Festival · Wildlife Festival

Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival

Name: Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival
Start: 2026-10-13
End: 2026-10-18
Location: Coastal North Carolina National Wildlife Refuges Gateway Visitor Center

A premier wildlife festival featuring guided nature adventures in national wildlife refuges.

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 – Sun, 18 Oct 2026 Coastal North Carolina National Wildlife Refuges Gateway Visitor Center Manteo , North Carolina

The Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival is one of the East Coast's premier nature events, taking place across six counties in northeastern North Carolina. Based at the Coastal North Carolina National Wildlife Refuges Gateway Visitor Center in Manteo, the festival offers a wide range of guided birding, paddling, and nature adventures. Explore the beauty of the region's national wildlife refuges and connect with the natural world. Join us for this immersive experience in the heart of the Outer Banks.

What to Expect

An immersive nature festival with various guided outdoor activities in wildlife refuges.

Who Should Attend

Nature lovers
Bird watchers
Outdoor enthusiasts
Families

Agenda Overview

The festival runs from October 13 to October 18, 2026.

Venue & Address

Coastal North Carolina National Wildlife Refuges Gateway Visitor Center

100 Conservation Way
Manteo , North Carolina – 27954
United States

Organizer

Wings Over Water · Festival Organizer

Organizers of the annual wildlife festival in North Carolina.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the festival?

Coastal North Carolina National Wildlife Refuges Gateway Visitor Center, 100 Conservation Way, Manteo, NC.

When is the event?

October 13-18, 2026.

What activities are included?

Guided birding, paddling, and nature adventures.

Where does it take place?

Across six counties in northeastern North Carolina.

Is it an annual event?

Yes, it is a recurring wildlife festival.

Where can I find more info?

Visit the official Wings Over Water website.