In addition to festive food and drinks, each bar and restaurant will also host special events throughout the holiday season, such as live music, holiday markets, and gingerbread house decorating contests.
Here's a list of participating bars and restaurants:
Poor Rudolf's
Poor Richards Sandwich Shop, 305 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Manteo
Deck the Hulls
Outer Banks Distilling, 510 Budleigh St, Manteo
Aww Shucks
Blue Water Grill & Raw Bar, 2000 Sailfish Dr, Manteo
Pura Vida 518 is less than 2.5 miles away!
Jingle 12
Lucky 12 Tavern, 3308 S Virginia Dare Trail, Nags Head
Southern Cross 420-C, Raven’s Nest 425-A, Wishin 4 Fishin 470, and Angels Landing 488 are less than a quarter mile away!
Mama Klaus's
Mama Kwan's Tiki Bar & Grill, 1701 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills
Pelican Briefs 397-D, Drop Anchor 389-C, Hook, Wine & Sinker 389, and Moon Shadow 447 are less than half a mile away!
The Broken Candy Cane
Bonzer Shack, 1200 S Va Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills
‘Til Next Time 387-B, OBX Magic SDV-201, Coastal Condo SDV-103, A Shore Thing VP-204, Seawatch 380-A, and Mel’s Place ADV3-A3 are less than a quarter mile away!
Jack Frost's Cheer & Burger Joint
Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint, 800 S Va Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills
Birch 385 and Got Beach? 381-B are less than a quarter mile away!
Christmas Vacation Station
Outer Banks Brewing Station, 600 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills
Family & Friends 378-B, Isabel 375-C, and Sea Squirt 375 are less than half a mile away!
Goombrrrs
Goombays Grille & Raw Bar, 1608 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills
Benton 333-B, Nautilus TGS-D2, Ocean Hideaway CRS-301, and Dolphin Sunset SHW-6 are less than a quarter mile away!
Sandy Claws
Blue Crab Tavern, 1180 Colington Rd, Kill Devil Hills
ObXoXo BB-1800, Flip Flops ‘N’ Bikini Tops 378, and Beach Daze 373 are less than 2 miles away!
Holly Jolly Christmas
Jolly Roger Restaurant, 1836 N Va Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills
Making Waves 334-A, Making Memories 388, Vanderhoof 322-A, and Hurricane Katie 323-A are less than a quarter mile away!
McCallister's Corner
Two Roads Tavern, 3105 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills
Flip Flops N’ Pop Tops 306-A, Mitchell 312-A, Sun and Sand 330-A, Sun and Sand II 330-B, and Baby’s Dream 315 are less than half a mile away!
Here are a few tips for making the most of your 12 Bars of Christmas experience:
* Start planning early and map out your route. You can also purchase a 12 Bars of Christmas passport for $5 (this donation supports 12 local charities) at any of the participating restaurants. After visiting every location and collecting 12 stamps on your passport, turn in your completed passport to any of the restaurants to receive a 12 Bars of Christmas ceramic ornament. You’ll also be automatically entered to win a giveaway of 3 gift card packages after the New Year!
* Don’t feel like driving? Check out the OBX Party Bus, offering VIP pub crawls, running 4 different routes, and visiting 3 bars on each route. Find more information and purchase tickets here.
* Dress in layers, as the weather can be unpredictable on the Outer Banks during the winter months.
* Be sure to pace yourself and drink plenty of water.
* Have fun and enjoy the festive atmosphere!
The 12 Bars of Christmas is a great way to experience the Outer Banks during the holiday season. With so many participating bars and restaurants, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Gather your friends and family, and get ready to celebrate the Outer Banks way!
For the most up-to-date information, check out the 12 Bars of Christmas on Instagram (@12barsofchristmas), Facebook, and on their website.