Events for August 16, 2026
Brookvale Canada Cup
Mountain bikers will compete for the Brookvale Canada Cup this year on August 13–16 at the Brookvale Activity Park, located 25 km west of Charlottetown. The trails at Brookvale have become well-known…
Downtown Charlottetown Farmers Market
The Downtown Charlottetown Farmers Market is open every Sunday between 10 am–3 pm, from July 5 to October 4. Visitors will find more than 90 local vendors selling fresh produce,…
DiverseCity Festival
The DiverseCity Festival is returning for its 20th year, bringing celebrations to seven communities across Prince Edward Island this summer. The festival will kick off in Charlottetown on June 28…
Cloggeroo
Cloggeroo is gearing up for another PEI festival weekend, August 14–16, with over 50 musicians arriving in Three Rivers. The festival lives up to its community-minded approach, with plans for…
The Bog Tour
Beaconsfield Historic House announced the return of the Bog Tour, an immersive guided walking experience exploring the history of Charlottetown’s Bog neighbourhood. This powerful program honours the legacy of Prince…
Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead Lunch & Lecture Series: “Pioneer, Pastor, Extraordinaire—The Life and Work of Rev. Donald MacDonald (1783 – 1867)”
The Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead’s Lunch & Lecture Series returns this summer, with events taking place on Sundays at 1 pm throughout July and August. Each event begins with a…
Sunday Session
A Sunday Afternoon Tune Session featuring traditional music and craic takes place weekly on Sundays from 2–4 pm at The Old Triangle.
Mass for Shut Outs by Tanya Davis
Mass for Shut-Outs will be presented at the Victoria Playhouse on August 16 at 2 pm. This multidisciplinary performance plays with the shape of a Catholic mass to ask new…
The MacMaster Leahy Family
In the world of Canadian traditional music, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy are recognized for their platinum records and JUNO Awards. This August, the “First Family of Fiddle” will take…
Under the Spire Concert Series: Ella Fitzgerald Tribute ft. Dee Hernandez
Concerts return to Historic St. Mary’s in Indian River as Under the Spire Festival launches its 2026 season. This year’s lineup showcases diverse musical genres, including classical, folk, country, blues,…
Anne & Gilbert, The Musical
Anne & Gilbert, The Musical returns for its 22nd season this spring with a milestone debut: Island performer Holly Perry will take on the role of Anne Shirley for the…
The MacMaster Leahy Family
In the world of Canadian traditional music, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy are recognized for their platinum records and JUNO Awards. This August, the “First Family of Fiddle” will take…
Rock Barra Summer Concert Series: Lucy Farrell
The Rock Barra Summer Concert Series returns with events running weekly at 7:30 pm, July 13 through August 23 at the Rock Barra Artist Retreat in Souris. Performers are Lucy…
St. Margaret’s Kitchen Party & Square Dance
Beginning June 28 at 7:30 pm every Sunday, a family-friendly evening of traditional PEI fiddle music and songs by the Chaisson Trio with dancing and square dancing will be held…
The Summer Side Of Lightfoot — A Celebration Of The Man & His Music
An evening celebrating the music of Canadian troubadour Gordon Lightfoot at the Trailside. Nudie & The Sundowners will take the stage to perform the iconic songs that have defined generations.…
