15 Things To Do on A Rainy Day in Charlottetown

Scottish Highland vibes, anyone? Contrary to popular opinion, Prince Edward Island does, in fact, get a variety of weather. Heck, sometimes it even rains! But it’s all wonderful – provided you’re dressed appropriately and ready to embrace whatever comes your way. Hopping in the car to take a misty drive to the seaside or cozying up with a book in a café can be really romantic. Here’s a few ways to embrace the moodier weather.

1) TREAT YO’SELF
Treat yourself to a spa day at Pure Spa or Grand Senses Spa, or stretch it out with a yoga class at Modo Yoga, With Mel Fitness & Yoga, Infrared Fitness, or Charlottetown Yoga Space.

2) THRIFT FINDS
Hit up antique shops across the island, or hunt for vintage goods in town at Green Eye Designs, Luxury Market Consignment, Back Alley Music, or the Charlottetown Flea Market (Sundays).

3) CHALLENGE YOUR BRAIN
Play a round of trivia at places like Churchill Arms, Hunter’s Ale House, The Hive + Honeycomb, HopYard, or The Old Triangle. Or, team up with your friends and race against the clock at the PEI Escape Rooms.

4) RIGHT UP YOUR ALLEY
Play a few rounds of bowling at The Alley then head to PonyBoat Social Club for a game of pool or some old-fashioned arcade games.

5) THE ARTS
Art & culture seekers will definitely want to hit up the Confederation Centre Art Gallery or catch a show on the Main Stage at the Charlottetown Festival.

6) ROAD TRIPPIN’
Hit the beach or experience a coastal drive! The rainy weather makes a trip along the coast all the more mystical. Need some road trip inspo? Check out our Hit The Road article on page 29 – 33 of our 2022 Travel Guide.

7) SIT BACK & RELAX
Catch an indie movie or classic film at City Cinema, the city’s independent (& licensed) theatre, or a live performance at The Guild.

8) SWING EASY
Work on your swing at All About Golf in the Confederation Court Mall.

9) HISTORIC STORYBOOKS
Drop in or book a tour of Beaconsfield Historic House, a fine example of Victorian-era architecture with a fascinating story to tell.

10) CALLING ALL BOOKWORMS
Get lost in one of our many independent bookstores. You’ll find three just on Queen St!

11) CRAFT BEER & CIDER SCENE
Take a brewery tour with Gahan House Brewery, PEI Brewing Co., or Upstreet Craft Brewing. Or, experience the joys of tasty cider at Red Island Cider.

12) YOUR INNER ARTIST
Paint your own unique piece of pottery, play hundreds of different board games, and eat delicious snacks at the Hive + Honeycomb.

13) COZY UP
Tuck in with a frothy drink at one of our numerous cafés downtown. Many of them even double as galleries and feature local art on their walls, including The Gallery and Receiver Coffee Co.

14) OFF TO THE MARKET
Spend time at Founders’ Food Hall & Market and the Charlottetown Farmer’s Market (Wed & Sat) enjoying their selection of food & artisan wares.

15) GOOD TUNES
Enjoy live music on any given day at our pubs and restos throughout the city.

Get caught in the rain, we dare ya!

Need a place to stay? Check out our amazing selection of accommodations. Curious what else to do around Charlottetown? Don’t miss a beat over on our events page.

Check out our all-new 2022 Travel Guide for everything you need to know during your stay in our little city. Find it online here or printed in most hotels & shops around the Charlottetown area.

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Happy puddle jumpin’