May Long Weekend Events & Activities in Charlottetown
Friday, May 19 – Monday, May 22, 2023
A list of family activities and events taking place during the May long weekend in Charlottetown: Friday, May 19 – Monday, May 22, 2023.
PD Day Kids Camp
Sign you kids up for East Coast Art Party P.D. Day Kids Camp and they will have so much fun, they will be begging you to come back every P.D. Day! We are planning some awesome Art activities led by our talented Artists, and we will have games and other fun activities too! Details
Friday, May 19, 2023 | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Art Party Studio, 135 Great George, Charlottetown
$25.00 – $50.00
PD Day Performing Arts Camps
Looking to nurture your child’s interest in performing arts? Sign them up for our PD Day Performing Art Camps in Studio 2. Through a combination of activities, games, and classes with our trained educators, your child will experience a taste of life as a triple threat. This fun-filled day is packed with drama, dancing, music, prop making, and more! Whether your child prefers to be center stage or backstage, we have activities for all interests. Details
Friday, May 19, 2023 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Studio 2 – Confederation Centre of the Arts, 145 Richmond Street, Charlottetown
$60 – $75
Go Fishing
Enjoy fishing with family this long weekend. The May long weekend is Free Family Fishing weekend in PEI. Although angling licenses are not required, anglers must abide by all regulations and rules.
Visit Tulip Fields
Take a 30-minute drive to Belfast to pick your own tulips. Belfast Tulips fields will reopen to the public on May 19th and will remain open at least until June 1st weekend depending on the weather conditions. Details
Charlottetown Farmer’s Market
Shop local produce and wares from the Farmer’s Market. Stop by for a full breakfast or lunch, or shop a vast selection of items directly from the producer themselves. Details
Saturdays | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
100 Belvedere Avenue, Charlottetown
PEI Brewing Company
PEI Brewing Company is a local brewer and distributor of high-quality craft beer. You can enjoy some in the tasting room or go on the brewery tour to see how their craft beers are made. Details
96 Kensington Road, Charlottetown
Bell Aliant Centre
Take a dip in the pool, or zip down the water slide with the family this May long weekend at the Bell Aliant Centre. There are public swims from all weekend, so head on over for a relaxing day in the pool. Details
560 University Avenue, Charlottetown
Adult Day Pass: $9.50, Student (7-19 yrs)/ Senior Day Pass (55-79): $7.75, Child Day Pass (2-6 yrs): $5.75 Infants (0-24 months): Free
Rise and Climb Adventure Course
Zip around the treetops, take leaps of faith, and test your climbing skills at the popular Rise and Climb Adventure Course. There are three levels that are challenging for all skills levels, which will take you up to 50-feet in the air with over 46 elements that you can master. Details
Opening May 20, 2023
85 Hilltop Drive, Cornwall
Full Bracelet Standard $38.25 – $44.99
Explore the Confederation Trail
Easily accessible around Charlottetown, the Confederation Trail offers walkers and bicyclers an interesting adventure without leaving the city. Along the trail are geocaching spots for you to find. Details
Visit a Garden
Backed by the ocean, beaches, and flatlands, Prince Edward Island’s gardens create fantastic playgrounds for photographers and local gardeners. May long weekend is the perfect time to do some planting. Visit a PEI garden and draw inspiration for your own garden.
Dan Hendricken & Friends Comedy Show
Join Dan Hendricken for a night of laughs at the Trailside along with a few special guest comedians. Details
Friday, May 19, 2023 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Trailside Music Hall, 155 Kent St., Charlottetown
$18.92
Mad Hatter High Tea
Join Darren and the culinary team for a magical afternoon of delicate bites in 3 courses paired with a selection of fine tea’s and of course wine! This is a premium wine event with wines from Grand Cru Climats of Burgundy, world renown Chateaus of Bordeaux, along with the famed sweet wines of sauternes. Lady Baker teas provided by Lucky Bean Café in Stratford. Prepare your best costume as this is themed for the book ‘Alice in Wonderland’. Details
Sunday, May 21, 2023 | 12:50 PM – 4:25 PM
Founders’ Food Hall & Market, 6 Prince Street, Charlottetown
$60.00/person
The Night Market
This event includes: live music by Brandon Howard Roy and Joce Reyome, Pop-Up Vendors, Beach Goats on site (outside), and more. Details
Friday, May 19, 2023 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Founders’ Food Hall & Market, 6 Prince Street, Charlottetown
Free
Pierce Clarke
From North Shore campfires to stages across North America, Pierce loves telling universal stories through music. Details
Sunday, May 21, 2023 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Trailside Music Hall, 155 Kent St., Charlottetown
$25.99
Visit an Antique Store
If you are looking to do some treasure hunting, PEI is home to many wonderful small antique shops packed with gems from another era. So why not check out some of these antique stores around PEI to add a unique flair to your home?
PEI Escape Rooms
Can you solve the puzzles and escape the room in time? PEI Escape Rooms have 3 themed rooms with a maximum of four to 10 players. Details
81 Prince Street, Charlottetown
Friday | 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Saturday | 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Sunday | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Call 902-367-5341
Victoria Park
Spend some time in the sun at Charlottetown’s largest park. Play a game of tennis, take a walk in the grassy fields or take your kids to the playground. The park is open year round is very popular during the warmer weather. Details
Victoria Park Driveway, Queens Square, Charlottetown
Free
Enjoy a Ride
A bike ride is a fun way to explore the city and get active. If you don’t have a bike, Fun Wheel offers mountain bike rentals, along with 2 or 4 person surrey bike rentals. Tour downtown at your own pace with their rental services. Details
Enjoy Hiking or Discover Nature Attractions
Seeking some fresh air adventure this weekend — the good news is there are lots of natural areas for you to explore.
Discovery Hunt
Discovery Hunt – Charlottetown is a self-guided tour that is available on your smartphone. Go at your own pace and enjoy the city sights. Details
Create Something Amazing
Grab a Pottery-to-go kit from Happy Pottery and get creative. Details
Happy Pottery, Charlottetown
An Outdoor Adventure
Spend some time outdoors at your own pace. An outdoor adventure can be as elaborate or as laid back as you want. Charlottetown is home to many wonderful parks, trails, and green spaces to explore and is close to sandy beaches and campgrounds if you need some time out of the city. Details
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Check out Hive and Hollow
Hive and Hollow is a licensed cafe and lounge where you can play a selection of board games or paint your own pottery or enjoy one of their truly amazing shakes. They also serve a full snack and sandwich menu and other specialty drinks and desserts. Details
119 Grafton St. 2nd Level, Charlottetown
Cool Off With COWS Ice Cream
COWS Creamery is an iconic shop on PEI and their cow t-shirts have traveled the world. Their ice-cream is amazing and is a great sweet treat any time of the year. You can also tour the cheese factory by taking the self-guided tour.
12 Milky Way, Charlottetown
PEI Regiment Museum
Referred to as Charlottetown’s ‘cultural hidden gem’, PEI Regiment Museum is home to over 2000 artifacts dating back to 1807. Spend some time here exploring PEI’s military history. Details
Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Thursday | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM or by appointment.
3 Haviland Street, Charlottetown
Admission Free; Donations appreciated
Explore the Beach Grove Trail
1 Beach Grove Loop, Charlottetown
Visit Provincial Parks
Provincial Parks are great places to spend your day with nature. Here, you can enjoy hiking, biking, canoeing, fishing, birding, wildlife viewing, and more enjoyable activities. Details
Regular provincial park fees
Enjoy a Spa Getaway
Treat yourself to some “Me Time” and unwind at a relaxing spa on PEI. PEI is home to some luxury spas that offer revitalizing spa treatments and special packages that you will love.