Manteo Outdoor & Nature Events - 2026 Schedule

Manteo Outdoor & Nature Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of June 29, 2026 - July 5, 2026
Saturday, 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.

Saturday, July 4th
Manteo

The Town of Manteo will host an incredible display of fireworks over the water on 4th of July that will make any Independence Day celebration truly memorable. Launched over the Roanoke Sound and Shallowbag Bay, visitors can find a spot along the downtown docks or a seat at the famed Roanoke Island Festival Park to catch an incredible show with a stunning backdrop.

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.

Outer Banks Map
Carova Corolla Duck Southern Shores Kitty Hawk Kill Devil Hills Manteo Nags Head Wanchese Rodanthe Waves Salvo Avon Buxton Frisco Hatteras Ocracoke
Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

The Roanoke Marshes lighthouse is often one of the most overlooked of the Outer Banks lighthouses, simply because of its small stature, limited visibility and remote location tucked away at the quiet east end of the Manteo waterfront.

Brew Thru

No trip to the Outer Banks is complete without cruising through Brew Thru, the Outer Banks’ original drive thru convenience store. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing cold beverage of Coke, Pepsi and other soft drinks on the go...

345 | Beach Peach

Beach Peach Oceanfront Luxury in South Nags Head | Cottage 345 - Welcome to Beach PeachYour Perfect Outer Banks Getaway! Step into your dream vacation at Beach Peach, a premier oceanfront retreat in South Nags Head that guests return to year after...

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 18
Outer Banks Mall

Outer Banks Mall is a large outdoor shopping center featuring everything you need for sun, fun and shopping. Located at MP 14 in Nags Head, the large shopping center features a wide variety of food & beverage providers; everything from breakfast...

EDGEWATER

Panoramic ocean view up and down. Excellent off-season retreat. Remodeled spa bathroom, new beach steps, walkway, dune deck. Renovated decks.Level 1:4 bedrooms (2 with Queens, 2 with Twins), 2 baths (1 with ocean view, jacuzzi tub and separate steam...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
3/1 - 3/8
$1,991  $2,412
$421 off
3/8 - 3/15
$1,991  $2,412
$421 off
3/15 - 3/22
$1,991  $2,412
$421 off
3/22 - 3/29
$1,991  $2,412
$421 off
3/29 - 4/5
$2,322  $2,563
$241 off
4/5 - 4/12
$2,457  $2,563
$106 off
4/12 - 4/19
$2,457  $2,563
$106 off
4/19 - 4/26
$2,186  $2,563
$377 off
Sun Realty

Sun Realty offers the Best Selection of Vacation Rentals on the Outer Banks. Our large selection of Outer Banks rentals means you can choose from a wide range of amenities, including private swimming pools, hot tubs, theater rooms, game rooms, pet...

Sunrise, Sunset, Repeat

OCEANVIEW Salvo - South Beach - Imagine sitting on any one of the multiple decks of your beach bungalow and seeing the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean on your left, the sunset over the Pamlico Sound on your right, and 14 miles of unspoiled barrier...

  • Salvo
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms
Super Wings

Best store on the beach! Everything you need for your vacation. The newest ladies' and girls swimsuits, 20% off every day! Largest selection of beach supplies and the best deals on T-shirts, sweatshirts and mens, ladies, and kids, apparel, swimwear...

Island Breeze

Upgrades in 2025 supplied interior and exterior painting, new linens, and drapes. Located in Corolla/ 8 Bedrooms/ 7 Full Bathrooms/ 2 Half BathroomsFeel your Corolla vacation in this cavernous 8-bedroom Pine Island getaway. Designed for sizable...

  • Corolla
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
American Pie

Discover the best homemade ice cream and authentic made-from-scratch New York Style pizza the Outer Banks has to offer at American Pie in Kill Devil Hills. An Outer Banks favorite for lunch, dinner or a delicious scoop of scrumptious ice cream after...

Turtle Watch

SOUNDSIDE Avon — Pony Pasture Dr. — New for 2026! — TURTLE WATCH is a relaxing haven as inviting and predictable as the ebb and flow of Avon’s tides. This three-bedroom/three- and one-half-bathroom home has the power to soothe the soul...

  • Avon
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3.5 Bathrooms
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...

1890 - The Beach House

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! THIS IS A PET FREE HOME. Beautiful, semi-oceanfront home only steps to the private beach access! The Beach House is perfect for your upcoming OBX...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
The Farmer's Daughter

Founded in 1984 on the coast of the Outer Banks, NC, Farmer’s Daughter still remains a destination for people wanting great quality, outstanding selection of unique clothing, accessories, and gifts at affordable prices. Committed to offering...

SERENDIPITY ON THE SOUND

This beautiful lagoon front home just off MP #1 has over 3,600 square feet of living space, two levels of Timbertech composite decking and a large screened in porch with eating area for 10 overlooking the lagoon.  Spectacular evening dusk vista...

  • Southern Shores
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
2/28 - 3/7
$1,246  $1,557
$311 off
3/7 - 3/14
$1,246  $1,557
$311 off
3/14 - 3/21
$1,246  $1,557
$311 off
3/21 - 3/28
$1,246  $1,557
$311 off
3/28 - 4/4
$1,503  $1,708
$205 off
4/4 - 4/11
$1,645  $1,708
$63 off
4/11 - 4/18
$1,645  $1,708
$63 off
4/18 - 4/25
$1,512  $1,708
$196 off