A DREAMY FAMILY DESTINATION

Charlottetown’s small size makes it easy to get from point A to point B, all while remaining open to the wonder that happens in those moments in between. There is so much familyfriendly fun in the city just waiting for you and your littles to discover. Let the adventure begin!

Splash The Day Away

Due in part to its tranquil nature, Victoria Park is a hub of outdoor activity for everyone, but the west end is a kid’s dream come true. There you’ll find a pool, splash pad and an accessible playground with 9,000 square feet of fun. Plan a post-play stop in the park at the Kiwanis Dairy Bar for ice cream treats!

The Art Of Wonder

Spend a couple of hours exploring the three levels of the Confederation Centre’s National Art Gallery and watch as your little ones take in the wonder of this special place. Art in the Open takes place the last Saturday of August and is always a magical time for children to experience contemporary art in the great outdoors.

EXPLORE CHARLOTTETOWN, KID STYLE

Eckhart in the City is a treasure hunt featuring Eckhart the Mouse, the main character in Island author David Weale’s beloved book, The True Meaning of Crumbfest. Follow clues around the city to find nine little bronze Eckhart statues. Get the map at downtowncharlottetown.com

JASMINE SERRE'S Top 5 Family-Friendly Places in the City

VICTORIA PARK - My girls love to run around & play on the different parks. The harbour view is also spectacular!

CHARLOTTETOWN LIBRARY - They have a ton of fun things to do for kids, from books & board games to crafts & iPads set up with fun interactive activities.

FOUNDERS' FOOD HALL AND MARKET - We love to grab a treat from Doughnuts by Design. They have beautifully crafted donuts with so many delicious flavours to choose from!

PEAKE'S WHARF - It’s so fun to walk along the waterfront, check out the merchants & see the cruise ships.

FESTIVALS! - We love all of the kid-friendly festivals throughout the year. It’s hard to name just one but a personal favourite is the Victorian Christmas Market!

Jasmine is a local mom of two & coffee connoisseur who loves an adventure and a mean lobster roll. Follow her on Instagram @bonjour.jasmine to see what she is up to next!

Be Amazed At The Busker Festival

This festival is held throughout the downtown and the historic waterfront. It features daily jaw-dropping performances that will have your children in awe. September

Watch History Come To Life

The Story of Confederation replica chamber offers immersive experiences with Indigenous and colonial histories, including self-guided visitation or guided walking tours. It’s the perfect way to add educational elements to your family vacation. Visit confederationcentre.com for full listings, tickets, and more.

GAME ON!

The Hive + Honeycomb, located within the Confederation Court Mall, features hundreds of board games, fancy drinks/sundaes, classic snacks, and pottery painting. On the lower level of the Confed Mall, you’ll also find a three-hole mini-putt golf course. Just steps away is Charlottetown’s only glow bowling alley, The Alley.

Fox Story Walk

This fun, free, family-friendly activity consists of a series of nine story boards placed around the downtown, which tell the story of Ringo the Fox. Each board consists of a section of the story, illustrations, fox facts, hints to the next board, and a map. Start your adventure at the Giant Sunflower just outside of Founders’ Food Hall & Market.

Tandem Bike Adventures

FunWheels Rentals offers 2, 4 and 6-person Surrey Bike rentals, making family adventures throughout the city even more exciting! Each rental comes with a map of downtown Charlottetown, along with locks and a toddler bench for up to two toddlers. Look for them at Founders’ Food Hall & Market.

Inspired Outdoor Entertainment

The Outdoor Amphitheatre at Confederation Centre of the Arts comes alive every noon-hour in the summer with high-energy, family-friendly productions.

• Munschables brings the exciting and silly world of beloved children’s author Robert Munsch to life through an interactive and musical performance. July 11 – Aug 26

• The Mi’kmaq Heritage Actors are also back with a new show Mi’kmaq Stories of Rabbit and His Friends, a fun performance for all ages that shares the history of the Mi’kmaq people through stories, songs, and beautiful traditional dance. June 27 – July 8