🏳️🌈 OBX Pridefest is our flagship fundraiser and includes a week of various events throughout the Outer Banks, produced by OBX Pride, Inc., a 501(c)3 local non-profit organization. Established in 2011, OBX Pride, Inc. our mission is to eliminate prejudices and discrimination toward the LBGTQ+ community, to encourage businesses to be LBGTQ-friendly, and to increase tourism to the OBX while honoring the diverse community. Pridefest week is all-inclusive and we welcome everyone.
🏳️🌈 The 15th Annual OBX Pride Week Kicks Off May 29th, 2026 and runs until May 31st, 2026. Secure your stay for a week full of events!
🏳️🌈 Saturday, May 30th is our FREE and family-friendly Pride Festival. All ages are welcome!
Events
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Out at Sea Sunset Cruise
Pirate's Cove Marina 2000 Sailfish Dr, Manteo, North Carolina, United StatesSet sail into the sunset aboard the Crystal Dawn for a breathtaking evening on the water! The Out at Sea OBX Pride Sunset Cruise takes you on a scenic journey around Roanoke Island, where you can soak in stunning views, enjoy the salty breeze, and celebrate Pride with fellow festival goers.
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Big Delighted Energy starring Delighted Tobehere
Theatre of Dare 3848 N Croatan Hwy, Kitty Hawk, NC, United StatesThis show contains ONE ingredient: Delighted Tobehere. No GMO's, No Additives, No Gluten. Simply Big Delighted Energy. Delighted Tobehere, NYC’s 7 foot tall, award winning, southern queen, will serve up charm, talent, and a heapin' helpin' of funny that is sure to satisfy your worst drag cravings.
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15th Annual OBX Pride Festival (Free & Family-Friendly!)
Roanoke Island Festival Park 1 Festival Park, Manteo, United StatesThis FREE, family-friendly, LGBTQ+ Pride festival is our main event on Saturday, May 30th at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Enjoy an afternoon of live bands, food vendors, craft vendors, face painting, games, entertainers, and more!
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OBX Pride After Dark with DJ
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe 7623 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, North Carolina, United StatesWhen the sun sets, the Pride party kicks into overdrive! Join us at Lone Cedar for OBX Pride After Dark, the official Saturday night after party featuring an incredible DJ spinning tracks all night.
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Big Gay Drag Brunch
Jennette's Pier 7223 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head, NC, United StatesWake up, glam up, and brunch like a queen at the Big Gay Drag Brunch! 🌈✨ Join us for a fabulous morning of mimosas and bloody marys, a mouthwatering brunch, and dazzling drag performances—all set against one of the most breathtaking backdrops in the OBX.
