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  • Merry Market in Downtown Manteo

    George Washington Creef Park 104 Fernando St, Manteo, NC, United States

    Start the holiday season with an evening of shopping, hot cocoa, and waterfront cheer at the Town of Manteo’s Merry Market! Local vendors will fill George Washington Creef Park with unique gifts and creations, offering a chance to find something special for your holiday list while supporting the community’s small businesses and makers. Sip cocoa, enjoy cheerful holiday music, and take in the festive atmosphere with family and friends.

    The fun continues throughout downtown. Browse the Merry Magnolia Vintage Market at Magnolia Pavilion, and stop into select downtown shops staying open late for holiday shopping. As you enjoy the evening, help share the spirit of giving by supporting the Manteo Police Department’s Food Drive. It’s a lovely opportunity to gather with neighbors, discover local treasures, and get a head start on the season’s celebrations.

  • Misfits Kick Off Party

    Kill Devil Grill 2008 S Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC

    The Island of Misfit Toys is coming to the Outer Banks! Head to the Kill Devil Grill patio for live music from the Bar Cats duo, a Christmas tree lighting, and a visit from Santa. The party kicks off a holiday crawl featuring 16 local bars and restaurants with themed décor, seasonal menus, and specialty drinks through December 31. Pick up an optional $10 souvenir postcard to collect stamps along the way and support local nonprofits.

  • WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

    WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens
    Elizabethan Gardens 1411 National Park Dr, Manteo, NC, United States

    Experience a little Christmas magic as ten acres of The Elizabethan Gardens become an enchanted wonderland of dazzling lights, festive décor, and seasonal sounds. Pick up hot cocoa at the Gingerbread House, wander the illuminated garden paths, and warm up beside a crackling open-air fire. Live entertainment adds to the celebration on designated evenings, while the Gift Shop and Nursery offer holiday gifts and seasonal plants.

    2026 dates: November 20, 21, 25, 27 & 28; December 2–5, 9–12, 16–19, 21–23 & 26–29 from 6-9 pm

    Admission: $22 for ages 13 and older; $14 for ages 3–12; free for children 2 and younger. Well-behaved dogs are welcome with a $6 ticket. Advance online tickets are recommended. This outdoor event is weather-dependent, with overflow parking at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and shuttle service on select nights.

    $14

  • Secotan Fall Markets

    Secotan Fall Markets
    Secotan Market Secotan Market, 2868 NC-345, Wancheese, NC, United States

    Secotan Market shifts into its fall schedule beginning in October.

    The Wanchese producer-only farmers market brings together growers, food producers, makers and artisans from northeastern North Carolina. The people selling the products are the people who grew, raised or crafted them.

    Expect market offerings to vary from week to week, including:

    Fresh produce
    Pasture-raised meat and eggs
    Vegetable ferments
    Kombucha
    Pecans
    Mushroom products
    Baked goods, pies and cakes
    Jams and pickles
    Local honey
    Herbs, spices and teas
    Flowers and potted plants
    Natural skin care
    Rotating local artisans
    Fall Market Schedule

    Beginning in October, Secotan Market is open every Saturday from 9 a.m.–Noon through Thanksgiving.

    Upcoming dates include:

    October 3
    October 10
    October 17
    October 24
    October 31
    November 7
    November 14
    November 21

    There is also a special Wednesday-before-Thanksgiving market on November 25 from 9 a.m.–Noon.

  • Holiday Craft Market

    Manteo Baptist Church U.S. 64 406, Manteo, NC, United States

    Enjoy a shopping experience among talented artists and craftsmen and FREE hot lunch! Hand crafted baskets and holders-of-things, felt Christmas ornaments, jewelry, sea glass art, holiday door wreaths and jar candles, and gift ideas you can't even imagine! Free and open to the public. A Free meal is available starting at 11:30 am until supplies run out.

  • Facing History: Ben A. Watford Exhibit

    Facing History: Ben A. Watford Exhibit
    Dare Arts Center 300 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Manteo, United States

    The Facing History Exhibit displays the work of North Carolina potter Ben A. Watford through a collection of his face jugs, functional pottery, and dragon vases. Facing History will be on display in the Vault Gallery from November 6 through December 23, 2026. The gallery is FREE and open to the public.

    Current Gallery Hours: 

    Tuesday-Friday: 10:00am-5:00pm

    Saturday: 10:00am-4:00pm

    Sunday & Monday: Closed

  • Beyond Pea Island Exhibit

    Beyond Pea Island Exhibit
    Dare Arts Center 300 Queen Elizabeth Ave, Manteo, United States

    From November to December, the Dare Arts Courtroom Gallery will feature over 30 commissioned pieces from the private collection of descendant, historian, and researcher Joan Collins.

    Each piece in the exhibit tells part of the story behind the life of Collins' father, Herbert M. Collins, who was the last surfman at the historic Pea Island station, and the Collins family's history on Roanoke Island.

    Beyond Pea Island will be on display November 7- December 19, 2026, in the Courtroom Gallery.

    Current Gallery Hours: 

    Tuesday-Friday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm

    Saturday: 10:00 am-4:00 pm

    Sunday & Monday: Closed

  • Cookie Archaeology

    Cookie Archaeology
    Graveyard of The Atlantic Museum 59200 Museum Dr, Hatteras, NC, United States

    Saturday, October 3, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
    Location: Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, 59200 Museum Drive, Hatteras
    Cost: Free
    Ages: 4 and older

    Try a tasty introduction to archaeology! Children will use toothpicks to carefully uncover chocolate chips and candy pieces hidden in cookies while learning how conservators uncover maritime artifacts.

    When the excavation is complete, participants can eat their discoveries!

  • Misfits and Rejects Market

    Outer Banks Brewing Station 600 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil hills, NC, United States

    Join us at Outer Banks Brewing Station on Saturday, November 21, from 11:30 AM to 4 PM for the Misfits and Rejects Market! Come shop unique finds, support local vendors, and enjoy a fun afternoon filled with creativity, community, and great vibes. Grab your friends and stop by to discover something unexpected.

    Nov 21, 2026, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM

    Outer Banks Brewing Station, 600 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

  • WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens

    WinterLights at The Elizabethan Gardens
    Elizabethan Gardens 1411 National Park Dr, Manteo, NC, United States

    Experience a little Christmas magic as ten acres of The Elizabethan Gardens become an enchanted wonderland of dazzling lights, festive décor, and seasonal sounds. Pick up hot cocoa at the Gingerbread House, wander the illuminated garden paths, and warm up beside a crackling open-air fire. Live entertainment adds to the celebration on designated evenings, while the Gift Shop and Nursery offer holiday gifts and seasonal plants.

    2026 dates: November 20, 21, 25, 27 & 28; December 2–5, 9–12, 16–19, 21–23 & 26–29 from 6-9 pm

    Admission: $22 for ages 13 and older; $14 for ages 3–12; free for children 2 and younger. Well-behaved dogs are welcome with a $6 ticket. Advance online tickets are recommended. This outdoor event is weather-dependent, with overflow parking at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and shuttle service on select nights.

    $14

  • Jockey’s Ridge Dune Hike

    Jockey’s Ridge Dune Hike
    Jockey's Ridge State Park Visitor Center 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC, United States

    Discover Jockey’s Ridge with a park ranger during this afternoon dune hike. Explore the park’s distinctive landscape and enjoy an opportunity to ask questions while experiencing the dunes on foot.

    Wear comfortable footwear suitable for walking on sand, bring drinking water and dress for the weather. Check the official event page for meeting instructions and any program updates before arriving.

  • Soundside Holiday Market

    The Soundside Event Site 6800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC, United States

    Get a head start on holiday shopping with an afternoon on the sound. Browse handmade gifts and artwork from more than 75 local vendors, grab a bite from a food truck, and stop by the campfire for free s’mores from 3 to 5 p.m. while supplies last. Stick around for the Nags Head Christmas tree lighting at 5:15 p.m.

    Sunday, November 22, 2026 · 12 p.m. to sunset
    The Soundside Event Site, 6800 S. Croatan Hwy., Nags Head
    Free admission

    First Annual Holiday Tree Lighting @ 5:15 PM

    Where: Soundside Event Site - 6800 S Croatan Highway - Nags Head, NC