Fall Events on Prince Edward Island

Sunny autumn days, festive gatherings, and a touch of spook-tacular fun make Prince Edward Island (PEI) an unforgettable place to be in the fall. As the leaves shift to vibrant shades and a chill makes its way into the air, the Island takes on a whole new personality. Travelling with Northumberland Ferries makes getting to the Island part of the adventure. Once you arrive, you’ll discover there’s no shortage of ways to embrace the season.

Sommo Festival is a two-day music festival featuring some of the biggest musical acts from Canada and around the world. Hosted in the heart of Cavendish, the event also highlights world-class chefs and local vendors. Come for the day or stay for the whole weekend. Either way, you are guaranteed to have an incredible experience.
 

PEI International Shellfish Festival is a four-day extravaganza featuring celebrity chefs and culinary demos, tastings and dining experiences, all alongside the best in East Coast entertainment, making it a quintessential Island experience. Indulge in the world's best oysters, mussels and lobster, and then stomp your feet at the biggest kitchen party in Atlantic Canada. 
 

Goolaholla!, PEI’s newest music festival, is a two-day boutique arts, music and camping festival that offers the perfect opportunity for one last hurrah before the cold weather sets in. Enjoy local and international musical acts, comedy, arts and more for a family-friendly weekend of fun.
 

Showcasing the freshest ingredients, renowned chefs and a Maritime authenticity that is unmatched, the iconic Fall Flavours Food & Drink Festival is PEI’s premier culinary celebration. Featuring a three-week-long schedule of unique events across the Island, there’s no shortage of incredible food to try, venues to explore and experiences to discover.

Embrace spooky season at the Charlottetown Scarecrow Festival. Against the backdrop of beautiful Charlottetown, you will find more than 800 scarecrows waiting in windows, on corners and adorning the streets. But the scarecrows are not the only eerie attraction in town; you can also find ghost tours, a séance reenactment and all kinds of family-friendly entertainment throughout the city all month long.  

Unconventional performances at unexpected locations find a home at the Island Fringe Festival. Drawing artists and audiences from across PEI and the country, this festival showcases exploratory entertainment in comedy, drama, puppetry, dance and more that are sure to entertain and inspire. 
 

Enjoy the remaining days of summer and dive into the sights, sounds and flavours of the fall harvest with a visit to PEI this autumn. Whether you’re looking for action-packed adventure or a laid-back getaway, a trip to PEI will always be memorable.

Start planning your getaway today.
 

Hero Image: Location: St. Peters, PEI / Credit: Tourism PEI / Photographer: Sander Meurs