Watermelon Festival

Jockey's Ridge Crossing

• Date: 8/3/2026
• Starts: 10:00am
• Ends: 4:00pm

The 20th Annual Outer Banks Watermelon Festival, hosted by Kitty Hawk Kites, is a fun-filled, family-friendly event taking place at Jockey’s Ridge Crossing in Nags Head, NC. Scheduled for Thursday, August 1st, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the festival features exciting games, contests, live music, and plenty of fresh watermelon. Proceeds from the event benefit the Outer Banks Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Coalition, making it a great way to enjoy summer while supporting a good cause.

https://www.kittyhawk.com/event/outer-banks-watermelon-festival/