Would it be worthwhile to visit PEI in late May or will many businesses be closed?

Hello Doug,

Thank you for queston to Ask an Islander.

Any and every date is perfect for a visit to Prince Edward Island, it really comes down to what you want to see and do. 

May is the start of the spring lobster season, that alone should be reason enough to come to the island! Find a lobster supper, community supper or head to a wharf. If you are into music, there is always a ceilidh on the go. It is said there isn't a day on the island, you can't find celtic music somewhere.  

Businesses will be opening up as the traps drop, it will be a great time to catch some of the unique local shops, crafts, farmer's markets and restaurants.  

While in Cavendish, walking through the National Park, there are lovely boardwalks. Part of the boardwalk is a floating walkway, taking you through the dunes, marshes and Acadian forests. You will see all sorts of amazing birds, you might even see a frog, squirrel, rabbits and dragonflies.

In Borden-Carlton, visit the Marine Park and have your picture taken with the Confederation Bridge and the lighthouse. If you position yourself in the right spot, you can make it look like you are holding the lighthouse in your hand! 

Visiting Charlottetown, take a tour with the Heritage Players and Historic Walking Tours.  Informative and takes you back in time. Also, we hope Province House will be open after several years of restorations. 

In Charlottetown, Beaconsfield Museum is very interesting. An opportunity to see how the wealthy lived many years ago and how quickly it is all lost. The home is absolutely stunning and the gardens in the spring are wonderful for pictures.  A walk along the Victoria Park boardwalk and a stop for an ice cream, while watching the sail boats in the harbour, watch for a cruise ship sailing into port. Maybe even walk the boardwalk all the way to Founder's Hall, a lovely foodies and artisan's boutique, home of Oh Fudge-PEI Potato Fudge and Dal's Potato Bar.

We look forward to seeing you, we are open and ready for your visit!

Erin Davis