First Friday
A Downtown Manteo Tradition
First Friday
First Friday is a fun-filled, family-oriented event held the first Friday of each month, March through November from 6pm to 8pm, in historic downtown Manteo. The sidewalks pulse with live music, magic, artisans, food, drinks and much more.
The Manteo Stroll featuring celebrations, specials, music all over town, art, and more inside other Manteo galleries, shops and restaurants also happens during First Friday. Check out the map below to see who is participating in this month's Manteo Stroll.
Make a day of it on Roanoke Island by visiting our attractions, shops, and art galleries. Then, join us downtown for our First Friday celebration and finish the day with a delicious food and drink experience.
First Friday celebrations are a great time to explore downtown Manteo. Join us!
2025 First Friday Music Lineup
SECOND Friday, July 11: There will be live music by The Rea Family Band in The Courtyard, the Kill Devil Kats at Magnolia Pavilion, Bri Young at the Davis Lot, Norm Harrell at Old Tom's, The Barcats at NouVines, and The Cheeze at Poor Richards. The Lost Colony Tavern will also be hosting DJ Night.
Friday, August 1: Connected in the Dare Arts Courtyard, Jackie Burns in the Davis Lot, and the Morgan Creek Bluegrass Band at Magnolia Pavilion. More info coming soon.
Friday, September 5: More info coming soon.
Friday, October 3: The Jazzmen in the Dare Arts Courtyard. More info coming soon.
Friday, November 7: More info coming soon.
Friday, December 5: Manteo Christmas Tree Lighting
The Manteo Stroll
The Manteo Stroll featuring celebrations, specials, music all over town, art, and more inside other Manteo galleries, shops and restaurants also happens during First Friday.
Check out this map to see who is participating in this month's Manteo Stroll.
