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2012 OFFICIAL ACTIVITY GUIDE
Charlottetown
PRINCE EDWARD ISL AND
warm greetings from the
mayor of charlottetown
On behalf of all citizens of the Capital City of Prince Edward Island and my
colleagues on city council I am pleased to welcome visitors from all over the
world to Charlottetown, “the Birthplace of Confederation”.
Charlottetown is honored to have been selected as one of the 2011 Cultural
Capitals of Canada, renowned for its unique heritage, its passion for arts and
culture and its diverse community. This historic city enjoys a rich heritage
district with magnificent victorian era homes thanks to the citizens and our
pioneers who worked many years to ensure their preservation.
Charlottetown won the International Category of the National Communities
in Bloom category in 2011, a program committed to fostering civic pride,
environmental responsibility and beautification through community involvement. The citizens of Charlottetown are proud of their community and join
me in welcoming you to their beautiful city.
Welcome to Charlottetown!
Yours Sincerely,
Clifford J. Lee
MAYOR
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helpful information
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Capital of Prince Edward Island:
Charlottetown.
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Claims to Fame:
Charlottetown is the Birthplace of Canada and the Home of
Anne of Green Gables – The Musical™, the longest running
musical in Canada.
Population:
Close to 35,000.
Heritage River:
The Hillsborough River surrounds the city and has been
designated a Canadian Heritage River.
Legal Drinking Age: 19.
Charlottetown Neighborhoods:
Charlottetown, Brighton, Spring Park, Parkdale, Sherwood, East
Royalty, West Royalty, and Winsloe.
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table of contents
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welcome to charlottetown ..................................... 4
getting here & around ............................................ 5
your home away from home .................................. 6
explore our past .....................................................10
our historic waterfront ........................................ 12
culinary expertise....................................................14
food from the source: markets............................ 17
the great outdoors ................................................ 18
festivals and events ............................................. 20
things to see & do ................................................ 22
culture, arts and entertainment ......................... 26
a cultural legacy ................................................... 29
unforgettable experiences ....................................30
shop for the perfect souvenir.............................. 32
helpful information ..................................................
Emergency Information:
Emergencies only: call 911
Non-emergency police services: 902.629.4172
Non-emergency hospital: 902.894.2111
Clinic:
The Downtown Walk-in Clinic: 902.367.4444, 220 Water St.
Charlottetown Walk-in Clinic: 902.892.2111, 20-24 St. Peter's Rd
Sherwood Medical Centre: 902.628.8900, 15 Brackley Point Rd
Charlottetown Public Transit: 902.367.3694
T3 Transit is our user-friendly public transit system providing
inner-city transit in Charlottetown, with connecting service to
Cornwall and Stratford on weekdays. There is also weekday
service twice a day to and from Summerside and Charlottetown. Look for the green and yellow T3 signs for the most up to
date schedules or pick one up at Murphy’s Pharmacies, Shoppers Drug Marts, City Hall in Charlottetown, Confederation
Centre Library and Jane’s Place in the Charlottetown Mall.
Confederation Centre Public Library: 902.368.4642
Monday - 10am to 5pm
Tuesday - Thursday - 10am to 9pm
Friday & Saturday - 10am to 5pm
Sunday - 1pm to 5pm
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tourismcharlottetown.ca .
2012 Official Charlottetown Activity Guide
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welcome to
charlottetown
the city’s location in the heart
of Prince Edward Island
makes it an ideal base from
which to explore.
Although Charlottetown is a small city with a population of just under 35,000 people, its status as a capital
city gives it a sophistication that will surprise you.
Laid out over 240 years ago, the downtown is a significant example of early urban planning. It was that plan,
with some minor changes, that gave us our historic 500
town lots, our central square for government, our court,
a public market and a square in each of the quadrants.
It is that plan, too, that established lots along our
waterfront and, to the north, the Common and the
Royalties. It is a town plan that shares qualities with
Savannah and Niagara on the Lake. This original layout
gives us the bones that make us special.
open year round
In each season our culinary delights, coastal beauty and
inspiring history will welcome you.
Come spring, summer, winter, or fall, Charlottetown is
bustling with activities. Surrounded by history and culture,
foods from around the world, and festivals and events to
entertain, there is always a reason to put Charlottetown on
your destination must-do’s.
With four distinct seasons, each one brings its own beauty.
The freshness of spring will put a smile on your face,
setting your mood for summer. A pride in property can be
seen as you stroll the streets of Charlottetown, admiring
heritage homes, well manicured lawns and gardens. With
fall comes the bountiful harvest and beautiful fall colours.
In the winter you’ll feel the magic with the glow of over
175,000 holiday lights and the Christmas tree lined streets.
Whenever you choose to visit
Charlottetown, there is no
shortage of arts & entertainment.
Be swept away by live theatre,
poetry readings, festivals, events,
art exhibits or a traditional
ceilidh.
Summer
20°C (70°F) to mid 30°C (90°F)
Spring /Autumn
8°C to 22°C (46°F to 72°F)
Winter
3°C to - 22°C (25°F to 11°F)
Since we have had such a long time to shape ourselves,
you will see many unexpected urban vistas and architectural treasures as you walk along. Wonderfully mixed
styles of architecture dot the streets and, over time,
many neighbourhoods with distinct character have
developed. A very safe and pedestrian friendly city, you
can spend hours meandering through the pleasant
streets, inspired by the character of our built heritage.
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getting here
and
around
from your home to ours getting to charlottetown is
part of the experience.
Take the Confederation Bridge from New Brunswick, one
of the world’s longest bridges, or enjoy a leisurely mini
cruise with Northumberland Ferries from Nova Scotia.
Consider arriving by sea on one of the many cruise lines
or enjoy one of our direct flights to the Charlottetown
Airport from a growing number of locations.
Charlottetown Airport Authority
902.566.7997
www.flypei.com
Visit the official website of the
Charlottetown Airport for information on arrivals, departures and
flight schedules.
Confederation Bridge
ferry tales & deep history
On the surface, the PEI Ferry is a means to travel
between Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia. In
reality, it’s much more than that. It’s part of the island
experience …part of our history. The ferry service
between Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island and
Caribou, Nova Scotia dates back over 70 years, to 1941.
From providing transportation to soldiers coming home
from the Second World War, to modern day wedding
proposals, the ferry has served as the base for some of
our most treasured memories.
The original ferry, named the M.V. Prince Nova set sail
for the first time on June 28, 1941 from Caribou, Nova
Scotia, under the command of Captain John Dicks. At
that time, the ferry could hold only up to 14 automobiles and the rate was a mere $3.00 for a return trip.
Evolving into a grander affair today, the M.V. Confederation and the M.V. Holiday Island sail across the
Northumberland Straight from May to December. The
75 minute journey offers a moment to soak in the
warm sun, the fresh salt breeze and the opportunity to
experience one of our favorite Island traditions.
888.437.6565
www.confederationbridge.com
A 12.9 km (9 mile) bridge, connecting from Cape Jourimain, New
Brunswick, to the town of
Borden-Carleton, Prince Edward
Island. Open 24 hours, year round.
Visitors pay return bridge toll on
the Prince Edward Island side prior
to departure.
CTMA Traversier (Ferry)
888.986.3278
www.ctma.ca
Ferry service between Souris, Prince
Edward Island and les Îles de la
Madeleine.
Northumberland Ferries
888.249.SAIL (7245)
www.peiferry.com
Captain David White and his
crew welcome you aboard to
experience the sea. Regular
sailings from: Caribou, Nova
Scotia and Wood Islands, Prince
Edward Island. Make your
reservation online.
Superior Coach Lines
PO Box 1827
Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N5
902.892.1333; 800.810.0155
Motor Coach, Limo and 15
passenger vans providing
transportation for groups,
conventions, sports groups,
shopping and tours both locally
and across Canada and the US.
T3 Transit
902.566.9962
www.triustransit.ca
Featuring 8 scheduled city
trolley routes. 7 days a week.
Discount Car & Truck Rental
Hop on and try out
121 Euston St & 185 Brackley Pt Rd Charlottetown’s Transit system.
800.264.8909
Trius Tours Ltd.
www.carrentalpei.com
902.566.5664
PEI’s Favourite Car Rental
www.triustransit.ca
Company: Open 7 days a week in
Travel with class and comfort
Charlottetown during the summer
with the Island's most diverse
season. Free customer pick up in
transportation company.
the Charlottetown area. Book
Passenger vans, luxury vehicles,
online or visit us at one of our 3
mini-coaches and motorIsland locations: Charlottetown,
coaches.
Summerside, Montague.
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your
hom e awa y
from home
Fairholm Inn
create your memories and reserve
your room in charlottetown.
Staying in Charlottetown allows you to immerse yourself completely in our
unique capital city. Centrally located, Charlottetown is the ideal place to stay
for touring the Island. Be in the hub of the city for all the action, and be just
a short drive to the best beaches, golf, Anne of Green Gables attractions and more.
The Holman Grand
With an assortment of hotels, inns and B&B’s for every budget, you won’t be disappointed. Many accommodations are located in
the heart of the city, within walking distance to all major attractions. Others are a mere five minute drive and are easily accessible
by walking, biking or our charming public transportation system.
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accommodations
Aloha Tourist Home
234 Sydney Street
Charlottetown, PE C1A 1H1
902.892.5642
www.alohaamigo.com
Open Year Round, located in Downtown Historic
Charlottetown. Affordable, private rooms with
shared or private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, complimentary coffee/tea, kitchen use available. Walking
distance to theatres, restaurants, waterfront.
Colonial Charm Inn
9 Euston Street
Charlottetown, PE C1A 1V5
902.892.8934
www.colonialcharminn.com
4 Star B&B in Downtown Charlottetown.
Within walking distance to all downtown
attractions. All rooms’ queen beds, private
ensuite, phone line, TV/DVD, air-conditioning,
wi-fi, Business centre and fitness room. Full
breakfast included.
Comfort Inn
238 Grafton Street
Charlottetown, PE C1A 1L5
902.892.2461
www.bestwesternatlantic.com
Beautifully renovated in 2010. Downtown
location. This 144-guestroom hotel is within
walking distance to entertainment, shopping,
restaurants and the boardwalk. Enjoy Free Hot
Breakfast, Parking & In Room High-speed Internet.
112 Capital Drive
Charlottetown, PE C1E 1E7
902.566.4424
www.choicehotels.ca/cn320
4 km to Historic Downtown Charlottetown,
guestrooms featuring well-lit work area,
complimentary high-speed internet, free local
calls and complimentary deluxe continental
breakfast. Golf/Theatre packages are available.
Friendly staff, Pets welcome.
Canada’s Best Value Inn and Suites
Delta Prince Edward
Best Western Charlottetown
20 Capital Drive
902.892.2481
www.canadasbestvalueinnpei.com
Canada’s Best Value is ideally located in the heart
of Charlottetown’s shopping district. Newly
renovated, offering accommodations to meet the
needs and budgets of all guests. Free Continental
Breakfast.
18 Queen Street
Charlottetown PE, C1A 8B9
902.566.2222
www.deltaprinceedward.com
Charlottetown’s only Waterfront hotel, 4 1/2
star full service hotel in the heart of Historic
Charlottetown. Steps away from shops,
restaurants and the nightlife!
Dundee Arms Inn
200 Pownal Street
Charlottetown PE, C1A 3W8
902.892.2496
www.eden.travel/dundee
Be enamored by the charm of this Queen
Anne Revival Mansion and modern annex.
The property features our highly recommended dining room, lounge and beautiful
outdoor patio.
Elmwood Heritage Inn
121 North River Road
Charlottetown, PE C1A 3K7
902.368.3310
www.elmwoodheritageinn.com
Globe and Mail, Toronto, “… In an exclusive
residential area within walking distance of
downtown, this is exceptional accommodation…” PEI’s first 5 Star Inn, historic charm
with personal service CAA/AAA 3 Diamond.
Fairholm Inn
230 Prince St
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4S1
902.892.5022
www.fairholminn.com
Five Star Inn and National Historic Site
located in downtown Charlottetown, we are
ready to welcome you with warm hospitality
and outstanding service. Open year-round.
Come experience a living part of Island
history!
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Fitzroy Hall
45 Fitzroy Street
Charlottetown, PE C1A 1R4
902.368.2077
www.fitzroyhall.com
Fitzroy Hall - an elegant family historic home that
provides luxurious comfort, rich decor and
Victorian Charm. Great rooms on main floor with
marble fireplaces, well appointed large guest
rooms with private balcony, fireplaces, private bath
with Jacuzzi and a full hot breakfast.
Glendenning Hall
331 Grafton Street
902.367.7702
www.stayathollandcollege.com
Your affordable and comfortable solution to stay
downtown Charlottetown for vacations, golf,
retreats, weekend getaways, conferences or
sporting events. Our affordable rates enable you to
spend on that extra round of golf, culinary
experience, or shopping.
Heritage Harbour House Inn
9 Grafton Street
902.892.6633; 800.405.0066
www.hhhouse.net
Located in the heart of Charlottetown, in a quiet
residential area, our modern inn is within easy
walking distance to all downtown attractions,
shops, restaurants, the waterfront, and Victoria Park.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlottetown
200 Capital Drive
902.892.1201
www.hiexpress.com/princeedward
An award-winning hotel featuring among the best
rooms in the city. Complimentary hot buffet
breakfast, Free local calls, Free high speed internet
as well as the use of our indoor pool & fitness
centre. We are very pleased to be a 100% Smoke
Free property.
Rodd Charlottetown
The Great George
Rodd Royalty
The Holman Grand
75 Kent Street
902.894.7371
www.roddvacations.com
Rodd Charlottetown is a historic downtown hotel
within walking distance to shopping, theatre &
nightlife. Guestrooms are tastefully decorated
with fine impeccable replicas of period furnishings
highlighted by modern amenities.
14 Capital Drive
Charlottetown, PE C1A 8C2
902.894.8566
www.roddvacations.com
Rodd Royalty is a newly renovated full-service
hotel with 119 spacious guestrooms each
tastefully decorated with a modern style. Parking,
wireless internet & hot breakfast are complimentary with your stay.
Shipwright Inn
51 Fitzroy Street
902.368.1905
www.shipwrightinn.com
Rated “Best Bed and Breakfast on PEI” and one of
the “Top Ten B & B’s in Canada” by Frommers, the
5 Star heritage Shipwright Inn offers a “Unique
Experience”.
Super 8 Charlottetown
15 York Point Road
Cornwall, PE C0A 1H0
902.892.7900
www.super8.com
Relax & enjoy our newly renovated guest rooms,
free Super Start Hot Breakfast, free wireless
internet, indoor saltwater pool, whirlpool &
exercise room, 100% smoke free environment, Free
local phone calls, Wyndham Rewards & more!!
The Birches Housekeeping Cottages
20 Crestwood Avenue
Stratford, PE C1B 1M1
902.569.4293
Number One Grafton Street
www.thebirchescottages.ca
1 Grafton Street
Fully equipped two-bedroom cottages, overlooking
Charlottetown, PE, C1A 1K3
the Northumberland Strait: Golf and children’s
902.370.0111
www.onegrafton.ca
playground nearby. Queen beds, telephone,
Best located B&B in Charlottetown. 1895 heritage wireless internet, colour cable TV/DVD, laundromat.
building blending modern facilities with the charm Executive cottages have dishwasher, washer/dryer
of a historic home. Minutes from downtown. All
and whirlpool tub.
five beautifully appointed guest rooms have
private bathrooms.
The Cranford Inn
177 Fitzroy Street
Quality Inn & Suites Charlottetown
902.368.8070
150 Euston Street
stay@cranfordinn.ca
Charlottetown PE, C1A 1W5
www.cranfordinn.ca
902.894.8572
The Cranford Inn, contemporary elegance in the
www.innonthehill.com
heart of Historic Downtown Charlottetown.
Centrally located in Downtown Charlottetown
Featuring large rooms with ensuite: in room phone,
within walking distance to theatre, dining and
TV, DVD, air conditioned, Wi-Fi and balconies.
nightlife. Free parking, Wi-Fi, fridge & microwave
in all rooms. Full service restaurant on site. We are Deluxe rooms have fireplaces and large soaker tubs.
Modern, spacious, elegant, and suited to your
100% smoke free and offer traditional rooms to
needs for pleasure or business. Pamper yourself!
executive suites.
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58 Great George Street.
902.892.0606
www.thegreatgeorge.com
Charlottetown’s historic boutique hotel. Enjoy
shopping, dining, theatres and the beautiful
waterfront, all just footsteps away. National
award winner for tourism excellence as
presented by the Globe & Mail.
123 Grafton Street
Charlottetown PE C1A 7M4
902.367.7777
www.theholmangrand.com
In the heart of Charlottetown, this new urban
boutique hotel features 80 guestrooms with
spectacular views, superb dining, naturally lit
meeting space, pool & fitness facility,
connectivity to Confederation Centre of the
Arts and the Confederation Court Mall.
The Hotel on Pownal
146 Pownal Street
Charlottetown, PE C1A 3W6
902.892.1217
www.thehotelonpownal.com
Fresh, modern and urban guestrooms and
suites in a downtown location that is within a
breath of shops, restaurants, the historic
waterfront and the Confederation Centre of
the Arts.
The Sonata Inn
3 Grafton Street
902.370.0066; 888.908.0066
www.sonatainn.com
Our modern inn provides many modern
amenities wrapped around a quiet,
old-fashioned building, located only two
blocks from Downtown, easy walking distance
to theatre, restaurants and the waterfront.
The Tailor Shop Historic Hotel
193 Prince Street
902.368.1211
www.tailorshophotel.com
Boutique Hotel in center of Downtown
Charlottetown; spacious ensuites, free wi-fi,
TV, phone line, mini fridge, a/c. Most with
Jacuzzi tubs. Business centre. Extensive
continental breakfast included. Reservations
recommended.
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
902.566.0442
www.upei.ca/conference
Minutes from downtown Charlottetown, and
a short drive to beaches, golf, and attractions.
UPEI offers clean affordable accommodations
in well appointed suites, 2 bedroom
apartments or traditional dorm rooms.
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explore
our
past
Fathers of Confederation in front
of Province House National Historic
Site of Canada
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Stephen Desroches
a visit to charlottetown is a bit like stepping
back into the past. The site of the Charlottetown Conference in 1864,
The depicted Charlottetown Seal
was designed by local artist and
signmaker, George W. Millner
and was enacted by City Council
of the City of Charlottetown
in 1855.
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the city holds a prestigious place in Canadian history as the Birthplace of Confederation. Province House National Historic Site of Canada, where the Fathers of Confederation gathered, stands impressively in the centre of town. Narrow streets radiate out,
each lined with buildings that date back over 150 years. Few cities in North America
can so clearly bring the past alive.
a sample of charlottetown’s historic landmarks
Ardgowan National Historic Site of Canada
Once the home of William Henry Pope, one of the Fathers of Confederation from Prince
Edward Island. The Ardgowan house is an example of a "picturesque cottage" or cottage
ornée, a style once popular as a rural residence. The home was host to spectacular
luncheons, lavish entertainment, servants, a horse and carriage and a divine library. The
sandstone carriage step is still at the National Historic Site today.
Beaconsfield Historic House
Built in 1877 for a wealthy shipbuilder and merchant, Beaconsfield stands as an enduring
symbol of Victorian elegance. With twenty-five rooms, eight fireplaces and imported
chandeliers, Beaconsfield was one of Charlottetown’s finest homes. Today, the house is open
to the public for tours and hosts special events in its Carriage House. A bookstore with a
variety of Island publications is on site.
Charlottetown City Hall
Charlottetown City Hall was built in 1888 in the Romanesque Revival style; it is the oldest
municipal hall on Prince Edward Island.
Confederation Centre of the Arts
Created in 1964 as Canada’s National Memorial to the Fathers of Confederation. Home to
several theatres, an art gallery, a restaurant and a gift shop. The Centre showcases the best
in Canadian visual and performing arts.
Fanningbank /Government House
The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island, built in 1834 in
the Georgian style, with obvious echoes of the Palladian tradition.
Province House National Historic Site of Canada
The site of the Charlottetown Conference on Confederation held in 1864, leading to Charlottetown being known as the “Birthplace of Confederation”. It has been home to the
Provincial Legislature since 1847..
St. Dunstan’s Basilica
The cathedral of the Diocese of Charlottetown and the centre of the Roman Catholic
Church in Prince Edward Island. An example of the High Victorian Gothic Revival style of
architecture, it was constructed between 1896 and 1907 and rebuilt after a disastrous fire
in 1913.
All Souls’ Chapel National Historic Site of Canada
An historic chapel, attached to St. Peter's Cathedral. Built of Prince Edward Island sandstone in the High Victorian Gothic style of architecture, it overlooks the beautiful Rochford
Square. Built in 1888 to a design by the noted ecclesiastical architect, William Critchlow
Harris, interior walls feature paintings by his brother, Robert Harris.
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our
historic
waterfront
Peake’s Quay - Historic Charlottetown Waterfront
almost nowhere in charlottetown
seems far from the sea. Walk down any street, peek
around a few corners, and you will most likely catch a glimpse of the sun
sparkling on water. Make your way to Charlottetown’s historic waterfront
and you can do whatever you please. Dine on seafood, shop for souvenirs,
eat homemade ice cream or take a harbour cruise. From one season to
another you can watch buskers perform, listen to local musicians, take a
solitary walk, or picnic on a park bench. There’s always plenty to see and do,
yet no one ever seems to be in a hurry. The luxury of time is an Island quality,
and nowhere reflects it better than the dynamic, yet relaxing waterfront area.
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hillsborough heritage river
In 1997, the Hillsborough River was designated a Canadian Great River. It’s
a route that goes more than 27 kms from Charlottetown into the heart of
the province. The river’s total meander length is approximately 45 km with
12 km being an estuary.
Before being named The Hillsborough River it was referred to as many
things. Aboriginal Mi’Kmaq first called it Elsetkook “running close by high
rocks”. The French and Acadians called it “Riviere du Nord’Est” and “La
Grande Riviere”. It was finally the early Colonial British that named it
Hillsborough, for the Earl of Hillsborough.
The Hillsborough drainage basin, with its mix of salt, brine and freshwater
marsh provides a variety of habitat for wildlife. Enjoy bird watching?
Waterfowl, including Great Blue Herons, Bald Eagles and Kingfishers
abound among the wetlands. The river is also home to muskrat, fox and
over 57 rare plants.
Today the Hillsborough River plays host to an increasung amount of
recreational activities, as well as quahog and oyster fisheries.
Victoria Park
victoria park
peake’s wharf historic
waterfront merchants
Representing the heart of the waterfront area, Peake’s Wharf and
the adjacent area underwent a restoration that signaled the
beginning of Charlottetown’s coastal face-lift. In what was once
an area of decay and neglect, shops sprang up, restaurants with
waterside views appeared, a public park evolved, and a coastal
boardwalk was built. In summer, you can easily spend the better
part of a day here. Even in winter when things quiet down, the
beauty of the area prevails, enticing you to enjoy the magical
blending of sea and snow as you explore the waterfront.
Victoria Park is located in downtown Charlottetown at the
mouth of the Charlottetown Harbour. The 40 acre historic
property was vested to the City of Charlottetown by
Queen Victoria in1873.
Victoria Park borders on residential areas, the mouth of
the harbour, and is located adjacent to the Lieutenant
Governor’s property. The Park is a five minute walk from
downtown Charlottetown and it functions as a place for
active and passive recreation, and simply enjoying the
water views.
The park includes many active recreational facilities
including eight lit tennis courts and a clubhouse, spectacular lit baseball fields nestled amongst a backdrop of
mature trees, a skateboard park, and an accessible
playground. There is an outdoor swimming pool, recently
renovated and now heated by solar energy, a pool change
room and a very popular splash park.
waterfront boardwalks
Much of the city’s waterfront is now linked by a series of boardwalks,
offering excellent walking year round. This is one of the best ways to
explore, with the close proximity of the city on one side of you, and
the water on the other. In the distance, scenic vistas of farm fields
and countryside entice you to explore further afield. Like Charlottetown itself, a journey along the boardwalks brings together the
urban and rural, the land and the sea, the influences of man, and the
implacability of nature. Like a true Island city, Charlottetown seems
to perch gracefully along the harbour shore, as though asking for
permission to be there.
Victoria Park also boasts a 27 acre wooded area with
mature trees, quiet places, and serene walking trails. The
front field serves as a gathering place for all kinds of
informal play such as frisbee, dog training, picnicking and
many special events.
The Kiwanis Dairy Bar, a local favourite, looks out on the
harbour and is a popular destination for people that walk,
bike or drive through the park.
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culinary expert ise
The Olde Dublin Pub
charlottetown’s restaurants feature
everything from local specialties to
international cuisine.
Dine overlooking the harbour, or on one of the many tucked away side streets.
In the warm summer months, Victoria Row offers a choice of indoor and outdoor
dining options, with live jazz music provided by local musicians most evenings.
The ambiance here is among the best, with a wide variety of seafood and other
dishes available, served by candlelight under large umbrellas. A number of pubs
also offer a lively maritime atmosphere, accompanied by delicious, yet affordable
meals. Better yet, come in the fall and experience the freshest display of local
produce and attend the month long Fall Flavours celebrations from September 7-30.
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charlottetown dining
Globe World Flavours
Mavor’s Restaurant
132 Richmond Street, Victoria Row
145 Richmond Street
Charlottetown, PE
Charlottetown, PE C1A 1J1
Byblos
902.370.3663
902.628.6107
85 Belvedere Ave.
www.dinedrinkdance.ca
www.mavors.ca
Located
on
Victoria
Row,
Charlottetown’s
outdoor
Craving fresh from the farm? Join us for lunch
902.370.0707
living room, Globe is our city’s most unique dining in the open-air garden, or dine in the modern
www.byblos.ca
Savor the delicious and fresh flavors of the Mediterra- experience. With something for everyone Globe’s atmosphere of the lounge. The menu changes
seasonally to reflect the bounty of the Island.
nean, while serving you in a breath taking atmosphere, menu touches all corners of the world with a
enjoy our authentic Lebanese menu, from our signature serious focus on seafood.
Merchantman Pub
Shawarmas to our Vegetarian dishes, to our fresh
23 Queen Street
Hunter’s Ale House
grilled kabobs. "We support local farmers".
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4A2
185 Kent Street,
902.892.9150
Charlottetown,
PE
Castellos Ristorante and Pizzeria
www.merchantmanpub.com
902.370.3663
146 Richmond Street
www.huntersalehouse.com
Voted Charlottetown’s “Best Neighborhood
Charlottetown, PE
Where
the
Locals
Eat!
Multiple
Award
winning
Pub”, Winner of “Taste our Island Award”, Let us
902.892.6464
restaurant boasting steak, seafood and pub fare serve you what we are known locally for. Home
www.castellosristorante.com
rivaled by no other! Two large outdoor patios
of “Merchantman 1897” PEI’s only double
Enjoy the inviting décor and lovely music in
surround PEI’s Music venue of the Year! Great
distilled, all natural, barrel aged rum. Open
Charlottetown’s authentic casual Italian Pizzeria,
Food,
Great
Rock,
Lots
of
It!
Monday to Saturday 11:30am.
located on historic Victoria Row in downtown
Charlottetown. Our menu is distinctly Italian,
Ise’s Sports Bar
Mr Sushi
specializing in thin crust pizza, fresh breads and oils,
32 University Ave.
salads and homemade pasta…all served with a fun,
Charlottetown, PE
fresh Italian flair!
902.892.4737
902.892.9395
www.isesbar.com
Featuring authentic Korean and Japanese Food.
Cora’s Breakfast & Lunch
New generation of sports entertainment! An
123 Queen Street
Over 100 seats and 100 different items on the
interactive
sports
bar,
Ise’s
offers
the
highest
level
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4B3
menu. Open daily.
of sports coverage and sports related gaming. Great
902.569.5681
food,
drinks
and
one
of
a
kind
entertainment.
Olde Dublin Pub & Claddagh Oyster House
www.chezcora.com
131 Sydney Street
Serving amazing breakfasts daily. Try our scrumptious John Pritchard Cuisine
Charlottetown, PE C1A 8C4
crepes, delicious French toast, mountains of fresh fruit 84 Newland Cres.
902.892.6992
or our defining egg dishes. Discover our lunch menu
www.oldedublinpub.com &
served Monday to Friday from 11 a.m.
902.629.2468
www.claddaghoysterhouse.com
www.jpcuisine.com
Olde Dublin Pub features the best in Maritime
Daniel Brenan Brickhouse & Marc’s Studio
Prince Edward Island’s premiere catering experientertainment and traditional pub food.
125 Sydney Street
ence, providing flawless food and service through- Claddagh Oyster House - PEI’s only year round
Charlottetown, PE
out PEI whether for a family reunion, wedding or fresh seafood restaurant, two great restaurants,
902.566.4620
an intimate multi-course gourmet dinner. Local,
one location.
www.danielbrenanbrickhouse.com
Sustainable...Really Delicious.
We have created a truly unique dining experience
based on local products, a culinary flare and an
Lobster on the Wharf
2 Prince Street.
atmosphere that brings the kitchen to the forefront.
We invite you to experience and enjoy The Brickhouse Charlottetown, PE
and Marc’s Studio in Downtown Charlottetown today. 902.368.2888
www.lobsteronthewharf.com
Dooly’s
Best seafood! Great steak! Incredible view!
157 Kent Street
Charlottetown’s premiere seafood restaurant is
Charlottetown, PE
open daily for lunch and dinner. Wharf and patio
902.894.7665
seating is available. Kids menu. Adjoining seafood
www.doolys.ca
market. Open May 1-October 30.
We offer a fun, comfortable atmosphere for you and
your friends, family, co-workers or just the gang! Enjoy
a game of pool, relax by the fireplace or simply have a
Renowned for its seafood and culinary
chat at the bar.
East Side Mario’s
Charlottetown, PE
902.892.6100
www.murphygroupofrestaurants.com
An exciting family restaurant that offers cuisine inspired
by little Italy in the heart of New York. There is always
something to make you smile at Eastside Mario’s.
Fishbones Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill
136 Richmond Street
Charlottetown, PE
902.628.6569
www.fishbonesoysterbar.ca
Enjoy our oyster bar, serving fresh and local oysters!
Live lobster tank, signature cocktails, and locally
brewed Gahan beer guarantees a great experience.
delights, Prince Edward Island is home of the
internationally recognized Culinary Institute of Canada.
Located in Holland College's Tourism and Culinary Centre on the Charlottetown waterfront,
The Culinary Institute of Canada has been training aspiring chefs since 1983 and is regarded
by many as the premiere culinary school in the country. Students are drawn from around
the world to the institute, where they have the opportunity to enjoy the unique cultural
experience of Prince Edward Island and Atlantic Canada while at the same time developing
the necessary skills to launch a successful culinary career. Get a taste of what their students
experience with a variety of themed culinary boot camps or sample some of their delicious
creations at the Lucy Maud Dining Room.
The students, under the guidance of world class chef instructors, prepare and serve meals
of the highest quality in the kitchens of the Lucy Maud Dining Room, an exclusive
operational restaurant. The Lucy Maud Dining Room and the Culinary Bootcamps are
available for you to experience throughout the year.
www.hollandcollege.com/bootcamps
www.hollandcollege.com/lmdr
Peake’s Quay Restaurant & Bar
11C Great George Street
902.368.1330
www.peakesquay.com
Enjoy P.E.I.s favourite summertime
restaurant overlooking the Charlottetown harbour. Our large menu is suitable
to everyone’s taste: Fresh PEI Seafood,
Steaks, Chicken, Pizzas, Kids menu and a
full pub food menu as well.
Pizza Delight 1911 Jail
113 Longworth Ave
902.566.4466
www.pizzadelight.com
A full menu including chicken, ribs,
salads, sandwiches, pasta and more!
Pizza Delight is more than just the best
pizza in town.
Poffertjes Cafe
142 Richmond Street,
Charlottetown, PEI
902.314.7393
www.poffertjes.ca
Experience Canada's Best New Treat at
North America's first Poffertjes Café!
Authentically Dutch, Poffertjes are puffy
pastries served hot off the grill, topped
with butter and icing sugar. Enjoy
Premium Freshly Roasted Coffee, Real
Hot Chocolate and Fresh Dutch
Stroopwafels .
Redwater Rustic Grille
123 Grafton St.
Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4K6
902.367.8340
www.redwatergrille.com/charlottetown
Redwater Rustic Grille is Charlottetown`s
newest casual upscale dining experience.
We are Chef driven and Sommelier
inspired. The restaurant’s décor and
design complement the vibrancy and
freshness of our food.
Simple Pleasures
902.368.1195
www.intimatecatering.ca
We take the hassle out of fine dining.
You can experience fabulous food in one
of our intimate settings or enjoy the
peaceful environment of your own home.
We prepare multi-course experiences
from 2 to 50 people and tapas parties for
up to 200.
Sims Corner Steakhouse &
Oyster Bar
86 Queen Street
Charlottetown, PE
902.894.7467
www.simscorner.ca
Located in a beautiful heritage building
in downtown Charlottetown, Sims
Corner Steakhouse & Oyster Bar is
Charlottetown’s premier dining location.
Winner of the 2011 Wine Spectator
Award of Excellence.
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St. James Gate
129 Kent Street
902.892.4283
www.stjamesgatepei.com
Come enjoy our local seafood and great pub fare
and see why we are Charlottetown’s favourite
pub.
Sushi Jeju
260 Grafton St.
Charlottetown, PE
902.370.5358
Japanese, Indian & Korean Restaurant. Featuring
daily lunch specials. Located in a historic
Charlottetown home. Please visit our facebook
page for more information.
The Gahan House Pub and Brewery
126 Sydney Street
Charlottetown, PE
902.626.2337
www.gahan.ca
The Gahan House is one of Charlottetown’s
favourite places to get together. An
authentic pub featuring great
pub fare and 7 handcrafted
Island ales from the only brewery
on PEI. Brewery tours available.
See you at the Gahan!
The Lucy Maud Dining Room
The Pilot House
70 Grafton Street
Charlottetown, PE, C1A 1K7
902.894.4800
www.thepilothouse.ca
Enjoy fresh seafood, tender prime rib & filet, local &
imported draught, fine wines & an extensive scotch
list in either the pub or dining room. Open 11:30am
Monday – Saturday, year round.
The Selkirk
18 Queen Street
Charlottetown, PE
902.894.1208
www.deltahotels.com
The Selkirk Restaurant, located in the lobby of
the Delta Prince Edward is a proud supporter of
local farmers, fisherman & producers. Locally
inspired cuisine, with an award winning
culinary team!
Top of the Park Dining Room
21 Exhibition Drive
902.620.4264
www.redshores.ca
Enjoy our award winning dining at the all you care
to eat lunch or dinner buffet in our newly renovated
Top of the Park restaurant overlooking the historic
Charlottetown racetrack & Hillsborough River.
4 Sydney Street
Charlottetown, PE
902.894.6868
www.hollandcollege.com/lmdr
Come for the food. Enjoy the
view. Savour the experience.
70 seat restaurant, 300 seat
banquet facility, 50 seat private
dining room. Please check our
website for information.
The Old Triangle
902.892.5200
www.oldtriangle.com
Home to the best live Irish
music, we feature a menu of
quality Irish and local pub fare
favourites and a fully stocked
bar selection, served up with
the finest Island hospitality.
The Olde Lobster Factory
Cookhouse & Dancehall
189 Kent Street
Charlottetown PEI
902.370.3663
www.thefactorycookhouse.com
The Olde Lobster Factory
Cookhouse & Dancehall is the
downtown home to great Lobster
Suppers, Slow Cooked BBQ,
Evening Entertainment and
Country Rock. New in 2012 our
convenient downtown location
boasts an outdoor patio, and
2 floors. Bus and Tour groups
welcome.
Voted Charlottetown’s
Best Neighborhood Pub
A Taste Our Island award winner
Home of PEI distilled
Merchantman 1897
premium, all natural,
barrel aged
amber rum!
All Natural
Barrel Aged
Premium
PEI Rum
The Merchantman Pub
23 Queen Street, Charlottetown Ph: 892-9150
fresh food
from the source
Meet our local farmers, crafters, food artisans or producers by visiting
one of our farmers markets, where food products come direct from the
source.
Charlottetown Farmer’s Market
Saturdays - Year round,
Wednesdays – Late June – mid October
9:00am - 2:00pm
100 Belvedere Avenue, Charlottetown
902.626.3373
The place to be on Saturday morning. The Charlottetown Farmer’s Market
was established in 1984 and has grown into a thriving entity, becoming
one of the most cherished spots in town.
Farmers bring their fruits, vegetables and plants cultured from the red P.E.I.
soil; rural bakeries offer fresh baked bread and pastries; meat vendors sell
Island-raised produce; fish vendors sell fresh fish and seafood; crafts people
display one-of-a-kind handmade works of art; and the food vendors offer a
wide variety of International and Canadian dishes, home-made desserts,
preserves, and specialty products. This broad selection gives you a unique
shopping experience where you buy directly from the producer.
Riverview Country Market
Open Daily
21 Riverside Drive, Charlottetown
902.892.9632
www.riverviewcountrymarket.com
Riverview Country Market; Prince Edward Island’s authentic farm
marketplace. Offering a wide variety of goods harvested from generations
of Prince Edward Island families who take pride in the farm fresh quality
products that they produce.
The market offers an exceptional variety of goods nurtured from the
finest island farms, including: Fresh Fruits & Vegetables, Fresh Baked
Goods Daily, PEI Cheeses & Dairy Products, Eggs, Spices, Jellies &
Preserves, A Wide Variety of Organic & Gluten-Free Products, Juice Bar
serving Fresh Fruit & Veg Juices, Smoothies & Sandwiches.
Help build farming communities by directly supporting PEI farmers!
Farm Day in the City
Downtown Farmers Market
Sundays - July 2-September 17
11:00am - 4:00pm
Between Dorchester and Grafton Street on Queen Sreet
www.downtowncharlottetown.com
This open air market is located between Dorchester and Grafton
Street in downtown Charlottetown. A mixture of primary
producers selling locally grown food produce, food service vendors
and local artisans. There’s also local musical entertainment playing
while you shop.
September 30, 2012
www.tourismcharlottetown.ca
www.fallflavours.ca
This market is only one day a year but you don’t want to miss it.
Fall in love with fresh and join farmers, producers, crafters and
artists from across Prince Edward Island for this outdoor market.
This downtown event is now entering its fourth year and typically
enjoys over 10,000 visitors.
Spend the day being entertained with local music, cooking,
demonstrations, face painting, balloon twisting and over 100
booths filled to the brim with fresh produce, vegetables, fruit and
Island beef, pork and lamb.
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the
great
outdoors
beaches
Chris Reardon
Surrounded by water on all sides, you are never far from a spectacular beach
when you are in Charlottetown. From secret secluded beaches, to supervised
pristine stretches of paradise, there are a variety of beaches to fall in love
with. Blessed with Provincial and National Parks surrounding us, we have
some of the most naturally beautiful and well-kept beaches in the world.
www.tourismpei.com/pei-beaches
golfing
cycling – the confederation trail
Over 30 courses, all within 90 minutes of Charlottetown. From
links-style courses to the more traditional, there are a number of
both challenging and forgiving courses for all levels of golfers.
Beginning two blocks west of the Visitor’s Centre on the waterfront, the
Confederation Trail offers opportunities for exploring both on foot and by
bicycle. The Confederation Trail - Prince Edward Island's tip-to-tip trail - was
developed on abandoned railway lines and takes you through a variety of
diverse landscapes across the Island.
A combination of breathtaking scenery, high quality, top-notch value
and proximity, create Canada’s most popular golfing destination. The
International Association of Golf Travel Operators (IAGTO) named
Prince Edward Island as the 2011 Undiscovered Golf Destination of
the Year. While Prince Edward Island has been known nationally as
Canada’s #1 Golf Destination for years, we are thrilled to share our
secret with the rest of the world.
For more information or to book your tee times visit
www.golfpei.com.
This is the ideal way to discover some of the interior open spaces in the city
as it follows the old railroad route past backyards, behind buildings, then out
into the open fields of the former Experimental Farm.
An easy half hour to forty-five minute walk will bring you to the Farmer’s
Market (open Saturdays year round), the University of PEI, and the Charlottetown Mall. Beyond that, the rural countryside beckons, luring those with
bicycles and more time to explore. Even in winter, the trail is always kept
open for intrepid walkers who enjoy snowy landscapes.
www.tourismpei.com/pei-confederation-trail
festivals
and
events
PEI Guitar Festival
May 4 – 5, 2012
brent@peiguitarfest.com
www.peiguitarfest.com
The Guitar Festival will feature some of PEI's finest
guitar players, with styles including bluegrass,
blues, rock, country, folk and more. Come on out
and support our local performers.
PEI International Shellfish Festival
The Festival of Small Halls
Island Media Arts Festival
May 8th - 13th
www.islandmedia.pe.ca
With screenings province-wide featuring work
from Atlantic Canadian artists, workshops, panel
discussions and presentations, networking events,
street-projections, and parties, IMAF2012 is a little
festival with big heart.
June 14 - 24, 2012
902.892.2308
www.smallhalls.com
With more than 50 performances through 11
days in June the Festival of Small Halls is a
critically acclaimed traditional music, dance
and storytelling festival that will have your
toes tapping across the Island.
Ceilidh at the Irish Hall
Dine Around Prince Edward Island
May 15 - September 26, 2012
Fridays at 8:00pm
902.892.2367
bis.pei@hotmail.com
Irish, Scottish and PEI traditional music, song and
dance; features the best of PEI’s traditional performers. Working to preserve the Celtic music heritage
of the Island. $8 adults, $3 children under 12 yrs.
PEI Savour Food & Wine Show
May 24, 2012 7:00pm
800.565.0278
confederationcentre.com
Savour Food & Wine is simply Mingle-Licious!
Savour celebrates and promotes the talents of local
chefs, artisan distilleries, wineries and sommeliers,
as well as the diversity of Prince Edward Island’s
quality food products. Tickets: $75.
2012 PEILCC Festival of Wines
May 25-26, 2012 7:00pm
www.civiccentre.pe.ca
The P.E.I. Liquor Control Commission proudly
presents the 2012 Festival of Wines, an extravaganza where you can explore the exciting world of
wine and taste from more than 200 limitedquantity wines. Tickets: $40
June 16 – 30, 2012
shannon@versatilegroup.ca
www. pe.edining.ca
Beat the summer traffic! Enjoy some of the
Island's signature restaurants at great prices
before the summer really heats up. Participating restaurants are featuring special 3
course meals at fixed prices of $25, $35 or
$45.
Charlottetown Summerfest
June 29 – July 1, 2012
Celebrate Canada Day weekend with the
Charlottetown Summerfest. This weekend
long festival will take place June 29 to July 1,
2012 and features festivities at the
Charlottetown waterfront, multiple events
throughout the city and free Canada Day
activities that include the biggest fireworks
show east of Ottawa.
DiverseCity
June 30, 2012 4:00pm - 10:00pm
902.628.6009
www.peianc.com
Come celebrate Canadian Multiculturalism
with DiverseCity - a family-friendly, outdoor
street festival on Victoria Row in Charlottetown. Experience a range of cultural
offerings including great music, dancing,
visual arts display, and delicious international
food!
Confederation Centre Young Company
Presents Les Feux Follets
July 1 – August 19, 2012
www.charlottetownfestival.com
Les Feux Follets is a lively and colourful
showcase of Canada's rich cultural makeup.
performs this free 55-minute show at noon
daily Monday to Saturday at the outdoor
amphitheatre, next to Province House.
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Charlottetown Yacht Club Race Week
July 19 – 21, 2012
www.cyc.pe.ca
Sailors from around the Maritimes come to the
Charlottetown Yacht Club to participate in the
annual Charlottetown Race Week. The three day
event features races in a variety of classes and many
dry land activities.
Old Home Week
August 9 – 18, 2012
902.629.6623
info@oldhomeweekpei.com
www.oldhomeweekpei.com
Experience a touch of the country in the city with
Livestock Shows, Horses, Beautiful Handiwork, Daily
Entertainment, Midway Rides or one of the many
exciting Harness Races! Don’t miss this Island tradition.
Prince Edward Island Jazz and Blues Festival
August 13 – 19, 2012
902.894.7131
jazzandblues@pei.sympatico.ca
www.jazzandblues.ca
A parade of Canadian music legends headline this
summer’s PEI Jazz and Blues Festival; proudly
focused on Canadian talent.
Art in the Open Festival
August 25, 2012
Art in the Open is a one evening summer event that
highlights Charlottetown’s visual art scene, its
downtown heritage spaces, its exhibition venues and
performance companies, and its diverse cultural
traditions.
Gold Cup Parade
August 17, 2012
902.569.1003
goldcupsaucerparade@gmail.com
www.goldcupparade.ca
Atlantic Canada’s largest parade - a feature event of
The Old Home Week Festival.
PEI Fall Flavours Festival
September 7 – 30, 2012
www.fallflavours.ca
Join us for this culinary adventure highlighting
authentic Prince Edward Island tastes & traditions. Some
of the most fabulous food experiences you can imagine,
including Signature Events hosted by Food Network
guest chefs. Incredible food, delightful venues,
entertaining hosts and one-of-a kind experiences.
Charlottetown Festival
June 20 - September 29, 2012
800.565.0287
Featuring Canada’s longest running musical,
Anne of Green Gables –The Musical, Ring of
Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash, Come-All-Ye,
and The Kitchen Witches. Plus the Young
Company free outdoor performances of Les
Feux Follets.
The Great Island Grilled Cheese Challenge
September 29, 2012 12pm – 4pm
Cows Creamery, North River Causeway
www.Fallflavours.ca
Come celebrate Great Canadian Cheese at this outdoor
event hosted by the Dairy Farmers of Canada and the PEI
Association of Chefs and Cooks at PEI’s own Cow’s
Creamery! Join Food Network's Chef Anthony Sedlak and
help judge PEI's top chefs as they compete for the title of
The Prince Edward Island Grilled Cheese Champion! Sample
Feast and Frolic Dinner
them all and pick your favourite. Meet local cheese makers
September 13, 2012
and sample their cheeses. Chef Anthony Sedlak will be
www.peishellfish.com
cooking up his unique dish inspired by Prince Edward Island
The Feast & Frolic Dinner will kick off the PEI cheeses on the demo stage. Come out and meet Anthony
International Shellfish Festival, co-hosted by and sample his “cheesy” dish. Finish off the roving feast with
Food Network’s guest celebrity chefs. Enjoy a a taste of Cow’s famous Ice Cream!
four course meal presented by the Culinary
Institute of Canada featuring the freshest
PEI Shellfish and agricultural products.
September 30, 2012
Entertainment to follow. Completing the
perfect culinary experience.
www.Fallflavours.ca
Fall in love with fresh and join farmers, producers, crafters
PEI International Shellfish Festival
and artists from across Prince Edward Island for this
September 13 – 16, 2012
outdoor market. Spend the day in downtown Charlotteinfo@peishellfish.com
town being entertained with local music, cooking,
www.peishellfish.com
demonstrations, face painting, balloon twisting and more.
All the PEI Shellfish you can handle. From
September 13-16, 2012, in a giant white
PEI Marathon
tent on the Historic Charlottetown
October 12 – 14, 2012
Waterfront, thousands of foodies from
www.princeedwardislandmarathon.com
across the continent will congregate for
The 9th year for this great event. Race categories include:
the 17th annual Prince Edward Island
marathon; half marathon run and walk; 10K run and
International Shellfish Festival.
walk; 5K run and walk; Corporate Team Relay; and Kids
Spud Run. Your race... your pace!
PEI Marathon
Jack Frost Children’s WinterFest
February 8 – 10, 2013
www.jackfrostfest.com
Celebrate the magic of winter with Jack Frost
and his friend Suzy Snowflake! There are all
sorts of Winter wonders, both inside and out
to discover. Bring the entire family and take
part in the most popular Winter Festival in
the Maritimes!
Winterdine
Winterdine is a dining festival that takes
place the last weekend in January and first
weekend in February, at participating
restaurants in downtown Charlottetown. All
meals will be $25 or $35 each and include at
least 3 courses.
125 years of old home week
The tradition of Old Home Week is as rich and varied as the events and activities
that make up the week itself. It is filled with tradition, innovation and a love for the
excitement, challenges, exchanging of ideas, and ties between friends and family.
Starting as a two-day event in October of 1888 with agricultural livestock shows,
handicraft displays and the finest fruits and vegetables the Island soil had to offer,
the Exhibition as it was known, was a testament to the work ethic and skills of the
farming community of Prince Edward Island.
After having been opened to all Maritime Provinces in 1896, participation in the Exhibition quickly grew, and in 1914 there were more than 3600 entries. This year also marked
the introduction of the midway, “a circus of sorts” with rides such as the Merry-GoRound. After the First World War, the Borden Ferry opened which brought many more
visitors to the Island for the Provincial Exhibition. Soon after, the events were rescheduled
to mid-August to accommodate the increase in visitors.
The term Old Home Week was coined during the first years of World War II. Organizers
knew a week of Vaudeville, harness racing and celebration would lighten the mood of
many. That year’s slogan was “Be It Ever So Humble, There’s No Place Like Home”.
The celebratory traditions of Old Home Week continue throughout the years, with each
year bringing more activities, an increasing number of livestock exhibitors and more
people wanting to be part of the experience. With more than 90,000 visitors in recent
years, it has become one of the most cherished Island celebrations. August 9-18, 2012
mark the 125th Anniversary of Old Home Week.
Photos: Nina
Linton
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things
to
see & do
charlottetown is a thriving hub of all
things cultural, coastal and culinary.
Boat and walking tours, local markets, culinary and golf experiences, and
beautiful buildings abound. Our renowned harness racing, our authentic
lobster tours, our world class theatre and our many charming galleries will
make an unforgettable impression. At every turn, rich history permeates the
captivating landscape. Whether you're looking to relax on our gorgeous
waterfront, or explore our vibrant streets, you will find no shortage of
activities to keep you inspired in our capital city.
Emerald Isle Ca
rriage Tours
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Corner of Kent & West Streets
Charlottetown, PE C1A 1M6
902.368.6603
www.peimuseum.com
Beaconsfield stands as an enduring symbol of
Victorian elegance with a fascinating story to
tell. Open for tours year-round and hosts a
variety of special events in its Carriage House.
Call for hours.
100 Belvedere Avenue
Charlottetown, PE
902.626.3373
www.charlottetownfarmersmarket.com
Whether you're looking for fresh produce,
baked goodies, or works of art, the Charlottetown Farmer’s Market is a wonderful place to
visit. Every Saturday 9am - 2pm. Open
seasonally on Wednesdays.
Charlottetown Festival
June 20-September 29, 2012
800.565.0287
Featuring Canada’s longest running musical,
Anne of Green Gables –The Musical, Ring of Fire:
The Music of Johnny Cash, Come-All-Ye, and The
Kitchen Witches. Plus the Young Company free
outdoor performances of Les Feux Follets.
City Cinema
160 Richmond St.
902.368.3669
www.citycinema.net
Unwind by enjoying a movie at City Cinema,
downtown Charlottetown’s quaint cinema
featuring current independent films and a few
mainstream hits. Visit our website or call for our
show schedule.
145 Richmond Street
902.628.1864
www.confederationcentre.com
Confederation Centre of the Arts is one of
Canada’s premier live theatre houses featuring
free outdoor performances, gallery exhibitions, arts education, dining and shopping.
Confederation Centre Art Gallery
145 Richmond Street
902.628.6111
Atlantic Canada’s largest Art Gallery, open
year round, showcases Canadian talent at its
best. Hours of operation: Wednesday to
Saturday – 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday
1:00 to 5:00 p.m., Monday and Tuesday –
closed. Admission is by donation.
Confederation Players Walking Tours
and Re-enactments
145 Richmond Street
800.565.0278
History comes alive when you stroll Charlottetown’s
historic district with the Confederation Players, a
troupe of costumed, bilingual Canadians, trained as
living Fathers and Ladies of Confederation. Tours are
available July & August.
Emerald Isle Carriage Tours
Private Carriage corner Great George &
Richmond Streets
Group trolleys departs from Founders’ Hall
902.394.3780
www.peicarriagetours.com
Giddy up lets go! Experience the elegance and
charm of historic Charlottetown in the
company of magnificent and strong draft
horses. Hoping to see you this summer!
Confederation Trail
Tourism Prince Edward Island
888.734.7529
www.tourismpei.com/pei-confederation-trail
With 400 km of walking and biking trails
covering PEI, every trip is a different journey.
With breathtaking scenery and wildlife close at
hand. From Charlottetown, you can easily access
the Confederation Trail, taking you into parts of
Prince Edward Island unknown to those touring
by automobile.
Top Notch Lobster Tours
COWS CREAMERY
397 Capital Drive,
Charlottetown, PE
902.370.3155
www.cowscreamery.ca
COWS CREAMERY is a fun and delicious tour
experience for all ages. Our guided factory tours
offer an inside look at how COWS makes our
world famous Super Premium Ice Cream, our
award winning cheeses and our famous t-shirts.
Culinary Institute of Canada –
Culinary Boot Camps
4 Sydney Street,
Charlottetown, PE C1A 1E9
902.566.9305
www.hollandcollege.com/bootcamps
Culinary Boot Camps are offered for both adult
and children that provide unique experiences
incorporating the Island’s cultural culinary
heritage. Camps include: Seafood 101, Seasonal
Desserts, Local Flavours, Healthy Eating 101, A
Day with the Chef, Thrills on the Grill, Kids R’
Kookin’ and many more. Prices start at $129 per
person. May 1-Oct 5.
Discover Charlottetown Experiences
6 Prince Street
Indulge in the very best Charlottetown has to offer
by taking part in one of our unique “behind the
scenes” activities. These one of a kind experiences
offer an insiders view of some of Charlottetown’s
most treasured locations and activities.
Open air market located between Dorchester and
Grafton Street in downtown Charlottetown. A
mixture of primary producers selling locally
grown food produce, food service vendors and
local artisans. There’s also local musical
entertainment playing while you shop. Seasonal:
Sunday’s only July 2-Sept 17, 11:00am- 4:00pm.
Experience PEI
274 Salutation Cove Road
Bedeque, PE
866.887.3238
www.experiencepei.ca
Experience PEI specializes in providing
unique, hands-on learning experiences
that allow visitors to interact with Islanders
doing things like oyster tonging, clam
digging, lobster fishing, chocolate making,
sand sculpting....more than 20 different
activities designed to make your Island visit
a truly memorable experience.
Founders’ Hall Canada’s Birthplace
Pavilion and Charlottetown Visitor
Information Centre
6 Prince Street
800.955.1864; 902.368.1864
www.foundershall.ca
Experience Canada's story first hand at
Founders' Hall, Canada's birthplace pavilion!
This tribute to Charlottetown's important role
in Canadian history as the "Birthplace of
Canada" will take you through the pages of
Canadian history beginning with the
Charlottetown Conference in 1864.
Founders’ Hall is your one stop shop for all
tourism information and vacation needs.
Vacation planners are available for booking
accommodations, restaurant reservations, and
various tours across the Island.
Fox Meadow Golf & Country Club
167 Kinlock Road
Stratford, PE C1B 1J7
877.569.8337
www.foxmeadow.pe.ca
Located 7 minutes from downtown
Charlottetown. Rated “places to play” by
Golf Digest and “best service and
clubhouse” by Score magazine. Four (4) star
rated. Groups welcome.
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Harbour Hippo
Prince Edward Boat Tours
Horizon Tours
Prince Edward Island Brewing Company
Murphy’s Community Centre
Prince Edward Tours - Grayline
Lower Prince Street (next to Founders’ Hall)
902.628.TOUR
www.harbourhippo.com
Discover historic Charlottetown by land and sea
aboard our amphibious vehicle. Tour historic
Charlottetown, and then “splash” into the water
for a relaxing harbour cruise. Our 55-minute
tours will excite and amaze you!
902.314.4563
www.horizontours.ca
We offer tours of Prince Edward Island
communities & attractions. All tours are
individually customized to suit your interests.
Explore PEI in our clean reliable mini vans.
We can accommodate 1-18 people. Our
drivers are courteous & have an extensive
knowledge of the Island.
200 Richmond Street
902.892.1719
www.murphyscommunitycentre.com
Prince Edward Island's destination of choice for
concerts, Christmas parties, special events,
fundraisers and weddings. Simply the best
quality & prices for food & beverage! The MCC is
your home for Community, Cultural & Recreational Events in Downtown Charlottetown.
Peakes Wharf Boat Tours
1 Great George Street
902.566.4458
www.quartermastermarine.com
Cruise Charlottetown’s scenic harbour and
beyond and watch as we pull up a lobster
trap. Experience a seal or sunset cruise. We
have four daily sailing trips, Charters available
for up to 35 people.
1 Weymouth Street
Charlottetown, PE
902.566.5259
www.PrinceEdwardBoatTours.com
All Aboard! Experience Charlottetown's
Stage on the Seas with our onboard nightly
entertainment series, or the Island's only
floating boardroom!
126 Sydney Street
Charlottetown, PE
902.626.2337
www.gahan.ca
A true favourite for Islanders and visitors alike,
Gahan beer is best enjoyed on one of the
many fine restaurant patios across PEI. To add
a microbrewery tour to your list of things to
do, contact the Gahan House Brewery.
18 Queen Street
Charlottetown, PE
877.286.6532
www.PrinceEdwardTours.com
Allow the Island’s premier tour operator
and only authorized Grayline provider to
show you around Charlottetown. Tours
featuring Charlottetown, Anne of Green
Gables, Scenic Island Drive and custom
tours available.
Red Shores Racetrack & Casino
21 Exhibition Drive
877.620.4222
www.redshores.ca
Discover the thrill of live harness racing or
simulcast action in our simulcast theatres.
Enjoy the fun with over 200 slot
machines, and poker tables featuring
live Texas Hold em’. You must be 19 years or
older to play, purchase or redeem Atlantic
Lottery gaming products at Red Shores.
Saga Sailing Adventures
902.672.1222
www.sagasailing.com
Cruise on a 36’ sailboat across the blue waters of
PEI. Group rates are available with
a minimum of 10 customers. Catering is available or
bring your own. Sailing time is approximately 2 1/2
hours, with departures at 10am, 1pm & 5pm.
The Guild
155 Richmond Street
902.620.3333
www.theguildpei.com
The Guild, in the heart of downtown Charlottetown,
showcases the best of island culture. Our air
conditioned, licensed, wheelchair accessible space
presents works of emerging and established artists in
theatre, music, visual arts, and dance.
Top Notch Lobster Tours
2 Prince Street
Charlottetown, PE
902.626.6689
www.markscharters.com
Featured on “Live with Kelly & Regis”, be in the
middle of the action and experience what it feels
like to be a real lobster fisherman. Learn about
history, biology, conservation & habitants. Then
enjoy a lobster meal right on board “Top Notch”.
Victoria Park
902.566.5548
www.city.charlottetown.pe.ca/victoriapark.php
The largest of Charlottetown’s many parks, Victoria
offers a variety of outdoor activities including tennis
courts, ball parks, grassy fields, swimming pool, and
playground. Islanders flock to Victoria park year round
but despite its popularity, the park retains the feeling of
pleasurable isolation that comes with Island living.
confederation players walking
tours and re-enactments
History comes alive when you stroll Charlottetown’s historic district with the
Confederation Players, a troupe of costumed, bilingual Canadians, trained as
living Fathers and Ladies of Confederation. Tours available in July & August.
Photo: Stephen Desro
Featured Walking Tours & Re-enactments:
Historic Great George Street The Ghostly Realm
(Available in English 11:00am/
French 3:00pm)
Stroll down one of Canada’s greatest
historic streets where every building
and street corner has a story to tell.
Canadian heroes like Sir John A.
MacDonald and Sir George-Étienne
Cartier share the historical sidewalk
with town criers, “schemers” and
tavern sweepers.
(Available in English 7:30pm
everyday but Sunday)
Challenge your belief in the
supernatural in this storied walk
through Charlottetown’s historic
streets. Bloody murders haunt
quiet Gaelic communities, ominous
church bells announce watery
graves, and Acadian witches plague
soldiers with mournful song!
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Parks Canada Historical Re-enactments
Series – Life in 1864
Come and join the Confederation Players, a talented bilingual
group of historical interpreters who will introduce you to the
finer points of life in 1864. These mini vignettes will take place
daily next to Province House, National Historic Site of Canada,
with a different performance every day of the week! We invite
you to interact with these historical figures and learn more
about the birth of this great nation! Historical re-enactments
are offered complimentary and are subject to weather
conditions. Times subject to change.
Call to confirm 800.565.0278 or visit our website for more information www.charlottetownfestival.com
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It is appropriate that Sir John A Macdonald, Canada'a first Prime
Minister, should be overlooking this prominent corner of Queen
and Richmond Streets, in the Birthplace of Confederation. He is
there waiting patiently for you to have a discussion on the importance of Canada and though we may have played hard-to-get, he
will describe the integral role Charlottetown had in its formation
as host of the Charlottetown Conference in 1864. But more likely,
in typical Sir John A fashion, he'd just like for you to drop by for a
chat.
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brewing company
On July 21st, 2008, The Gahan House Brewery, PEI's first brewery, made
Island history by bottling two of their original handcrafted ales. Four
years later, the Gahan specialty ales have become part of something
even bigger, the Prince Edward Island Brewing Company. They
currently have a diverse selection of product, including 2011 Canadian
Brewing Awards gold medal winner Sir John A’s Honey Wheat Ale, a
light golden brew with honey tones; Island Red, a medium-bodied
amber ale with caramel overtones; Iron Horse Brown, a full-bodied ale
with a roasted malt flavour and chocolate finish; and 1772 IPA, a
copper ale high in alcohol with a very bitter finish. Seasonal brews,
such as Pumpkin Ale, Special Bitter, or Lager are often available on tap
at the historic Gahan House Brewery on Sydney Street.
Try one of these delicious ales at one of many restaurants across the
Island, pick it up from one of PEI’s liquor stores or immerse yourself in
the microbrewery process by taking part in a brewery tour. You will
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a city of
culture, arts &
entertainment
charlottetown thrives on its arts
and culture.
Theatre performances, dance events, music concerts, literary readings, art openings
and craft shows all find their place in the city’s busy schedule. Almost any evening of
the week throughout the year you can have your pick of an exhibit or poetry reading,
live theatre performance or traditional ceilidh. While at first glance you might be
misled by the city’s compact size and lack of crowds, there’s a wealth of art and
cultural events just waiting to be sampled. In 2011, Charlottetown was named a
Cultural Capital of Canada.
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enjoy charlottetown culture
for free
• The Gallery @ The Guild is a public gallery that celebrates the
talents of artists from all disciplines.
• Confederation Centre Young Company performs a free
55 minute show about Canada and Canadians showcasing our
country’s rich diversity through stories, dance, and song.
Les Feux Follets blends the traditional and the contemporary,
the authentic and the theatrical! Daily Monday to Saturday at
the outdoor amphitheatre, next to Province House.
• Discover Canada and discover yourself! Visit the Confederation
Centre Art Gallery, a national arts institution dedicated to
preserving and celebrating the origins and evolution of Canada
as a nation and its citizens.
• Enjoy live outdoor jazz all summer long while you dine at any
of the great restaurants on Victoria Row.
• Join the Confederation Players as they introduce you to the
finer points of life in 1864. Mini vignettes take place daily next
to Province House, National Historic Site of Canada. Historical
Re-enactments are offered complimentary, weather permitting.
July & August.
• Peakes Wharf summer concert series is a FREE outdoor
concert on the beautiful Charlottetown waterfront that takes
place 7 afternoons and 7 nights a week (all shows weather
permitting). There is a wide variety of local entertainers
including Eddie Quinn, Joey Kitson, Kendall Docherty, Gord
Belsher & Richard Wood (with the ever popular Keltic Kids).
Heather Ogg Photography
harness racing
The legendary Charlottetown Driving Park, known as the
"Kentucky of Canada", was established in 1888. For well over 100
years, Island residents and visitors alike have delighted in the
time-honoured tradition of harness racing. This location, only
minutes from downtown, is one of Canada’s premier harness
racing facilities and live racing is enjoyed seasonally with simulcast racing available daily, year round. During your visit to
Charlottetown, make it a point to visit their new state of the art
25 million dollar facility, home of ‘RED SHORES Racetrack &
Casino.’
the music scene
Charlottetown has one of the most vibrant music scenes in the
country. Other cities in Canada ten times the size don't have as
much going on in terms of live original music.
On any given summer day or night, visitors and locals alike can
take in a wide variety of musical entertainment ranging from free
outdoor music provided in wonderful spaces like Victoria Row and
Peake’s Quay to pubs like Hunter’s Ale House, Baba's Lounge and
Fishbones or intimate shows at Marc's Studio and ceilidhs (kitchen
parties) at the Benevolent Irish Society. Add to that mix theatres
like the Mack, the Guild and the Confederation Centre of the Arts
and you have an incredible variety of choices almost every day.
The music ranges from Celtic, Blues, Folk, Country, Jazz, Pop, Rock,
Classical and more. Island artists have been making a name for
themselves across Canada and around the world.
Founders’ Hall Visitor Information Centre
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center of the music universe
Where is the center of the Charlottetown music universe
you ask? Pop into Back Alley Music downtown and
you will quickly find out. Co-owner Pat Deighan will
greet you surrounded by the best music collection in
town, and a big chunk of it is local artists, proudly
displayed on the feature wall. It is staggering
to see how much quality music has come out of the
“little city by the sea”.
Hang around for a bit and chances are local legends like
Chas Guay, Catherine MacLellan or John Connolly may come strolling in for a visit and
catch up on the latest gossip. Lead singer of Two Hours Traffic Liam Corcoran might drop in for a coffee or the
boys from Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys may be found on the front step jamming for passersby.
Occasionally you will see Nathan Gill or Jeremy Gaudet (lead singers of North Lakes and Boxer the Horse respectively) or Nudie (of Nudie and the Turks) behind the counter while Pat is out on the road with rock band In Flight
Safety. I love this town, and the biggest reason is the music community. It is made up of an interesting and lovable
cast of incredibly talented characters who are so supportive of each other.
Rob Oakie - Executive Director, Music PEI
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a
cultural
legacy
the cultural hub of charlottetown
covers a city block in the central business district, bounded on
three sides by Grafton Street, Queen Street, and Victoria Row.
What once was Queen's Square, the site of the old Charlottetown marketplace, is now the Confederation Centre of the
Arts. One of Canada's premier live theatre houses, the Centre
features professional musical theatre, free outdoor performances, gallery exhibitions, dining and shopping.
Built in the 1960s, the Confederation Centre of the Arts officially
opened to the public on October 6, 1964 by Queen Elizabeth II.
It is Canada's only national memorial to the Fathers of Confederation; who met for the Charlottetown Conference in September
1864. The Confederation Centre celebrates the dream of confederation, shared by all Canadians – to create a place where our
country’s history and multicultural character is celebrated and
where the talents of its people are nurtured and showcased.
Each summer the Centre hosts The Charlottetown Festival, a
musical theatre festival which attracts Canada’s top performers
from cross sections of the nation’s culture. From the talents of
Jeff Hyslop; Tony Award winner Brent Carver; film star Beverly
D'Angelo; comedienne Andrea Martin; TV star Sheila McCarthy
and Marilyn Lightstone, and TV legends Wayne and Shuster.
“Something wonderful has happened in Charlottetown,” wrote
eminent theatre critic Nathan Cohen one year after the Confederation Centre opened. “The Charlottetown Festival has become
a major focus for the theatre arts in Canada . . .”
Over the years, the Festival has debuted more than 70 new
musical theatre productions. Stage hits include Johnny Belinda,
Emily, Canada Rocks! A Musical Revue, Hairspray, Buddy: The
Buddy Holly Story, and the internationally renowned,
Confederation Centre Young Company - This year
features a show about Canada and Canadians showcasing our country’s rich diversity through stories, dance,
and song. Les Feux Follets blends the traditional and
the contemporary, the authentic and the theatrical!
Confederation Centre Art Gallery - Atlantic Canada’s
largest Art Gallery, open year round, showcases
Canadian talent at its best. Admission is by donation.
Anne of Green Gables – The Musical™. Since its premiere,
on July 27, 1965 more than 3.3 million people have seen
Anne™, Canada’s longest running musical.
As the largest main stage live theatre house in Atlantic
Canada, the Confederation Centre’s Homburg Theatre
rivals big city entertainment. Discover the best in
Canadian visual and performing arts by visiting the
Confederation Centre of the Arts.
www.confederationcentre.com | 800.565.0278
2012
Ring of Fire | June 20-September 29
Full of love and emotion, humour and empathy, Ring of Fire: The
Music of Johnny Cash pays tribute to the legendary man in black
with, dance, comedy, stories, tragedy and love.
Anne of Green Gables – The Musical™ | July 9-September 26
It’s a journey for your senses. In its 48th year, experience this
Broadway calibre production. New sets and projections, choreography and an incredible cast; your imagination will thank you!
Come-All-Ye | July 5-September 1
The show that depicts what P.E.I. is like beyond the travel
brochures. Learn what distinguishes Islanders from all others,
through new comedy, new Songs, and Patrick Ledwell’s ever
hilarious take on Island life.
The Kitchen Witches | July 13-September 15
Stirring up laughter this summer is the story of Dolly and her
nemesis, Isobel who are cast in the same TV cooking show. It's a
foolproof recipe for chaos and comedy as the two arch rivals do
their best to upstage each other. These "kitchen witches" are
cooking up a storm!
For Tickets and schedules - 800.565.0278
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unforgettable experiences
The Secret World of
Anne of Green Gables
- The Musical™
Go where the public never gets
to go...backstage of Anne of
Green Gables - The Musical™.
There's almost 50 years of
history in the back halls of
Confederation Centre of the
Arts and amazing secrets
seldom shared with outsiders.
While you visit the magical
world of the wardrobe
department, you'll explore
hundreds of costumes and be
transported back in time to
1964 when the first musical
took to the stage.
The costume designers will
share stories of the organized
confusion that goes on behind
the scenes of such a major
theatre production and have
you in stitches with their "for
your ears only" tales. Then, just
like real actors, the costumers
will measure, fit you...and take
your picture!
When you leave, you'll be given
the photo of you in your
costume and an autographed
heritage souvenir program.
When you return for the
evening performance you'll be
taken to your seats for Anne of
Green Gables - The Musical™.
Available: Tuesdays from
July 10 - September 25.
Beaconsfield Revealed
The Chef's Table
When James Peake built Beaconsfield
in 1877, it was considered one of the
most elegant and expensive houses on
the Island and even today it’s still one
of our grandest homes. Unfortunately,
Peake was destined to enjoy Beaconsfield for a very short time - a time
filled with triumphs and tragedies.
Chef Kurtis Ellis loves to
cook...and he loves sharing his
culinary secrets with other
people who love to cook. That's
why he's opened up his beautiful
kitchen at Simple Pleasures
Intimate Catering to show you
some of the techniques he uses
to wow his private dinner
guests.
You’ll find his story absolutely
fascinating as told by his illustrious
father-in-law Thomas Heath Haviland.
He’ll pick you up at Founders’ Hall in a
horse-drawn carriage and on the way
to Beaconsfield regale you with great
stories of the shipbuilding era of the
1800s. When you reach Beaconsfield
you’ll learn the tragic tale of the rise
and fall of James Peake as you tour
the wonderful home he built for his
wife and family. Following the tour,
you will join T H Haviland in the
Carriage House for some lemonade
and ginger cookies and there you’ll
learn a few Victorian dance steps and
get to participate in the kind of dance
that was popular in the day. On the
carriage ride back to Founders' Hall,
Thomas will take you by Fanningbank
where he lived while he was the
Lieutenant Governor.
As a Father of Confederation, he was
instrumental in convincing Islanders
to eventually join Canada and he'll
show you Province House where the
Confederation Conference took place
in 1864. When the carriage ride ends,
he'll bid you farewell with one final
tale of life in Charlottetown over 200
years ago.
Available: Wednesday Afternoons
during July and August
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Using some of the Island's finest
ingredients, you'll start off
preparing a tapas menu of
steamed Island blue mussels,
quahogs (cherry stone clams)
and fresh tomato bruschetta on
a baguette.
Kurtis will teach you his easy
way of opening a quahog,
considered a delicacy by many
Islanders. For the main course,
you're in for a real treat - Island
raised beef tenderloin. There's a
real art in cooking beef to the
perfect point but like everything
else Chef Kurtis does, it's
actually quite simple. Then you'll
create your own salad dressing
to adorn a side dish of Island
greens. End the evening with the
creation of a traditional Island
biscuit covered in local fruit and
whipped cream.
Available: Daily by
appointment.
Field to Fork
Cooking the Island Way
Prince Edward Island has been
called the "million acre farm" so it's
not unusual for our food to come
from only a few kilometres from
our homes. It doesn't get much
fresher than that and Chef John
Pritchard delights in creating
amazing dishes featuring Island
products.
If you're here on a Wednesday or
Saturday, John will meet you at the
Charlottetown Farmers' Market and
he'll introduce you to the producers
he gets his ingredients from. We
can't tell you what you'll be
preparing later because that will be
decided by what's available at the
Market. Then it's off to John's
favourite butcher/seafood shop to
pick out what will be paired with
the fresh veggies and herbs. (Don't
worry if you're not here on Market
days. John has his own kitchen
garden and has farmers bring
produce right to his door. You're
still in for an amazing culinary
experience!).
In John's state of the art kitchen,
you'll take part in the prep work
determining the final menu,
working on the appetizers and
desserts while learning all about
proper knife work, portioning and
alternate cooking methods. John
will also share his secrets for how
to plate the perfect meal so it looks
just as good as it tastes.
Available: Daily by appointment. 2:00 pm-8:00 pm.
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Indulge in the very best Charlottetown has to offer by taking part in one of our
unique “behind the scenes” activities. These one of a kind experiences offer an
insider’s view of some of Charlottetown’s most treasured locations.
Charlottetown
Heritage Quest
Explore Charlottetown's
fascinating history at your own
pace, on your own schedule with
our unique walking adventure.
You'll set off from Founders' Hall
with some cleverly crafted (yet
simple) clues that will lead you
on your journey back in time to
when the shipyards were
bustling and the streets were
just red clay.
At each stop you'll be challenged
to find the solutions to our
customized crossword puzzle.
The quest will take you
throughout the downtown area
and should take 2-3 hours
depending on your pace and
how long you linger at each
stop.
You can also stop for refreshments or something to eat so
how much time you take is
totally up to you. You'll see
some of Charlottetown's
impressive heritage homes, learn
about our military past and the
impact of Irish settlement and of
course, our critical role in the
creation of Canada. When you
return to Founders' Hall, show
your completed crossword
puzzle to claim your reward.
Available: Daily at Founders'
Hall, 2 Prince Street. Can be
booked in advance or just
show up.
A Night at the Track
Sunset Savour & Sail
Culinary Boot Camps
From the outside, Charlottetown looks like a quaint quiet
place, but we do have a wild
side.
You'll be greeted at the
Charlottetown Yacht Club by
Saga Captain Kurt Martell and
welcomed aboard The Saga - a
beautiful 36' sloop and PEI's
largest charter sailboat. You
can either relax or if you want,
you can take a hand at the
wheel or help hoist a sail.
Charlottetown is home to what
many feel is Canada's premiere
culinary school and we've
arranged for you to get inside
to experience what it's like to
become a top chef.
When the horses are thundering down the home stretch and
the action at the Texas Hold'em
tables is underway, the
atmosphere at Red Shores
Racetrack and Casino is
electric.
Let us introduce you to the
Island harness racing tradition
and the excitement of our very
own casino. It’s
Vegas....Charlottetown-style!
No matter what day you're
here, we have a great Island
experience awaiting you.
You must be 19 years or older
to play, purchase or redeem
Atlantic Lottery gaming
products at Red Shores.
Available: Seasonal by
appointment.
After leaving the dock, you'll
sail out into the harbour past
rocky sandstone cliffs and
beautiful beaches as we head
along the Island's south shore
of the Northumberland Strait.
While our chef tempts you
with his delectable tapas
creations you may see Blue
Herons, Ospreys and Bald
Eagles overhead or Sandpipers
along the shore. A curious seal
may even swim up for a look.
Check out the historic
Blockhouse Lighthouse and the
site of Port-La-Joye-Fort
Amherst that protected the
entrance to the harbour in the
1800's.
The Culinary Institute of
Canada will provide you with
the opportunity to enjoy the
unique cultural experience of
working with some of their
finest chefs learning about
Island seafood, meats and
other locally produced fresh
produce.
Choose from half day to full
day experiences, each one
designed to teach you new
cooking skills while having a
great time in the Institute's
state of the art facilities.
Available: May - October.
With the sun setting as a back
drop, you'll head back into the
harbour.
Available: Daily June October. Must be booked a
minimum of 48 hours in
advance.
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you will discover everything from
elegant clothing stores to funky
boutiques in our coastal city.
Charlottetown is brimming with an array of shopping options and
gifted artisans. On a stroll through the historic streets you will find that
many of our friendly craftspeople have working studios that encourage
you to go in and experience their talent first hand.
The two main shopping districts are the downtown area and the
Charlottetown Mall on the outskirts of town. The Charlottetown Mall is
easily accessed by car, public bus, bicycle, or on foot. For a picturesque
downtown shopping excursion, stroll through the shops on the Historic
Charlottetown Waterfront (open all summer), then up Queen St., and
down Victoria Row (pedestrians only). The Confederation Court Mall,
filled with neat stores, is downtown and covers a whole city block.
A Maritime Girl
222 University Ave. (Red Door)
Charlottetown, PE
amaritimegirl@yahoo.ca
www.amaritimegirl.ca
Creative works specializing in One of a Kind accessories for women.
Find Sterling wire Jewelry using authentic Sea Glass and Urban Art
inspired Painted bags/totes. You might also find some original art.
Gail's studio and gallery is open seasonally, and by chance.
The Showcase - Confederation Centre of the Arts
Back Alley Music
902.367.3311
www.backalleymusic.ca
Back Alley Music is more of a musical community centre than a store
but we do sell new and used vinyl and cd's, tapes, 8 tracks, and
everything in between. We also have a very extensive collection of the
very talented local and Maritime music scene.
100 Belvedere Avenue,
Charlottetown, PE
902.626.3373
www.charlottetownfarmersmarket.com
Whether you're looking for fresh produce, baked goodies, or works of
art, the Charlottetown Farmer’s Market is a wonderful place to visit.
Every Saturday 9am - 2pm. Open seasonally on Wednesdays.
Confederation Court Mall
902.894.9505
www.confedcourtmall.com
Located in the centre of Downtown Charlottetown, it is Atlantic
Canada’s most unique shopping experience, featuring brand name
fashions, gift, crafts, boutiques, food service and more.
COWS
Anne of Green Gables Chocolates
100 Queen Street
Charlottetown, PE
C1A 4B1
902.368.3131
www.annechocolates.com
Watch famous chocolate covered potato chips being made in our
beautiful gift shop in historic Charlottetown. We make our chocolates
by hand the old-fashioned way using fresh, high quality ingredients.
We offer gift baskets for all occasions.
Corner of Queen & Grafton Streets in Charlottetown (Year Round)
Peake’s Wharf (May–October)
902.892.6969
www.cows.ca
COWS is a fun and creative Island Company that serves up world
famous, Super Premium Ice Cream in hand made waffle cones. COWS
stores delight the senses with their unique line of whimsical clothing
and fun gifts.
Anne of Green Gables Store
166 Richmond St. (Victoria Row)
902.892.2233
www.detailspastandpresent.com
Featuring original work by PEI’s finest artists as well as regional and
international artists. We carry original paintings, etchings, art pottery,
blown and fused glass Textiles and designer jewellery. Serving art
collectors for over 18 years. In the heart of the heritage district.
110 Queen Street
902.368.2663
www.annestore.com
We offer a wonderful collection of all things “Anne”. You’ll find dolls,
books, posters, DVD’s, cd’s, souvenirs and much more. We’re just steps
away from the Confederation Centre of the Arts.
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Details, Past & Present
Open air market located between Dorchester and Grafton Street in
downtown Charlottetown. A mixture of primary producers selling
locally grown food produce, food service vendors and local artisans.
There’s also local musical entertainment playing while you shop.
Seasonal: Sunday’s Only July 2-Sept 17, 11:00am- 4:00pm
Dynamic Fitness Inc
133 Queen Street
902.892.5504
www.dynamicfitnesspei.ca
PEI’s premier lifestyle-focused boutique featuring Oakley & RayBan,
Alternative Apparel, and more popular styles in fitness wear. Fitness
Studio, offering a wide range of fitness services including Hot Yoga,
Conditioning and Pilates. New workout gear to a new workout plan, DFI
meets your needs.
Jem’s Boutique
102A Queen Street
902.894.1457
www.jemsboutique.ca
Jem’s Boutique offers clothing that is stylish and comfortable,
highlighting Canadian designers using quality fabric. Accessories
include leather shoes, designer handbags and jewellery which include
silver, gemstones, pearls and Swarovski crystals.
Luna Eclectic Emporium
111A Grafton St.
902.892.5862
Charlottetown's most unique shop! Great selection of clothing,
accessories, home decor, stationery, kids stuff and vintage candy! Truly
something for everyone. Shoe brands include Toms, Hunter, Miz Mooz,
Mia, Havaianas, Native and more!
GGGallery
McAskill’s Studio
Happy Glass
Michael Stanley Pottery
146 Richmond Street
902.370.3778
www.gggallery.ca
This creative Gallery, located in the heart of Charlottetown on Victoria
Row, is infused with color and dynamic art ~ offering a very unique
variety of local artwork, glassware and jewellery.
126 Richmond Street
902.892.3307
www.happyglass.ca
A hidden treasure on Victoria Row. A second floor flame-worked glass
and silver jewellery working studio and boutique. A celebration of light
and colour. Happy Glass makes you smile.
26 Beasley Avenue
Charlottetown, PE C1A 5Z3
902.566.3416
www.mcaskillwoodworking.com
Our studio has a beautiful selection of PEI crafts, pottery, woodworking, fused glass and metal work. Gifts can be engraved with your
artwork and make a great island memory.
89 Water Street,
Charlottetown PE, C1A 1A5
902.393.2339
www.michaelstanleypottery.com
Come watch pottery being made year round, with daily demos, inside
the gallery! Red stoneware and porcelain clay drinking vessels and
dishware. Custom gifts, and wedding registries. Artwork by Michelle
MacCallum, and selected works by Malcolm Stanley. All PEI made!
Northern Watters Knitwear
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Moonsnail Soapworks
85 Water Street
902.892.7627, 888.771.7627
www.ilovemoonsnail.ca
Handcrafting a full line of soap and natural bodycare creations
daily- come learn about soapmaking! Unique PEI gifts like Red
Clay & Kelp Soap and Island Salt Scrub. Browse for local crafts in
our shop.
Nessya’s Gems & Jewels
64 Queen St.
Charlottetown, PE
902.367.3392
www.nessyasgems.com
Nessya's Gems offers the finest selection of Sterling Silver and
Semi Precious Stones jewellery in Atlantic Canada at the best
affordable prices. We also offer beautiful fashion jewellery and
Wedding jewellery.
Northern Watters Knitwear
150 Richmond Street
902.566.5850, 800.565.9665
www.nwknitwear.com
Home of “World Famous” 100% British Wool Sweaters &
accessories made on site. Also the largest PEI Craft Store, open
year round. We carry yarns, sheep skin products, wool blankets
and preserves.
Paderno
Peake’s Wharf & North River Causeway
Charlottetown, PE
902.629.1500; 800-A.New.Pot
www.paderno.com
Some of the world’s finest cookware comes from PEI and now
you can enjoy direct from the factory savings of 40-70%. If you
like to cook.... you’ll love this store.
Peake’s Wharf - Historic Waterfront Merchants
Peake’s Wharf, Charlottetown, PE
Historic Waterfront
A special collection of merchants who are right on the
Charlottetown Waterfront; Peake’s Wharf offers something for
everyone: crafts, clothing, fine gifts, souvenirs, and great live
Island music.
Quilting B & More
199 Prince Street
902.628.1998
www.quiltingb.ca
Current lines of first quality cotton quilting fabrics, books,
patterns, threads, notions, Kwik Sew Dealer, Bernina, PFAFF and
Singer sewing machines, Anne of Green Gables fabrics. We ship
worldwide.
The Showcase
145 Richmond Street
902.628.6149
Browse our beautiful gift shop. We specialize in unique giftware,
Island handcrafts, jewelry, clothing, and of course, Anne of
Green Gables memorabilia.
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charlottetown’s city
squares
Rochford Square
stroll beneath the elms
Large, beautiful trees play an important role in our identity,
lovingly sharing the skyline with our rich wood and brick built
history. Arbor Day was founded in Nebraska in 1872, and a dozen
years later, Charlottetown began to celebrate this important trend
in urban beautification. On our first Arbor Day, over 300 trees were
planted in our city squares, with many prominent citizens taking
up the cause and lining their streets with trees. We still enjoy the
fruits of their labors, and we continue to embrace the tradition.
We are proud of the life these trees bring to our streetscape, and
we are sure you will appreciate the ambience they have helped
create in this special little capital. Thanks to the efforts of our
residents that make our city clean and welcoming, Charlottetown
consistently receives acclaim for its beautification initiatives.
When you are in downtown Charlottetown, you are
never more than two blocks away from any one of the
four city squares: Rochford, King, Connaught or
Hillsborough. A visit to any one of them provides a
peaceful haven, a storybook view, and plenty of space
for children to vent their energies. Although there
have been times when their future has been threatened, they have become more appreciated as the time
passes, recognized for the vital role they play in our
downtown core. The city squares have rich histories,
each developing a personality and charm from its
surrounding streetscape.
The City of Charlottetown has been recognized in the
National Communities in Bloom competition many times and
last year won the International Large Population Category,
beating competitors from across the globe.
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The City of Charlottetown is a flourishing community
of over 32,000 people located on the south shore of Prince Edward Island.
Charlottetown is the capital city of Prince Edward Island, and is called the
“Birthplace of Confederation” after the historic 1864 Charlottetown Conference which led to Confederation.
In 1864, Charlottetown hosted a conference of political delegates from around the region and out of that historic event,
Canada was born. Today, a visit to Prince Edward Island’s beautiful capital city still promises to be eventful.
Charlottetown offers all that you are looking for in your meeting and convention destination or family holiday. Charlottetown
has a rich heritage visible through magnificent architecture. Overlooking a scenic natural harbour formed by the
junction of three major rivers, it is the commercial, government, educational and cultural centre of the Province.
As an established tourism destination, Charlottetown is a mecca for theatre, festivals and events, art galleries, historical
sites, restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Although steeped in history, Charlottetown features thoroughly modern
accommodations and convention facilities, and technically superior venues.
We’re a city that loves company and we’re proud to offer you our hospitality!
Wayne Long
Events Development Officer
City of Charlottetown
902.629.4023
wlong@charlottetown.ca
www.charlottetown.ca
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Coming in 2013, the Prince Edward Island Convention Centre will boast
stunning waterfront views and over 50,000 square feet of meeting space.
Réunions et Congrès
Île-du-Prince-Édouard
Contact us, we love to talk about our Island.
800.955.1864
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info@peimc.com

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