Downtown Summerside

06/25/2026

Sometimes it’s the little details that make downtown feel like downtown.

The familiar storefronts.
The well-kept porches.
The old brick buildings.
The murals that tell a story.
The places you pass by a hundred times and still notice something new.

Downtown Summerside has a character all its own.

06/23/2026

Behind every downtown storefront, there are people putting their heart into what they do.

From shop owners and makers to chefs, servers, stylists, artists, and staff, Downtown Summerside is shaped by the people who show up every day to make this community feel welcoming, creative, and full of life.

And supporting them does not always have to mean making a big purchase.

A few small ways to show your support:

✨ Like or share their posts online
✨ Leave a kind review after a great experience
✨ Recommend them to a friend
✨ Offer constructive feedback
✨ Choose local when you can
✨ Cheer them on when they try something new
✨ Or even just stop in and say hello

Small actions can make a big difference for the people behind the storefronts. 🤍

06/19/2026

Downtown Summerside businesses, we want to hear from you 📣

A big part of what Downtown Summerside Inc. does is advocacy - and that starts with listening.

We want to better understand where our downtown businesses are feeling stretched, what kind of support would be helpful, and where you may need a little extra visibility, knowledge, or connection.

Maybe you are looking for help getting your message out there.

Maybe you have a new product, service, event, or update that more people should know about.

Maybe there is an area of business where you wish you had more knowledge, like marketing, social media, customer service, grant writing, digital tools, or business planning.

When we know where businesses are struggling, we can look at ways to respond - whether that means:

📲 Helping share your message
🎓 Bringing together educational workshops
📝 Creating helpful resources
🤝 Connecting you with the right supports

If there is something that would help your business right now, please reach out and let us know.

Send us an email at [email protected] to start the conversation 💙

06/17/2026

Sometimes you do not need a big plan.

You just need an afternoon downtown.

A coffee in hand, a few local shops to wander through, somewhere good to eat, and a little time by the water - that sounds like a pretty good way to spend the day to us.

Here are 5 reasons to spend your next free afternoon in Downtown Summerside:

✨ An everyday errands feel like a little outing
✨ It’s an excuse for a local eat, sip, or snack
✨ Find pieces with a little more personality
✨ You can take your time and enjoy the downtown pace
✨ It supports the people behind the storefronts

Tag someone you’d spend a downtown afternoon with.

06/15/2026

WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT 📍

Thank you to everyone who shared a little local love with us 💙

Your comments were such a lovely reminder of the businesses, people, and small moments that make Downtown Summerside feel welcoming and full of life.

Congratulations to Laura Sofia Gomez Mora, who has won a $200 gift card to Samuel's Coffee House! 🎉

We’ll be reaching out directly from this account to arrange the prize.

And remember - leaving a genuine Google review is another simple way to support the Downtown businesses you love ✨

06/12/2026

Let’s share a little local love📍

We’re celebrating the Downtown Summerside businesses that make our city centre feel welcoming, vibrant, and full of life.

Had a great experience Downtown? Tell us about it for a chance to win a $200 gift card to your favourite Downtown Summerside business.

Maybe it’s:

🍽️ A restaurant that never does you wrong
☕ A café that makes your day better
🛍️ A shop where you found something special
💇 A service that made you feel taken care of
🌊 A place that makes Downtown feel like home

Your kind words matter. They help remind people what makes Downtown Summerside special.

Want to support that business even more? Consider leaving them a genuine Google review so others can discover them too.

How to enter:

✅ Follow Downtown Summerside
✅ Comment a positive Downtown business experience
✅ Tag that business in the comment

Contest closes Sunday, June 14th, at 12 pm AST. This contest is open to individuals 19 years and older from the Maritime Provinces. No purchase necessary. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by or associated with Instagram or Facebook. This contest is cross-promoted on Facebook and Instagram. Please note - we will contact the contest winner directly and remind social media users not to click on any links and beware of false accounts pretending to be Downtown Summerside.

06/10/2026

A cozy little invitation for all our knitters, crocheters, makers, and craft lovers 🧶

On Saturday, June 13, Red Island Knits Craft Café is celebrating Global Knit in Public Day with a relaxed Knit in Public event right here in Downtown Summerside 💙

Bring a friend, your current project, and settle in for a little creative time surrounded by fellow makers.

Whether you’re working on a scarf, sweater, pair of socks, or just learning your first few stitches, this is a lovely way to connect, create, and enjoy the craft community downtown.

📍 Red Island Knits Craft Café
🗓 Saturday, June 13, 11 am - 4 pm
🧶 Global Knit in Public Day

Pack your yarn bag, grab a friend, and enjoy an afternoon of knitting in good company.

06/08/2026

Art, sea glass, local makers, and a few lovely reasons to spend time downtown this June ✨

Art Buds has a creative lineup of events happening this month, from cozy artist markets to a Father’s Day-inspired workshop.

🎨 Pop-Up Artist Market
🗓 Saturday, June 13
⏰ 10 am - 3 pm
Browse handmade goods, original artwork, and one-of-a-kind pieces from a small, curated group of local makers.

🌊 Dad & Me: Sea Glass Art Drop-In Workshop
🗓 Saturday, June 20
⏰ Drop in anytime from 10 am - 4 pm
Create your own sea glass artwork using sea glass, driftwood, smooth stones, and other natural treasures. $35 per project, with all materials included. Projects take approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour.

🎨 Pop-Up Artist Market
🗓 Saturday, June 27
⏰ 10 am - 3 pm
Another chance to meet local artists, hear the stories behind their work, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon with Summerside’s creative community.

📍 Art Buds - 329 Water Street, Summerside

Whether you’re looking to make something meaningful, meet local makers, or simply enjoy a creative moment downtown, Art Buds is a lovely stop this June.

06/05/2026

Daisy-Mae Bookshop has officially moved into her new space on Water St!

Stop by the new store at 250 St., say hello, and look around 👋

06/04/2026

You know it's officially summer when the Leger Park Splash Pad is OPEN!

We’re so lucky to have community spaces like this where little ones can splash, play, and soak up summer 💙

🌊⛲ SPLASH PAD ACCESS

The Leger Park Splash Pad is now OPEN for the season as warm temperatures permit. Enjoy!