Manteo History Events - 2026 Schedule

Manteo History Events - 2026 Schedule

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of November 30, 2026 - December 6, 2026
Friday, December 4th 2:00 PM
Manteo

Head to the Island Farm in Manteo where history, local culture, and the holiday spirit will combine for a fun and multiple-day event that showcases the holiday traditions of the earliest days on the Outer Banks.

Saturday, December 5th 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Manteo

Experience the charm of the holiday season in historic downtown Manteo with the annual Holiday Tour of Homes, a beloved Outer Banks tradition presented by the Manteo Preservation Trust. This festive event offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore beautifully decorated homes and historic properties while discovering the architectural character, rich history, and welcoming atmosphere of Roanoke Island.

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of June 28, 2027 - July 4, 2027
Sunday, July 4th 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Manteo

Take a step back in time to the Outer Banks of the mid-1800s, and celebrate Independence Day in a historical fashion, with a visit to The Island Farm. Located in the heart of Manteo, The Island Farm is a unique attraction that takes visitors on a tour of what life was like for island residents more than 150 years ago. Featuring a wealth of historic homes with period artifacts, live farm animals, and costumed interpreters who explain what life was like for these original locals, The Island Farm is both an educational and utterly fascinating attraction for visitors of all ages.

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Kite Point

Ask any crowd of visiting kiteboarders about Kite Point, and they'll readily give you exact directions to this unmarked but internationally renowned soundside beach. Located in between Avon and Buxton villages abutting the Pamlico Sound, Kite Point...

Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

BEACH PALACE

With an elevator serving every level, Beach Palace redefines what a 13-bedroom oceanfront estate can be. This Carolina Designs retreat in Kill Devil Hills pairs a poolside cabana with a home theater, a 34-foot private pool, and views of both...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 13 Bedrooms
  • 13.5 Bathrooms
Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Wild Horse Adventure Tours has been voted the #1 tour company in the USA by TripAdvisor. Feel the ocean breeze and taste the salty beach air as you cruise the Outer Banks beaches in our exclusive OPEN AIR, 13-passenger Hummers with one of...

1755 - Don't Worry Beach Happy

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Don't Worry Beach Happy is the ultimate Corolla vacation home. This 5 bedroom 5 bathroom is located in the heart of...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Kitty Hawk Kites

Looking to fly a kite on the beach or atop the spectacular dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park? Kitty Hawk Kites offers the largest selection of kites, wind art, flags, games, and toys on the Outer Banks, with experts on staff to get you flying...

Red Stripe Morn 563-A

Experience breathtaking sunrises from the furnished ocean deck and fall asleep to the sounds of the surf at Red Stripe Morn. The ocean views from this beautiful cottage will call you back year after year. Located on a private drive at milepost 19.5...

  • Nags Head
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1.5 Bathrooms
Nags Head Dolphin Watch

Scientists run these dolphin tours as part of their research on these beloved aquatic animals, so you know this will be an interesting trip. Passengers will be able to see how researchers with the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research, a nonprofit...

3215 - Papa Duck

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! New in 2026: All ensuites have a TV in the bedrooms. There are a total of 7 TVs in the house (5 ensuite bedrooms, 1 in...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Coastal Home OBX

Distinctive, Authentic, Affordable Coastal Furniture & Design. Beach Living Furniture Line • Largest In-Stock Furniture Warehouse on the OBX • Professional Design Services. Transform your home—visit our showroom in Kill Devil...

Just Beachy

Located in Corolla / 4 Bedrooms / 2 Full BathroomsLocated Oceanside in Corolla, your Outer Banks vacation starts at Just Beachy! Appreciate ocean vistas and breezes from the upper level and even appreciate a meal on the picnic table. This home...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Corolla Raceway

The Ultimate Go Kart Racetrack That Kids and Adults will Enjoy! Corolla Raceway is the premier Go-Kart experience. Our upscale facility is designed to provide a first class entertainment experience. Corolla Raceway provides the newest Single...

Aries

Located in Southern Shores / 7 Bedrooms / 5 Full BathroomsYour family will appreciate the expansive ocean vistas from this single level home on the Oceanfront in Southern Shores. Exterior amenities include an oceanfront sundeck with hot tub...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
Bob's Wild Horse Adventure Tours

Welcome to Bob’s Wild Horse Adventure Tours, Corolla’s #1 source for family fun since 1996 and voted Best Wild Horse Tour in the Reader's Choice BEST of OBX contest! We offer guided tours to see the Corolla Wild Horses in several ways...

On The Edge

New for 2027! Get ready to live life On the Edge — the edge of the Atlantic, that is! This updated 4-bedroom oceanfront home in Kill Devil Hills pairs sweeping panoramic ocean views with an unbeatable location for your next Outer Banks...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms