Theater: The Lost Colony | June 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22
Doses of history and mystery in long-running symphonic play about first English settlers on Roanoke Island, an Outer Banks institution for more than 80 years. Outdoor, open-air performances six nights per week until late August. Gates open 7:30 p.m., house opens 8 p.m., curtain drops 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Friday, Saturday feature Native-American pre-show at 8 p.m. Backstage tours also available. Tickets $40, $35, $25. Waterside Theater, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, 1409 National Park Drive, Manteo.
www.thelostcolony.org; 252-473-6000
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Flight: Rogallo Kite Festival | June 16, 17
Family-friendly annual celebration of people and kites taking flight at Jockey’s Ridge State Park. In honor of Francis Rogallo, NASA scientist and a pioneer of modern aviation, who eventually settled in Outer Banks. Free event features 30- to 100-foot kites flying over the big dune, along with stunt kite demonstrations and activities for the kids. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. both days. Hosted by Kitty Hawk Kites. Parking at Jockey’s Ridge and Kitty Hawk Kites across highway. Hats, sunscreen, water, chairs or blankets recommended. 300 W. Carolista Drive, Nags Head.
www.kittyhawk.com/event/rogallo-kite-festival; 252-251-4314
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Baseball: Outer Banks Scallywags | June 19, 20, 21, 22
College summer baseball. Old Outer Banks Daredevils re-branded as Scallywags and compete in six-team Premier Collegiate League against regional opponents. Wooden bat league, NCAA compliant. Home games at Coy Tillett Field at Manteo HS. Adult general admission $10, kids general admission $8. Gates open 6 p.m., first pitch 7 p.m. June 19 vs. Tarboro Bandits, June 20 vs. Va. Beach Sea Dogs, June 21 vs. Greenbrier Knights, June 22 vs. Norfolk Redbirds. 829 Wingina Ave., Manteo.
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Music: Lettuce, Steel Pulse | June 20
Funk, jazz and reggae-oriented show at Roanoke Island Festival Park features a pair of stout bands within their genres. Lettuce is Boston-based group that’s been around since 1990s and heavily influenced by Earth, Wind & Fire and ‘70s-‘80s-era soul and funk. Members routinely record with other artists. Grammy-award winning roots reggae outfit Steel Pulse has been around since late 1970s and originated in Birmingham, England. General admission $40, day of show $45. Gates open 5 p.m., show 7 p.m. 1 Festival Park, Manteo.
www.vusicobx.com/event; 252-475-1500
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Local market: First Flight Farmers Market | June 20
Market every Tuesday at Aviation Park in Kill Devil Hills every Tuesday until mid-August. Local artisans and food trucks. Approximately 65 vendors. Woodworking, photography, painting, jewelry, candles, food and treats. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free admission. Aviation Park near First Flight school complex, 103 Veterans Drive, Kill Devil Hills. Parking at park and across street at First Flight HS.
www.kdhnc.com; 252-449-5300
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Outdoor fest: Corolla Cork and Craft | June 21
Currituck County Tourism bureau stages outdoor event each Wednesday in historic Corolla Park. Local beer and wine, live music, food, artisans and crafts. Music by folk rock duo Mercy Creek. Free admission. Beer and wine and food and crafts available for purchase. 3-6 p.m. Also, weekly cornhole tournament if you’re up for tossing bags. Registration $20 per team. Advance registration required. 3-6 p.m. Prizes for winners and runners-up. 1160 Village Lane, Corolla.
www.visitcurrituck.com/events/; 252-453-9612, 252-453-9040 (cornhole registration)
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Comedy: Kevin Farley, Kate Brindle | June 21
Newly-renovated Pioneer Theatre in Manteo hosts standup comedy evening. Headliner Farley, brother of late comic actor and SNL star Chris Farley, has been an actor and comedian for 30 years, appearing in TV shows such as “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” and Netflix series “F Is For Family.” Brindle has worked in 40 states and opened for Sarah Silverman, Bill Burr and Kevin Nealon. 7:30-9 p.m. Tickets $47 thru eventbrite.com. 113 Budleigh St., Manteo.
www.facebook.com/laughinggullobx/; 252-305-8578 (Pioneer Theatre mobile), 252-715-1155 (Theatre of Dare)
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Horses: Mustang Mornings | June 21
Meet Corolla wild mustangs under care of Corolla Wild Horse Fund every Wednesday at its farm on the mainland in Currituck. Staff recount herd’s history and tell stories about individual horses. Also, movie screening of 32-minute documentary about the horses and local culture. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $10 donation suggested. 102 Young Rider Lane, Grandy.
www.corollawildhorses.com/mustangmornings/; 252-453-8002
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Native culture: Drums, Bugs | June 16, 23
The Native American Museum in Frisco hosts programs every Thursday afternoon related to native culture and history. June 16 program is about drumming, what natives often refer to as “Earth’s heartbeat.” June 23 program is about native relationships to smaller animals – spiders, snakes, beetles, etc. – and the often unseen benefits they provide. Programs 2-3 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. $10 program fee. Regular admission $8, students, seniors $5. Regular hours Tuesday-Sunday 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 53536 NC Hwy 12, Frisco.
www.nativeamericanmuseum.org; 252-995-4440
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Music: Roadside Bar and Grill | June 16, 20, 21, 22
You can do worse than the Backside Bar at the venerable joint in the heart of metropolitan Duck. Music four or five nights a week in a chill atmosphere at a place with good grub. Fridays feature the Yacht Dogs, Harry Harrison’s interesting collaboration. Saturdays rotate. Tuesdays are Tommy V, Wednesday’s Monkey Bread, and Thursday’s are Hot Sauce. Free admission, but beer and grub cost. 7-10 p.m. 1193 Duck Road.
www.duckroadside.com; 252-261-5729
