Founders Food Hall

Charlottetown, PEI

Couple enjoying drinks and live music outdoors at Sounds of the Waterfront in Charlottetown PEI, seated in red Adirondack chairs on the patio lawn

Live Music Charlottetown PEI – Summer Sounds at Founders’ Food Hall & Market 

Your Summer Soundtrack on the Waterfront 

Picture live music floating through the breeze while you unwind beside the harbour with a drink in hand. That’s the vibe at Founders’ Food Hall & Market from July through early September! With live music playing daily at Founders’ Food Hall & Market, locals and visitors alike can enjoy this vibe for free; served up with food, drinks, and all the good summertime feels. 

Where to find live music in Charlottetown 

Wondering where to find live music in Charlottetown this summer? Look no further than the Sounds of the Waterfront Presented by Dairy Farmers of PEI, running July 2–August 31. Daily performances take place on the Founders’ Food Hall & Market patio and at the Peake’s Quay Courtyard, giving you options depending on the time of day: 

  • 12 pm–2 pm at Founders’ Food Hall & Market patio 
  • 2 pm–4 pm at Peake’s Quay Courtyard 
  • 5 pm–7 pm at both locations simultaneously 

Sounds of the Waterfront Schedule

Every day brings a fresh mix—fiddle tunes, acoustic duos, Cuban guitar, wind ensembles, and other styles from local performers. It’s the perfect soundtrack to a waterfront lunch or evening concert by the sea. 

Live music and beer: pair your tunes with sips 

If your idea of summer fun includes fresh live music and a cold drink in hand, you’re in luck: live music and beer go hand-in-hand at Founders’ Food Hall & Market. 

At the Founders’ Food Hall & Market patio stage, you can explore offerings from local vendors and enjoy a pint from nearby craft breweries as you listen to midday or evening sets. Whether you’re savouring lunch or sharing cocktails at sunset, the music, the water views, and the locally brewed drinks make this a top pick for locals and visitors alike.

Founders’ Food Hall & Market Vendors

Do I need tickets or reservations? 

A: Nope! Sounds of the Waterfront Presented by Dairy Farmers of PEI is entirely free—no tickets needed. Just show up, pick a spot with a good view (or a sunny seat on the patio), and enjoy the atmosphere with your crew or solo with a snack, in rain or shine! Most performances are outside, and if rain threatens, the Founders’ Food Hall & Market stage will move indoors. 

Ready to catch a show? 

So, whether you’re searching for live music Charlottetown PEI or seeking a fun summer outing with good tunes, snacks, and drinks— Founders’ Food Hall & Market is your daily destination. From lunchtime folk sets to early evening guitar duos, this series brings the Island’s musical charm straight to you. 

Pair this with local eats from our vendors, grab a drink, and settle in for a performance that feels built for patio vibes and sunset hangs. 

🗓 Stay in the loop with our event calendar!
➡️ Check out schedule updates and featured performers on our Event Calendar 
➡️ Learn more about what’s on tap from Founders’ Food Hall & Market vendors

See you this summer at the waterfront!