Shopping - Kill Devil Hills
You could easily spend an entire day shopping within the town of Kill Devil Hills alone. There are lots of stores that you’ll love browsing through and (perfect for a rainy day) shops that offer fun activities for the kids, like paint your own pottery and beading.
Don’t miss out on the selection of artwork by local artists that you’ll find in Kill Devil Hills galleries and shops. Look for all your beach essentials here, like swimwear, hammocks and surfboards. Want to prepare a fresh seafood dinner at home tonight? Choose a locally owned seafood market to purchase these fruits of the sea and marinades, and then stop off at a specialty wine shop for a bottle to make the evening complete.
We’ve listed Kill Devil Hills Shops here, along with a little information about what you’ll find when you visit. Remember that locals call Croatan Highway—aka U.S. Highway 158—The Bypass, and they refer to Virginia Dare Trail—aka N.C. Highway 12—as the Beach Road. Those simple names are just easier to remember!
Dollar Tree
- 1730 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 7
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-6782
The Dollar Tree is packed with bargains on a wide variety of merchandise; expect to find deals on toiletries, wrapping paper, greeting cards, toys, snacks and kitchen supplies.
Fashion Bug
- 1730 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 7
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-9855
Fashion Bug is a national chain with fun and affordable clothing for women, juniors, plus and maternity sizes. They also have lingerie, shoes and accessories.
Forbes Candy & Gift Shop
- 1700 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-2122
For years, Forbes has supplied visitors with real Outer Banks saltwater taffy—15 different flavors of it! You’ll also find traditional favorites like fudge and homemade candies. We like the homemade chocolates in the shape of dolphins, sea shells and starfish. They also carry beach items like sunglasses, towels, games and beach bags.
Foxy Flamingo Boutique
- 1214 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 480-FOXY
A mother/daughter-owned boutique, Foxy Flamingo is filled with fashionable beachwear, swimsuits, flip-flops and more. They keep pace with the latest seasonal trends and offer cool basics as well. Stop in and find lots of colorful dresses, beach cover-ups and fun tops for when you’re heading out for the evening.
Frames at Large
- 1216 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 9
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-5120
Frames at Large offers custom framing with personal assistance in selecting color, design and style. They also sell framed seascape prints and other odd and ends. They are closed on Sunday.
Hairoics
- 1314 S. Croatan Highway, MP 9
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-7983
Hairoics opened the doors of their new location in Kill Devil Hills this summer to the loud applause of the community. With a loyal following since 1990 they have many of the top-rated stylists, nail techs, estheticians and massage therapists on the beach and believe in taking care of the individual needs of their clients creatively. If you’re feeling the need for some pampering, book yourself a spa day with manicure, pedicure, facial, massage and cut and color or any combination of those services. Enjoy a day with your girlfriends or plan to have your wedding morning bridal party hair and makeup done here. They also have a great boutique filled with products for hair, bath and body.
Harris Teeter
- 2012 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass MP 9
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 449-9191
Harris Teeter is filled to the brim with great produce, including a decent organic and local section, a big wine selection, fresh meats and fish and a helpful staff. They label their gluten-free and vegetarian items and understand the varying needs of their customers. Their flowers are beautiful and affordable. It’s a good place to stop to load up on grocery items on your way to your beach home. They also have locations in Corolla and Kitty Hawk.
Hemingway Gallery & Custom Framing
- 3105 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-1676
Owned by artist Lee M. Hein, formerly of Nostalgia Gallery, Hemingway Gallery is filled with local art in a variety of media that includes paintings and photography. Whether looking for something small and original or a large conversation piece, you’ll find it here. Lee is a local who, after studying art at East Carolina University, moved to the beach to live the artistic lifestyle. In addition to creating the gallery, she is available for commissions and loves doing murals as well as pet portraits. In fact the gallery itself is pet friendly, so don’t leave your beloved pooch in the car! There is also beautiful custom framing available if you’re looking to preserve or display art of your own.
Island Dyes
- 1800 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 9.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 480-0076
Island Dyes has been on the beach for more than 20 years. Originally a shop with tons of tie-dyed Ts, Island Dyes now specializes in tobacco accessories and body piercing. If you head south, check out Island Dyes in Salvo as well as their new coffee shop and deli on the Bypass.
Just for the Beach Rentals
- 1006 South Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 9
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 480-9480, (252) 480-6048, (866) OBX-RENT
If you couldn’t bring it or forgot it, don’t worry. Just for the Beach Rentals probably has it, and they can deliver it to you before you even miss it. Here you can rent baby equipment such as cribs, pack-n-plays, high chairs, exersaucers and strollers, cottage equipment like roll-a-way beds or grills, plus tennis racquets, bikes, kayaks, boogie boards, skim boards or maybe even a surfboard. They also have beach equipment including sun canopies, umbrellas and chairs. Just for the Beach also sells fishing equipment, sunglasses and suntan lotion.
KDH Cooperative Gallery
- 502 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 8.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-9888
The KDH Cooperative Gallery is a fun stop for the whole family. They have a sparkly winged horse in front of the gallery that provides a great photo opportunity. Inside, you’ll find the work of at least 40 local artists in a variety of mediums including jewelry, ceramics, acrylic, watercolor, fibers, collage, mosaic, oils, photography, pottery, woodcarving, glass and metals. The gallery is operated by 25 co-op artist members. Some of these members even have their working studios on the second floor of the gallery, and you’re welcome to go up and see them at work. A local artist is always on duty, so be sure to ask any questions you may have about the work. And if you get inspired, make one of your questions about the art classes for adults and kids or the kids craft workshops.
Knitting Addiction
- 400 S. Croatan Highway
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 255-5648
Anyone who knits or crochets will love this store. The selection of yarns is astounding, and there are many hand-dyed and luxury yarns. You’ll also find patterns, needles, supplies and technical support for all levels.
Lasting Effect Frame Shop and Gallery
- 2705-C N. Croatan Highway, MP 6
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 715-1771
Textile artist and photographer Lara Parks has opened a new frame shop and gallery in the Gaither Center in Kill Devil Hills. Lara does all the custom framing herself, and she can help you select the perfect frames for your photographs and artwork. She also operates a gallery that features local paintings, pottery, photograph, scarves, handmade bags, sculpture and some painted furniture. It’s open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Outer Banks Bicycle
- 203 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 8.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 480-3399
Outer Banks Bicycle has a variety of bicycles for rent and sale including Trek, Cannondale & Electra. They can equip the entire family for cycling. Locals trust this shop for their bike repairs, and everyone appreciates the good selection of biking accessories and clothing. They are open all year.
Outer Banks Epicurean
- 1484 Colington Road
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 480-0005
Outer Banks Epicurean is dedicated to the love of local food. It’s a place to pick up homemade dinner to go, always made from fresh, local food in keeping with the Slow Food movement. There are several heat-and-eat selections ready for pickup at noon each day, including a daily vegan option. The menu is posted on the website each day. It’s also the place to stock up on freshly baked cupcakes, lemon pound cake, cakes and salty chocolate brownies. Epicurean’s most unique offering is Outer Banks Sea Salt, which is harvested from the Atlantic Ocean right here and produced in small batches for you take home and highlight your favorite foods with local flair. Another specialty is Epicurean’s 10 Tastes packages, which include 10 tastes of locally produced food. You can also buy art here (food-related, of course) and take cooking classes and tours. Epicurean is located on Colington Road, about 2.5 miles off the Bypass.
Outer Banks Sports Locker
- 1706 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 7
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 480-3444
Outer Banks Sports Locker has sports apparel and fitness equipment, including footwear. They carry college and professional sports team clothing and athletic equipment, and they offer screen-printing, embroidery and trophies.
Parrot Bay Trading Company
- 808 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 480-1774
The selection at Parrot Bay is too huge to possibly list everything here. This is a great store for browsing. You’ll find coastal home décor items, garden accessories, gifts and Outer Banks souvenirs. Plus, they carry a terrifc selection of swimwear and custom T-shirts for men, women, juniors and kids. They also have jewelry, resort beach brand shoes and sandals, sunhats, caps and beach supplies.
Pet Gallery
- 1208 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 480-1799
Pet Gallery is a full-service pet store offering hermit crabs, salt and freshwater fish, corals, premium dog and cat foods and feeders. They also have small animals like rabbits, hamsters and reptiles. Kids love this store!
Planet Pleasing Goods
- 2200 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 6
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 449-4ECO
The love child of local mom Ivy Ingram, Planet Pleasing Goods brings together the things you need in the best way possible. Whether it’s baby gifts and toys, jewelry, clothing or home décor, she’s found an option that’s green from the ground up, as local as possible, fair trade-made, organic, natural, sustainable, recycled/recyclable and/or repurposed. They are located in the MP 6 Plaza on the Bypass in in Kill Devil Hills. Stop by!
Sea Isle Gifts and The Lamp Shop
- 1216 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 9
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-7206
At Sea Isle Gifts you’ll find all sorts of beach-oriented gifts, souvenirs, jewelry, shells and home décor items. In the adjoining Lamp Shop they have nautical lamps of all kinds, including beautiful stained-glass lamps and light fixtures. They also have shell lamps with a glass lamp base that you can purchase already filled with loose shells, or you can use your own shell collection.
Shore-Fit Sunwear
- 100 E. Helga Street, The Bypass, MP 5.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-4560
Shore-Fit is a women’s swimwear boutique offering fashionable swimwear in sizes 8 to 32. They have been featured in both Redbook and Weight Watchers magazines and specialize in fitting every shape by carrying bra-sized, long torso, post-mastectomy and maternity swimwear. The store is bright and colorful and carries beach cover-ups, straw hats and bags and sandals complementing the swimwear selections.
Silly Goose
- 3105 N. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 5.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 255-0015
Full of home décor and groovy gifts, Silly Goose has an eclectic collection of tabletop items, wall art, candles, picture frames, inspirational items and more. Helen, the owner, creates wonderful little groupings to help you navigate your way around all her offerings. She is known for her gift and comfort baskets and can help you create one with items from her store plus wine or other goodies that you bring in to her. She offers free custom gift wrapping. This is a great stop when you are looking for that perfect housewarming or girlfriend gift.
Something Old, Something New
- 1903 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 480-3030
This super cool store sells a mix of mostly new and some vintage items. The vintage finds are true gems, and it’s worth a stop just to be around all the fun clothing, jewelry, accessories, shades, shoes and sometimes some art as they are all so artfully displayed. Plus, you don’t have to dig deep to find a great deal.
Stop ‘N Shop
- 100 S. Virginia Dare Trail, The Beach Road, MP 8.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-6105
Stop ‘N Shop is a convenience store and deli with a decidedly gourmet spin. In the deli you’ll find excellent sandwiches prepared to order with Boars Head meats. Every day they have several specials. The deli is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can choose from a great selection of wine and beer, including kegs. They also have convenience items and snacks as well as a full line of gourmet sauces and foods. Check out their huge hot sauce collection. They also have beach supplies and are the place to go for flip-flops from Sanuk or Rainbow or sunglasses from Anarchy, Angel, Smith, Hot Buttered and more. Plus they have the usual T-shirts, accessories, hats and souvenirs.
T-Tops Racing
- 1808 S. Croatan Highway, The Bypass, MP 9.5
- Kill Devil Hills
- (252) 441-8867
Racing fans, this is the place for you. They have NASCAR, racing, NFL and college sports collectibles and clothing. You can also select from tons of T-shirts, Outer Banks souvenirs, gifts and OBX apparel.
