windsurfing, kiteboarding, sailing, rowing, swimming, paddle boarding, beach rugby, running, and obstacle courses.
Recent waterfront events held along the shores of the Outer Banks include:
- ESA 2020 Easterns Recap
- OBX-WIND Event
The Soundside Event Site
This 10 acre soundfront property is suited to unconventional events such as dock dogs, kite competitions, corn hole tournaments, and ultimate frisbee.
Multi-Purpose Sports Facilities
Traditional sports are welcome as well, including soccer, Lacrosse, softball, baseball, golf, disc golf, volleyball, basketball, pickleball, football, and cheer competitions. The Outer Banks is also home to 4 skate parks.