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Kid-Approved Adventures: Your Guide to Family Fun in Charlottetown
July 25, 2025
Cue the core memories! Whether you’re a planner at heart or prefer to fly by the seat of your pants, there is so much wonder waiting for you and your littles to discover in Charlottetown.
ARTS, CULTURE & HISTORY
Spend time admiring the stunning artwork adorning the walls (on three levels) of the Confederation Centre’s National Art Gallery. Step back in time with a guided tour of the city by the Heritage Players Historic Walking Tours. In fall 2025, history comes alive with the grand reopening of Province House. Families can explore newly restored spaces, interactive exhibits, and engaging programming that brings the past to life. For more history, Beaconsfield Historic House a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century life in Charlottetown. Pop into Blank Canvas Art Supplies, a wonderfully creative store located in the Confederation Court Mall. Or, roam the downtown core and find several outdoor murals for those picture-perfect family photo-ops.
SWIMMING LOVERS
Play the day away in Victoria Park, which has a public pool, splash pad, and an accessible playground with 9,000 square feet of fun. Rainy days call for a visit to the Aquatics Facility at the Bell Aliant Centre, which features a large swimming pool, a leisure pool, hot tub, giant water slide, diving boards, and more. Or, head to the beach! Supervised beaches within the PEI National Park are never more than a short drive away.
FUN ‘N’ GAMES
Find a three-hole mini putt golf course within the Confederation Court Mall. Challenge the crew to a round of glow bowling at The Alley. Head to PonyBoat Social Club for interactive games and carnival-inspired snacks. Explore creative learning at STEAM PEI, a hotspot for “edutainment” workshops. Stop in to Owl’s Hollow Playland in the north end of the city where the kids can let their imaginations run wild playing pretend, building, tinkering, and creating in their art studio. Parents, don’t miss the café and smoothie bar! Visit Off the Wallz Trampoline Park in Stratford for hours of bouncy fun in their state-of-the-art facility.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Go on a city-wide treasure hunt with Eckhart in the City, a fun adventure based on David Weale’s The True Meaning of Crumbfest. Follow clues to find nine hidden bronze mouse statues. Grab a map at downtowncharlottetown.com. Follow the tale of Ringo the Fox on the Fox Story Walk, a free, family-friendly downtown journey with nine illustrated storyboards featuring story clues and fun fox facts. Start at the Giant Sunflower by Founders’ Food Hall & Market. Looking for more action? Tackle zip lines, climbing challenges, and high ropes at Rise & Climb Adventure Course in Cornwall. Get out on the water by hopping aboard the Adventures Marine Zodiac Boat Tours for some stealthy seal watching, or the new Harbour Hopper, an amphibious tour that explores Charlottetown by both land and sea!
ONE-STOP ATTRACTIONS
Check out the new Charlottetown Learning Library Centre—home to a full-service Vietnamese coffee bar by The Shed, fun kids’ programs, and rentals from books to skates and snowshoes. Founders’ Food Hall & Market is a family hub year-round. Skate on the outdoor rink in winter, catch movie nights in the fall, or enjoy live music on the patio in summer. Peake’s Quay is a lively waterfront spot with music, green space, shops, and restaurants. Kids can roam while parents soak up the summer vibes and harbour views. Island Hill Farm in Warren Grove, just 20 minutes away, might be the happiest place on earth—with goats, baby bunnies, and a cozy café, it’s pure joy for all ages. Only 10 minutes from downtown, Jewell’s Country Market offers a lush greenhouse, farm market, gift shop, goats, local ice cream, a giant bouncy pillow, and a licensed beer garden. A picture-perfect mini escape.
6 PLACES TO TREAT YOUR SWEET TOOTH
1. COWS Ice Cream is the mecca for some of the world’s best ice cream. Head to one of the many COWS locations to sample all kinds of unique flavours. Gooey Mooey and Wowie Cowie are our go-tos!
2. Kiwanis Dairy Bar is a must-stop for a cool cone during your Victoria Park adventures.
3. Taters’ incredible funnel cakes and Beaver Tails’ famous artisanal pastries at Peake’s Quay both taste like deep-fried bliss.
4. Billy Timbers located at Peake’s Quay is known for their giant ice cream scoops and impressive toppings.
5. Anne of Green Gables Chocolates is like a tiny version of Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory. Don’t sleep on their hand-crafted chocolate, unique candy options, and their famous chocolate-covered potato chips.
6. Amelia’s by Truck ‘N’ Roll on Queen Street has mastered the art of gourmet rolled ice cream using locally-sourced ingredients.
UPCOMING FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS:
Old Home Week | Aug 14 – Aug 22
Moonlight Bazaar | TBD
Charlottetown Scarecrow Festival | All of October
Farm Day in the City | Oct 4, 2026
Charlottetown Christmas Festival | Nov 20 – Jan 1, 2026
Victorian Christmas Market | Nov 27 – Nov 29, 2026
Capital New Year | Dec 31
KID-FRIENDLY HOTELS
Make a splash with your crew by booking one of these family-friendly hotels in Charlottetown:
The Holman Grand Hotel
The Rodd Charlottetown
Delta Hotels by Marriott Prince Edward
Rodd Royalty
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Hotel on Pownal
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton
Sydney Boutique Inn & Suites
Whether it’s a pool, spacious suites, or a great downtown location, these hotels make travelling with kids easy and fun.
And there you have it! There are endless family-friendly ways to enjoy our little city, and we just got the ball rolling! Charlottetown is a true urban playground – so get to explorin’
Need a place to stay in Charlottetown? Check out our amazing selection of accommodations. Curious what else to do around Charlottetown? Don’t miss a beat over on our events page.
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