Featured Events in Charlottetown in May, 2025 (August Updated)

We are thrilled to be welcoming best-selling author Carley Fortune back to Charlottetown for the launch of her new book One Golden Summer. Please join us Monday, May 26th at 7 pm at the Prince Edward Island Convention Centre for an exciting evening moderated by Jessica Doria Brown. Tickets are $36 plus fees and taxes and include a copy of the book. With the success of last year’s launch of This Summer Will Be Different, we are moving to a larger venue but tickets are limited, so don’t wait. One Golden Summer is a radiant, new escape to the lake from #1 New York Times bestselling author Carley Fortune. Good things happen at the lake. That’s what Alice’s grandmother says, and it’s true. Alice spent just one summer there at a cottage with Nan when she was seventeen—it’s where she took that photo, the one of three grinning teenagers in a yellow speedboat, the image that changed her life. Now Alice lives behind a lens. As a photographer, she’s most comfortable on the sidelines, letting other people shine. Lately though, she’s been itching for something more, and when Nan falls and breaks her hip, Alice comes up with a plan for them both: another summer in that magical place, Barry’s Bay. But as soon as they settle in, their peace is disrupted by the roar of a familiar yellow boat, and the man driving it. Charlie Florek was nineteen when Alice took his photo from afar. Now he’s all grown up—a shameless flirt, who manages to make Nan laugh and Alice long to be seventeen again, when life was simpler, when taking pictures was just for fun. Sun-slanted days and warm nights out on the lake with Charlie are a balm for Alice’s soul, but when she looks up and sees his piercing green gaze directly on her, she begins to worry for her heart. CARLEY FORTUNE is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Every Summer After, Meet Me at the Lake, and This Summer Will Be Different. Her books have sold more than one-million copies worldwide. She is an award-winning Canadian journalist who’s worked as an editor for Refinery29, The Globe and Mail, Chatelaine, and Toronto Life. She lives in Toronto with her husband and two sons. Jessica Doria Brown is a journalist with CBC in PEI. Originally from Toronto, Jessica has worked for CBC in Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, and Ontario. She is an accomplished reporter, shooter/editor, radio newsreader and producer who files stories for news and current affairs, TV, radio and the web. Information Source: Bookmark | eventbrite

Join the Charlottetown Astronomy Club for a fun, family-friendly celebration of Astronomy & Star Wars Day ! This interactive event brings science and sci-fi together with hands-on astronomy displays, telescope demonstrations, and space-themed show-and-tell tables. Meet costumed Star Wars characters—including Stormtroopers—and show off your best Jedi or Sith look in our Star Wars costume contest . Whether you're curious about the cosmos or a fan of the galaxy far, far away, there's something for everyone to enjoy! Information Source: Charlottetown Astronomy Club | eventbrite

Where will you go next? Join CAA Travel for an evening of wonderful presentations with our expert travel partners like Rocky Mountaineer, AmaWaterways, and more! This event will begin at 5:30 PM, with presentations starting at 6:00 PM, at the PEI Brewing Company at 96 Kensington Rd. Learn about exclusive CAA member benefits and ask our experts about the best 2025 itineraries, travel insurance, and personalized travel recommendations. Join us for the chance to win a $500 travel voucher, enjoy some light refreshments, and learn everything you need to know about your next trip! Information Source: CAA | eventbrite

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Welcome to the PEI Spiritual Expo 2025 ! Join us for a day filled with enlightenment, connection, and spiritual growth. This in-person event will take place on Sat, May 17, 2025 at The Rodd Royalty in beautiful Prince Edward Island. Come and explore a variety of practitioners, vendors, guest speakers, readings and demonstrations; offering everything from crystals to tarot readings. Connect with like-minded individuals and discover new ways to enhance your spiritual journey. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your horizons and nourish your soul. See you there! Information Source: Paula Ross, practitioner, author, and student | eventbrite

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We are thrilled to be hosting our Spring Recital at the brand new UPEI Performing Arts Centre! To accommodate all of our dance families, we will be having 3 shows this year. Friday, May 30th 7:00pm (Junior Show) Saturday, May 31st 2:00pm (Mini Show) & 7:00pm (Senior Show) Be sure to double check which classes your dancer is in, so you can make sure you catch their routines! Mini Show - May 31 2:00pm ACT ONE Junior Co - Jazz Intro to Ballet/Tap Petite Co - Lyrical Junior Team - Hip Hop Intro to Jazz/Hip Hop 1 Beginner Hip Hop 1 Inter Co - Contemp Junior Co - Hip Hop INTERMISSION ACT TWO Inter Co - Hip Hop Petite Co - Jazz Junior Co - Lyrical  Intro to Jazz/Hip Hop 2 Junior Team - Jazz Beginner Lyrical  Beginner Hip Hop 2 Junior/Inter Co - Hip Hop Information Source: 24strong | eventbrite

We are thrilled to be hosting our Spring Recital at the brand new UPEI Performing Arts Centre! To accommodate all of our dance families, we will be having 3 shows this year. Friday, May 30th 7:00pm (Junior Show) Saturday, May 31st 2:00pm (Mini Show) & 7:00pm (Senior Show) Be sure to double check which classes your dancer is in, so you can make sure you catch their routines! Senior Show - May 31 7:00pm ACT ONE Adv Co - Hip Hop Teen Team - Jazz Inter Team - Contemp Inter Lyrical Senior Co - Jazz Inter Co - Contemp Inter Broadway Senior/Adv Co - Jazz INTERMISSION ACT TWO Inter Co - Hip Hop Inter Jazz Funk Senior Co - Hip Hop Adv Co - Lyrical Inter Jazz Inter Team - Hip Hop Teen Team - Contemp Inter Co - Jazz Senior Co - Lyrical   Inter Hip Hop Inter Team - Jazz Adv Co - Jazz Information Source: 24strong | eventbrite