The First Flight Society Presents
Wilbur Wright's Birthday
Celebration
Honoring the Birthday of Aviation Pioneer Wilbur Wright
Join us for a special celebration featuring a luncheon, recognition of sponsors and partners, and a silent auction supporting FFS Honorary Members and sponsor programs.
Event Description
We will be celebrating Wilbur Wrights’s birthday with the annual Wilbur Wright Day event and luncheon.
The auction includes signed items from First Flight Society Honorary Members and sponsor donations. Please contact the First Flight Society if you would like to sponsor.
Event Details
Date
Thursday
April 7, 2026
Time
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Eastern Time
Location
Hilton Garden Inn
Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk
Activities
Luncheon & Reception
Silent Auction
📍 Directions & Parking
The Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks is located at 5353 N. Virginia Dare Trail,
Kitty Hawk, NC 27949.
Free parking is available on-site. Additional overflow parking will be available with shuttle service during peak hours.
👥 Contact Information
For questions about Wilbur Wright Day, please contact the First Flight Society.
Email: admin@firstflight.org
Phone: (252) 441-7430
Event Schedule
Plan your day with our comprehensive schedule of activities and presentations.
11:00 AM
Opening Ceremony
Official welcome and introduction to the day’s events
11:15AM
Wilbur Wright Memorial Service
Commemorative ceremony honoring Wilbur Wright’s life and achievements
11:30 AM
Aviation Exhibits Open
Explore interactive displays and historic aircraft
12:00 PM
Community Lunch
Complimentary lunch and fellowship
1:00 PM
Educational Workshops
STEM activities and hands-on learning experiences
1:30 PM
Guest Speaker Presentation
Featured speaker on aviation history and innovation
2:300 PM
Closing Ceremony
Final remarks and appreciation
About Wilbur Wright
Wilbur Wright, born on April 16, 1867, was the elder of the two Wright brothers who achieved the first powered, sustained, and controlled heavier-than-air human flight on December 17, 1903.
Known for his analytical mind and methodical approach, Wilbur was instrumental in solving the problems of flight control and stability. His public demonstrations in Europe in 1908 and 1909 convinced the world that the Wright brothers had indeed conquered the air.
Wilbur Wright Day celebrates not just his birthday but also his enduring legacy of innovation, perseverance, and the spirit of human achievement that continues to inspire aviators and dreamers worldwide.
