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05/09/2026

05/09/2026

Manteo Mother’s Day Flower Crawl today! This event is sold out! A huge thanks to our generous sponsors!

03/04/2026

Meet us in Manteo this Friday to kick off the 2026 First Friday season!

This Friday (March 6) will kick-off the 2026 First Friday season in downtown Manteo.

Dare Arts will have Joe Mapp playing live music on the front porch of the Gallery starting at 6:00pm. There will also be live music by The Conch Shells at Poor Richard's, The Bar Cats Duo at NouVines, and DJ Night at Lost Colony Brewery.

The First Friday Manteo Stroll, where restaurants and shops in downtown Manteo stay open late with specials, live music, sales, and events at their locations, will also be happening from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Join us!

02/25/2026

Ready for an exciting 2026 in magical, historic Manteo??? So much on the horizon….events, markets, shopping, dining, exploring, and more!! Interested in an adventure itinerary? Not sure about parking options? Check out key info about the town at Meet Me In Manteo.

https://www.meetmeinmanteo.com

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12/13/2025

Salty Santa is here! Photos at the lighthouse!

12/13/2025

Santa Paws!

12/13/2025

Today’s the day!

12/10/2025

🎄Merry Members Special🎄

We are always grateful for our members, and their support of the arts on the Outer Banks. As a small thank you, we are offering all Dare Arts' members 20% off purchases at the Gallery THIS Saturday (December 13).

This special is part of the Manteo Business Association's High Tide Christmas event.

12/10/2025

Did we mention LINE dancing! Saturday 4-6pm at the Magnolia Pavilion .. Let's Dance OBX

Happy Monday, everyone! We've got two amazing events this week!

Thursday (12/11), we're at the Outer Banks Brewing Station! Throw on your best holiday outfit and come grab food and drinks with us at 6pm before we kick off some holiday boot stompin' at 7pm.

On Saturday (12/13), we're dancing at the Magnolia Pavilion in Manteo for the Holiday Flotilla and Festivities event! Check out the activities line up for this event! 🤩 Don't get too lost in your Gnome Scavenger Hunt! We've got dancing from 4pm-6pm and then the decorated boats start their parade in the marina. It's gonna be lit! 🌟

See ya on the dancefloor!

11/30/2025

Coming December 13- A High Tide Christmas! A whole day full of Santas and fun leading up to the holiday flotilla! Line dancing .. shopping crawls .. scavengers hunts .. and more!