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Christmas Craft Fairs & Markets Prince Edward Island

Christmas Fairs and Holiday Markets

Published September 18, 2026 | Team Tourism PEI

While visiting Prince Edward Island, kick-start your holiday shopping at festive craft fairs and Christmas markets. It looks like every hall and school, big or small, will host at least one Christmas market this year. The artists, makers, farmers and entrepreneurs that you will meet represent the best of the Island spirit. Thank you for shopping local on Prince Edward Island this season. 

The listings below are organized by weekend from west to east.

October

Summerside & Area

Central Coastal Drive

Watermark Theatre Fall Fair, North Rustico - October 24

Charlottetown

November 

First weekend of November

North Cape Coastal Drive

Westisle Christmas Market - November 7 & 8

Central Coastal Drive

Charlottetown & Area

Second weekend of November

Summerside & Area

Central Coastal Drive

Charlottetown

Points East Coastal Drive

Third weekend of November

North Cape Coastal Drive

Tignish Home for the Holidays Christmas Market - November 21 & 22

Summerside

Central Coastal 

Charlottetown & Area

Points East Coastal Drive

Montague Christmas Market, Rosedale - November 21

Last weekend of November

North Cape Coastal

Merry Makers Market, O'Leary - November 28

Green Gables Shore

Rustico Bay Club Crafters Market, North Rustico, November 28

Charlottetown & Area

December

First weekend of December

North Cape Coastal Drive

Christmas in the Valley, Tyne Valley - December 6

Central Coastal Drive

Charlottetown & Area

Points East Coastal Drive

Morell Regional High School Christmas Craft Fair - December 5

Two musicians sing next to evergreen tree in market booth

A Magical Christmas

November 20 to January 1

It's the most wonderful time of year in downtown Charlottetown with markets, musical performances, a parade, carriage rides and city sidewalks decked in holiday style and more.

Visit Charlottetown Christmas Festival
Front entrance at Holiday Maker Market

Holiday Maker Market

November 28 & 29, Eastlink Centre, Charlottetown

Plan to attend Atlantic Canada's largest spring market with 180+ Atlantic Canadian makers.

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Mike and Virginia Pytlik of Souris dressed as Mr. and Mrs Claus

The Real Santa & Mrs. Claus

Plan a visit up east on December 7th for the Souris Parade and craft fair in nearby Fortune. Snap a selfie with the Christmas Memorial Trap Tree.

Insider tip: Locals report that the real Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus (pictured) have lived in Souris since 2019.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission price to attend a Christmas market in PEI?

The admission price varies by location. Many fairs request a donation for a charitable cause, while others have a nominal fee; some are free.

Where are the best holiday markets in PEI?

Popular holiday markets include the Victorian Christmas Market, Mistletoe Market, PEI Craft Council Market, ETSY Market and the Colonel Gray Craft Fair in Charlottetown. In Summerside, the Three Oaks School craft fair is very popular. Smaller craft fairs in rural communities across the Island may be preferable for those who want to avoid crowds.

Are PEI Christmas markets family-friendly?

Parking availability and ease of stroller use will vary by location. Downtown Charlottetown offers metered and lot parking, while rural markets often have free on-site parking. Typically, there is no admission charge for children.