Celebrate Acadian Day at the Fair during Old Home Week

The City of Charlottetown will host Acadian Day at the Fair during Old Home Week as part of the Congrès mondial acadien 2019 (CMA 2019 - World Acadian Congress) celebrations.

The Congrès mondial acadien takes place every five years to celebrate Acadian culture and bring Acadian communities together to strengthen the ties between them. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the event, and communities are hosting celebrations throughout the host region of Prince Edward Island and Southeastern New Brunswick. Charlottetown will serve as one of the host municipalities for CMA 2019, with activities taking place on Monday, Aug. 12.

Acadian Day at the Fair will take place during Prince Edward Island’s largest agricultural festival. The event kicks off on Aug. 12 with family- focused entertainment from 12 to 4:30 p.m., featuring musician and storyteller Michael Pendergast, interactive performances by Carnaval en Promenade, and story time for children.

Acadian Day at the Fair will continue at 6 p.m. with a Maritime Kitchen Party, featuring P.E.I. Native Jonathan Arsenault, East Coast Music Awardwinning roots artist Meaghan Blanchard, Nova Scotia traditional and electronic band Comté de Clare, and Junonominated singer-songwriter Lennie Gallant.

Throughout the day on Aug. 12, the public is invited to stroll through Artisan Alley, an Acadian-themed artisan market, and watch the creation of an Acadian-themed sand sculpture.

Participants can also enjoy delicious Acadian cuisine at the Top of the Park Restaurant at the Red Shores Racetrack and Casino (reservations recommended) and cheer on their favourite horse during a featured harness race presented by CMA 2019 and the City of Charlottetown. Following the race, join the winning horse at trackside for the cooler presentation and photo op.