hour holds an opportunity for delight. Warm & Glow Zone — The Heart of Free Festivities Not every festival moment should require a ticket, and the Warm & Glow Zone ensures that Jack Frost Winterfest remains accessible to all. Located at the Founders’ Food Hall & Market in downtown Charlottetown, this zone is a cozy centerpiece of free programming. Here, you’ll find a magical outdoor skating rink — presented by the Dairy Farmers of PEI — illuminated by twinkling lights where skaters glide underneath the winter sky. Fire pits invite conversations among friends and strangers alike, food vendors offer global flavours with local flair, and live music adds rhythm to the atmosphere. Weekend highlights include a Friday night DJ Skate Party, live ice sculpting, horse- drawn wagon rides, and a breathtaking
fireworks display on Saturday night that lights up the sky over Charlottetown’s heart.
Snowtopia — Outdoor Winter Wonderland
Frosty Funland — Indoor Carnival of Imagination When winter bites a bit too sharply, head indoors to Frosty Funland at the Delta Prince Edward. Bright colors, bouncy castles, games, face-painting, and sweet treats create a carnival atmosphere that’s perfect for families with younger children. This year’s big draw at Frosty Funland is a brand-new children’s show — “Winter Forever: A KPop Tribute!” The narrative? Winter has vanished, and only by dancing and singing with our KPop heroes can we reclaim its magic. It’s an innovative twist on festival entertainment, blending a global cultural phenomenon with local winter storytelling. Frosty Funland also plays host to daily performances, character meet-and-greets, and engaging activities that turn short visits into memorable adventures. From balloon twisting to bilingual children’s shows, every
Located at the Mark Arendz Provincial Ski Park Nordic Site in Brookvale, Snowtopia is where winter does what it’s best at: being cold, snowy, and fun. Picture tube runs soaring down snow hills, ice slides sending giggles skyward, and families bundled up sipping hot chocolate by bonfires as local musicians play in the background. Here, the crisp winter air is your companion, and the snow-packed trails invite adventure. Ice sculptors craft intricate frozen art, horse-drawn sleigh rides wind through snowy clearings, and warm tents offer games, music, and community meet-ups. Snowtopia is the place for those who want to embrace winter fully — the sort of terrain that turns first-time visitors into winter lovers.
Kickoff and Highlights The festival officially kicks off Friday night with “Swift Kick”, an all-ages Taylor Swift tribute concert held at the Delta Prince Edward. With fans encouraged to dress in their favourite era outfits and swap friendship bracelets, it’s a vibrant celebration that brings music lovers and winter enthusiasts together for an unforgettable opening night. Across the weekend, the schedule is packed with structured programming — from family-friendly entertainment to interactive experiences that keep the energy high. In Snowtopia, tubes and slides beckon thrill-seekers from morning till afternoon, while Frosty Funland hosts engaging stage shows and creative performances. At the Warm & Glow Zone, the festive momentum never stops.
Snow-covered Charlottetown and its surrounding landscapes are transformed into a winter playground
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