We are arriving on the Carnival Sunshine for only a short visit on October 21, 2026. What are the top 3 things we should see or do during our stop there? How are the fall colors on October 21?

Hello Tommy, 

Thank you for reaching out to Ask an Islander! I'm delighted to hear you'll be visiting Prince Edward Island, even if only for a short time. Since you'll be arriving at the Port of Charlottetown, you can easily spend your visit exploring PEI's vibrant capital city.

October is the perfect time to experience the Charlottetown Scarecrow Festival. Celebrate the season with hundreds of creative scarecrow displays, festive events, haunted tours, stilt walkers, and more. As you stroll through historic downtown Charlottetown, you'll discover over 800 scarecrow installations tucked among city streets, parks, and heritage buildings.

Another great option is the Secrets of Charlottetown Walking Tour. Led by a costumed local storyteller, this one-hour guided tour shares lesser-known stories, legends, and folklore from Charlottetown's fascinating past. If you're interested in local history and ghost stories, you may also enjoy the Ghost Tour or the Prince Edward Island Love Letters & Legends tour.

If you're able to rent a car, consider taking a drive to Prince Edward Island National Park to see PEI's famous red cliffs, white-sand beaches, and stunning coastal scenery. Green Gables Heritage Place is open in October and is especially beautiful in the fall. A walk through the Haunted Wood and Lover's Lane offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the season's colours.

These quiet red-dirt roads are among the best places to experience PEI's fall foliage. Perry Road is a popular choice and is conveniently located along the route back to the city.

I hope this helps you plan your visit to Charlottetown and Prince Edward Island. Have a wonderful trip!

Valerie