Cheers to 2025 at Founders’ Food Hall & Market Charlottetown, Here’s to 2026!
From glowing winter nights to lively summer days, Founders’ Food Hall & Market buzzed with energy year-round. Locals and visitors gathered to warm up, connect, and celebrate in every season. Whether enjoying Winterfest, live music, or local makers, each visit felt special. Together, these moments created a year filled with community, creativity, and island pride.
Winter 2025: Ice, Glow, and Festive Nights
As 2025 kicked off, Founders’ Food Hall & Market welcomed visitors with warmth and excitement despite the winter chill. The hall proudly served as the Warm & Glow Zone during Charlottetown’s Jack Frost Winterfest. Offering a cozy retreat where guests could thaw out by the fire pits, enjoy hot drinks, and soak in the festive atmosphere.
One standout event was “An unforgettable night on the ice!” , where locals gathered to skate, socialize, and enjoy live music by a local DJ in a festive atmosphere. This was more than just a skating night; it was a celebration of winter’s best moments, blending fresh air with friendly faces and delicious food.
Throughout winter, Founders continued live music on Friday and Saturday evenings, warming cold nights and bringing people together. Vendors served local favourites, from handcrafted jewellery to island-inspired dishes, perfect PEI souvenirs for visitors and locals.
Spring 2025: Celebrations of Local Culture and Connection
Spring saw Founders’ Food Hall & Market truly come alive with community spirit and cultural pride. The Proudly Canadian celebration on April 26 was a highlight, featuring all-day live music with local artists like Ryan Merry and The Fabulously Rich setting a joyful soundtrack for shoppers and visitors.
During the spring months, vendors brought fresh energy to the hall. Rotating products that are unique, handmade , and perfect for discovering one-of-a-kind PEI souvenirs and local treasures. The atmosphere was casual and inviting, a place where visitors could explore local shops, chat with creators, and feel connected to the island’s creative heartbeat.
Spring also included special family-friendly moments that brought all ages together, highlighting Founders’ role as a welcoming gathering spot.
Summer 2025: Launches, Night Markets, and Waterfront Beats
Summer was a season of vibrant celebrations and memorable experiences. The Summer Kickoff Night Market on June 21 was an instant hit, filling the hall with crowds eager to enjoy delicious food, browse unique local products, and dance to live tunes. The buzz was palpable as friends and families kicked off the season with joy and flavour.
Shortly after, Sounds of the Waterfront, presented by Dairy Farmers of PEI, made its much-anticipated return at the end of June. The series offered daily live music on the waterfront, featuring various genres against Charlottetown’s stunning harbour backdrop Charlottetown harbour backdrop.
Inside the hall, live music was a constant summer companion with regular Saturday night performances that blended food, drink, and entertainment seamlessly.
A Festive Farewell: Deck the Hall & Capital New Year
The year wrapped up with festive cheer during Deck the Hall and Capital New Year celebrations. Founders’ Food Hall & Market sparkled with seasonal décor, twinkling lights, and a joyful holiday atmosphere. Visitors gathered to shop local, enjoy comforting food, and celebrate together indoors. As part of Capital New Year, the hall welcomed guests escaping the cold to ring in 2026. It was a warm, celebratory ending to a year filled with connection, music, and community spirit.
Looking Ahead to 2026
2025 at Founders’ Food Hall & Market was a vibrant tapestry of events, music, art, and community connection. Thank you to everyone who visited, shopped, and celebrated with us during an unforgettable year.
In 2026, enjoy more live music, pop-up experiences, seasonal celebrations, and PEI souvenirs at Charlottetown’s favourite food hall!