FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jack Frost Winterfest 2026 Unveils “Winter Forever: A KPop Tribute!” and Streamlined Festival Experience
(Charlottetown, PEI – November 13, 2026) Atlantic Canada’s largest winter celebration returns February 13 – 16, 2026, promising unforgettable family fun, exciting entertainment, and three unique festival venues. This year, Jack Frost Winterfest presented by Island Coastal, introduces a brand-new live stage show inspired by the global phenomenon of KPop.
Following last year’s beloved Once Upon a Winter, Jack Frost once again teams up with Craig Fair Productions for an original and exclusive children’s show that will take center stage inside Frosty Funland at the Delta Prince Edward.
Winter Forever: A KPop Tribute!
In this year’s feature production, winter has disappeared! The beautiful snow is gone, and our homes and towns, once nestled in a picture-perfect world like a snow globe, are no more. We need to find out who took winter away, and we have to get the winter magic back!
Join us on a KPop adventure as we hunt through the Island to track down the evil-doer who expelled the magic of winter out of PEI! With your help, we will dance and sing our way back to winter! Get ready to take part in this mystical journey, because we need all the help we can get.
A world without snow? Never. WINTER FOREVER!
2026 Venues
In 2026, Jack Frost Winterfest will feature three key venues, creating a more connected and convenient festival experience while continuing to offer both free and ticketed programming:
Snowtopia at Mark Arendz Provincial Ski Park: The snow-covered outdoor activity zone returns to the Mark Arendz Provincial Ski Park Nordic Site, just 15 minutes from Charlottetown. Families can enjoy tube runs, ice slides, horse and sleigh rides, buskers, face painting, live music, Indigenous programming, and ice sculptures daily from 10:30 am – 5:00 pm (Feb 14–16). A ticket is required for admission.
Frosty Funland at the Delta Prince Edward: The indoor kids zone for family fun features inflatables, games, Jack Frost meet-and-greets, and the new Winter Forever: A KPop Tribute! The venue will also offer more character appearances than ever before, making it a favourite stop for young fans. Open 10:30 am – 6:00 pm daily for general admission (Feb 14–16). A ticket is required for admission.
Warm and Glow Zone at Founders’ Food Hall & Market presented by Port Charlottetown: Now home to all of Jack Frost’s free programming. Concentrating Jack Frost’s free programming at Founders’ Food Hall & Market creates a festive, family-friendly warm-up hub with an outdoor skating rink, cozy fireplaces, food vendors, and local shopping, all in one accessible downtown location. New for 2026, the festival welcomes Dairy Farmers of PEI as the presenting sponsor of the magical outdoor skating rink. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome to enjoy the winter magic.
Weekend highlights at the Warm and Glow Zone include a Friday night DJ Skate Party under the lights. On Saturday night, families can enjoy ice sculpting, buskers, horse-drawn wagon rides, live music, and a spectacular fireworks show! Islander Day Monday features the always-popular character skate on the outdoor rink and throughout the whole weekend, visitors can take in live music!
Programming and Ticketing
The celebration officially kicks off Friday at 7:00 pm with Swift Kick presented by Murphy Hospitality Group, an all-ages Taylor Swift tribute concert at the Delta Prince Edward. This year’s show will feature brand-new songs from The Life of a Showgirl, giving fans even more to sing and dance to. Come dressed in your favourite Era, trade friendship bracelets, and sing your heart out. A separate ticket is required, with early-bird pricing available until December 31, 2025.
The Jack Frost VIP hotel package offers families chances to turn their weekend into a winter getaway! Offering unbeatable value with two and three-night all-inclusive stays, VIP weekend passes, character breakfasts, and bedtime treats, hotel packages are the only way to access VIP passes, which include 1.5 hours of early admission Sat – Mon (9:00–10:30 am) to Frosty Funland and Snowtopia daily.
Budget-friendly hotel deals are also available, letting families customize their stay while enjoying special rates.
Jack Frost Winterfest tickets and hotel packages go on sale Monday, November 17, 2025. It’s the perfect Christmas gift and the best deal of the season. Early-bird pricing offers a 23% discount off onsite rates through December 31, 2025. Advance pricing takes effect January 1, 2026, with onsite pricing in effect from February 9, 2026. The earlier you buy, the more you save.
For the schedule of events, hotel packages, and to buy tickets, visit jackfrostfestival.com or follow @jackfrostpei.
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About Jack Frost
Jack Frost Winterfest is presented by Island Coastal and produced by Capital City Events. The festival is supported by the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), Tourism PEI, the City of Charlottetown, Discover Charlottetown, Special Events Reserve Fund (SERF), Downtown Charlottetown Inc., Port Charlottetown, and the Hotel Association of Prince Edward Island.
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Capital City Events
“By focusing all our free activities at Founders’ Hall, we’re creating an even stronger sense of place and community. Guests can move seamlessly from skating to dining to live entertainment — and with our hotel packages offering VIP access and added value, it’s easier than ever for families to turn their festival visit into a winter getaway.”
John Cudmore, Chair, Capital City Events
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
“Tourism stakeholders in PEI continue to explore ways to share the best of each season and provide businesses and communities with increased economic activity year-round. Thanks to these efforts, Jack Frost Winterfest has become a beloved tradition for Islanders and families across Atlantic Canada, and this investment helps to build on that legacy.”
Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, P.C., K.C., Member of Parliament for Central Nova, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Tourism PEI
“Jack Frost Winterfest supports Prince Edward Island’s winter tourism season. This signature event draws thousands of visitors and delivers a meaningful boost to our local economy. I invite Islanders and visitors alike to experience the celebration—enjoy the diverse activities, live entertainment, and outdoor winter fun. Jack Frost Winterfest is a powerful example of how PEI continues to offer vibrant, memorable experiences year-round.”
Honourable Zack Bell, Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture.
City of Charlottetown
“Jack Frost Winterfest has become one of the most anticipated events of the year, bringing families, visitors and our community together to celebrate the joy of winter.” Each year, it continues to evolve and surprise us with creative programming and entertainment that highlights the spirit of Charlottetown as a welcoming, vibrant and family-friendly capital city. We’re proud to support an event that shines a light on local talent, boosts tourism and embraces everything we love about winter in our city.”
Mayor Philip Brown, City of Charlottetown