• Saturday, December 7th

Get your Outer Banks holiday off to a glittering start with this annual parade that is sure to delight visitors and locals alike. The Manteo Christmas Parade is a time-honored tradition that attracts both participants and spectators from all across the Outer Banks, and which is sure to entice anyone to get into the holiday spirit.

The Manteo Christmas Parade is held in the heart of Manteo on Roanoke Island, and the parade route stretches along the downtown waterfront which makes it easy to find a spot to settle in and enjoy the show. Every year, the Christmas Parade attracts local school bands, association floats, vintage cars, horses, and more, who all come donned in their best holiday and coastally themed attire. The grand finale features an appearance by Santa Claus himself, who will later pose for pictures with kids after the parade is over at the centrally located boathouse. The event is free for all spectators, and parking is available throughout this small town for visitors who want to find a picture perfect vantage point to watch the action. Always a celebration, the Manteo Christmas Parade is a great way to dive into the holiday spirit of the Outer Banks.

Jolly Roger

Jolly Roger

When you first catch sight of The Jolly Roger, you might be unsure exactly what to think of it. Since its conversion from a gas station/grocery store to a restaurant in 1972, The Jolly Roger has been anything but your ordinary Outer Banks restaurant. It’s been 37 years since Angelos took ownership of Jolly, and over the years she has experienced many changes, including three expansions and a renovation after Hurricane Isabel in 2003. Although the restaurant has gone through several changes over the years, Carol Ann’s style is unaltered. The restaurant decor is an eclectic blend of Christmas, pirate paraphernalia, aquatic murals, handmade boutique-style gifts and old-time movie posters.

 

Almost as diverse as the restaurant itself is the food selection, The Jolly Roger is open year-round for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and they offer something for everyone. Breakfast favorites include the Eggs Benedict, pancakes and home fries—all made in-house from fresh ingredients. For lunch and dinner, the restaurant offers a wide selection of options, from steaks and seafood to pastas and salads. All of the restaurant’s sauces are house-made from scratch, and everything is taste-tested to ensure the absolute best quality food is being served.