Moonrise over the ocean is pretty spectacular too, and under a Carolina moon, just about anything is possible. Read on for some barrier island options. The Outer Banks after hours isn't like other resort areas. We don't have the huge strips of late-night entertainment joints that you find in many other vacation destinations, but there are a number of bars and dance floors across the barrier islands. If you are a night owl, or at least like to stretch your wings a bit on vacation, you will find fun and frolic in dozens of establishments from Corolla all the way to Ocracoke.
Families can enjoy a variety of early-evening entertainment options here.
Miniature golf, go-cart tracks, movie theaters, bumper boats, even a small amusement park and a bowling alley are listed in our Recreation chapter. Outer Banks musicians play everything from blues to jazz to rock to hard-core alternative and country tunes. Many acoustic acts, however, can be heard for free. Local stations WVOD 99.1 FM and WOBR 95.3 FM give daily concert updates on evening radio broadcasts. Beer and wine are offered throughout the barrier islands.