12 Bars of Christmas

The Outer Banks is a cherished vacation spot all year, but there's something truly enchanting about it during the holiday season! From November 29th to December 31st, 2024, a dozen locals’ favorite restaurants will present the 12 Bars of Christmas, bringing extra cheer to the Outer Banks while transforming into festive winter wonderlands, each with its own unique holiday theme and menu. Beyond the seasonal food and drinks, these venues will host a variety of special holiday events. From live music and holiday markets to gingerbread house decorating contests, there will be plenty of fun and festive activities to enjoy throughout the season.

All 12 bars and restaurants are open to the public. For $10, you can purchase a 12 Bars of Christmas passport, benefitting 12 local charities, at any of the participating restaurants. After visiting each 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 keepsake ornament. Tear off and submit your passport stub to be entered to win the giveaway after the New Year!

New for 2024, the 12 Bars will be presenting a Kids Quest scavenger hunt, a fun way for children to partake in the event! Like the adult passport challenge, all proceeds are donated to local Outer Banks charities. Kids of all ages can participate by purchasing a $5 Kids Quest booklet at any of the 12 restaurants beginning November 29th. After collecting 3 or more stamps in their booklet, they can enter to win one of the epic prizes!

Find more information at www.12barsofchristmas.com.