Things to Do in Prince Edward County with Kids
From beach days to cozy off-season escapes, Prince Edward County offers family-friendly experiences year-round.
The County is a kid's paradise, offering more than just beaches. From alpaca farms and apple orchards to a wealth of year-round outdoor activities, there's no shortage of fun to keep your little County-ites busy. Seasonal events and festivals welcome families of all ages, ensuring there's something for everyone, whether you're supervising teenagers, toddlers, or parents. We've got something for all ages and stages.
The Beau Bistro
Eat And Drink
The Beau Bistro is a modern Canadian Restaurant in downtown Picton Ontario, Join us for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Our menu features signature bistro smash burgers, crispy fish and chips, braised beef brisket, and seasonal comfort food made with fresh local ingredients. Enjoy creative cocktails and regional wines on our summer patio. Located at 161 Main Street West, we are just minutes away from Sandbanks Provincial Park. Takeout and delivery available.
The Gryphon
Arts And Culture
Rebuilt Regency Cottage with five beddrooms including en suites, two kitchens and three porches. A perfect getaway for families and friends.
Blooms and Berries on East Lake
Arts And Culture
Guests will find a beautifully manicured 10 acres property, featuring fields of strawberries and other fruits, along with a specialty flower garden, and several large flower fields with trails, art installations, and unique photo taking opportunities. Our mission is to make sure you leave with a huge smile and memories to last a lifetime!
Picton Skate Park & Playground
Experience Attraction
Family-friendly skate/BMX park by children's playground, snack shop, and washroom at historic Crystal Palace. Convenient parking at Picton Fairgrounds.
Black River Cottages
Accommodation
A family-run waterfront cottage retreat in Prince Edward County, where days slow down, kids play freely, and guests return year after year for the feeling of being truly at ease.
The Welsh House
Accommodation
Your Perfect Picton location ~ an historic 3-bedroom house for 6, with 2 bathrooms, stocked kitchen, dining room, parlour, outdoor seating in shady garden. Charming 1857 home near all of Picton's attractions, not far from all of those award-winning wineries and beautiful white sand beaches. Casual, convenient, perfectly cozy and with helpful hospitality.
County Stage Company
Arts And Culture
County Stage is Prince Edward County’s professional repertory theatre—bringing exceptional artists, compelling stories, and shared community experiences to the County each summer. Our work is rooted in excellence, collaboration, and a commitment to telling Canadian stories that resonate here at home.
Black River Ridge
Accommodation
Black River Ridge is the home of ArtClassesPEC.ca offering art classes, retreats, plein air workshops, art gallery and art camp for kids. Near Milford, great for rough camping, walking trails, and lake views. Join Rosanne Middleton-Hanley, in her large open teaching/art event space, high ceiling, large skylights, lofty perspectives and fully equipped art workshop stations. Group rates apply.
Bark Woodshop & Studio
Arts And Culture
Boutique woodworking studio in Prince Edward County, on wine route near 9 vineyards. Specializing in cutting and charcuterie boards, all handmade. Photos: julianandkelly.com.
Wilda Farmhouse
Accommodation
Wilda Farmhouse offers unparalleled privacy and adventure; it's the perfect place for family holidays or getaways with friends. A classic 1850s farm with a modernized farmhouse, historic barns, 15 acres of fields and forest, and sweeping views of the Bay of Quinte, Wilda Farmhouse is all about unplugging and having fun with your people.
Alpaca Lane Farm
Experience Attraction
Experience the charm of Alpaca Lane Farm! Meet our friendly alpacas, join an Alpaca Trekking tour, and enjoy the peaceful countryside. Say hello to Ralph, our Guardian Livestock Dog, our cuddly Barbie-themed chickens, and our hilarious Indian Runner Ducks—mostly named Ken. Hand-feed alpacas, explore sustainable farming, and visit our shop for alpaca products. Follow us for farm updates and adorable moments!
Rosehall Run Vineyards
Experience Attraction
A must-stop on your Prince Edward County tour.
SUJEO Korean Restaurant
Eat And Drink
Introducing SUJEO: Korean word for chopsticks and spoon. Proudly serving fresh, casual Korean home-style food and homemade sauce in Picton.
Cabin Fever Kayak
Experience Attraction
Rent kayaks, paddle boards, and canoes on the Black River in Prince Edward County for outdoor water adventures.
Ameliasburgh Fall Fair
Arts And Culture
Ameliasburgh Fall Fair is a fun, affordable day out for the whole family!
On Saturday 21st September 2024, the beloved local Fair returns to Roblin Lake Park. Boasting live music, local artisans, delicious food and a wealth of free kids entertainment, this hidden gem in the heart of Ameliasburgh offers the traditional country fair experience and so much more!
We acknowledge that Prince Edward County rests within the ancestral lands and waters stewarded by the Michi Saagiig Nishnaabeg (Mississauga), Huron Wendat, and Haudenosaunee. This is a place shaped by their presence, languages, and care since time immemorial. To acknowledge this land is to recognize our responsibility to live as good relatives with each other, with the earth, and with the generations yet to come.
