Manteo Lessons & Educational Events - 2025 Schedule

Week of December 1, 2025 - December 7, 2025
Friday, December 5th - Sunday, December 7th
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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Duck Jazz Festival
Oct 9

October 9, 2025

This year, the Duck Jazz Festival proudly reaches its 16th anniversary, and with it, we unveil our artistic vision:“Duck Grooves: The Sound of Jazz,” is an electrifying celebration of jazz’s dynamic, ever-evolving nature, set against the stunning backdrop of the Currituck Sound. It’s a fusion of past, present, and future, where the timeless traditions of jazz intersect with the vibrancy of new, innovative sounds. Just as the sound of jazz flows and adapts, so too does the landscape of Duck where the rhythm of the music harmonizes with the natural beauty of the water and the surrounding environment.

Mike Dianna's Grill Room

Welcome to Mike Dianna's Grill Room, home to the finest seafood, USDA prime beef, amazing live entertainment and more! Come have brunch or dinner with us in Corolla on the beautiful Outer Banks. Celebrating over 20 years in the Timbuck II Shopping Center in Corolla, Mike Dianna's Grill Room is owned and operated by a true Corolla local who grew up here and has lived in the area since 1984.

Aqua Moon

“Aqua Moon" is the perfect destination for your family’s next vacation. This beautiful, oceanfront 3-bedroom home in Kitty Hawk has a large deck for watching the sunrise and if you lucky you can catch the dolphins playing! Take a stroll early evening and enjoy all the sites and sound the beach has to offer. After a long day in the sun or shopping at local surf shops take some time to enjoy the game room playing, ping pong, darts, corn hole or watch movies.  Take advantage of the hot tub perfectly placed on the deck for beach viewing! The dining room table has wonderful views of the ocean during meal time. Easy beach access and convenient to local restaurants. Be sure to book Aqua Moon today!  Aqua Moon, was updated throughout including a remodeled kitchen, Trex decking and furniture, and a new Hot Tub. On the rainy days and colder nights, enjoy relaxing in front of the Electric Fireplace and watching movies on the upgraded Smart TV's, featuring access to cable and Streaming Apps such as Netflix and Hulu. Lower Level: (Separate Entrance) Laundry Area w/Washer & Dryer, Full Bath, Game Area w/Ping Pong.  Upper Level: Great Room w/Electric Fireplace, Large Flat Screen TV, Double Futon, Dining Area, Kitchen w/Keurig Coffee Maker, 2 Bedrooms w/Queen and 1 Bedroom w/ King & Flat Screen TVs, Full Hall Bath, Access to Furnished Oceanfront Deck w/Hot Tub. **Please be advised video surveillance equipment is installed outside the home facing the ocean/dunes; Deck camera facing the parking area; and Front Door Camera. The audio feature on the camera has been disabled. There are no other security cameras inside or outside the home.***

  • Kitty Hawk
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Lost Treasure Golf

The noted explorer, archaeologist, anthropologist, paleontologist, and part-time plumbing contractor from the University of Chicago, Professor Duffer A. Hacker, led two expeditions to the outer banks in the late 1920’s. The purpose of these expeditions was to search for an answer as to what happened to the lost colony of Roanoke Island and to look for treasure believed to have been hidden by Blackbeard the Pirate. Professor Hacker’s first surprise was the discovery of an old mining train built by the Confederate Army during the Civil War. They were searching for gold to finance their war effort. Take the mining car* to the top of the mountain and follow Professor Hacker as you putt your way through an adventurous expedition to find gold and diamonds.

New Wave CD-14

Offering both sunset and sunrise views from the open and covered decks, you will have the vacation of a lifetime at New Wave, a spectacular NEW for 2025 home! Custom-built and uniquely designed with a modern coastal feel, guests will be pampered by all the amenities that are offered. Each of the thoughtfully appointed bedrooms includes a private bathroom and TV, ensuring a restful stay for all guests.The spacious, open-concept great room on the top level features vaulted ceilings and is bathed in natural light from expansive windows. Cozy up by the gas fireplace after a fun-filled day at the beach. The dining area comfortably seats ten and seamlessly flows into the gourmet kitchen, which boasts stainless steel appliances, an oversized island with seating for four, and a convenient powder room. For family entertainment, the top level also includes a media room—perfect for movie nights or board games. Step outside onto the wraparound sun deck to enjoy warm ocean breezes and your favorite drink in hand.The mid level is home to four inviting bedrooms, all with access to the covered deck, including three king en suites and one en suite with two twin beds—offering the perfect combination of privacy and comfort.On the ground level, you'll find the final bedroom, an en suite with two queen beds. The recreation room on this level is a hub of entertainment, featuring a ping pong table, an additional full-size refrigerator, and easy access to the pool area. Spend your days splashing in your private 12x24 pool or head to the beach, just a short stroll (less than 1200 feet) down the street.New Wave is located in the Carolina Dunes community, with easy beach access, as well as sound access directly across Duck Road, perfect for launching kayaks, fishing, or just sunset gazing on the pier. Just a short bike ride away, you will find the charming, pedestrian-friendly town of Duck, offering shopping, nightlife, superior dining, a soundfront boardwalk, and a Town Park with morning yoga and exercise classes, many children's activities, movies, free concerts, and more.Pool heat is available for $300. Please note, New Wave offers a private park charcoal grill for guests. The gas grill is not for guest use. Please note, this home has an exterior camera. Layout:Ground Level: En suite with 2 queen beds, recreation room.Mid Level: 3 king en suites with covered decks and an en suite with 2 twins. Top Level: Open concept. Great room with electric fireplace, kitchen, dining area, media room, powder room.

  • Duck
  • 5 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, descendants of the Spanish Mustangs brought to the New World by explorers as long ago as the early 1500s. Because we go to their native habitat, you have the chance to experience much more than just a tour to see these majestic beings; you also get stories about the history of this area, a chance to learn about the other wild animals and vegetation of this area…and sometimes even a pirate tale or two!

The Log Inn

Escape to the perfect blend of beach house bliss and rustic mountain charm with our unique vacation rental in Nags Head, NC. This house, which feels like a cozy mountain cabin nestled in the woods, has undergone many upgrades and is ready to welcome you for a relaxing getaway. As you arrive at this charming vacation rental, you'll immediately feel a sense of tranquility. The private yard, adorned with azaleas and dogwood trees, offers a peaceful retreat with cozy front porch rocking chairs, an outdoor firepit, and a nostalgic single swing. After a day at the beach (just 7/10th of a mile away), rinse off in the newly installed outdoor shower or unwind in the hot tub under the starry Outer Banks sky. The first level of the property features a separate King En Suite with a memory foam mattress, a sofa, kitchenette, TV, and dining area. Additionally, there is a washer and dryer for your convenience. Moving to the second level, you'll find a comfortable great room, a modern kitchen, a dining area, a King En Suite with handicap features, and a Florida Room that leads to a deck. The third level offers two Queen bedrooms, a full hall bath, and a loft/den area with futons and a foosball table. Located next to Jockeys Ridge State Park and close to restaurants, attractions, and shopping, this home provides the best of both worlds - beachfront relaxation with a cozy mountain feel. Book your stay at Log Inn today and experience peace and tranquility on your Outer Banks vacation. **Log Inn is pet-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry friend along! The spacious fenced area is perfect for dogs and kids, while the new double hammock setup in the backyard offers a serene spot to unwind. Cook up a family dinner on the large propane grill and outdoor dining set. Plus, the property backs up to hiking trails leading to nearby Jockey's Ridge State Park, perfect for outdoor adventures. You must be 25 years of age or older to rent this property. The wood stove is not for guest use2 dogs welcome in this home. No other animals are allowed without specific Vacasa approval.Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.Guest entry instructions: This rental utilizes an E-lock, a digital lock that requires a unique code to enter. This code is reset after each guest's stay. You must be 21 years or older to rent this property.

  • Nags Head
  • 4 Bedrooms
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 highlights. Take Out, Dine-in our comfortable bar or chill out on our breezy patio.We hope to see you and your family the next time you’re visiting the OBX!

Spittin' Kitty

SOUNDSIDE Salvo – Wind Over Waves – Easing into your vacation is like a day at the beach at SPITTIN’ KITTY, a seven bedroom/seven full- and one-half-bath home located in an modren community of gracious homes that share a 100-foot pier and boat ramp on Pamlico Sound. The ocean is close and conveniently walkable, too, making this home the rare gem that fulfills everybody’s vacation wish list, including up to two dogs, who are welcome. Arrive, park and comfortably transport your bags and groceries into the home via a convenient elevator. Note the backyard volleyball net and get motivated for some heated action that is rewarded by a cool down in the private swimming pool. Fix yourself a drink at the screened-in poolside tiki bar and hit the four-person hot tub for a calming soak. The outdoor facilities also include a full outdoor bath with a shower and toilet, a convenience you’ll find rather useful. If the competitive spirit follows you into the home, you’ll be delighted by a first level game room that features a pool table, flat screen TV and a full-size refrigerator, and dishwasher. Also on this level is a theater room with a leather couch and a huge flat screen TV. Pulling the kids away from here may seem like a challenge, but when they have their own bedroom with two sets of bunk beds and a private bath, they may surprise you. There is also a queen bedroom on this level, featuring a flat screen TV and private access to the back deck. A shared full bathroom and a full-sized washer/dryer complete this level. Four more primary ensuite bedrooms occupy the second level — three kings and one queen (with an accessible bathroom) — each with a flat screen TV and two of which offer access to a semi-wrap-around deck to savor the sound sunsets and cross ocean breezes. The third level is the heart of the home that beats to the rhythm of your family’s comings and goings. Gather around the breakfast bar with your first morning cup of coffee to plan out your day. The kitchen behind it is roomy and well-equipped to efficiently feed a crowd. There’s room for everybody to sit together at the 14-seat dining table and appreciate the appointed chef’s creations. A great room provides plenty of comfortable seating to kick back and watch your favorite shows on the intelligent TV and to enjoy the re-telling of family lore. There’s also a half-bath on this level, as well as a handsome king master suite, complete with a hottub tub and private deck access to wish upon a starlit sky before drifting off to sleep. Book SPITTIN’ KITTY today and that’s one wish that can come true without a star in sight. The following items are available at all Surf or Sound Realty properties, even though they are not listed individually: Central Air/Heat, Washer/Dryer, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, TV, Standard Coffee Maker, Toaster, Blender, and Outdoor Grille.

  • Salvo
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
Brindley Beach Vacations

Brindley Beach Vacations offers premier real estate and property management services on the entire Outer Banks. Representing more than 600 vacation rental homes, Brindley Beach caters to all regions from the south beaches of Hatteras Island, Frisco, Buxton, Avon, Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, to Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk and north to Southern Shores, Duck, and Corolla, as well as the 4WD area of Carova Beach. As a result, vacationers will find a wide range of homes or lots to choose from, from sunny condos with a host of amenities to massive sandcastles on the edge of the beach.

5732 - Beach Music

Always Included, complimentary linens and made beds! Looking for an oceanfront Nags Head getaway? Look no further than Beach Music! This Nags Head condo features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and is sure to give you and your family the relaxing vacation you deserve. At Beach Music, you’re close to the best that Nags Head has to offer. Go shopping at the Nags Head Outlets, learn about the local sea life and fishing culture at Jennette’s Pier, and even grab a bite to eat at Dune Burger or Owens’; two of the most historic restaurants on the OBX. Plus, Beach Music is an oceanfront condo, giving you direct access to the pristine shores of Nags Head and easy, no fuss beach days. Inside this spacious Outer Banks condo, you’ll find an open living area complete with flat screen TV and plenty of seating for relaxing after a fun filled beach day. When it’s time for dinner, you can prepare your own, home cooked meals in the well-equipped kitchen. With plenty of counter space, the master chef in your family will have a field day. The breakfast bar seats 4 and the dining room table seats 6 so everyone has a space to eat together. When you want to take advantage of the salty air and the sound of crashing waves, head to the furnished covered deck. It’s the perfect place to enjoy your morning cup of coffee! The King Master Bedroom features access to the covered deck along with a large, private bathroom with jacuzzi tub. A Queen bedroom and a bedroom with a Pyramid Bunk and twin bed round out sleeping arrangements for your crew. Beach Music is the perfect home for those looking to get a taste of true, Outer Banks beach life!8111 S. Old Oregon Inlet Road, Unit 103A, Nags Head, NC 27959 | MP 16.9AMENITIES:First Floor Unit. Community Elevator, Community Pool, Central Heat & Air, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer & Dryer, WiFi Internet Access, 4 HD Cable TVs with digital channels, Jacuzzi Tub, DVD Player, High Chair, Movie Library, Puzzles & Games, Community Grill. LEVEL 1:King Master Bedroom with Jacuzzi Tub, Queen Bedroom, Bedroom with Pyramid Bunk and Twin, Full Hall Bath. Kitchen, Dining and Living Areas. Covered Deck.

  • Nags Head
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
Carolina Designs

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355 | Turquoise Turtle

This three level home is beautiful and top-notch in every way ! Spacious & loaded with amenities all designed to ensure a delightful vacation experience, your family will be thrilled with all the luxuries Turquoise Turtle has to offer. Fabulous Ocean Views, large decks, new walkway to the beach & all the amenities including a Large Oceanfront Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Rec. Room w/Pool Table, Theater Room, & Elevator. The inviting living spaces and outdoor areas will make this oceanfront vacation home an OBX family vacation tradition for years to come. Ideally situated in South Nags Head, this home provides a relaxing atmosphere & an uncrowded beach that is perfect for taking long walks, sun bathing, fishing, surfing or just relaxing while spending quality time with your family. The location affords convenient access to the wonderful dining & shopping areas of Nags Head, Manteo & the undeveloped beaches of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. For the adventurous members of your group, the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Pirates Cove Marina are nearby & provide both half day in-shore & full day off-shore fishing excursions. A multi-use path is located in front of this home so don't forget your bikes. The path runs the full length of Nags Head & the Outer Banks Fishing Pier & Fish Heads Restaurant & Pub are only 1.5 miles to the north.Ground Level: Parking for 7 Cars, Basketball Goal, Volleyball Court, Corn Hole Boards, Covered Entry, Elevator to All Levels, 3 Bedrooms (Private Suite w/King, TV, & Full Bath w/Tub, 1 w/2 Singles, 1 w/ 2 Queen/Single Bunk Sets), Full Hall Bath w/Tub & Shower, Home Theater, Rec. Room w/Pool Table, TV, Access to Covered Porch w/Hot Tub, Private Swimming Pool - Open Seasonally, Cabana w/Bar & Half Bath, & Private Walkway to Beach. Mid Level: 4 Private Suites w/Kings, TVs, & Full Baths w/Tub & Shower, Large Foyer Entry, Den w/TV, & Access to Covered Decks on the East & West Sides. Top Level: Living/Dining/Kitchen Area, TV, Ocean Views, Kitchen w/2 Refrigerators, 2 Dishwashers, Half Bath, Steps to Ship’s Watch, Private Suite w/King, TV, Full Bath w/Shower & Access to Sun Deck w/Deck Furniture & Ocean Views. Features include: C/AC & Heat, Washer/Dryer, 2 Dishwashers, Microwave, TVs, Blu-Rays, Wireless Internet, Ceiling Fans, Gas Grill, & Deck & Pool Furniture. No Pets. This is a Non-Smoking Unit. "Turquoise Turtle" is located next door to another 8 bedroom Oceanfront home known as "Beach Beach" #345. This is an ideal setting for larger family groups and reunions.

  • Nags Head
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7.5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Fish Heads Bar and Grill

Rustic waterfront pub at a fishing pier with a large deck for seafood eats, draft beer & live music. Fish Heads Bar and Grill is THE tiki bar of the Outer Banks. Located at Mile Post 18.5 in Nags Head, we offer a view that is second to none! Check us out!

Fishin' Friendzy   #41-B

Buxton's closest ocean view home is only 40 feet from the dune line and the best fishing, surfing, and swimming on Hatteras Island! Relax and watch the dolphins play and waves break from the ocean and lighthouse view decks. The first level has a half bath and a bedroom with two singles. The entry room has a double futon, a TV, and a fridge. You'll also have great parking, a carport, and a basketball hoop. The first level has four bedrooms (two mains with private baths, TV, and access to oceanside decks), three baths, and a laundry. The fourth bedroom has a TV and oceanside deck access and the fifth has a TV. Upstairs is a large great room with wood accents, a cathedral ceiling, beautiful furnishings, and a two-story window with views of the ocean. A fully-equipped kitchen, a breakfast bar, a dining area, and a half bath handle all your needs. Oak spiral stairs lead to the fourth level loft with breathtaking views. The warm oceanside south-facing decks with covered porch and hot tub have ample room. Get caught up in the Fishin' Friendzy! Things to know:You will be required to sign an additional lease agreement upon making a booking which will be sent to your email. You will not be able to check-in until we have received your signature electronically. Please contact us directly if you do not receive this agreement. This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC. Please note: Guests have access to the Club Hatteras Pool Facility. Additional details around this facility will be shared in your check-in email and during the check-in process. The club is typically open Mid-May to Mid-October, depending on the weather.1 dog welcome in this home. No other animals are allowed without specific Vacasa approval.Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles. You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.

  • Buxton
  • 5 Bedrooms
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