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10+ Things To Do This Victorian Christmas Weekend
November 27, 2024
From breakfasts with Santa to magical markets and a spectacular Christmas parade, this Victorian Christmas Weekend (November 29 – December 1) in Charlottetown is brimming with holiday spirit. Here’s your guide to a weekend full of festive cheer!
1. Step Into A Storybook at The Victorian Christmas Market
With over 50 local artisan and food vendors, you can check off your Christmas gift list in no time! Snuggle up for a horse and wagon ride, enjoy the sounds of live carolling, and sip a warm drink by the firepit. Visit Santa, watch live ice sculpting, and treat yourself to fresh maple taffy—all in the cozy heart of downtown Charlottetown. Friday, Nov 29 to Sunday, Dec 1.
2. Take In Local Indigenous Culture
On Friday, Nov 29 from 7-9pm, pop by the Indigenous PEI Store for their Share the Connection: Holiday Event, where there will be a celebration of the rich traditions of PEI’s Indigenous communities through music, storytelling, and crafts.
Then, be sure to check out the Indigenous Artisans Market in the Confederation Centre of The Arts from 10am-5pm on Saturday, Nov 30 – featuring over 50 talented Indigenous artisans from across the Mi’kmaq Territory of Epekwitk selling beautiful art, gifts, and traditions. Admission is FREE!
3. Marvel at the Charlottetown Christmas Tree Lighting & Candlelight Walk
Join the community on Friday, Nov 29 at 6pm for a magical ceremony featuring carols, a candlelit procession, and the grand lighting of Charlottetown’s Christmas tree.
4. Get The Kiddos Together For A Family Movie Night at The Guild
On the outskirts of Whoville lives a green, revenge-seeking Grinch who plans to ruin Christmas for all of the citizens of the town! But could a little girl’s kindness change his heart? Pop on over to The Guild after an evening of shopping and marvelling for a 7:30pm screen time of How The Grinch Stole Christmas. (2000 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 45m PG).
5. Complete Your Shopping List
There’s no shortage of opportunities to support local makers this weekend. Besides the Victorian Christmas Market, don’t miss…
The Mistletoe Market in Boulder Park
Featuring festive huts to shop through, Whoville-inspired decor, hot drinks, live performances & more! Fri, Nov 29 – Sun, Dec 1 (And every weekend after until Dec 22)
The Holiday Maker Market at the Eastlink Centre
A weekend filled with creativity, innovation, and handmade goods. Over 160 Maritime makers & sellers, PLUS festive workshops. Sat, Nov 30 & Sun, Dec 1
PEI Musicians Market at The Guild
Featuring merch booths, vinyl, CDs, and swag from some of your favourite PEI musicians! Sat, Nov 30
Benevolent Irish Society Craft Fair & Tea
Saturday, Nov 30
Spring Park United Church Holiday Market
Saturday, Nov 30
6. Feel the Festive Spirit at the Charlottetown Christmas Parade
Gather along the streets at 5pm on on Saturday, Nov 30 for a dazzling display of floats, lights, and holiday joy. It’s the perfect family outing to kick off the season!
7. Meet the Man in Red at Breakfast with Santa
Enjoy a festive breakfast and capture a moment with Santa himself. From 9-11am, find him at Water’s Edge on Saturday, Nov 30 and at Redwater Rustic Grille on Sunday, Dec 1. Reservations are highly recommended!
8. Get Cozy with the Hot Chocolate Trail
Sip your way through Charlottetown as local cafes, restos, and hotels serve up their best hot chocolate creations all day on Saturday and Sunday. Perfect for warming up between activities!
9. Kick Back at A Live Holiday Show
Red Shores Celtic Christmas
Celebrate the season with great food and toe-tapping tunes at Top of the Park! Enjoy a 3-course meal and musical performances from the Salt Water Dollies and Kelley Mooney. Friday, Nov 29 at 6:30pm.
Island Jubilee Show Season Premiere
Don’t miss the grand premiere of the iconic Island Jubilee Show. Featuring raw, local talent, it’s a heartwarming way to wrap up your weekend. Sunday, Dec 1 at 2:00pm.
10. Warm Up By the Fire
Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, or cider with cookies at The Great George Hotel while you delve into the history of the hotel, the charm of Charlottetown, and more! Free to attend, just come on in!
History Talk Times:
Friday, Nov 29: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, Nov 30: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 1: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
11. Support Local
‘Tis the season to #BuyLocal! While visiting Charlottetown, pop in for a coffee at your favourite independent cafe, warm up with a hot dish at a nearby restaurant, pick up a new holiday outfit from a nearby boutique, and so on.
The Charlottetown Christmas Festival
With over 50 festive events - including merry markets, breakfast with Santa, horse-drawn wagon rides, and wreath-making workshops - The Charlottetown Christmas Festival will make your next six weeks merry and bright!
Schedule of Events