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North Cape Coastal Drive, Western PEI Acadian culture is celebrated in Région Évangéline, Mi'kmaq tradition on Lennox Island.

ed through song, dance, stories, and traditional practices. Celtic roots are nourished at one of the many Kitchen Parties, Ceilidhs, or small halls dotting the region’s landscape. Culinary delights from land and sea will be sure to pleasure anyone’s palate. Fresh seafood is common throughout the region, with mussels, clams, crab, lobster, and oysters on offer at many local kitchens. In fact, it is the popularity of the Malpeque Oyster, and the importance of the industry to the area, that earned us the title “Canadian Oyster Coast”. Island produce is also available at roadside stands or farmers’ markets ensuring delicious flavours are always available. Whether it’s digging for clams or making potato fudge, weaving with wood or relaxing by the sea, adventure awaits in this exciting region.

06/09/2025

Take a stroll down the red dirt road—Moth Lane Brewing is now open 7 days a week! 🍻

Moth Lane is a laid-back seaside brewery that’s all about good beer, good food, and great views. It’s a must-visit whether you’re touring Western PEI or just out for a drive.

Grab a seat on the deck and enjoy the breeze off the water, or cozy up inside the taproom with a flight of small-batch ales—each one brewed right here, full of character and local flavour.

Come hungry! The kitchen’s serving up smoked pulled pork, beer battered fish & chips, and the crowd-favourite Moth Lane Burger—PEI beef, bacon, arugula, and house sauce, piled high and served with onion rings.

📍 101 Mickie Allen Shore Rd, Ellerslie, PE
📅 Open 7 days a week

🍺 Beer Hours
Mon–Thu: 9AM – 8PM
Fri: 9AM – 10PM
Sat: 12PM – 10PM
Sun: 12PM – 8PM

🔥 Kitchen Hours
Mon–Thu: 12PM – 8PM
Fri–Sat: 12PM – 9PM
Sun: 12PM – 8PM

Take the scenic route—your next favourite beer is waiting at the end.

06/08/2025

Northport Pier Restaurant opens for the 2025 season today!

From fresh Island seafood to desserts like their famous blueberry bread pudding, there’s something for everyone on the menu.

Housed in a historic boatbuilding shop, this charming spot offers some of the best views on the Island—Cascumpec Bay, Northport Harbour, the Cascumpec lighthouse, and rolling sand dunes in the distance.

Watch the boats come and go, enjoy a seaside meal, and take a stroll along the boardwalk after.

06/04/2025

Red cliffs. Warm tides. Endless wonder.

In quiet Western Prince Edward Island, it feels like the world pauses—just for you.

Golden light dances on the cliffs, herons glide above the sea, and each wave whispers its own secret. ✨🌊

06/02/2025

Step inside the home where L.M. Montgomery lived during her first teaching job in 1894—and see the Island just as she once did.

The Bideford Parsonage Museum is now officially open for the 2025 season! Tour the beautifully restored parsonage, learn about rural Island life in the late 1800s, and discover the stories that shaped one of Canada’s most beloved authors. Admission is just $10, including a guided tour—or explore on your own.

Don’t miss the 25th Annual Strawberry Social on Sunday, July 20 from 1–4:30pm—a summer tradition filled with sweet treats and old-fashioned charm. 🍓

The museum also features an updated Gift Shop, stocked with brand new items perfect for history lovers and Anne fans alike.

📍 Hours:
June 2–15: Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm
June 16–Aug 29: Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm
Aug 30–Sept 26: Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm
Closed Sundays, except for the Strawberry Social

👉 www.bidefordparsonagemuseum.com

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05/26/2025

The Stompin’ Tom Festival Series Is Back! 🎶👢

Starting June 7th and running through October, the Stompin' Tom Centre in Skinners Pond is once again bringing the music, flavour, and heart of PEI to life! Every Saturday night at 8PM, catch live performances from some of Atlantic Canada’s most celebrated artists — including Dave Gunning, JP Cormier, Gordie MacKeeman & His Rhythm Boys, Richard Wood & Dancers, Lennie Gallant, and a stage full of incredible local talent. And there’s so much more:

🎆 Canada Day double-header concerts (July 1 at 2PM & 3PM)
🎤 Nashville Songwriters Festival (Aug 28–30), hosted by Ben Chase
🍽️ All-new “Believe in Your Country” dinner theatre, running Tuesdays & Thursdays starting July 1st
🦪 Free daily live music (1–2PM) and the fan-favourite “Shucked-In” experience — where you’ll slurp a PEI oyster, take the pledge, and become an Honorary Islander!

🥘 Come hungry! The on-site restaurant serves up Island favourites like lobster rolls, poutine, and The Stompin’ Burger, with indoor dining and a sun-soaked patios overlooking the near-by beach.

📚 While you're there, explore the historic one-room schoolhouse where Stompin’ Tom once studied, and visit the Skinners Pond homestead he later returned to buy and preserve. The Centre’s exhibits, memorabilia, and interactive displays bring his legacy to life — from gold records to stomped floorboards.

Whether you’re road-tripping, camping nearby, or just looking for a great night out, the Stompin’ Tom Centre is a must-stop on the North Cape Coastal Drive.

📍 Skinners Pond, PEI – Route 14
🎟️ See the full schedule & grab your tickets: www.stompintomcentre.com

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05/18/2025

Ever paddleboarded with a goat? 🐐🌊
Only in Western PEI.

At Beach Goats in St. Chrysostome, you can float the warm, shallow waters of the Northumberland Strait with a goat as your paddle buddy—plus enjoy drop-ins, toddler playgroups, goat yoga, paint nights, and more. It’s one of the most unique and unforgettable experiences you’ll find on the Island.

🗓️ Weekly events + private bookings available
👉 Check the calendar & plan your visit: www.beachgoats.ca

Tag someone who needs a goat getaway. Spots fill up fast—don’t miss it!

05/16/2025

Up West, the only rush hour is the tide rolling in. 🌅

05/15/2025

Ever walked through a house made of over 25,000 glass bottles?
You can — and it’s right here in Cape-Egmont, PEI.

The Maisons de Bouteilles / Bottle Houses are back for the season starting this Saturday, May 17!
Explore a glowing chapel, colourful glass walls, peaceful gardens 🌿, and one of the most unique gift shops on the Island.

A must-stop for photographers, road-trippers, and anyone who loves creative places ✨

Tag your adventure crew 👇

📸 daveyandsky
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05/14/2025

20 reasons to come Up West — and so many more to discover.

From goats on paddleboards to North America's longest natural rock reef, Western PEI is full of one-of-a-kind places to explore.

📸 We’ve highlighted 20 unique stops along the North Cape Coastal Drive — but we know that’s just the beginning.

What are we missing? Drop your favourite hidden gems or must-do stops in the comments 👇

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05/13/2025

The Canadian Potato Museum in O’Leary is back for another spud-tacular season! 🥔📸

Exploring Western PEI? Make this your must-stop spot. Tour one of the world’s largest potato collections, learn about Island farm life, snap a photo with the famous Big Potato, and discover the roots of PEI’s most iconic crop.

Feeling hungry? The PEI Potato Country Kitchen is open daily from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., serving up loaded baked potatoes, fresh lobster rolls, seaweed pie, and their legendary potato fudge. 🍴😋

Don’t forget to stop by the Potato Blossom Boutique, filled with Island-made gifts, snacks, clothing, and unique keepsakes.

And starting late June, you can even book a farm tour! 🚜 Visit a working potato farm, meet a local grower, enjoy a potato-based lunch, and get a behind-the-scenes look at PEI’s farming culture — every Tuesday and Thursday.

📍 O’Leary, PE
🕒 Museum open daily 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Kitchen open daily 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
👉 Plan your visit: www.canadianpotatomuseum.com

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05/07/2025

The best sunsets live here — no filter needed.

From red cliffs to golden horizons, there’s no place like Up West.

📸 daveyandsky
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05/06/2025

🦙✨ The Alpacas Are Back! ✨🦙

Green Gable Alpacas kicks off the 2025 season this Thursday, May 9 — and you’re invited to celebrate with the herd! 🧶

🎉 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦
Meet the alpacas, explore the world of alpaca farming, and discover how their luxurious fibre becomes cozy socks, duvets, and hand-dyed yarn.
From 1:00–2:30 PM with admission just $13.75–$16.60 — a perfect way to kick off your summer with some soft and fuzzy fun!

📅 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐚 𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐧𝐬 – 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 (𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞–𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭)
Drop in anytime between 1:00–4:30 PM for a relaxed, themed visit. Each week explores something different — from shearing and spinning demos to fibre dyeing, feeding time, and more.
Admission is $10/person, no booking required.

🎨 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐚 𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬-𝐨𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞?
Get up close with the alpacas in one of their signature workshops:
🧵 Tales of the Twist – Alpacas from Farm to Yarn
👩‍🌾 Be an Alpaca Farmer
🎨 Live & Let’s Dye – Yarn Dyeing Workshop
🪡 Friends & Fibre – I Felt an Alpaca

📍 Birch Hill, PEI
🗓️ Open Monday to Saturday (Sundays = well-earned alpaca rest day)

👉 Plan your visit: www.greengablealpacas.com

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455 Main Street
Alberton, PE
C0B1B0

Telephone

+19028536557

Website

http://www.northcapedrive.ca/

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The North Cape Coastal Drive is home to some of the most Genuine Coastal Experiences on Prince Edward Island. The villages of the North Cape Region burst with pride as they celebrate their culture, heritage, and way of life. Festivals highlighting the importance of lobsters, oysters, potatoes, handicrafts, and Irish moss take place in a jubilant atmosphere. The cultures of Western PEI are celebrated through song, dance, stories, and traditional practices. Acadian culture is celebrated in Région Évangéline, Mi'kmaq tradition on Lennox Island. Celtic roots are nourished at one of the many Kitchen Parties, Ceilidhs, or small halls dotting the region’s landscape. Culinary delights from land and sea will be sure to pleasure anyone’s palate. Fresh seafood is common throughout the region, with mussels, clams, crab, lobster, and oysters on offer at many local kitchens. In fact, it is the popularity of the Malpeque Oyster, and the importance of the industry to the area, that earned us the title “Canadian Oyster Coast”. Island produce is also available at roadside stands or farmers’ markets ensuring delicious flavours are always available. Whether it’s digging for clams or making potato fudge, weaving with wood or relaxing by the sea, adventure awaits in this exciting region.