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First Friday in Manteo
September 4th, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM -
Ocracoke Seafood Festival
September 5th, 2026 -
Soundside Labor Day Market
September 6th, 2026 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Experience the Outer Banks from the water with Old Man Charters, a personalized boat tour company based in the historic fishing village of Wanchese. Departing from a private dock on the southern end of Roanoke Island, Old Man Charters...
Discover Acqua, your ultimate Outer Banks vacation rental where privacy, luxury, and family fun come together. Perfect for families, friends, and multi-generational getaways, this beachfront retreat offers breathtaking ocean views, a private pool...
Twiddy & Company is here to provide all the help and southern hospitality you've come to anticipate when planning your beach vacation. We invite you to let us share our unique understanding of this coastal landscape; unlike any place in the...
Located in Corolla/ Bedrooms / 3 Full Bathrooms / 1 Half BathroomFriday check-in to avoid the weekend traffic! Unwind and appreciate the striking sunrises at Tale of the Whale. This home is the ideal oceanfront getaway for your family offering...
Gray’s Outer Banks Lifestyle Clothing Company offers the absolute best in Outer Banks T-shirts and Sweatshirts including Champion, Under Armour with "Outer Banks” and Gear! We carry quality fashions and accessories for the whole family...
This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Need a break? Take A Salty Pause. This classic Kitty Hawk cottage has been fully renovated, blending the charm of a traditional Outer Banks family...
We are The Corolla Wild Horse Fund the non-profit 501 (c) (3) charity responsible for the care and protection of the wild Banker horses roaming the northernmost beaches of the Outer Banks. Join us in the summer season, every Wednesday morning from...
This great Semi-Oceanfront retreat offers Ocean & Beach Views that are as good as most Oceanfront homes. There are no homes between this house & the Ocean, the Beach is just steps away via a sand path 150 feet south. Well-appointed w/ample...
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...
All the special touches have been made to create a comfortable and relaxing experience. You are sure to enjoy the location in South Nags Head close to the Ocean as well as the large, fenced yard, Private Swimming Pool. The views stretch from the...
Enjoy Waterfront Dining at Basnight's Lone Cedar Café where we specialize in fresh and local Outer Banks seafood. If you’re craving the freshest fish, clams, crab, shrimp and oysters from local North Carolina waters, you’ll find...
Vacation paradise on the sound side in Southern Shores, NC awaits! Easy walk to Ocean or Sound from this well-appointed, updated gorgeous beach home! Electric Vehicle Charger in the carport. 24 rooftop solar panels and geothermal heating and...
Check out Corolla's newest 5-star attraction! Pirate-Themed 18-Hole Minature Golf Course and Arcade with waterfalls, a pirate ship, caves, skulls, and more! So much fun for the whole family! Come...
Treat yourself to a wonderful and memorable vacation in this gorgeous beach house with recent renovations. This well-maintained cottage is nestled on the dunes in a quiet, low-traffic area with easy beach access. Nestled among mature Live Oaks that...
An airport and museum featuring models related to the area.
Looking at the small town of Manteo, with its Crepe Myrtle lined busy main streets, and charming downtown filled with contemporary restaurants and old antique stores, one wouldn't necessarily think that this Outer Banks village was the veritable...
Historic Old Manteo Walking Tour invites visitors to step back in time and explore the charming streets of this coastal gem. As you meander through the town, fascinating tales of the area's rich history come to life. From the early settlers to the...
A living history farm that interpretes mid-1800's island life.
Discover what makes the Outer Banks the most haunted beach in America! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories and haunted history of the Outer Banks. Whether you believe it or not...
The Outer Banks History Center at Roanoke Island Festival is a treasure trove of Outer Banks information, dating back centuries and serving as an instrumental tool for historians, scientists, journalists, writers, educators, and the everyday public...
The Pea Island Cookhouse Museum is a delightful gem in the heart of Manteo, showcasing a piece of local maritime history that is both rich and inspiring. This charming museum pays tribute to the stories of the brave African American life-saving...
Celebrate the origins of America with a fascinating and purely entertaining visit to the Roanoke Island Festival Park. This 25-acre historic site, an easy stroll from the downtown Manteo waterfront, is a popular summer attraction for visitors of all...
A maritime museum with antique boats and maritime programming.
Located in the charming town of Manteo, the Roanoke Maritime Museum offers a delightful journey into the rich maritime history of the region. Visitors can explore a fascinating collection of exhibits that celebrate the area's boating traditions and...
An experience not to be missed! The 2024 Season of The Lost Colony offers a refreshed production of Paul Green's original symphonic drama. Set on the soundfront on Roanoke Island, enjoy this 87 year-old musical under the stars. Become immersed in...

















