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.

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Outer Banks 2026 Vacations - Wide Open Spaces

The Outer Banks offers plenty of opportunities for a healthy, family fun vacation. Visitors can spread out over more than 100 miles of pristine shoreline.  Local restaurants and eateries are providing abundant take-out and delivery...

H2OBX Waterpark

YOUR BEST SUMMER DAY - Nothing satisfies your craving for fun like a day at the H2OBX Waterpark. Start with that perfect Carolina sun. Add a dose of adrenaline as you soar 6 stories up on The Rogue Wave or drop 90 screaming feet down The Plank...

Timberly II

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomBreak complimentary from cookie-cutter getaways and immerse yourself in sound front bliss at Timberly II, a gracious 5 BR, 4 ½ BA getaway tucked among towering pines at 914 Monteray...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Duck Corolla Parasail

Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks with Duck Parasail. Duck Parasail is proud to partner with Corolla Parasail and together, they take pride in being the longest running, family owned and operated parasail company on the Outer Banks. Duck...

1285 - Sands to Sea

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Discover your perfect beach getaway in Corolla at Sands to Sea. This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom vacation rental offers...

  • Corolla
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Historic Corolla Park

Most all visitors to Corolla will spend at least a sunny afternoon or two at the Historic Corolla Park. This 39 acre site is home to three of the Northern Outer Banks' biggest attractions, the Whalehead in Historic Corolla, the Currituck Beach...

1383 - Victoria's Corner

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! The most perfect cozy rental for you and your family to escape to Corolla! Welcome to Victoria's Corner. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom rental has it...

  • Corolla
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
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...

Beach Baby

Spend your days catching some rays, taking a swim in the Atlantic, or searching for beach treasures along our wide stretch of beaches, just steps from your door. Wake up in the early morning and sip coffee, while watching the sunrise and the...

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 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...

Citrus Sands (formerly 10-42) 317-D

The perfect spot for your next Outer Banks vacation, Citrus Sands is a delightful 4-bedroom, 4 1/2 bath cottage is located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills at Milepost 7.Settle in for your Outer Banks vacation in this well-equipped and thoughtfully...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4.5 Bathrooms
SugarLand

SugarLand OBX, nestled in the Outer Banks, is a whimsical candy store offering a colorful world of sweets, treats, and nostalgic experiences. It blends modern innovation with timeless charm, featuring handcrafted ice cream sundaes, cotton candy, and...

The Lazy Whale

OCEANFRONT Salvo — Ocean St. — With a sandy beach and 180-degree vistas to greet you from multiple decks, it’s painless to lean into a languid lifestyle at THE LAZY WHALE. This four-bedroom/two- and one-half-bath home has everything you need...

  • Salvo
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
OBX Ghost Tours

OBX Ghost tours is something your family will be talking about the rest of the summer! You'll be entertained as a guide leads you through down town Manteo by lantern telling the spooky stories that makes The Outer Banks one of the most haunted...

4611 - Prescription OBX

BEACH GEAR RENTAL INCLUDED! Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Prescription OBX offers partials stays with a 3-night minimum. Please call or email to a get an accurate price quote...

  • Southern Shores
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 8 Bathrooms