Manteo Watersports Events - 2026 Schedule

Manteo Watersports Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of June 1, 2026 - June 7, 2026
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.

Week of July 20, 2026 - July 26, 2026
Saturday, July 25th
Manteo

The town of Manteo has a rich history that’s connected to sailing and life on the water, and competitive sailors and spectators alike can celebrate this heritage with the Annual One-Design Regatta.

Week of August 10, 2026 - August 16, 2026
Friday, August 14th - Sunday, August 16th
Manteo

Surfers, filmmakers, movie buffs, nature fans, and curious visitors alike can all come together for an incredible film festival that celebrates all things aquatic. Presented by Cucalorus and the Dare County Arts Council, this three-day celebration of coastal North Carolina marine culture is sure to impress movie fans of all varieties, with an array of local and regional films that highlight life by the coastal waters.

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Blackbeard and other Pirates

The Southern Outer Banks, particularly Ocracoke Island, is notorious as the stomping grounds for some of history's most infamous pirates. Notable swashbucklers from Calico Jack to Anne Bonney and Mary Reed, arguably the most famous women pirates...

Cosmo's Pizzeria in Corolla

Best Pizza in in Corolla since 1995! Cosmo’s Pizzeria has continued to be a family favorite on the northern Outer Banks for over 15 years. Outdoor dining, full bar, and specialty menu (including gluten-free pizza) are a few of our many...

275 | Silver Dollars

This spacious home is equipped with all the amenities necessary for an unforgettable Outer Banks Vacation! Nicely decorated and very well stocked, this home offers the luxury of Views of the Ocean and Jockeys Ridge and is located a short walk from...

  • Nags Head
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
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...

GOLFIN' DOLPHIN

Overview There's so much to love when you spend your precious vacation days at the Golfin' Dolphin. Built overlooking the famous Currituck Club golf course, this charming getaway offers ocean, sound, pond, and golf course views. Nicely...

  • Corolla
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Back Beach Wild Horse Tours

Welcome to Back Beach Wild Horse Tours in Corolla NC. Our tours embark from Corolla NC, the last Outer Banks outpost before the road ends into nothing but stretches of wide beach. We provide safe family fun to see the Corolla Wild Horses...

Beauty & The Beach

Located in Corolla/ 5 Bedrooms/ 4 Full Bathrooms/ 1 Half BathroomStunning oceanfront home accessible by 4 x 4 car only! This home sits on a corner lot and offers direct beach access with alluring ocean vistas. Approximately 9.3 miles up the beach...

  • Corolla
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
Fishing Unlimited Boating Center

Owned by Garry Oliver, the proprietor of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier, this small wooden aqua blue-colored store on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway has been serving the needs of fishermen for decades. A full line of tackle is available for all types...

HD-103 High Dunes 2 Bedroom Condo 103

Welcome to High Dunes Resort by KEES Vacations! Your oceanfront condo awaits. Located in the heart of Kill Devil Hills, High Dunes Resort condos feature 2-Bedrooms and 2-Bathrooms, living room, expansive full kitchen with two bar stools, a dining...

  • Kill Devil Hills
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Sound Feet Shoes

Sound Feet Shoes is family owned and operated. Sound Feet has been in the retail shoe business for over 72 years, opening their first store in 1953. They provide the best customer service and are the only Outer Banks’ area full service shoe...

A Dream Come True

SOUNDSIDE Avon - Costen Light Ct. - If you spend a lot of time dreaming about Hatteras Island, then stay at A DREAM COME TRUE and make it reality! This impressive soundside home in Kinnakeet Shores accepts you to experience the natural beauty of...

  • Avon
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5.5 Bathrooms
Ben Franklin

Stop by Nags Head's Ben Franklin at Mile Post 10 on the Bypass where you will find everything you need for the beach! From Clothing, T-shirts and Swimwear to Boards, Chairs, Umbrellas and Tackle. You'll find it all…and of course, we have the...

4205 - Schwartz

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Georgetown Sands, Unit 5, Building 1. This spacious and beautifully decorated townhome is located closest to the ocean with excellent views from...

  • Duck
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
Paradise Dolphin Cruises

With the best views around and the quickest access to dolphins, Paradise Dolphin Cruises is committed to offering you one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Climb aboard the Kokomo, our 40-passenger catarmaran and the area’s newest...

End of the Rainbow

Located in Waves | 4 Bedrooms | 5 Full Bathrooms | 1 Half BathroomEnd of the Rainbow is an Oceanfront favorite, with a game room, private saltwater pool, elevator, and an open floor plan -- this home has it all! With handsome ocean vistas beyond...

  • Waves
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms