Charlottetown 
Charlottetown is home to many locally run shops that offer amazing gift ideas. Here are just 15 markets and unique shops in Charlottetown that you can visit to do your holiday shopping this year.
Charlottetown Christmas Festival
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Annual PEICC Christmas Craft Fair
Come out and support professional crafters by shopping for your Christmas gifts locally this year. The PEICC Christmas Craft Fair is the only juried craft show on the Island with over 40 vendors. The vendors will be showcasing products like jewelry, holiday baked goods, art, wooden spoons, ceramics, baskets, gourmet condiments, and many more unique gift ideas.
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November 20 – 22, 2026
Port Charlottetown, 1 Weymouth Street, Charlottetown
Gluten-Free Holiday Market
Get into the festive spirit at PEI’s Gluten Free Holiday Market on Saturday, November 14th, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM at the Simmons Sports Centre Multipurpose Room.
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November 14, 2026, 1 pm – 4 pm
170 North River Rd, Charlottetown
Victorian Christmas Market
Come celebrate the holiday season in an enchanting storybook setting reminiscent of European Christmas Markets at the 11th annual Victorian Christmas Market. This open-air market is part of the Charlottetown Christmas Festival and the largest in Atlantic Canada that brings artisans, food vendors, and crafters from across PEI together in downtown Charlottetown. Details
November 27 – 29, 2026
Confederation Court Mall, 134 Kent St, Charlottetown
Colonel Gray Band Christmas Craft Fair
Shop from over 100 vendors and 125 tables of homemade crafts, wreath sale, canteen, live music, and the famous homemade fudge.
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November 27 – 28, 2026
Colonel Gray Senior High, 175 Spring Park Road, Charlottetown
$4
The Mistletoe Market
This is a boutique open-air market that will feature whimsical huts transformed into delightful little stores where a selection of local artisans showcase their crafted goods to shop through in the spirit of the season.
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Weekends, November 20 – December 20, 2026
Confederation Centre Plaza, Charlottetown
Holiday Market
Come and stock up on holiday gifts and decor for everyone on your list. A great selection of jams & jellies, greenery, decor, baked goods, and new-to-you gifts, including jewellery and scarves.
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Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 9 am
Spring Park United Church, 65 Kirkwood Drive, Charlottetown
Holiday Sale & Social
The 2nd Annual Holiday Sale & Social brings together 20 talented potters offering unique, one-of-a-kind creations ready for holiday gifting.
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Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 10 am
Alley Street Clay Club, 17 Alley Street, Charlottetown
Indigenous Artisans Christmas Market
This market will bring together over 30 Mi’kmaq and Indigenous Artisans from Epekwitk. to share their deep-rooted history, beautiful art, and unique culture.
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2026 dates TBA
November 22, 2025, from 10 am – 5 pm
Charlottetown Seaport, 3 Stan Macpherson Way, Charlottetown
Atlantic Maker Market
A weekend filled with creativity, innovation, and handmade goods. Discover unique crafts, artisanal products, and one-of-a-kind creations from talented makers across the Atlantic region. Whether you’re looking for gifts, home decor, or simply want to support local artists, this event is the perfect place to find something special. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with the maker community and shop for handmade treasures!
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November 28 – 29, 2026
Eastlink Center, 46 Kensington Rd, Charlottetown
Victorian Christmas Market on Queen Street
Come celebrate the holiday season in an enchanting storybook setting reminiscent of European Christmas Markets at the 11th annual Victorian Christmas Market!! Details
November 27 – 29, 2026
Queen Street, Charlottetown
Deck the Hall Holiday Market
Step into a holiday wonderland in the heart of downtown Charlottetown! From the moment you walk through the doors, you’ll be surrounded by over 40 twinkling Christmas trees, charming nutcrackers, and sparkling lights. The market is open seven days a week for festive shopping, delicious dining, and soaking in the Christmas cheer.
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Friday – Sunday, December 4 – 20, 2026
Founders’ Food Hall & Market, 6 Prince Street, Charlottetown
Charlottetown Farmers’ Market
From local produce to make your holiday meals and treats to arts and crafts, you can check off everything on your Christmas list at the Charlottetown Farmers’ Market. The market has over 60 vendors that provide you with a wide variety of products, including food vendors, local farmers, and local artisans.
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Saturdays from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Charlottetown Farmers Market, 100 Belvedere Ave. Charlottetown
PEICC Retail Gallery
Supporting creative entrepreneurs since 1965, the PEI Craft Council retail gallery highlights the amazing work of local artisans. The gallery is carefully curated, so only the best items are offered.
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98 Water Street, Charlottetown
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Chotto Shoppe
Chotto is the Japanese word for “a little bit”, and that’s what you find at this shop, a little bit of everything. Offering a wide range of goods, Chotto Shoppe makes shopping local a breeze.
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18 Queen Street, Charlottetown
Green Eyes Designs
The Green Eyes Designs boutique features a unique collection of clothing, jewellery, and home decor made exclusively by PEI artisans. The curated collection offers a fresh perspective on sustainable fashion and home decor.
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160 Richmond Street, Charlottetown
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Kuriosities: Whimsical Trinkets & Oddities
If you are looking for something a little more whimsical, step into this lovely boutique on Victoria Row. The jewellery is carefully curated from Canadian makers.
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142 Richmond Street, Charlottetown
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Moonsnail
Since 1995, Moonsnail has been hand-crafting a full line of soap and natural body care. They make a Red Clay & Kelp Soap and a special limited edition holiday line. They also stock a huge selection of local artisan crafts.
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85 Water Street, Charlottetown
Founders’ Food Hall & Market
Located on the waterfront, Founders’ Food Hall & Market brings together 15 local vendors. Pick up freshly made creative donuts, Marizipan, and shop local gift ideas.
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6 Prince Street, Charlottetown
Red Island Cider
Made from the apple juice from the best orchards in PEI and Nova Scotia, Red Island Cider makes traditional clean dry ciders. They also make blackcurrant cider, haskap cider rose, and more. Each season brings new flavours to the cidery.
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101 Longworth Ave, Charlottetown
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