Manteo Music & Dancing Events - 2026 Schedule

Manteo Music & Dancing 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.

Saturday, June 6th
Manteo

Enjoy one of the most scenic corners of the Outer Banks while joining in the fun of one of the longest-running festivals in Manteo by attending the annual Dare Day Festival. This full-day event is held along the downtown waterfront, and features a wide array of activities and attractions that shine a spotlight on the local Manteo culture. Throughout the day, there will also be a number of events designed for water and OBX lovers of all ages, including the now famous Hogway Speedway Racing Pigs, the locally beloved “Anything that Floats but a Boat” Race, the Raingutter Regatta, a Kids Zone, and the annual competition for the best cake and pie in Dare County with a coveted blue ribbon prize.

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Ocracoke Island

When it comes to gorgeous beaches and laid-back charm, Ocracoke Island is often considered the gem of the Outer Banks. Accessible only by boat, this small island has been separated from the rest of the world for centuries, and as a result, has one...

KEES Vacations

KEES Vacations offers the best Outer Banks rentals for family vacations, romantic weekend getaways and groups of all sizes looking for the perfect OBX rental for their stay. When booking with KEES Vacations, travelers can expect excellence in...

340 | Knot At Work

Knot at Work is a terrific vacation home that features lovely décor throughout, spacious floor plan, and comfortable furnishings your family is sure to enjoy. Ideally situated in "Old Nags Head Place" with easy walking to both the Bainbridge...

  • Nags Head
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
5/17 - 5/23
$1,895  $2,195
$300 off
5/31 - 6/6
$3,195  $3,495
$300 off
Twiddy & Company

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...

Sunshine House

This is a Blue Standard Bedding Property. Learn more about our hospitality bedding program here.Spend your beach vacation in sunny, bright, and cheery “Sunshine House”. More like a home than a vacation rental, it has been tastefully updated...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 11
Corolla Wild Horse Fund

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...

3945 - Sea Lodge II

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2025: New Smart TVs! Fully equipped for maximum comfort, "Sea Lodge II" was designed for casual yet fine...

  • Duck
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
Corolla Wild Horse Tours

Corolla Wild Horse Tours knowledgeable guides will ensure you and your family have a great wild horse tour! Along the way the guides will stop and point out interesting sites and local history and details of the Corolla Wild Horses history. Be sure...

SANDCHITO

The charm of a traditional Outer Banks cottage, an ocean view location, and all the modern comforts are combined in this four bedroom, three bath home. 70 yards to beach access. Centrally located within biking distance to Duck, short drive to...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
7/11 - 7/18
$3,663  $3,916
$253 off
7/18 - 7/25
$3,677  $3,916
$239 off
Risky Business Shrimping and Crabbing

If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy together, hop aboard Risky Business for an Outer Banks shrimping and crabbing charter. Our experienced captain and mate will show your group how to pull crab pots...

Coastal Condo SDV-103

Find your home away from home at Coastal Condo, located in the Sun Dune Village complex in Kill Devil Hills. This quaint condo is just a short walk to the beach. In season, relax by the pool and sun on the decks. Centrally located to shopping...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
The Cotton Gin

For those traveling to the Outer Banks, The Cotton Gin is a beloved landmark with its large windmill and picturesque gardens. The Cotton Gin has stood in the same location since 1929, starting as a working cotton gin and growing to a gift store with...

OUR HAVEN

“Our Haven” is the perfect place for your family to enjoy the Outer Banks. Tucked in the Jay Crest community, less than a mile from the Village of Duck, this cheerful retreat keeps you close to everything you love about Duck. Hop on the...

  • Duck
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
5/16 - 5/23
$1,939  $2,428
$489 off
5/23 - 5/30
$2,356  $2,954
$598 off
5/30 - 6/6
$3,008  $3,823
$815 off
6/6 - 6/13
$3,334  $4,258
$924 off
6/13 - 6/20
$3,497  $4,475
$978 off
6/27 - 7/4
$3,910  $4,910
$1,000 off
7/4 - 7/11
$3,910  $4,910
$1,000 off
7/11 - 7/18
$3,910  $4,910
$1,000 off
7/18 - 7/25
$3,910  $4,910
$1,000 off
7/25 - 8/1
$3,910  $4,910
$1,000 off
8/1 - 8/8
$3,910  $4,910
$1,000 off
8/15 - 8/22
$3,241  $3,606
$365 off
8/22 - 8/29
$2,977  $3,389
$412 off
8/29 - 9/5
$2,595  $2,954
$359 off
9/5 - 9/12
$2,442  $2,737
$295 off
9/12 - 9/19
$2,350  $2,559
$209 off
9/19 - 9/26
$2,350  $2,559
$209 off
9/26 - 10/3
$2,233  $2,428
$195 off
10/3 - 10/10
$2,233  $2,428
$195 off
10/10 - 10/17
$2,233  $2,428
$195 off
10/17 - 10/24
$2,037  $2,211
$174 off
10/24 - 10/31
$2,037  $2,211
$174 off
Old Man Charters

  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...

5010 - Once Upon A Tide

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds!  Welcome to Once Upon A Tide! Located on the oceanfront in Kill Devil Hills, you'll be able to experience beautiful...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms