Things to Do in Charlottetown, PEI | September 2026

Hey Charlottetown! Are you ready for September? We have a month filled with exciting events, activities and celebrations to wrap up the summer season and welcome the fall festivities. From incredible performances and dance lessons to delicious PEI dishes, there is something from every age and interest. Check out what Charlottetown has in store and make it a great month!

1. Cinema Under the Stars

📅 September 4-6 |📍Victoria Park

Take advantage of three nights of free movies in the park, featuring The Devil Wears Prada 2, Superman, and Hoppers.

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2.Charlottetown Busker Festival

📅 September 4-6 |📍 Multiple Locations

Watch world-class street performers bring their incredible acts to Charlottetown, alongside local vendors, artisans, and plenty of other attractions.

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3. Harbour Hopper

📅 Select Days |📍 Founders Food Hall & Market

Take a ride on the Harbour Hopper and explore some of Charlottetowns best attractions by land before splashing into the cities iconic harbour.

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4.Corner Street Daze

📅  September 4-5 |📍Hunter's Ale House

Welcome back the Corner Street Daze as Kent Street shuts down for a day filled with live music, delicious food, and ice-cold drinks.

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5. Salsa by the Sea (Last One of the Year)

📅 September 4 |📍Queen's Wharf

Join in on the final Salsa by the Sea of the year to learn some new moves or show off your dancing skills!

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6. Queerly Canadian: A Drag Cabaret

📅  September 4-19 |📍The Guild

Enjoy the highly-anticipated return of this celebration of Canadian culture through an unapoligetically queer lens.

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7. Sounds by the Harbour

📅 September 9 - November 2 |📍Founders' Food Hall & Market

Grab lunch at Founders' Food Hall & Market and enjoy live local music.

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8. Sommo Festival

📅 September 11-12 |📍Cavendish

Head to Cavendish for a two-day celebration as some of the worlds biggest artists take the stage.

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9. PEI International Shellfish Festival

📅 September 17-20 |📍Charlottetown Events Grounds

Take in a jam-packed weekend filled with culinary competitions and kitchen parties.

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10. PEI Flavours Festival

📅 September 24 - October 10 |📍Island-Wide

Check out multiple locations across the island as they showcase the delicious flavours that make PEI a must stop location for any foodie.

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No matter what you’re into, this month is packed with exciting ways to get out and enjoy the city. Grab your friends and family, mark your calendars, and enjoy everything Charlottetown has to offer!

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