Christmas Fairs and Holiday Markets
Published October 30, 2026 | Team Tourism PEI
While visiting Prince Edward Island, kick-start your holiday shopping at festive craft fairs and Christmas markets. It looks like every hall and school, big or small, will host at least one Christmas market this year. The artists, makers, farmers and entrepreneurs that you will meet represent the best of the Island spirit. Thank you for shopping local on Prince Edward Island this season.
The listings below are organized by weekend from west to east.
October
Charlottetown
- Royalty Crossing Pop-up Market - October 31
- Kirk Ceilidh Fall Fair - October 31
Points East Coastal Drive
St. Peter's Landing Shops Christmas Market, October 29 to November 1
November
First weekend of November
North Cape Coastal Drive
Westisle Christmas Market - November 7 & 8
Central Coastal Drive
- Wheatley River Country Craft Fair - November 7 & 8
- Milton Hall Christmas Craft Fair - November 7 & 8
Charlottetown & Area
- First Frost Craft Fair, Cornwall - November 7
Second weekend of November
North Cape Coastal Drive
St. Nicholas Christmas Craft Fair, November 13
Summerside & Area
- Artisan's Christmas Sale by Finkle Pottery, Linkletter, November 14
- Kool Breeze Farms Christmas Craft Fair, November 14
- Three Oaks Christmas Craft Fair - November 14 & 15
Central Coastal Drive
- Borden-Carleton Seniors Club, November 14
- Carr's Craft & Food Fair, Stanley Bridge, November 14 & 15
- Kinkora Christmas Craft Fair - November 14
- Crapaud Christmas Craft Fair - November 14
- Hunter River Holiday Craft Fair - November 14
Charlottetown
- Gluten-free Holiday Market, Simmons Sports Complex, November 14
- Trinity United Church Christmas Fair, November 14
Points East Coastal Drive
- Donagh Regional Christmas Fair - November 14 & 15
- Holiday Market at Kings Playhouse, Georgetown - November 14
- Eastern Kings Christmas Market, Souris - November 14
Third weekend of November
North Cape Coastal Drive
Tignish Home for the Holidays Christmas Market - November 21 & 22
Summerside
- BGC Christmas Market, November 21
- Christmas at the Dome, Notre Dame St - November 21 & 22
Central Coastal
- Small is Beautiful Christmas Craft Fair, Breadalbane - November 21
- Christmas in a Barn Craft Show, Bonshaw - November 19 to 22
- Bluefield Band Christmas Craft Fair, Hampshire - November 20 & 21
- Christmas Pop Up Shop, Milton - November 21
Charlottetown & Area
- Seniors Active Living Centre Christmas Craft Fair, UPEI, November 21
- Stratford Schools Craft Fair, November 21
- Mistletoe Market, Grafton St, November 20 and every weekend until December 20
Points East Coastal Drive
- East Village Christmas Market, Murray Harbour - November 21
- Montague Christmas Market, Rosedale - November 21
Last weekend of November
North Cape Coastal
- Merry Makers Market, O'Leary - November 28
- The Village Christmas Market, Abram Village - November 28 & 29
Green Gables Shore
Rustico Bay Club Crafters Market, North Rustico, November 28
Charlottetown & Area
- Victorian Christmas Market, Queen St, November 27 to 29
- Holiday Maker Market, Eastlink Centre, November 28 & 29
- Spring Park Holiday Market, November 29
- Mistletoe Market, Grafton St., every weekend until December 20
Points East Coastal Drive
- Montague Regional High School Christmas Craft Fair, November 26 & 27
- Souris Christmas Craft & Bake Sale, November 27 & 28
- Christmas in Belfast Craft Fair, November 28
December
First weekend of December
North Cape Coastal Drive
- Canadian Potato Museum Christmas Craft Fair, O'Leary - December 5
- Christmas in the Valley, Tyne Valley - December 6
Central Coastal Drive
- New London Christmas Market, December 5
- Sterling WI Christmas Craft Fair, Stanley Bridge - December 5
Charlottetown & Area
- Sherwood Parkdale Skating Club Christmas Craft Fair, December 6
- Mistletoe Market, Grafton St., every weekend until December 20
Points East Coastal Drive
Morell Regional High School Christmas Craft Fair - December 5
Second weekend of December
Points East Coastal Drive
Montague Legion Craft Fair, December 12
A Magical Christmas
November 20 to January 1
It's the most wonderful time of year in downtown Charlottetown with markets, musical performances, a parade, carriage rides and city sidewalks decked in holiday style and more.
Holiday Maker Market
November 28 & 29, Eastlink Centre, Charlottetown
Plan to attend Atlantic Canada's largest spring market with 170+ Atlantic Canadian makers.
The Real Santa & Mrs. Claus
Plan a visit up east on December 7th for the Souris Parade and craft fair in nearby Fortune. Snap a selfie with the Christmas Memorial Trap Tree.
Insider tip: Locals report that the real Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus (pictured) have lived in Souris since 2019.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the admission price to attend a Christmas market in PEI?
The admission price varies by location. Many fairs request a donation for a charitable cause, while others have a nominal fee; some are free.
Where are the best holiday markets in PEI?
Popular holiday markets include the Victorian Christmas Market, Mistletoe Market, PEI Craft Council Market, ETSY Market and the Colonel Gray Craft Fair in Charlottetown. In Summerside, the Three Oaks School craft fair is very popular. Smaller craft fairs in rural communities across the Island may be preferable for those who want to avoid crowds.
Are PEI Christmas markets family-friendly?
Parking availability and ease of stroller use will vary by location. Downtown Charlottetown offers metered and lot parking, while rural markets often have free on-site parking. Typically, there is no admission charge for children.