Prince Edward Island comes to life with the promise of spring. From fresh flavours to outdoor adventures and everything in between, the season offers the perfect blend of relaxation and excitement. Whether it’s the thrill of Setting Day or the beauty of tulips in bloom, there’s no shortage of bucket-list-worthy experiences to enjoy this spring on PEI.

Watch the Boats on Setting Day

Setting Day marks the official start of the spring lobster fishing season, one of PEI’s most celebrated traditions. Coastal communities come alive with anticipation, and many gather at harbours to watch as the fishermen set out on their boats to drop their traps.

Indulge in a Classic PEI Lobster Dinner

Once the traps are full, it’s time to feast! A fresh-caught PEI lobster dinner is a spring time essential (and the perfect mother’s day celebration). Whether you enjoy it at a tradition Loster Supper like New Glasgow Lobster Suppers, or Fisherman’s Wharf, or prefer your own backyard boil with all the fixin’s, there’s nothing quite like cracking into a perfectly steamed lobster, paired with Island potatoes and some delicious Island butter.

Catch the action at Red Shores Racetrack

Harness racing is a beloved Island pastime, and there’s no better place to experience the thrill than at Red Shores Racetrack & Casino in Charlottetown. Racing starts back up in May, so you can feel the excitement as the horses thunder down the track, place your bets, and enjoy a fun-filled evening at Red Shores!

Setting Day | Photo by The Red Head Roamer

New Glasgow Lobster Suppers | Photo by Brady McCloskey

Red Shores Racetrack & Casino

Tee off on PEI’s Stunning Golf Courses

With the arrival of spring, golf courses across PEI repoen, offering rolling fairways and world glass greens once again. Whether you’re playing a round at the legendary Green Gables Golf Club, Mill River Resort or a hidden gem like Belfast Highland Greens, PEI is a golfer’s paradise, and spring is the perfect time to take advantage of shoulder season rates!

Step into the Story at Green Gables Heritage Place

Spring is the perfect time to visit Green Gables Heritage Place, where the world of Anne of Green Gables comes to life! Take a stroll along Lover’s Lane, and tour the historic home that inspired the beloved house that Anne called home.

Savour Delicious Flavours

Food lovers rejoice, because springtime in PEI is filled with delicious culinary contests! PEI Burger Love and Taco Battles bring out the best in Island chefs, serving up mouthwatering burgers and inventive tacos throughout the season. It’s the perfect excuse to explore local restaurants and treat your taste buds.

Green Gables Heritage Place | Photo by Via Reyes

PEI Burger Love | Photo by Brickhouse Kitchen & Bar

Mill River Golf Course | Photo by Brady McCloskey

Wander through the Tulips

Nothing says spring like fields of blooming tulips! Belfast Tulips is a hidden gem tucked away along the Points East Coastal Drive and is the Island’s only Tulip Upick! Stroll through the fields, snap stunning photos, and grab a bucket of buds to celebrate the beauty of spring in bloom.

Get Outside Again

It’s time to lace up your walking shoes and explore PEI’s scenic trails and boardwalks. From the picturesque Confederation Trail to coastal boardwalks like Victoria Park in Charlottetown and the Greenwich Dunes Trail, spring is the perfect season to enjoy nature’s revival. Whether hiking, biking, or simply taking a leisurely stroll, reconnecting with the great outdoors is a must-do.

Visit a Dairy Bar

The return of warmer temperatures also means the return of PEI’s beloved dairy bars! Whether your stopping by for a scoop of COWS ice cream or grabbing a towering soft serve cone from Frosty Treat in Kensington, indulging in a sweet frozen treat is a rite of passage as the seasons change.

Take the Ferry

Spring marks the return of the Northumberland Ferries, making it the perfect time to hop aboard and enjoy the stunning views of the Northumberland Strait. Whether you’re taking a leisurely day trip or heading off on a scenic drive through the Maritimes, the ferry ride is a relaxing and picturesque way to experience the changing of the seasons. Bonus: Keep an eye out for marine life along the way!

COWs Ice Cream | Photo by Katharine MacDonald

Belfast Tulips | Photo via Belfast Tulips

Confederation Trail, Montague | ©Tourism PEI / Yvonne Duivenvoorden

Northumberland Ferries | Photo by Davey and Sky

Whether you’re a long-time local or visiting for the first time, spring on PEI is your chance to reconnect with the Island’s natural beauty, rich traditions, and mouthwatering flavours. What will you cross off your bucket list this season?

Photo by PEI Camera Roll