Manteo Outdoor & Nature Events - 2026 Schedule

Manteo Outdoor & Nature 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 - Sunday, December 6th
Manteo

Visitors who missed the annual Wings Over Water festival - or who just want a second opportunity to admire the hundreds and thousands of birds that flock to the Outer Banks – won’t want to miss this special weekend where these feathered visitors are once again in the spotlight. The Wings Over Water Encore event is a weekend-long celebration of the many wintering waterfowl that are found at the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge and beyond, and is a great way for birders to discover the off-season beauty of the OBX.

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.

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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Wright Brothers National Memorial

The Wright Brothers National Memorial is a "Must See" attraction for any Outer Banks aviation enthusiast, history lover, and virtually any Kill Devil Hills vacationer who wants an up-close look at the towering granite structure that towers over the...

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...

THE GARDENIA HOUSE

A home theater anchors the entertainment level of The Gardenia House, a 12-bedroom oceanfront estate at Milepost 8 in Kill Devil Hills offered by Carolina Designs. Add a recreation room, an elevator, and a 38-by-16-foot private pool, and you...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • 13 Bathrooms
Back Country Safari Tours

Discover wild Spanish Mustangs and our unique Barrier Island ecology on the Wild Horse Safari. Explore over 30 miles of "off road" beach, dune and sand trail and ride with a professional naturalist guide in a custom 4x4 open-air Safari Cruiser, or...

FantaSea

Wake up to endless ocean horizons at FantaSea, where luxury meets the rhythm of the sea. Just steps from the sand, this stunning retreat offers panoramic views, a private pool, a hot tub, and breezy spaces designed for unforgettable moments. Sip...

  • Kitty Hawk
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Southern Shores Realty

Southern Shores Realty offers over 350 Outer Banks rentals from Corolla to S. Nags Head.  We've been an Outer Banks tradition since 1947, providing families just like yours with memories that last a lifetime.  Take a moment to search...

Surf Dogs

OCEANSIDE Salvo - Rampart St. You'll want to "STAY" at SURF DOGS, with a roomy great room with cathedral ceilings, tile floor, and living area with huge flat screen TV/DVD with surround sound. The alluring, modern kitchen has plenty of counter space...

  • Salvo
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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...

1618 - Dune Buggy

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! NEW FOR 2026: Poolside propane grill station and new mattresses in select bedrooms. Recent renovations include a new...

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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...

008 | A Little R & R

This lovely Oceanside home provides a great location that is just steps from the beach in Southern Shores. Located on Sandpiper Lane, your family will be thrilled with the quiet location, laid-back atmosphere, and comfort this recently updated...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
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...

BLUE STAR

Relax . . . by the pool or on the covered deck in a Nags Head hammock or swing (2). Test your cooking skills in the kitchen. Dine indoors, in the screened porch or on the sundeck. 2,000 square feet of relaxing living area nestled in the live oaks...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
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TRiO Restaurant & Market

Wine, beer and cheese lovers will love TRiO, an exciting retail and tasting destination in Kitty Hawk. Both a gourmet retail wine, beer and cheese shop as well as a bistro with a wine bar and tap house, TRiO offers the best of the worlds of...

Surf's Up Rodanthe

OCEANVIEW Rodanthe — South Shore Dr. — Take a break from your busy life and relax at SURF’S UP RODANTHE. Float around the private pool or sit back on the pool area seating. Watch the pool from the screened porch or appreciate the air...

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  • 5.5 Bathrooms