Manteo Arts & Crafts Events - 2026 Schedule

Manteo Arts & Crafts Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of May 25, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Friday, May 29th - Monday, June 1st
Manteo

Head to the cool and relaxed Outer Banks to join in the fun of one of the region’s most distinctive and popular area festivals. Pridefest is a three-day gay pride festival that is full of activities, food, music, and ample beach time, and which is open to all LGBTQ folks and their supporters and friends.

Week of June 1, 2026 - June 7, 2026
Friday, May 29th - Monday, June 1st
Manteo

Head to the cool and relaxed Outer Banks to join in the fun of one of the region’s most distinctive and popular area festivals. Pridefest is a three-day gay pride festival that is full of activities, food, music, and ample beach time, and which is open to all LGBTQ folks and their supporters and friends.

Friday, June 5th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, July 3rd 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, August 7th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, September 4th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, October 2nd 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, November 6th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Manteo

Manteo’s vibrant downtown scene is on full display during this monthly event that highlights the area’s businesses, restaurants and galleries that makes this central Outer Banks community so unique. The First Friday in Manteo is held every month on the initial Friday of the month, and is a street festival that will make any new visitor fall in love with this charming coastal community.

Week of June 29, 2026 - July 5, 2026
Friday, July 3rd 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, June 5th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, August 7th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, September 4th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, October 2nd 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, November 6th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Manteo

Manteo’s vibrant downtown scene is on full display during this monthly event that highlights the area’s businesses, restaurants and galleries that makes this central Outer Banks community so unique. The First Friday in Manteo is held every month on the initial Friday of the month, and is a street festival that will make any new visitor fall in love with this charming coastal community.

Week of August 3, 2026 - August 9, 2026
Friday, August 7th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, June 5th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, July 3rd 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, September 4th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, October 2nd 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, November 6th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Manteo

Manteo’s vibrant downtown scene is on full display during this monthly event that highlights the area’s businesses, restaurants and galleries that makes this central Outer Banks community so unique. The First Friday in Manteo is held every month on the initial Friday of the month, and is a street festival that will make any new visitor fall in love with this charming coastal community.

Week of August 31, 2026 - September 6, 2026
Friday, September 4th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, June 5th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, July 3rd 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, August 7th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, October 2nd 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, November 6th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Manteo

Manteo’s vibrant downtown scene is on full display during this monthly event that highlights the area’s businesses, restaurants and galleries that makes this central Outer Banks community so unique. The First Friday in Manteo is held every month on the initial Friday of the month, and is a street festival that will make any new visitor fall in love with this charming coastal community.

Week of September 28, 2026 - October 4, 2026
Friday, October 2nd 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, June 5th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, July 3rd 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, August 7th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, September 4th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, November 6th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Manteo

Manteo’s vibrant downtown scene is on full display during this monthly event that highlights the area’s businesses, restaurants and galleries that makes this central Outer Banks community so unique. The First Friday in Manteo is held every month on the initial Friday of the month, and is a street festival that will make any new visitor fall in love with this charming coastal community.

Week of November 2, 2026 - November 8, 2026
Friday, November 6th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, June 5th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, July 3rd 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, August 7th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, September 4th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday, October 2nd 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Manteo

Manteo’s vibrant downtown scene is on full display during this monthly event that highlights the area’s businesses, restaurants and galleries that makes this central Outer Banks community so unique. The First Friday in Manteo is held every month on the initial Friday of the month, and is a street festival that will make any new visitor fall in love with this charming coastal community.

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Featured Local Businesses

We love to highlight some of the best and most interesting Outer Banks restaurants, shops, attractions and activities. Read on to discover some of our favorites!

Flip Flop Shops

Free Your Toes!®Live, work and play with your toes exposed® and the freedom of flip flops on your feet. 



3186 - The Gathering Place

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Come together at The Gathering Place where you can see and hear the waves crashing on the beach in this 3rd Floor condo with a fantastic view...

  • Duck
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Miss Oregon Inlet

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina in Nags Head NC, Oregon Inlet offers a comprehensive charter boat fishing experience for the "old salt...

3976 - Sea Jays

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Sea Jays is your Outer Banks vacation destination! This 4 bed 2 bath beach box is located in the beautiful town of Duck. Full of great local...

  • Duck
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Big Buck's Homemade Ice Cream

Serving our customers on the Outer Banks since 1994, Big Buck's ice Cream is dedicated serving you “The Best.” We offer a full line of super-premium ice cream products, smoothies, chocolates, and custom-made ice cream cakes! 2 locations...

Breach Party

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Bring your family to a quality family destination with beautiful interiors, a private pool, a hot tub, and just one house from the beach access. Cozy...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Carolina Designs Realty

Plan your Outer Banks vacation with Carolina Designs! Browse our inventory of 350+ select Outer Banks vacation rentals located in the towns of Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. Book online anytime, or reach...

HOOK, LINE AND SINKER

Oceanfront home with cathedral ceiling, and private deck.Level 1:Great room with sitting area. Separate media area, flat screen CATV, Blu-ray & DVD player, media player with radio/CD player and Bluetooth; kitchen; dining area seats 8 - 10; Two...

  • Southern Shores
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
5/23 - 5/30
$2,308  $2,876
$568 off
6/13 - 6/20
$4,004  $4,368
$364 off
6/27 - 7/4
$4,389  $4,796
$407 off
7/25 - 8/1
$4,603  $4,796
$193 off
8/15 - 8/22
$3,763  $3,861
$98 off
Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974 and is home to the world’s largest hang gliding school. As the Outer Banks leader in quality outdoor recreation and adventure, Kitty Hawk Kites offers more than 30 activities to...

Perfect 10

OCEANVIEW Salvo - Tarheel Court - PERFECT 10 makes ideal sense for your next family vacation! The 10-bedroom floorplan features nine master suites (eight kings, one bunk) and top-of-the-line amenities inside and out. This home can't be beat...

  • Salvo
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • 10.5 Bathrooms
Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates

Since 1968, our family owned and operated company has offered families just like yours a wide selection of Outer Banks vacation rentals in beach communities and towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head and South Nags...

Blue Wave

Welcome to Blue Wave, a breathtaking 8-bedroom oceanfront retreat designed for unforgettable vacations with family and friends. Nestled in the heart of the Outer Banks, this home offers both luxury and convenience, placing you within minutes of...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

Weaver

Located in Kitty Hawk/ 4 Bedrooms/ 1 Full Bathroom/ 1 Half Bathroom"Weaver" is located at Mile Post 4 1/2. This rustic bungalow offers an open sun deck with superb ocean vistas and deck chairs. There is no home on the oceanfront in front of this...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms