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Save The Date-National Night Out October 4, 2022

Join us for National Night Out on October 4, 2022 5pm at Dowdy Park at 3005 S Croatan Hwy! Read on...
Beach Restoration 2022

A beach restoration project is taking place this summer on the beach between 8031 South Old Oregon Inlet Road (Comfort Inn South) near MP 16 and 10435 South Old Oregon Inlet Road near MP 21. Read on...
Save the Date- Estuarine Shoreline Management Plan Public Meeting Wednesday August 10th 5-7pm

Save the Date for the upcoming Estuarine Shoreline Management Plan Public Meeting on... Read on...
Beach Driving Permit Fee Changes

The seasonal beach driving permit fee has increased from $25 for everyone to $50 for Nags Head residents and property owners and $100 for all others. Read on...
Summer 2022 Dowdy Park Events

Summer is in full swing and so are the events at Dowdy Park. Read on...
Rethink Your Celebration - Fireworks and Sky Lanterns Are Illegal in Nags Head

Fireworks and sky lanterns may be a tradition, but please rethink your celebration. Not only are they dangerous to people, but they can also ignite fires on roofs or in dry grass. Remember - fireworks and sky lanterns are illegal in Nags Head. Read on...
We Need YOUR Input on electric vehicles!

The Town of Nags Head is soliciting public feedback of an electric vehicle action plan that was recently completed. Read on...
It's That Time of Year - Tax Bills Are Arriving!

Yes, it's that time of year again. Property tax bills should be arriving in the mail this week and next. If you are set up to receive your bill via email, it will already be in your inbox. Read on...
Old Nags Head Cove Watermain Replacement

The watermain replacement continues along S. Pamlico Way in Old Nags Head Cove Subdivision. Read on...
Dare County Tourism Board - Event Center at The Soundside Event Site

The Dare County Tourism Board is in the early stages of developing a multi-use Event Center at The Soundside event site in Nags Head. Read on...

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Trash and Recycling
Trash and Recycling Collection Routes and Schedules
Curbside Recycling Service and Recycling Drop Off Points
Bulk Item/Brush Disposal (Note that a permit/sticker is required to use the bulk item/brush collection yard.)
**Curbside collection of bulk items and brush takes place from October through April each year.
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Dowdy Park Summer Events
Join us at Dowdy Park at 3005 South Croatan Highway through mid-September for fun events such as farmer's markets, yoga, and concerts. Located just a block away from the beach, park features include an inclusive playground, an amphitheater, and bathrooms.
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Check out Dowdy Park's other features and a map.

Beach Pit Fires
Beach pit fires are allowed on the beach in the Town of Nags Head with a permit. Permits are issued between 5:30 p.m. and midnight daily based on current wind speed and fire danger conditions. Permits are valid the day of issue only, through midnight, and are valid only within the Town of Nags Head.
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