There is something special about Prince Edward Island that attracts thousands of visitors every year.
PEI has endless opportunities, great food, amazing scenery, and unique culture. Summer is when PEI is bursting with fun things to do across the island. There are still a lot of things to do and see this August, so here are just 50 things to do in August to get you started.
1. La Veillée au Village
Join us for an unforgettable dinner show experience at “La Villée au Village 2023,” featuring exceptional music and comedy performances by some of the province’s finest musicians-comedians, all while indulging in a delectable meal.
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July 7 – August 25, 2023
2. Looms & Lobster
Offered every Friday is a culinary and knitting journey. Learn to knit a perfect hat or scarf, take home your own wooden knitting loom, and finally end your trip with a lobster roll or lobster salad.
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Fridays, August 2 – 25 & September 1 – 8, 2023
3. Acadian Day
Join us in Charlottetown on August 15, 2023, to celebrate Acadian Day with food stands, live entertainment, and a variety of festivities!
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August 15, 2023
4. The River Clyde Pageant – Gathering Tides
Get ready for a spectacular outdoor performance featuring giant puppets, stilt-walkers, musicians and performers. The stage overlooks the beautiful Gardens of Hope.
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July 27-30 & August 3-6, 2023
5. PEI’s Family Fun Fair
Celebrate Prince Edward Island’s rich agricultural industry and its unique way of life during Old Home Week at PEI’s Family Fun Fair. The week is full of daily entertainment, horse show, home-cooked food, and much more. There is so much to see and do, so make sure to bring the whole family.
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August 11 – 19, 2023
6. Cloggeroo – The Island Folk Festival
Come and enjoy music on Georgetown’s waterfront. The Cloggeroo has something for everyone. Along with the amazing views, beaches, there are talent music artists playing everything from Maritime music to rock.
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August 11 – 13, 2023
7. Annual Abegweit Pow-Wow
Spend a day with the family learning traditional dancing and drumming at the Annual Abegweit Pow-Wow. There is going to be food and vendors on-site selling both traditional and modern items at the Panmure Island Cultural Park.
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August 19 – 20, 2023
8. Under the Spire Music Festival
The Indian River Festival is a three-month musical extravaganza that is in full swing during August. The festival is open to all ages, and you can purchase tickets for single shows or a package for the entire festival. Make sure to check out the full schedule to see who is performing on specific dates.
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Until September 10, 2023
9. Munschables
Enter an exciting and silly world created by children’s author Robert Munsch. The show will feature stories from beloved books.
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July 11 – August 26, 2023
10. Oyster Bed Speedway
Professional drivers take to the raceway to see who has the best driving skills at the Oyster Bed Speedway. Bring the whole family to the speedway and get ready for an amazing time watching best Outlaw, Mini-Stock, and Street Stock drivers show off their driving skills.
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11. Peakes Quay Waterfront Music Series
Each day afternnon and evening all summer long, there is a free outdoor concert happening on the lovely Charlottetown waterfront. A wide range of local entertainers will take the stage during the Waterfront Music Series.
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Until September 4, 2023
12. Charlottetown Downtown Farmer’s Market
If you are looking for fresh local produce, baked goods, handmade items, and anything else made by locals, you should visit the Downtown Farmer’s Market. The market is every Sunday from 10 am until 3 pm and vendors are welcoming to everyone.
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13. Stompin’ Tom Centre
The Stompin’ Tom Centre has great musicians take the stage to entertain you while you enjoy a scrumptious PEI inspired meal. This unique experience is ‘must’ for anyone who visits PEI in the summer.
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14. New Glasgow Lobster Suppers
For over 60 years, the New Glasgow Lobster Suppers has been serving fresh lobsters from the pound right outside. Bring the whole family, come hungry and leave full. Along with lobster, there will be mussels, salad, seafood chowder, and amazing desserts for you to enjoy.
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15. Brackley Drive-In Theatre
Enjoy two movies under the stars at the Brackley Drive-In Theatre. Bring the whole family to the movies at Canada’s most unique family Drive-In, which is themed with 1950’s era neon. You can sit in your car or bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit under the stars. The canteen does not only have movie snacks, it also serves mozza sticks, hot dogs, fries and more.
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Various dates in August 2023
16. 5/15 Fermentation Trail
Along the 5/15 Fermentation trail, you can visit 5 small scale craftspeople creating some of PEI’s finest beverages. Whether you like beer, wine, cider, mead or spirits, there is something for everyone. All the locations are within a 15 minute drive of each other.
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Until October 2023
17. St. Peters Bay Wild Blueberry Festival and Homecoming
Celebrate the blueberry harvest with a week packed with fantastic events and community spirit. The Blueberry Roll is the highlight of the festival. However, there are a lot more fun activities throughout the week that you can take part in, which include online trivia, comedy nights, and sport tournaments.
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July 28 – August 6, 2023
18. The Happy Prince
Journey to whole new world when The Guild’s Music Theatre School students take the stage. This year’s family production of The Happy Prince is a heartwarming Canadian musical based on Oscar Wilde’s beloved story.
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August 10 – 19, 2023
19. Kings Castle Family Day
Kings Castle Provincial Park is a day use park where you can find the statues of your favourite storybook characters. Enjoy face painting, barbecue lunch, and various activities on family day.
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August 2, 2023
20. Bobcaygeon – A Tribute to The Tragically Hip
Experience the exceptional tribute band Bobcaygeon as they deliver an electrifying performance that faithfully captures the essence of The Tragically Hip, featuring a talented lineup and a sound that closely mirrors the band’s iconic studio recordings.
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August 5, 2023
21. Anne & Gilbert The Musical
Celebrating 20th century female icons, this new live music and theatre festival is home to three incredible productions inspired by Anne of Green Gables and Patsy Cline.
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May 31 to October 5, 2023
22. Foraging Adventures at Roma
Embrace nature’s bounties by searching for mushrooms and berries, grinding dock seeds into flour for bread baked in the outdoor brick oven, frying up mushrooms for a delectable pâté, and exploring a variety of berries like choke cherries, elderberries, and bunch berries. Dress for the outdoors and enjoy the deliciousness!
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August 20, 2023
23. Tunes on Tap!
On Sunday afternoon, Copper Bottom Brewing comes alive with toe-tapping traditional island music. It is a gathering of world-class musicians, award-winning beer, and fantastic Island hospitality.
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Every Sunday, 3 PM – 5 PM
24. The Island Walk
If you are up for long adventure try The Island Walk. This is a 700 kilmotre trail that circumnavigates Prince Edward Island. The Walk incorporates several short sections and can be tackled in sections.
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25. Kensington Harvest Festival
Gather up the family for a five days of fun. Events include youth talent competition, kids events, flower show and much more.
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August 19 – 23, 2023
26. Ghost Tales at the Light
Experience the chilling “Ghost Tales at the Light” at Cape Bear Lighthouse & Marconi Station every Wednesday evening from July 5th to August 30th, starting at dusk. This one-hour circle event showcases both old and new ghostly tales, so bring bug spray, a flashlight, a comfortable chair, and an open mind. Limited to 20 persons, it’s recommended to book ahead, with a cost of $10 per adult and special rates for families and children.
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Wednesday, July 5 – August 30, 2023
27. Gold Cup & Saucer Harness Race
The Gold Cup & Saucer is the biggest live harness racing showcase in Atlantic Canada. This year The Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride will lead the Gold Cup Parade through the streets of Charlottetown.
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August 18, 2023
28. Art in the Open
From 4pm to midnight on August 26, Charlottetown downtown’s parks and public spaces will be filled with contemporary art. Along with viewing the artwork at Art in the Open, you can also create your own artwork and connect with local artists.
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August 26, 2023
29. High Tea
Indulge in a delightful Sunday afternoon tea experience at Kings Playhouse. From July 2nd to August 20th, enjoy a traditionally-inspired high tea with locally sourced baked goods and finger foods.
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Sundays, July 2 – August 20, 2023
30. The Island Fringe Festival
Join the Island Fringe Festival in downtown Charlottetown for a vibrant celebration of performing arts, featuring comedy, dance, drama, improv, and more from artists across PEI and Canada.
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August 2 – 6, 2023
31. The Charlottetown Festival
Since 1965, the largest musical theatre festival in Atlantic Canada has been dedicated to showcasing new Canadian works and celebrating the vibrant musical theatre scene in the country. The 2023 edition of the festival features a diverse lineup of shows, including the hilarious whodunit “The Play That Goes Wrong,” the new musical “Maggie,” the tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter called “The Songs of Johnny & June,” the radical revue “I’m Every Woman,” and the family-friendly production “Munschables.”
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on until September 23, 2023
32. Victorian Harvest Feast
Make a traditional harvest feast! You will use traditional methods to harvest vegetables, make a boiled dinner and bake bannock to eat onsite.
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August 15 – October 31, 2023
33. Lecture and Lunch Series
Enjoy brunch and a presentation on Sundays at 12:30 p.m. The lextures will be given by Islanders who will discuss unique topics ranging from the histroy, different regions, and people who inhabited the Island.
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Sundays, until August 27, 2023
34. Toby’s Sunflower Festival
Enjoy the beauty of sunflowers! Explore sunflowers fields, take pictures amd go on wagon rides at Fortune Bridge Farms.
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2023 dates TBA; August 5 – 14, 2022
35. The Ellis Family Band & Fiddlers’ Sons
Don’t miss The Ellis Family Band, and award-winning folk group Fiddlers’ Sons, as they take the stage together on Wednesday, August 16 at 8:00 pm. The Ellis Family Band brings their unique blend of traditional Island fiddle music and popular tunes, while Fiddlers’ Sons delivers toe-tapping tunes, heartfelt ballads, and entertaining stories, making it an evening of exceptional PEI music.
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August 16, 2023
36. Bogside Farmers’ Market
Stock up on all the alcoholic essentials that you need before the weekend at Bogside Farmers’ Market. Meet local small businesses, farmers and artisans and checkout what they selling.
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Thursday night from 5-7 pm
37. Mussel & Lobster Shore Boil
Meet a local fisherman and enjoy a traditional lobster and mussel dinner on his private property. Lean about PEI’s mussel industry and about Jim’s lifea as a fisherman.
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June – October 2023
38. Atlantic Canada’s Best Kitchen Party
Join us at the Trailside Music Hall this August for Atlantic Canada’s best Kitchen Party! Musicians Robbie Doherty and Pierce Clarke, along with special guests, will have you clapping, tapping, and singing to your favorite east coast hits. Get a taste of growing up in Prince Edward Island through hilarious stories and enjoy a night of laughter, music, and good food.
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August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2023
39. Tyne Valley Oyster Festival
Tyne Valley Oyster Festival is a festival held in the beautiful Tyne Valley. The festival includes the popular Canadian Oyster Shucking Championship and the Rock the Boat Music Festival. Partivipate in the community parade, taste PEI oysters, cheer the Canadian Oyster Shucking Champion, and be entertained by top Canadian bands.
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August 5 – 6, 2023
40. The Bog Run
Explore a unique peat bog at the Jean Pierre Roma National Historic Site. The Bog Run is a trail that leads to a lookout on the edge of a significant peat bog.
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41. Go Camping
Pack your camping gear and get ready a fun outdoor adventure. Wake up to the sound of the ocean and have a peaceful sleep under the stars. Throughout August, PEI provincial parks host special events at their campgrounds.
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42. Route 11 Festival
Taking place on Prince Edward Island’s beautiful Route 11, the Route 11 Festival is a music, visual arts and culinary event. Take in the best of Island music, visual art, dance, culinary culture.
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August 3 – 6, 2023
43. Hauntings and History Georgetown
Discover the eerie history of the Kings Playhouse in Georgetown, PEI, as it is renowned for its ghostly residents and paranormal activity. Established in 1887, this historic theater offers a special tour of the town, showcasing captivating tales of the supernatural.
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July 12 – August 30, 2023
44. Brudenell Miniatures
Meet some adorable animals just minutes east of Montague. Brundenell Miniatures is home to mini goats, mini horses, mini Zebu cows, alpacas, and other friendly animals.
45. Clam Digging Tours
Embark on a 4-hour adventure aboard the “Tranquility” lobster boat to explore Boughton Island, dig for giant clams, and enjoy a beachside clam feast. Captain Perry will share stories about the island while showcasing PEI’s industries and visiting the Panmure Island Lighthouse and a seal colony. Gear, drinks, and snacks are provided.
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Various dates in July & August 2023
46. Cavendish Beach Adventure Zone
Spend the day enjoying the fun at Cavendish Beach Adventure Zone. This is a is a family fun center with three attractions, including laser tag, mini golf and haunted house in Cavendish.
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47. Eat a Lobster Supper on a Boat
Fresh seafood is the best seafood and best enjoyed with the scent of salt water. Sail in the picturesque Souris Harbour on Chaisson a Dream to Captain JJ Chaisson favorite fishing spots. While enjoying your lobster supper, the Captain will entertain you with traditional fiddle music and dancing.
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Until September 29, 2023
48. Drive U Krazy Mini Golf
Just a short drive from Charlottetown and Cavendish is one of PEI’s longest-running mini-golf attractions. Play a round of old-fashion 18-hole mini-golf that will challenge your put-put skills. Be warned, this course will drive you crazy.
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Until September 9, 2023
49. Visit a Lighthouse
PEI is home to over 60 lighthouses, with 35 still in use. Driving along the coastline, you can spot the iconic red and white structures. Stop by to take some photos and even learn the history of the lighthouse.
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50. Rise and Climb
Be prepared to climb your way to the top of one of the over 50 challenging high rope courses or zip around on 1,000 feet of zip lines when you visit Rise and Climb Adventure Course. If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, there is a laser tag arena with high tech gear that will make every shot count.
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