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Things to Do on the OBX - March 5, 2025

Greetings, coastal adventurers! March 5 arrives on the Outer Banks with its signature blend of salt-kissed breezes and playful skies—a day where sunbeams flirt with passing clouds, and seagulls perfect their aerial snack-heist maneuvers.

Whether you’re here to mark Ash Wednesday with reflection or indulge in Lenten seafood feasts, today’s forecast promises a dash of drama and a sprinkle of sunshine. Let’s dive into the details!

🌦️ Today’s Coastal Weather

March 5 brings a mix of mild temperatures and atmospheric theatrics. The day starts with a high of 64°F (18°C) under overcast skies, though morning showers are expected to taper off by midday. 

Sunrise paints the horizon at 6:26 AM, while sunset bids farewell at 6:01 PM, offering 11 hours and 35 minutes of daylight. The Atlantic’s water temperature hovers at 55°F (12.8°C)—still too chilly for swimming but perfect for invigorating beach walks or photographing wave-crashed shells.

📅 Countdown to Coastal Celebrations

The horizon glimmers with upcoming festivities. Mark your calendars:

  • OBX Taste of the Beach: 30 days to go (April 4–6). Prep your palate for bourbon-paired dinners, chowder showdowns, and a “Pirates & Pigs” roast under the stars.

  • Outer Banks Bike Week: 45 days until engines roar (April 19–27). Dust off your leathers for guided coastal rides and live bands at Roanoke Island Festival Park.

  • St. Patrick’s Day Weekend: 11 days to greenify your wardrobe (March 16). Don’t miss the Kelly’s Tavern Parade in Kill Devil Hills—a spectacle of emerald-clad pups, bagpipe brigades, and candy-tossing leprechauns.

Today’s Restaurant Specials

Upcoming Events

🐾 Pet Vaccination Clinic – Coastal Humane Society

📍 Where: Good Dog Retreat, 716 US-64, Manteo, NC
📅 When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 | 11 AM – 2 PM

  • 🐱 Feline Vaccines: Rabies – $10, FVRCP – $13

  • 🐶 Canine Vaccines: Rabies – $10, DAP – $15, Bordetella – $11, Heartworm – $20

  • 💵 Note: Dogs must be leashed, and cats in carriers. Cash or check only.

Upcoming Events – Red Drum

  • Music Bingo with OBX Soundbites 🎶

    • Dates: March 6, & March 20

    • Time: 6:30 PM

    • Special: ½ price wings all day!

  • St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawls 🍻 (March 15) with OBX Party Bus

    • Daytime Crawl: 1:30 – 5:30 PM (Tickets)

    • Nighttime Crawl: 7:30 – 11:30 PM (Tickets)

  • St. Patrick’s Day Parade ☘️ (March 16, 1:00 – 3:00 PM)

    • Grab a drink and enjoy the parade with Guinness on tap and a front-row seat to the action!

Hook’d Fish Fry & Wine Fest – Sanctuary Vineyards

Date: April 5, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Details:

  • All-you-can-eat country-style fish fry featuring catfish, fries, slaw, and hushpuppies

  • Live music and a great selection of local wine & beer
    Save the date for this exciting food and wine event at Sanctuary Vineyards!

Coffee with a Cop – Town of Duck Police Department ☕👮‍♂️

  • Date: Friday, March 7

  • Time: 10:00 AM

  • Location: Duck’s Cottage Coffee & Books (1240 Duck Road)

  • Details:

    • Enjoy a casual coffee chat with local police officers.

    • Ask questions, share concerns, or just connect with the community.

    • Upper Crust Bakery will be providing delicious treat

🌎 Earth Day "Sweep the Beach" Art Contest – April 22

Join Dare Arts and Kitty Hawk Kites in celebrating Earth Day by turning beach trash into creative treasures! Artists are invited to collect debris from local beaches and transform it into unique works of art.

📅 Date: Tuesday, April 22
 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Jockey’s Ridge State Park, Nags Head

🏆 4 Prize Categories:

  • People’s Choice

  • Youth Award

  • Best Plastics Art

  • Best Litter Art

🗳️ Public Voting: Art submissions will be displayed at Jockey’s Ridge Crossing for public voting from April 1–21, with winners announced at Earth Fair OBX on April 22.

🔗 More info: kittyhawk.com/events | 📞 877.FLY.THIS

Get creative, help clean up the beaches, and celebrate Earth Day with art! 🎨🌊♻️

Community Blood Drive – Kill Devil Hills Police Department

Date: Monday, March 31, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Kill Devil Hills Police Department (Town Hall) – Board Meeting Room, 102 Town Hall Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Details:

  • Donate blood and help save lives!

  • A1C testing available for successful donors to check for pre-diabetes or diabetes.

  • Schedule an appointment at RedCrossBlood.org using the code KDHPOLICE.

  • Complete your pre-donation reading at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass.

The Cajun Occasion – Mardi Gras Celebration at Sanctuary Vineyards

Date: TBD
Enjoy a festive night of live Dixieland music, jambalaya, gumbo, cornbread, and your favorite local wines.

  • Bon Temps Table for 8: $350

  • Adult Tickets: $35

Get your tickets now before they sell out!

Guided Camellia Tours – Elizabethan Gardens

When: Thursdays at 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Enjoy a cup of hot tea and a stroll through the beautiful, historic Camellia collection at Elizabethan Gardens. The nursery offers classic and rare varieties for sale.
More info & tickets: elizabethangardens.org/camellia-tours

Keep it Clean, Kitty Hawk - Community Cleanup

Join the Town of Kitty Hawk for a community-wide cleanup effort!

  • Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025

  • Time: 10 AM - 12 PM

  • Location: Kitty Hawk Town Hall, 101 Veterans Memorial Drive

  • What to Expect:
    Assignments & safety briefing at Town Hall
    Cleanup supplies provided
    Free lunch for volunteers

Employment Opportunities

🚴‍♂️ HIRING: Island Cycles & Beach Gear Rentals

Looking for a fun summer job? Island Cycles is hiring for the 2025 season at their Rodanthe and Avon locations! Positions are available for ages 15 and up, offering great pay and flexible schedules. Don't miss out on a chance to work by the beach!

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Call Rachel: 252-573-9739

🏛️ JOIN: Town of Duck – Planning Board & Board of Adjustment

The Town of Duck is seeking applicants for vacancies on the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment. If you're passionate about local development and zoning, this is a great way to get involved!

✔ Must be a property owner in the Town of Duck
✔ Applications due Tuesday, February 25, 2025, by 5:00 PM
✔ Attend the March 5, 2025, Town Council Meeting to introduce yourself

🌿 The Nature Conservancy – Now Hiring!

Looking for a job that makes a difference? The Nature Conservancy in North Carolina is hiring for multiple positions!

📌 Open Positions:

  • 🌱 Nags Head Woods Preserve Visitor Outreach Assistant (Summer Position) – Focused on education and visitor services, working closely with conservation staff. Apply here.

  • 📊 Southern Blue Ridge Conservation Coordinator – Provides administrative and logistical support for conservation projects. Apply here.

  • 🔥 NC Coastal Plain Burn Crew Members (Summer Position) – Hands-on role in wildland fire operations in Wilmington, NC (May–August). Apply here.

Now Hiring – Breakwater Restaurant (2025 Season)

Breakwater Restaurant is hiring for the upcoming 2025 season! Positions available:

  • Kitchen Staff

  • Servers

  • Housekeeping

  • Reservations

📍 Apply in person at Breakwater Inn Office or call April at (252) 986-2565 for more details.

Job Openings – NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island

The NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island is hiring! If you're a team player who loves water, check out these open positions:

  • Building Superintendent

  • Horticulture Assistant

  • Special Activities Intern

  • Cashier & Seasonal Cashier

  • Special Activities Instructors

  • Welfare & Behavior Technician

📅 Application deadlines are approaching! Apply now at: NC Aquariums Careers

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