Prince Edward Island (PE) Canada
Food Festivals, Beer & Wine Festivals

2019 Prince Edward Island, Canada 2019
Food Festivals, Trade Shows & Expos
(see also: 2018  -  2015  -  2014  -  2012)

March 8-10, 2019  PEI Provincial Home Show
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Celebrating over 30 years making a house a home! Join us at the Eastlink Centre for the 2018 edition of the PEI Provincial Home Show! (also: www.mpltd.ca/homeshows/ )  Attendance: 13,000.

April 22, 2019  Earth Day - Worldwide
Growing out of the first Earth Day in 1970, Earth Day Network (EDN) works with over 22,000 partners in 192 countries to broaden, diversify and mobilize the environmental movement. More than 1 billion people now participate in Earth Day activities each year, making it the largest civic observance in the world.

May 23-25, 2019
Festival of Wines
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Two nights of wine tasting with sparkling new features, including Friday's Grand Tasting. As you explore over 250 new and limited quantity wines from around the world, your tastebuds will be delighted with roving food stations. This year's festival will feature the wines of Spain.

August 3, 2019 - Food Day Canada 2019 - Nationwide
The largest national food event in the country, encouraging and inspiring people to celebrate local food and community.

September 9-15, 2019 - Organic Week - Nationwide, Canada
Canada’s National Organic Week is the largest annual celebration of organic food, farming and products across the country.

November 16, 2019  PEI Spirits Festival
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
The PEI Spirits Festival is an event showcasing some of the world’s most unique, high-end spirits. This is your chance to sample and shop limited quantity spirits exclusively at this fine tasting festival.
 

2018 Prince Edward Island, Canada 2018
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February 22, 2018
2nd PEI Organic Forum
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
ACORN and PEI COPC would like to invite you to join us for the second annual provincial organic forum. The Forum is an opportunity to gather the organic and farming community; to receive and provide updates on the past year and future plans; and to offer input to ACORN & PEI COPC on our 2018-19 activities.

February 23-24, 2018 - International Potato Technology Expo
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
For nearly 20 years, the International Potato Technology Expo has been bringing potato growers, from across the Maritimes and beyond, together with the leading equipment manufacturers and product solutions that potato farmers depend on and trust.  Attendance: 4,000

June 10-14, 2018 - Canadian Culinary Federation National Chefs Conference - Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
55th Annual Conference.  This international event brings chefs from around the world to compete and experience fine foods.

July 12-14, 2018 - Summerside Lobster Carnival
Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Community fun, cultural events /activities and culinary components including celebrity chef demonstrations, food samplings, special themed days, a mini midway for kids and families and much more. Steeped in tradition of celebrating the community, its culture and history with world famous PEI lobster, this event has been bringing residents and visitors together to enjoy family fun in Summerside for years.

July 16-22, 2018
PEI Potato Blossom Festival
O'Leary, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Miss PEI Potato Blossom pageant, farmers' banquet, farm machinery show, parade, talent show, car show, horse pull, fun run and entertainment.

July 26-29, 2018
 Northumberland Fisheries Festival
Murray River, Prince Edward Island, Canada
A community tradition with lobster suppers, midway, parade, dory races, log rolling, poultry show, cooking demonstrations and firemen's challenge.

July 27-29, 2018
The 65th Annual Crapaud Exhibition
Crapaud, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Music, Exhibition, Heavy Horse Pulls and Western Horse Show.

August 1-5, 2018
Tyne Valley Oyster Festival
Tyne Valley, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Home of the Canadian Oyster Shucking Championship. Get ready to party at the annual celebration of the oyster!

August 3-4, 2018  PEI Truck and Tractor Pull Championships
Crapaud, Prince Edward Island, Canada

August 18-22, 2018
Kensington Harvest Festival
Kensington, Prince Edward Island, Canada

August 24-26, 2018  Provincial Plowing Match and Agriculture Fair
Dundas, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Experience the Dundas Fair, like you did when you were young! ... we still have that "Down Home" feel of an old-time country fair. So, come back and join us, and "Feed Your Country Soul!"

August 29-September 2, 2018
Evangeline Agricultural Exhibition and Acadian Festival
Abram-Village, Prince Edward Island, Canada
L'Exposition agricole et le Festival acadien de la région Évangéline.  Sample some traditional Acadian dishes or watch the parade - it's one of best on the island. Other fun activities include craft displays, the ever-popular Music Jam and dancing, with devils to prod you on!  Arts and culture aren't your thing? Then how about taking in the agricultural exhibition, where you can admire award-winning cows and horses and many other farm animals.

August 31-September 30, 2018  PEI Fall Flavours Festival
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
The Fall Flavours Festival, a month long culinary celebration highlighting authentic Island tastes and traditions, takes place during September in communities across Prince Edward Island. The Festival features a variety of acclaimed guest chefs hosting a wide range of unique culinary experiences.

September 13-16, 2018  PEI International Shellfish Festival
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Four days of  jam packed activities with culinary demos, celebrity chefs, exciting (and delicious) chowder and oyster shucking competitions and Atlantic Canada's largest kitchen party!

September 21-22, 2018  PEI Beer Festival
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Part of the Fall Flavours Festival, this event is focused on educating visitors and Islanders alike on the art and craft of brewing and tasting beer. The festival always features a great variety of beers, live entertainment and food pairings. The city comes alive after the festival ends each night with live entertainment featured across the city at various venues!  (also: www.discovercharlottetown.com/en/events-upcoming/fallflavours.php )

September 23, 2018  Great Island Grilled Cheese Challenge
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Come celebrate Canadian cheese at this outdoor event hosted by Dairy Farmers of Canada and the PEI Association of Chefs and Cooks. PEI's top chefs compete for the title of the Island Grilled Cheese Champion. Sample them all and pick your favourite. Meet local cheese makers and sample their cheeses. Our special guest is Food Network's Chef Anna Olson. She'll be cooking up a cheesy dessert inspired by Prince Edward Island cheese. Come out and meet Anna Olson and sample her cheesy dish.

October 8, 2018 - THANKSGIVING DAY CANADA
Nationwide, Canada
A day of thanksgiving celebrating the harvest and other blessings of the past year. (2nd Mon. in Oct.)

November 26-28, 2018  Acorn Conference and Trade Show
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
ACORN (Atlantic Canadian Organic Regional Network) Organic Conference and Trade Show
 

2015 Prince Edward Island, Canada 2015
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June 12-27, 2015  Dine Around Prince Edward Island
Various locations, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Beat the summer traffic! Enjoy some of the Island's signature restaurants at great prices before the summer really heats up. Participating restaurants Island wide are featuring special 3 course meals at fixed prices of $25, $35 or $45.
 

2014 Prince Edward Island, Canada 2014
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July 12, 2014  Culinary Bootcamp: Island Flavours
Prince Edward Island, Canada
Come and learn why this culinary experience was named, by the Canadian Tourism Commission, as one of Canada's Signature Experiences!  With inspiration from here and abroad, chef will take you on a delicious culinary journey through PEI’s local bounty- shellfish, beef, pork and, of course, potatoes. Local products will be used in creating a flavourful menu that each participant will savour and go home with new skills to bring into your kitchen. Pastas, breads, salads, fish and meat are just a few of the dishes we will put together throughout the day.  This experience includes a trip to the local market where you will pick out a few seasonal, local ingredients to include in your recipes. A true farm-to-table experience.  Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm  - Cost: $249.00  Other 2014 Dates: August 16, 29 & September 11, 22.

August 9, 2014  Culinary Bootcamp: Taste of Asia
Prince Edward Island, Canada
No region of the world offers the culinary diversity of Asia. From the hearty flavours of Korea, the subtle tastes of Japan, the unique blend of spicy and sweet of Thailand to the incredible variety of China, Asia is truly a taster’s paradise. Our Taste of Asia Cooking Camp gives you the opportunity to learn first-hand from a culinary professional who has trained in these styles in their countries of origin. Join our chef for a delicious journey throughout the region and discover the techniques and flavour profiles essential to creating authentic dishes from our featured countries.  Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm - Cost: $199.00   Other 2014 Dates: September 13.

2012 Prince Edward Island, Canada 2012
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July 28-August 5, 2012 - St. Peters Bay Wild Blueberry Festival
St. Peters, Prince Edward Island, Canada
A community celebration benefiting local parks and activities. Dances, parade, golf tournament, concerts fireworks, blueberry pancake brunch and more.