Old Home Week PEI

Old Home Week

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Cultural & TraditionalCharlottetown
Dates14–22 August 2026Confirmed listing
Duration9 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLiving tradition, ritual symbols01 Harness racing card: horses and drivers
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: CAD
CategoryCultural & TraditionalFestival type
The story

Old Home Week PEI in Charlottetown

Old Home Week fills Charlottetown Driving Park each August with harness racing, a full midway, and agricultural displays, making it Prince Edward Island's largest summer fair. Livestock judging, 4-H showcases, and grandstand entertainment sit alongside carnival rides, giving the event a broad, multi-generational fair atmosphere distinct from the island's music and theatre festivals.

Charlottetown Driving Park fills with harness racing, midway rides, and agricultural displays each August when Old Home Week takes over as Prince Edward Island's largest fair.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

01 Harness racing card: horses and drivers from across the Maritimes compete on the Driving Park's oval track throughout the week

02

The mystery stays covered

02 Full midway: carnival rides and games run alongside the fair's agricultural programming

03

The city starts moving

03 Agricultural showcase: livestock judging, produce competitions, and 4-H displays keep the event tied to PEI's farming community

04

The water draws everyone in

04 Grandstand entertainment: nightly shows add a concert-style element to the fair format

05

The old stones answer

05 Generational tradition: many island families return to the same fair rides and racing seats every year

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The harness racing card

Water and renewal

Living ritual

livestock and produce judging

The sacred route

Living ritual

4-H youth showcases

The local code

Living ritual

a fair parade

Tradition 5

Living ritual

and returning to familiar midway spots yearly

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

14–22 August 2026

Getting around

For Old Home Week PEI, plan transport around the exact Charlottetown venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Warm August days and cooler evenings call for comfortable closed shoes for midway grounds and livestock barns, a light layer for evening racing, a sun hat and sunscreen for daytime, and...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For Old Home Week PEI, stay near the part of Charlottetown you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

CAD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map46.23 N, 63.13 WOpen in Google Maps

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada

Nearest airportYYG — Charlottetown
TransportFor Old Home Week PEI, plan transport around the exact Charlottetown venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Old Home Week PEI, stay near the part of Charlottetown you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Charlottetown via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Charlottetown, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for August.Compare faresFestival gearWarm August days and cooler evenings call for comfortable closed shoes for midway grounds and livestock barns, a light layer for evening racing, a sun hat and sunscreen for daytime, and clothes that can handle dust and animal barns.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Canada and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Old Home Week PEI?

Old Home Week PEI is listed for 14–22 August 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Old Home Week PEI take place?

The festival is listed in Charlottetown, Canada. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

9 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLoldhomeweekpei.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates14–22 August 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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