Are you searching for a fun and exciting activity that everyone in your family will enjoy during your Outer Banks vacation? You can discover our area’s unique past at The Lost Colony play on Roanoke Island! This fantastic show provides quality entertainment in a beautiful setting, making for a memorable summer evening.
For more ways to make the most of your trip to the Outer Banks, be sure to download our complimentary Vacation Guide! It’s full of the best things to do and places to see in our area.
Your Guide to The Lost Colony Play
The Lost Colony play takes guests on an adventure through the history of England’s first attempted settlement in America. This exciting story takes place on Roanoke Island at a beautiful outdoor theater overlooking the sound. Both adults and children will love the award-winning storytelling, showmanship, and special effects in this fascinating performance that you won’t want to miss during your summer vacation to the Outer Banks.
The play runs throughout the summer from the end of May to the end of August. Shows take place every Monday through Saturday starting at 8:30 p.m. Adult tickets for The Lost Colony play start at $20, and kids five and under are free every night.
More Exciting History in the OBX
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site
Next door to The Lost Colony play is Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. This beautifully wooded area is home to the basis of the production. Here you can explore the preserved earthen remains of Sir Walter Raleigh’s English settlement, marking the spot of the first English ‘colony’ in America.
Roanoke Island Festival Park
Adults and kids will love exploring the fun and exciting history at Roanoke Island Festival Park. You’ll find several attractions, including a representational ship from the 1585 English voyage to the island, a constructed American Indian town, and a mock English settlement site! There’s also a large outdoor space for concerts and events.
Wright Brothers National Memorial
If you’re searching for some fascinating American history that’s a little more current, head over to Kill Devil Hills to check out Wright Brothers National Memorial. Orville and Wilbur Wright’s dream of flying came true in 1903 on this windy hill near Kitty Hawk after years of trials and experimentation. You can see the reconstructed 1903 camp buildings and the Wright Brothers National Memorial visitor center, where exhibits highlighting the achievement of flight are on display.
Book Your Roanoke Island Accommodations
Pirate’s Cove Realty is the perfect basecamp for your OBX adventure. We offer condos and homes at a variety of locations around Roanoke Island, including our private gated community and Shallowbag Bay Resort. We even have properties in downtown Manteo that are steps away from the lighthouse! Whether you need a large house for the entire family or a cozy condo for two, you’ll find it with us!
Start planning your Outer Banks getaway by booking one of our accommodations. We look forward to welcoming you to our coastal oasis.
