Roanoke Island Festival Park

Families with young children are invited to enjoy a morning of fun at KidsFest on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo. This free outdoor festival, presented by the Children & Youth Partnership for Dare County, features games, crafts, music, and hands-on play activities designed especially for young children. Local businesses and organizations host interactive stations—such as arts and crafts, bubbles, vehicles to explore, and other kid-friendly activities—creating a lively morning of learning and play for families.

The Annual Dare County Schools Art Exhibition showcases the creativity of local students with artwork from kindergarten through 12th grade on display at Roanoke Island Festival Park in the Meeting Room in the Administrative Building, Manteo. The free exhibition features a variety of mediums—including paintings, drawings, photography, sculptures, and mixed media—and is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 6 through May 1. A Meet the Artist and closing reception will be held on May 1 from 5–7 p.m.