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There's Always Something Happening for our Community

From our signature Chef's Challenge to the community fundraisers neighbors host on our behalf, Beach Food Pantry stays busy year-round, and there are plenty of ways to join in.


Events do more than raise money. They bring the Outer Banks together around a shared goal and remind everyone that ending hunger here is a community effort. Whether you want to attend, volunteer, or host something of your own, this is where you'll find what's coming up.

SOLD OUT: Inside the Chefs' Challenge: A Night of Flavor, Community, and Hunger Relief

The Chefs' Challenge has become one of the Outer Banks' most anticipated annual events — a vibrant, high-energy celebration of food, talent, and community support. As Beach Food Pantry’s largest...
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Governor Josh Stein Highlights Hunger Relief During Volunteer Visit to Beach Food Pantry

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein’s recent visit to the Beach Food Pantry offered a powerful reminder of a truth our community knows well: hunger doesn’t take a summer vacation. On June 26,...
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12pm Duck and Wine Festival

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8am Online ordering for Thanksgiving

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5:30pm 3rd Annual Holiday Star Party and Food Drive

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9am Food Drive (Organized by Monterey Shores HOA)

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Holiday Nook Available

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6:30pm Annual Chefs' Challenge - SOLD OUT!!!!!!!

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6pm BFP Tree at the Giving Hall at WinterLights2026

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12pm Drive-By Food Drive (Lions Club Golf Tournament)

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Holiday Nook Available

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6pm BFP Tree at the Giving Hall at WinterLights2026

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Pantry CLOSED

5pm Hands of Gold Christmas Lights

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No food distribution today!

9am Christmas Tree Distribution

5pm Hands of Gold Christmas Lights

6pm BFP Tree at the Giving Hall at WinterLights2026

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8am Online Ordering for Christmas

9am Outer Banks Entrepreneurs Holiday Bazaar

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6pm BFP Tree at the Giving Hall at WinterLights2026

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5pm Hands of Gold Christmas Lights

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Holiday Nook Available

5pm Hands of Gold Christmas Lights

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Giving Tuesday

5pm Hands of Gold Christmas Lights

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5pm Hands of Gold Christmas Lights

6pm BFP Tree at the Giving Hall at WinterLights2026

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5pm Hands of Gold Christmas Lights

6pm BFP Tree at the Giving Hall at WinterLights2026

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5pm Hands of Gold Christmas Lights

6pm BFP Tree at the Giving Hall at WinterLights2026

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8am Food Drive (Sponsored by First Flight Rotary)

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6pm BFP Tree at the Giving Hall at WinterLights2026

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5pm Hands of Gold Christmas Lights