July on the Outer Banks is what summers are made of. The weather is warm and the iconic events of summer start popping up. Make this a summer to remember in the Outer Banks with the best 2025 North Carolina events in July in Cape Hatteras. Choose a home base from Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging that will keep you close to this summer action. Here’s how you should fill your month of July in Cape Hatteras!
Donkey Derby & Craft Fair
Experience this unique event happening in Cape Hatteras. It’s the Family-Friendly Donkey Derby happening on Friday, July 18. At this event, homemade wooden “donkeys,” painted by local sponsors, race across the 4×4 game board to the finish line! Another activity happening at this event is the Craft Fair. Check out handmade goods and art from various makers on Cape Hatteras. Enjoy food from different vendors and live music.
Boat Builders Tournament
If you love spending time fishing, you’ll love this July event. Come to this tournament happening July 23-26, at Pirates Cove Marina in Manteo. It’s one of the most highly anticipated fishing tournaments in the area. Attendance and participation all go to a wonderful cause which is to support the Dare County Boat Builders Foundation, who work to preserve the heritage of boat building and fishing in the region. Watch as anglers work at reeling in billfish, and enjoy unique celebrations and festivities surrounding the sport.
Outer Banks Skim Jam
Watch pro skimboarders take on the shorelines of Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head at the Outer Banks Skim Jam! This event takes place July 25-27, and features talented skim boarders who carve along the waves close to shore. It’s pretty impressive to watch competitors gliding across the water’s surface to meet the wave. Skimboarders from all over the country come to compete, while plenty of spectators line the shores to watch. You might find yourself wanting to try after watching!
The Best Place to Stay in July
A full social calendar like this one deserves a place to stay that’s comfortable and close to the action. Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging provides all of that and more! Take your pick of accommodations like suites, beach houses and even classic hotel rooms that are right on the coast.
Make yourself comfortable in a vacation rental that has what you need. Send updates on social media of all the fun you’re having at these July events using the in-unit Wi-Fi. Cook your meals and pack them for the beach in the full kitchen or kitchenette. Enjoy being outside without having to travel an inch, as you sit on your private deck or balcony.
When you’re not attending these events, you can relax by the pool and hot tub. Grill up a freshly caught fish at the park-style grills nearby. Freshen up beach towels and sandy swimsuits using the card-operated laundry machines. These rentals make the perfect home base for these July events and all your Cape Hatteras adventures.
Book Your July Rental with Lighthouse View Today
This July, experience all the elements that make summer great in Cape Hatteras. Stay close with a beachfront rental from Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging. Reach out today to reserve your stay!
