The 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is only six weeks away! Event sponsors help us create an amazing two-day show and tour for you, and we are honored to feature Gold Sponsor Metro Rental on the blog. Make plans to visit them at their Expo booth on Saturday, March 7th and stay tuned for details on the always anticipated Sunday, March 8th Wedding Tour!

Metro Rental has been providing its customers with beautiful pieces and equipment for years, and they pride themselves on their superior customer service. Metro Rental is able to supply anything from tents, tables, staging services, cookware, and everything in between for your wedding day or event on the Outer Banks. It doesn’t matter if your event is in Ocracoke or Corova, Metro Rental will do whatever they can to make sure that your day is as comfortable and beautiful as it can be.

Make sure to pay them a visit at the Expo, or stop by their showroom in Kill Devil Hills to check them out in person.  

Header/Photos: Courtney Hathaway Photography

Photos: Julie Dreelins' Beach Productions

Photo: Ryan & Rach Photography

For 24 years, Platinum Sponsor Basnight’s Lone Cedar Café has made it their commitment to provide the freshest, local seafood to the community and visitors on the Outer Banks. Located conveniently off the bridge from Roanoke Island, Lone Cedar can cater your event on-site, or off. With an in-house fish cleaning house, herb and vegetable garden, Lone Cedar will be able to accommodate any dietary needs and menus. Be sure to visit them at the OBXWA Wedding Expo and at their restaurant on Sunday, March 8^th for the Tour!

Photos: Natalie Heim Photography

The 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is just around the corner! Event sponsors help us create an amazing two-day show and tour for you, and we are honored to feature Platinum Sponsor Black Pelican Catering on the blog. Make plans to visit them at their Expo booth on Saturday, March 7 and stay tuned for details on the always anticipated Sunday, March 8 Wedding Tour!

How long have you been involved with weddings on the Outer Banks?

Black Pelican has been an Outer Banks staple since 1993, and we began to do catering and weddings in 2004.

What makes the Outer Banks unique and special to you?

We love the history and the community on the Outer Banks. Our name derives from an old sailor’s tale about how when danger was near on the sea, a black pelican was always hovering above, ready to lead the ship to safety.

What separates Black Pelican Catering from other local vendors?

Our business is unique because our world class professional chefs put their heart and soul into each individual plate that is presented to our customers. Our coordinators have a love for meeting new people and helping them bring their wedding vision to life. We are known for our consistency and diverse cuisine.

What are you most looking forward to about the 2020 Wedding Weekend?

We love the opportunity to work with all the exceptional wedding professionals, as well as working with new couples planning their unique wedding on the beautiful beaches of the Outer Banks.

Do you have any advice for a couple planning on booking your catering services?

We pride ourselves on exceptional service and quality! We cater to each bride and groom to provide exactly what they have envisioned for their special day. Our catering company is unique because we try to create a one of a kind experience with our food and service that people will remember for years to come!

Please provide any other information about yourself/business that a couple MUST know?

If you want more information, or already have Black Pelican Catering in mind, fill out our Interactive Event Planner so we can better tailor the services that we provide. Also, visit us at our expo!

Featured Image: Ryan & Rach 

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

The 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is just a few weeks away! Our vendors and sponsors come together to create a fabulous Wedding Expo and Tour for the participants. This week, we are honored to feature Platinum Sponsor Oak and Brine!

Owner, Chelsey Wince, began her career in Outer Banks weddings in 2017 and her company has since flourished! Oak and Brine is a lifestyle brand offering planning, wedding management, photo booth rentals, and design services.

She has grown her brand with Wedding Management services, which allow users to utilize the Aisle Planner software, so that you can plan your wedding and Chelsey and her team will work with you every step of the way!

Chelsey’s team can provide additional support through: vendor selection, RSVP management, and design and décor. Their photo booth setup, floral décor and arches are to die for! Read more about them on their previous blog, and be sure to stop by their booth on Saturday, March 7^th and visit them at their tour stop on March 8^th.

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

The 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is just around the corner! Event sponsors help us create an amazing two-day show and tour for you, and we are honored to feature Platinum Sponsor Red Sky Café on the blog. Make plans to visit them at their Expo booth on Saturday, March 7 and stay tuned for details on the always anticipated Sunday, March 8 Wedding Tour!

How long have you been involved with weddings on the Outer Banks?

Red Sky Café has been operating on the Outer Banks for over 15 years and we have become a local landmark for great tasting, local fare and premier catering services.

What makes the Outer Banks unique and special to you?

The Outer Banks reigns supreme for providing the perfect backdrop for a beach destination wedding. Weddings have grown over the years and more and more couples are choosing the Outer Banks as the place where they say, “I Do.” We love seeing the growth in the area and the sense of community that has evolved over time.

What separates Red Sky Café from other local vendors?

At Red Sky Café, we will go above & beyond to make sure that you and your guests will be stunned by our delicious food and flavors. We always try to tailor the menus custom to the couple and the ambiance and feel they want for their reception. Our catering team, made up of professional servers, bartenders and chefs, are always on top of their game when it comes to delivering the highest quality service possible. We can cater a variety of different menus and styles, such as tapas, plated dinners or buffet.

What are you most looking forward to about the 2020 Wedding Weekend?

At Red Sky Café, we are so excited to meet the couples who have booked us, and to meet more potential clients. By bringing samples of our menu to the expo, the participants can taste our creations and get an idea of the type of food that will be served during their wedding events.

Do you have any advice for a couple planning on booking your catering services?

If you are thinking about getting married on the Outer Banks and would like to book Red Sky Café as your catering services, please contact us as early as possible! Our spots fill up fast, especially during the busy season. Some brides even book a year in advance! If you have Red Sky Café in mind, please give us a call! There could always be a cancellation where we could accommodate on a short notice. We are always happy to accommodate menus that fit a couple’s taste, and even offer complimentary tastings.

Please provide any other information about yourself/business that a couple MUST know?

Come and see us at the 2020 Wedding Weekend + Expo and get to learn a little more about what we can do for you! It is such a fun and informative event for engaged couples and is also a great chance for us to be able to show off our skills! Congratulations & We hope to see you soon!

Photos: ColemanShots

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucherto use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

What could be better than marrying the one you love, surrounded by the ones you love? 2020 Wedding Weekend + Expo Platinum Sponsor, KEES Vacations, provides over 15 event homes so that you can get married and vacation with family and friends all in the same destination. Even better, their Flexstay™ program allows you and yours to arrive and leave when you want, to avoid the dreadful weekend traffic. Below are just a few reasons why you should choose KEES Outer Banks as your wedding destination.

Photo: Sarah Keenan Photography

Digital Check-In

Who wants to spend hours traveling to their vacation destination, only to arrive to their rental and not be able to get in? Absolutely no one! Instead of spending an excruciating amount of time in the car, having to wait for your keys at the rental office and then drive all the way back to the rental, our event homes and properties feature digital check-in. Now, you can drive straight to your rental property, punch in the door code, and begin enjoying the bliss that is the Outer Banks. All you must do is call our toll-free number, or email, and you will receive the code which will activate at 4p.m. on the day of your check-in.

Concierge Services

Vacationing with KEES lets you have the resort experience without the crowd. Our add-on concierge services are always available so that you can spend more time relaxing by the surf, and less time worrying about how you will fit everything you need into your car. Some to mention are:

• Cabana Service
  • Our exclusive cabana service is offered at our oceanfront properties. This includes a 10’ x 10’ tent on the beach, 8 beach chairs, a cooler with ice and trash disposal every day, all with no additional fee! The cabana service is also available to our non-oceanfront properties by request.
• Chair & Umbrella Delivery
• Paddle board & Bike Rentals
• Grocery Delivery
• Chef & Bartending Services
• Local Band Private Parties
• Beach Portrait Services
• Discounts on surf lessons, local restaurants and nearby golf

Photo: Sarah Keenan Photography

Event Homes

With families and friends living all over the place, a destination wedding is the perfect solution for a couple who wants to get married surrounded by those closest to them and experience a dreamy vacation all at the same time. Instead of getting ready and having to travel to ceremony and reception venues, our event homes boast everything in one place. You can walk out of your rental and straight onto the boardwalk aisle and get married with a backdrop that people dream of. Our event homes are over 5,000 square feet, with ample outdoor space, so that the wedding and reception can all happen just steps apart. Depending on the home you choose, our rentals provide the most spectacular amenities, such as:

• Oceanfront location
• Private Pool with a Swim Up Bar
• Hot Tub
• Tiki Bar
• Covered Seating
• Fenced Event Lawn
• Elevator
• Home Theatre
• Game Room
• Pub Lounge
• State of the Art Electronics
• Expansive Indoor and Outdoor Living Spaces

Whatever you choose, we are here for you! We can make arrangements for you and provide information on products and services in the area. There is so much here to do and our goal is to make your vacation and wedding as stress free as possible! Head over to our website to browse our properties and read more about all that we can do for you, or come and visit us at the 2020 Wedding Weekend + Expo!

Photo: Courtney Hathaway Photography

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• a VIP lanyard for our Wedding Venue Tour + Giveaway Entries. The VIP lanyard is essential for touring around our venues and gathering stickers from our participating venues. These stickers entitle you to tickets to enter into our giveaway drawings, increasing your chances to win. Must be present to win.
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors. Must be present to win.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway. 

The 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is just around the corner! Event sponsors help us create an amazing two-day show and tour for you, and we are honored to feature Platinum Sponsor Haven on the Banks on the blog. Make plans to visit them at their Expo booth on Saturday, March 7 and stay tuned for details on the always anticipated Sunday, March 8 Wedding Tour!

How long have you been involved with weddings on the Outer Banks?

Our story began with a bike ride shortly after we were married in 2016. We were riding our bikes around Nags Head and noticed several wedding tents set up to accommodate beach weddings. This lit the spark for the idea to have an all-in-one event venue and accommodation spaces on the same land. With experience in real estate aiding us, we secured the plot of land for Keeper’s Galley, our event space set to open in late February, and the six surrounding cottages.

What makes the Outer Banks unique and special to you?

We love the Outer Banks because there is something here for everyone. With some of the most stunning beaches on the East coast, the Outer Banks is a premier wedding and vacation destination. The food here is also incredible! Being on the water, the local seafood serves up astounding flavors of the Atlantic. Whether you want to spend your time golfing, checking out our local aquarium on Roanoke Island, fishing or just lounging on the sand, the Outer Banks is perfect for families and vacation goers alike!

What separates Haven on the Banks from other local vendors?

Being able to stay AND get married all on the same property? What could be better! Each of our six beach cottages sleeps up to 10 people and are stocked with amenities. Our 4,200-square foot venue space, Keeper’s Galley, will comfortably seat over 180 people and will be fully climate controlled. It also houses a second-floor loft with a bridal suite, a state of the art caterer’s kitchen and we even provide tables and chairs. Outdoors you'll find a large pool, hot tub, Tiki Bar, and fire pit--all just a short walk to the surf. Everything being just steps apart, it will be sure to alleviate any unwanted stress when it comes to your wedding day!

What are you most looking forward to about the 2020 Wedding Weekend?

The Wedding Weekend + Expo is such a great opportunity for prospective couple and their friends and family to learn more about wedding vendors local to the OBX and to have fun while doing it! Getting to meet them and tell them more about us is so much fun! We advise couples to explore all the vendors they may want to include on their special day.

Do you have any advice for a couple planning on getting married at your venue?

Remember to have fun! Your wedding day is one of the few days in life where it is all about you, and you get to be surrounded by your closest friends and family. At Haven on the Banks, your group can stay close together so everyone can have a great time collectively!

Please provide any other information about yourself/business that a couple MUST know?

We are here to help! Go to our website, browse our social media, give us a call or an email and we will certainly do whatever we can to give you any information you need. No matter where you choose to have your wedding, nothing is better than here on the Outer Banks.

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

The 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is just around the corner! Event sponsors help us create an amazing two-day show and tour for you, and we are honored to feature Platinum Sponsor Steamers on the blog. Make plans to visit them at their Expo booth on Saturday, March 7 and stay tuned for details on the always anticipated Sunday, March 8 Wedding Tour!

How long have you been involved with weddings on the Outer Banks?

Steamers first opened in Corolla in 1994. We started as a dine-in restaurant that wanted to bring the feel of a metropolitan restaurant to a small town on the beach, serving local classics. Since then, we’ve prepared our fair share of Steamer Pots To GÓ Clambakes, and have also extended our restaurant to include both Personal Chef and Catering Services in 2006. We are now conveniently located in Southern Shores. Drop in for a visit and we’d be happy to answer any questions you have about our catering services.

Photo: Coleman Shots

 What makes the Outer Banks unique and special to you?

Having been a local trademark since 1994, we deeply appreciate our returning vacationers and customers. The thought that families and friends choose to dine with us, or use our services, time after time really makes us feel like we are doing something right. We also enjoy being able to support other local businesses, such as the Wanchese, NC Fishing Fleet where we obtain all of our fresh seafood.

What separates Steamers from other local vendors?

We really do our best to go above and beyond for our customers. Through our catering website (cateringobx.com), you can request a quote with any other special requests and personalized menu options you had in mind for your wedding rehearsal, reception and everything in between. We also include preparation, service and clean-up.

What are you most looking forward to about the 2020 Wedding Weekend?

There is a real sense of community here on the Outer Banks. Being able to see the other local vendors and businesses that work with weddings on the Outer Banks is such a treat. During the busy season, it is hard to make time to keep up and see how everyone else is doing. It is the perfect opportunity to build and maintain those relationships that are essential to our business. We also love seeing all of the happy brides and grooms from all over and being able to inform them about our services and how we can make their destination wedding perfect!

Photo: ColemanShots

Do you have any advice for a couple planning on booking your catering services?

Our chef, Chris Braswell, is an artist in everything he creates. He really can take the local fresh flavors and create culinary masterpieces. Our advice would be to browse our catering menus, as well as our other menus to figure out what you and your guests would enjoy when the time comes! And keep in mind, we’re always happy to accommodate any dietary restrictions.

Please provide any other information about yourself/business that a couple MUST know?

Steamers’ OBX catering team covers all locations from Carova to Hatteras. If it’s on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, Steamers can help you create a unique and special dining experience.

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucherto use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

The 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is just around the corner! Event sponsors help us create an amazing two-day show and tour for you, and we are honored to feature Platinum Sponsor ClubCorp Properties Village Beach Club & Nags Head Golf Links on the blog. Make plans to visit them at their Expo booth on Saturday, March 7 and stay tuned for details on the always anticipated Sunday, March 8 Wedding Tour!

Where are you located on the Outer Banks?

We are located just over the bridge in Nags Head! The Village Beach Club is located at 5805 South Virginia Dare Trail facing the ocean and Nags Head Golf Links is at 5615 South Seachase Drive on the Roanoke Sound. Our locations are only a half-mile apart!

 What makes the Outer Banks unique and special to you?

We love calling the Outer Banks home! There are so many scenic, beautiful spots on this long, thin stretch of land, but we truly believe that we have all there is to offer! Whether it’s a ceremony facing the Roanoke Sound at the Nags Head Golf Links, or by the dunes looking out at the Atlantic Ocean at the Village Beach Club, both of our ceremony and reception venues are an ideal setting.

Photo: Courtney Hathaway Photography

What separates VBC/NHGL from other local vendors?

When choosing from one of our locations, you’re not only choosing a venue space. We also offer event planning and catering services. Couples come to us because they don’t want the hassle of finding multiple vendors for their wedding and reception. By having two locations with different landscapes, we’re able to offer multiple choices of oceanfront, sound front, poolside, indoor and outdoor venue spaces. Another bonus is that both venues are conveniently located with many accommodations nearby.

What are you most looking forward to about the 2020 Wedding Weekend?

We love seeing all the brides and grooms fall in love with the area the same way we have! Wedding Weekend is also a fabulous opportunity to see the other vendors here on the Outer Banks, and to meet the new ones who have joined the Outer Banks Wedding Association.

Do you have any advice for a couple planning their special day at one of your locations?

Come and meet us at the 2020 Wedding Weekend and Expo! Our Private Event Director, Liz Myers, will assist in any way to make your planning experience and day of as seamless as possible.

Please provide any other information about yourself/business that a couple MUST know?

When it comes down to it, the memories and experience are what matter most. We want you to relax and have an amazing time on your wedding day, and we’ll be there every step of the way to ensure that you do!

Photo: Courtney Hathaway Photography

TICKETS: Tickets are on sale now! 

VIP Ticket Package ($40)

This special ticket offers you:

• our beautiful waterproof canvas bag
• special promotions and goodies from our Expo Sponsors
• an entry for the chance to win a $1,000 voucher to use with any of our participating Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors.

General Admission ($20)

Tickets grant you entry into the two day expo and the Wedding Tour. These ticket holders are not eligible to enter the VIP giveaway packages. 

The 2020 Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is just around the corner! Event sponsors help us create an amazing two-day show and tour for you, and we are honored to feature Gold Sponsor Sugar Creek Restaurant on the blog. Make plans to visit Sugar Creek Restaurant at their Expo booth on Saturday, March 7 and stay tuned for details on the always anticipated Sunday, March 8 Wedding Tour!

How long have you been in the Outer Banks?

Ervin Bateman has been operating Sugar Creek Restaurant & Catering since 1989. We are proud to be an award-winning restaurant and point-of-interest for locals and tourists visiting the Outer Banks. Our restaurant and catering menu is locally renowned, especially our shrimp. We only use the highest quality local seafood and ingredients.

 What makes the Outer Banks unique and special to you?

We really do enjoy meeting and being able to cater to all the people who come to enjoy their time on the Outer Banks. Being from here, it can be easy to take the scenic views and wildlife for granted. Being able to witness the tourists’ fresh stance and awe of the water and sound front inspires us to keep serving the freshest food and offer the best service to our customers.

What separates Sugar Creek Restaurant & Catering from other local vendors?

At Sugar Creek, we offer both an on and off-site catering, and a wedding ceremony and reception venue. Our sound-facing gazebo gives the wedding party and guests all-around water views for a picturesque ceremony and reception. We also use fresh seafood from the Outer Banks so that everyone gets to experience local flavors.

 What are you most looking forward to about the 2020 Wedding Weekend?

We are excited as a returning sponsor to meet all the engaged couples and reunite with the other vendors of the Outer Banks Wedding Association. It is such a great opportunity for those interested in having an Outer Banks wedding to meet with business owners and to view the tour stops along the way. We really believe in staying local, and to have local businesses, planners, and vendors to support one another in any way they can.

Do you have any advice for a couple booking your services?

Our only advice is to come and meet us! Whether it is at an OBXWA event, or if you just want to stop into our restaurant to try our famous shrimp. Visit our catering website to see our sample buffet menus for your wedding, event or rehearsal dinner.

Please provide any other information about yourself/business that a couple MUST know?

Do your research! Resources like obxwa.com allow you to select your vendors and catering without having to make the trip to the coast. We strongly believe in our ability to offer the best local cuisine at our restaurant and at off-site events. Take your time, relax and know that at the end of the day, all of us here on the Outer Banks will do whatever we can to ensure your wedding day will be everything you’ve imagined. We look forward to meeting with you!