Plan your festive itinerary with ease in Prince Edward. Our guide has all the top holiday events and activities. For both Prince Edward locals and visitors, our guide is the ultimate resource for holiday activities.
This season, the Winter Festival of Lights awaits with its stunning displays illuminating the night sky, creating a magical atmosphere for all. Beyond that, the Charlottetown Christmas Festival features captivating performances and local artisan markets, enriching the holiday spirit with unique offerings. And the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing festive traditions and agricultural excellence. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Prince Edward
- Winter Festival of Lights (Niagara Falls)
- Christmas Lights Across Canada (Ottawa)
- The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair (Toronto)
- Charlottetown Christmas Festival (Charlottetown)
- Christmas at Casa Loma (Toronto)
- Victorian Christmas Market (Charlottetown)
- Christmas Town: A Whoville Inspired Village (Charlottetown)
- RED BARN CHRISTMAS MARKET (Wellington)
- COUNTYLICIOUS (Picton)
- Mistletoe Market (Charlottetown)
See these and even more events listed below!
Prince Edward Holiday Light Displays
Winter Festival of Lights
What to Expect:
Spectacular outdoor light displays with a self-guided hot chocolate trail.
Description:
The Winter Festival of Lights in Niagara Falls features over 3 million lights and 75+ displays, transforming the city into a colorful winter spectacle. Visitors can explore the festival route on foot or by car, and warm up with the Hot Chocolate Trail, which includes over 20 stops with unique chocolatey concoctions.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Winter Festival of Lights
Christmas Lights Across Canada
What to Expect:
Multimedia projection combining digital imagery and music on Parliament Hill.
Description:
Thousands of dazzling lights illuminate Parliament Hill and national monuments in Ottawa and Gatineau, symbolically linking Canadians across the country.
Where: Ottawa | More Info: Christmas Lights Across Canada
Prince Edward Holiday Markets and Shopping
MERRY MERRY MOTEL
What to Expect:
Ugly Sweater Party with festive activities and holiday movies.
Description:
The MERRY MERRY MOTEL at The June Motel transforms into a holiday haven with activities like wreath making, an Ugly Sweater Party, and holiday movies. Guests enjoy welcome mugs of mulled wine, toasty campfires, and hot dogs and s'mores.
Where: Picton | More Info: MERRY MERRY MOTEL
RED BARN CHRISTMAS MARKET
What to Expect:
Unique holiday market with local vendors and a garden bar.
Description:
The Red Barn Christmas Market is a vibrant holiday event featuring a variety of vendors, a garden bar, and festive atmosphere.
Where: Wellington | More Info: RED BARN CHRISTMAS MARKET
MCKINNON BROTHERS BREWERY HOLIDAY MARKET
What to Expect:
Unique blend of local artisans and festive activities.
Description:
The MacKinnon Brothers Brewery Holiday Market features over 50 local artisan and food vendors, offering a variety of gifts and seasonal items. Activities include photos with Santa, cookie decorating, and sleigh rides. The event takes place at 1915 County Rd 22, Bath, ON, with a $10 cash admission for adults and free entry for children under 12.
Where: Bath | More Info: MCKINNON BROTHERS BREWERY HOLIDAY MARKET
Charlottetown Christmas Festival
What to Expect:
Holiday markets and unique shopping experiences.
Description:
The Charlottetown Christmas Festival transforms historic downtown Charlottetown into a storybook setting with the Victorian Christmas Market, Mistletoe Market, horse-drawn wagon rides, Breakfasts with Santa, Yuletide Walking Tours, and various children's entertainment.
Where: Charlottetown | More Info: Charlottetown Christmas Festival
Victorian Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Whoville-inspired decor and local shopping.
Description:
The Victorian Christmas Market in Charlottetown brings artisans, food vendors, and crafters together in a Whoville-inspired setting with live music, hot cocoa, and fire pits.
Where: Charlottetown | More Info: Victorian Christmas Market
Mistletoe Market
What to Expect:
Boutique open-air market with local vendors and live music.
Description:
The Mistletoe Market is a boutique open-air market in Downtown Charlottetown, featuring festive huts with local vendors, hot drinks, cozy seating, and live music.
Where: Charlottetown | More Info: Mistletoe Market
Indigenous Artisans Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Showcase of traditional Indigenous art and craftsmanship.
Description:
The Indigenous Artisans Christmas Market brings together over 50 talented Indigenous artisans from the Mi'kmaq Territory to showcase their unique art, including dreamcatchers, quill art, ribbon skirts, pottery, and beadwork.
Where: Charlottetown | More Info: Indigenous Artisans Christmas Market
Prince Edward Holiday Shows and Entertainment
LIVE @ the Centre Holiday Programming
What to Expect:
Diverse lineup of local and international holiday performances.
Description:
LIVE @ the Centre Holiday Programming features a diverse lineup of concerts, plays, and performances celebrating the holiday season with local and international artists.
Where: Charlottetown | More Info: LIVE @ the Centre Holiday Programming
Deck the Hall Series at Founders’ Food Hall
What to Expect:
Holiday music and culinary experiences in a festive setting.
Description:
The Deck the Hall Series at Founders’ Food Hall offers a variety of holiday activities, including culinary experiences, demos, kids' crafting events, and holiday music, creating a vibrant and engaging atmosphere for all.
Where: Charlottetown | More Info: Deck the Hall Series at Founders’ Food Hall
Breakfasts with Santa
What to Expect:
Intimate breakfast setting with Santa Claus.
Description:
Join Santa for a delightful breakfast filled with holiday cheer and special moments with the big man himself.
Where: Charlottetown | More Info: Breakfasts with Santa
Prince Edward Other Holiday Activities
COUNTYLICIOUS
What to Expect:
Celebrating local culinary talent with farm-to-table dining.
Description:
Countylicious is a culinary event featuring prix-fixe menus from 18 local restaurants in Prince Edward County, showcasing fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Where: Picton | More Info: COUNTYLICIOUS
Christmas Town: A Whoville Inspired Village
What to Expect:
Unique, handmade Whoville-inspired characters.
Description:
Explore a Whoville-inspired village featuring over 50 unique, handmade characters created by local artists Julie Doneff and Becca Griffin, clustered along Confederation Centre Plaza and Victoria Row in Charlottetown.
Where: Charlottetown | More Info: Christmas Town: A Whoville Inspired Village
Horse & Wagon Rides
What to Expect:
Traditional horse and wagon ride through historic downtown streets.
Description:
Take a traditional horse and wagon ride through the historic streets of downtown Charlottetown, enjoying the winter scenery and charm of the city.
Where: Charlottetown | More Info: Horse & Wagon Rides
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
What to Expect:
Largest combined indoor agriculture fair and international equestrian competition in the world.
Description:
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is a premier event celebrating Canadian agriculture, local food, and equestrian competitions. It features world-class horse shows, agricultural exhibitions, and a variety of food-focused attractions. The event is held annually in Toronto's Exhibition Place and offers something for everyone, from educational activities to family-friendly entertainment.
Where: Toronto | More Info: The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
Christmas at Casa Loma
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration in a historic castle setting.
Description:
Casa Loma transforms into a holiday wonderland with a 40ft tall tree in the Great Hall, eight signature trees by Canadian designers, and various activities including visits with Santa, festive arts and crafts, and wintery holiday mascots.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Christmas at Casa Loma
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Belleville (13 miles)
- Quinte West (20 miles)
- Kingston (41 miles)