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Sailboats in marina in Summerside at sunset

Summerside in Prince Edward Island

Summerside Area

The City by the Sea

Explore authentic Island experiences in the City by the Sea! Summerside is our second-largest city filled with culinary, cultural and coastal experiences. Discover the energy of Island Celtic roots, stroll the city streets or watch the horses dash to the finish line. Awaken your soul and explore Summerside.

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What to do in Summerside Area

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The Knot Beach Bar & Rentals
Bike Rentals
Summerside Area

The Knot Beach Bar & Rentals

On shore beach bar, offering local beer and cocktails. Try our bike, paddleboard, and kayak rentals!

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G and T Book Cafe
Summerside Area

G and T Book Cafe

A cozy spot with friendly owners offering a full menu of authentic Vietnamese dishes including Pho...

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Red Shores at Summerside Raceway
Harness Racing
Summerside Area

Red Shores at Summerside Raceway

RED SHORES at Summerside Raceway offers live & simulcast racing. The Governor’s Plate Race Week...

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Harbourfront Theatre
Theatres
Summerside Area

Harbourfront Theatre

Set in the ambience of Summerside’s beautiful waterfront, Harbourfront Theatre’s intimate and...

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Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre at the College of Piping
Theatres
Summerside Area

Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre at the College of Piping

Our theatre offers year-round programming in a vast variety of genres. With the focus on community...

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Where to Stay in Summerside Area

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Cairns Motel
Motel
Summerside | Summerside Area

Cairns Motel

At Cairns Motel we do things differently! From the moment you step into the front office, you feel...

Dates of Operation: May 3 - October 31
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The Loyalist Country Inn & Conference Centre
Hotel
Summerside | Summerside Area

The Loyalist Country Inn & Conference Centre

Full service hotel overlooking the Summerside harbour. Onsite restaurant and lounge, including room...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Summerside Motel and Cottages
Motel
Reads Corner | Summerside Area

Summerside Motel and Cottages

Newly renovated motel and cottages with restaurant on site. Conveniently located close to downtown...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Turner Summer Properties
Vacation Home
Summerside | Summerside Area

Turner Summer Properties

Enjoy a stylish and modern stay at this recently completed duplex, in a quiet Summerside subdivision...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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207 Granville Street
Vacation Home
Summerside | Summerside Area

207 Granville Street

The Schurman House on Granville is located in the centre of Summerside, close to downtown and...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Shine Motel
Motel
Summerside | Summerside Area

Shine Motel

Waterfront, shopping, theatres, dining, boardwalk and trails nearby.

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Strategic Holdings
Apartment
Summerside | Summerside Area

Strategic Holdings

This bright and cozy, two-bedroom apartment is located in a newly constructed building and has a...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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The Boardwalk Inn
Inn
Summerside | Summerside Area

The Boardwalk Inn

The Boardwalk Inn offers true elegance. Decorated in calming blues, yellows and greys, and partnered...

Dates of Operation: May 1 - August 31
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Jenns Front Porch
Vacation Home
Summerside | Summerside Area

Jenns Front Porch

Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally located place. In the heart of Summerside, you can take...

Dates of Operation: June 1 - October 1
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Quality Inn and Suites
Hotel
Summerside | Summerside Area

Quality Inn and Suites

Waterfront property ideally located within 30 minutes of most major attractions and golf courses...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Canadas Best Value Inn & Suites Summerside
Motel
Summerside | Summerside Area

Canadas Best Value Inn & Suites Summerside

Quiet country setting just 10 minutes from Confederation Bridge and two minutes from Summerside...

Dates of Operation: May 29 - October 31
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Festivals & Events in Summerside Area

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Oct 28 - Nov 29
Sugar Rush Exhibition
Summerside | Summerside Area

Sugar Rush Exhibition

Celebrate the nostalgia of Summerside's candy counters; learn how candy sweetens holidays and creates traditions; find global confections fr
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Nov 19
Dallas Smith + His Band: One Night Only (Unplugged)
Summerside | Summerside Area

Dallas Smith + His Band: One Night Only (Unplugged)

Big Loud artist Dallas Smith has a track record of noteworthy success – from front man of Platinum-selling rock band Default to 3x consecuti
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Nov 20 - Dec 20
Fairytale of New York - Summerside
Summerside | Summerside Area

Fairytale of New York - Summerside

Good old Island boys, big city trouble, and one unforgettable Christmas Eve. Feast Dinner Theatres presents Fairytale of New York,
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Nov 20 - 23
The 39 Steps
Summerside | Summerside Area

The 39 Steps

Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone w
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Nov 21
Holman's Christmas Light Gardens Opening
Summerside | Summerside Area

Holman's Christmas Light Gardens Opening

Experience the lighting of the gardens for the Christmas season while enjoying live music by Brooke MacArthur.
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Nov 28
Christmas Kazoo-Along
Summerside | Summerside Area

Christmas Kazoo-Along

Folks of all ages will come together to enjoy holiday music, laughter and lots of kazooing. Don’t have a kazoo?
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Dec 4
Christmas in Cape Breton
Summerside | Summerside Area

Christmas in Cape Breton

The five versatile performers bring to the stage belly laughs and stunning musicianship which have won them fiercely loyal fans.
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Dec 5
AC/DC Back In Black: Full Album and Greatest Hits Featuring High Voltage
Summerside | Summerside Area

AC/DC Back In Black: Full Album and Greatest Hits Featuring High Voltage

High Voltage is a PEI group of high energy musicians who enjoy playing the songs of ACDC and want to share these songs of ACDC with you all.
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