Come enjoy the merriment
Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick's Day in Prince Edward Island, albeit many residents are descendants of the first Irish settlers who began to arrive to the Island in 1763. In fact, PEI may be one of the most Irish places in North America with about 27 per cent of Islanders able to trace Irish roots. Perhaps that's why some claim there may be more music in local pubs and small halls of PEI than in Ireland. You be the judge!
St. Patrick's Week Celebrations: March 14 to 16
Local St. Patrick's Day Celebrations: Monday, March 17
St. Patrick's Play
A tradition of the Benevolent Irish Society that dates back to 1885. Running March 21 to March 27, 2025.
Comfort Food for St. Patrick's Day
PEI Potato Soda Bread
In honor of Irish traditions, bake a loaf of warm, comforting potato soda bread as a perfect companion to Irish beef stew. This bread is best enjoyed fresh from the oven, slathered in rich PEI butter—try ADL or COWS for a true Island touch.
Irish Beef Stew
A hearty Irish Stew that is a blend of tender PEI Beef, root vegetables and PEI Potatoes, all simmered to perfection in a savory broth. The perfect comfort food for St. Patrick's Day or to cozy up on a winter night.
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PEI Parks
Enjoy our national, provincial and community parks for picnicking, swimming, hiking, beach strolling or forest bathing. Most day-use parks have playgrounds and some include campgrounds.