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Festivals & Events Prince Edward Island

Discover Our Festivals & Events

Our festivals and events showcase the remarkable artistic, culinary, cultural and musical talents of our small Island community. Use the filters below to browse events by date or a region of interest to see what's going on.

Have an event to tell us about? Submit your event information online.

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Rustico | Green Gables Shore

Rustico Bay Ceilidh & Dance - August 1

A fun, traditional PEI ceilidh featuring live fiddle music, step dancing, and group dances in a friendly, welcoming community setting.
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

The Curated Coast Popup Market - August 1

A weekly pop-up market in Charlottetown showcasing locally made goods. A weekly selection of 10 local vendors, held every Saturday.
St. Margarets | Points East Coastal Drive

St. Margarets Kitchen Party Square Dances - August 2

Traditional PEI fiddling, square dancing and songs with the Chaisson Trio every Sunday night until August 30.
Mount Stewart | Points East Coastal Drive

Ceilidh at Dunstaffnage - August 2

A great evening of music hosted by Road Masters Band and guest entertainers. There is a 50/50 draw. Admission at the door.
Charlottetown | Charlottetown Area

The Summer Side Of LIGHTFOOT- Aug 2

Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music of Canadian troubadour Gordon Lightfoot.

DiverseCity Multicultural Festival - August 2

This festival celebrates PEI's diversity by showcasing food, live music and dance, skills and talents demonstrations as well as arts and cra
Little Sands | Points East Coastal Drive

Blissful Island Yoga and Wine Tour - August 2

Join Sunday morning yoga from July to early September in the vineyard, followed by a behind-the-scenes wine tour and tasting. Book online.
Bonshaw | Red Sands Shore

Bonshaw Trail Races

Experience the captivating beauty of Bonshaw Hills and Strathgartney Provincial Parks as you tackle rolling hills, dense forests, and pictur
Mont-Carmel | North Cape Coastal Drive

Mont-Carmel Summer Concert Series - August 2

Discover excellence in Acadian, traditional, folk and contemporary music by some of the finest artists from Atlantic Canada!

Popular Events

Everyone loves a ceilidh!

Catch a ceilidh or kitchen party any day of the week this summer in communities across the Island. Pull up a chair, clap your hands and tap your toes. Get ready for traditional music, dancing and perhaps even a few stories.

Live Music

From cozy pubs to lively nightclubs, Prince Edward Island is alive with the sound of live music. Whether you’re looking for an intimate acoustic set or a high-energy dance party, you’ll find regular live performances happening across the Island all year round. 

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