Attractions Tips

The Whalehead Preservation Trust and Wildlife Museum Board of Trustees host a huge black-tie affair each October to raise funds for renovating Corolla's Whalehead Club. Dubbed the Knights Ball (after Edward Collins Knight Jr., who had the mansion built for his wife), the event includes an open bar, buffet dinner, live music, and a silent auction. For tickets and additional information, see our Annual Events chapter or call Douglas Brindley at (252) 453-3000, extension 309.

Make reservations for the things you really want to do before you leave home. Especially in July and August, popular attractions such as The Lost Colony sell out on special nights (like Family Night, when you can get a great discount.)

Hand this book to your teenager and give her or him the challenge of coming up with a day's worth of free activities . . . then reward the whole family with dinner out after your special day.

The Outer Banks is no longer a ghost town in winter months! You'll find museums, galleries, and other sites open year-round. Holidays are especially popular times . . . why not plan to spend Christmas at the beach this year? You'll be delighted at the way Roanoke Island celebrates Christmas these days!

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