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Sailboats in marina in Summerside at sunset

Summerside in Prince Edward Island

Summerside Area

The City by the Sea

Explore authentic Island experiences in the City by the Sea! Summerside is our second-largest city filled with culinary, cultural and coastal experiences. Discover the energy of Island Celtic roots, stroll the city streets or watch the horses dash to the finish line. Awaken your soul and explore Summerside.

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What to do in Summerside Area

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Red Shores at Summerside Raceway
Harness Racing
Summerside Area

Red Shores at Summerside Raceway

RED SHORES at Summerside Raceway offers live & simulcast racing. The Governor’s Plate Race Week...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Little Dutch Flower Farm
Public Gardens
Summerside Area

Little Dutch Flower Farm

A small flower farm offering cut flower u-picks, floral design workshops and fresh locally grown...

Dates of Operation: July 12 - October 14, 2025
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SeaShell Café
Summerside Area

SeaShell Café

A destination for an Island breakfast or baked treats. Great coffee and good vibes! Open Mic nights...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2025
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Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre at the College of Piping
Theatres
Summerside Area

Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre at the College of Piping

Our theatre offers year-round programming in a vast variety of genres. With the focus on community...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Summerside Visitor Information Centre
Visitor Information
Summerside Area

Summerside Visitor Information Centre

Located at Harbourfront Theatre on the beautiful downtown waterfront. Our friendly and knowledgeable...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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G and T Book Cafe
Summerside Area

G and T Book Cafe

A cozy spot with friendly owners offering a full menu of authentic Vietnamese dishes including Pho...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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Harbourfront Theatre
Theatres
Summerside Area

Harbourfront Theatre

Set in the ambience of Summerside’s beautiful waterfront, Harbourfront Theatre’s intimate and...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31, 2024
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The Knot Beach Bar & Rentals
Bike Rentals
Summerside Area

The Knot Beach Bar & Rentals

On shore beach bar, offering local beer and cocktails. Try our bike, paddleboard, and kayak rentals!

Dates of Operation: May 25 - September 30, 2025
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Where to Stay in Summerside Area

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Linkletter Provincial Park
Campground
Summerside | Summerside Area

Linkletter Provincial Park

8 km west of Summerside. Bay beach, playground equipment, laundromat, kitchen shelter, dumping...

Dates of Operation: June 7 - October 6
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The Boardwalk Inn
Inn
Summerside | Summerside Area

The Boardwalk Inn

The Boardwalk Inn offers true elegance. Decorated in calming blues, yellows and greys, and partnered...

Dates of Operation: May 1 - October 13
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Traveller's Inn
Motel
Summerside | Summerside Area

Traveller's Inn

All 40 guest rooms are furnished with standard amenities of free high speed wireless internet. 6 km...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Turner Summer Properties
Vacation Home
Summerside | Summerside Area

Turner Summer Properties

Enjoy a stylish and modern stay at this recently completed duplex, in a quiet Summerside subdivision...

Dates of Operation: April 1 - December 31
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Summerside
Hotel
Summerside | Summerside Area

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Summerside

Situated in the heart of the charming and picturesque city of Summerside, Microtel Inn & Suites...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Summerside Motel and Cottages
Motel
Reads Corner | Summerside Area

Summerside Motel and Cottages

Newly renovated motel and cottages with restaurant on site. Conveniently located close to downtown...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Days Inn & Suites Summerside
Hotel
Summerside | Summerside Area

Days Inn & Suites Summerside

Located near Historic Downtown Summerside. Newly renovated hotel with an oceanic view.

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Halls Brook Properties
Apartment
Summerside | Summerside Area

Halls Brook Properties

Quiet country atmosphere within the city. Beautiful acreage with private ponds and horses on site...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Strategic Holdings
Apartment
Summerside | Summerside Area

Strategic Holdings

This bright and cozy, two-bedroom apartment is located in a newly constructed building and has a...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Blue Lobster
Tourist Home
Summerside | Summerside Area

Blue Lobster

The Blue Lobster is in Summerside, directly across from the Bayside boardwalk and Summerside Harbour...

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Cairns Motel
Motel
Summerside | Summerside Area

Cairns Motel

At Cairns Motel we do things differently! From the moment you step into the front office, you feel...

Dates of Operation: May 3 - October 31
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Carter Reilly
Vacation Home
Travellers Rest | Summerside Area

Carter Reilly

Newly renovated two-bedroom,1/2 Duplex with large back deck leading to a large back yard.

Dates of Operation: January 1 - December 31
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Festivals & Events in Summerside Area

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Jan 10 - Feb 10
Black Islanders: Four Centuries and Counting
Summerside | Summerside Area

Black Islanders: Four Centuries and Counting

A photo exhibit curated by the PEI Museum & Heritage Foundation with invaluable contributions from Black Islander families that highligh
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Jan 13 - Feb 13
Candle Decorating Workshop
Summerside | Summerside Area

Candle Decorating Workshop

Learn to decorate two taper candles with coloured wax and dried flowers from Little Dutch Flower Farm while enjoying a warm drink and snack.
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Jan 23
Winter Wellness Yoga - Yoga Touch
Summerside | Summerside Area

Winter Wellness Yoga - Yoga Touch

Connect with your body and soul in a warm and welcoming environment using Japanese mint oil to stimulate your senses and calm the mind.
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Jan 25
Blues Summit 3 Featuring TIGHTROPE with Amanda Jackson and Roland Beaulieu
Summerside | Summerside Area

Blues Summit 3 Featuring TIGHTROPE with Amanda Jackson and Roland Beaulieu

Tightrope is a powerful blues trio playing incredibly high-energy Texas-Style blues.
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Jan 30
Winter Wellness Yoga - Aroma Yoga
Summerside | Summerside Area

Winter Wellness Yoga - Aroma Yoga

Let the calming scents of lavender enhance your yoga practice and help you find inner peace during the winter season.
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Feb 3 - 23
Winter Warmth Festival
Summerside | Summerside Area

Winter Warmth Festival

Cozy culinary events with good eats, sips & snowshoes, cosmic bowling, Nordic spa pop-up, skating, Apres Ski snow ball, live entertainme
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