Directions
Our Venue Location
260 Little River Road, Dundas
Cardigan PE C0A 1G0 Canada
Confederation Bridge/Borden Carleton to Festival Grounds (1.5 hours either option)
Option 1: TCH-1 towards Charlottetown (40 min)
Take By-Pass TCH-Rte 2 (50 min)
Turn right on Rte 4 (Dundas Rd) (6 min)
Turn left on Little River Road (1 min)
Option 2: TCH-1 towards Charlottetown (40 min)
Take By-Pass, Stay on TCH-1 to Rte 3 Cherry Valley (30 min)
Take Rte 3 to Pooles Corner roundabout
Take Rte 4 exit to Litttle River Road (30 min)
Turn left on Little River Road (1 min)
Wood Islands Ferry to Festival Grounds (40 min):
Go North to TCH. Follow Wood Islands Rd #315 to Rte 4 N (23 km)
Take Rte 4 N to Dundas/Little River Rd Rte 314 E (24 km)
Turn right on Little River Rd/PE-314 E
Festival Location
WHAT WE OFFER
Over the years the Dundas Plowing Match and Agricultural Fair grounds has become home to many events, shows, and community activities. With recent updates of a 4,000 square foot convention centre, onsite ceilidh hall, and washroom facilities it has proven to be a wonderful location for the PEI Bluegrass & Old Time Music Festival!
Camping
Festival volunteers will mark the field before the festival begins to prepare for your arrival. At the gate, parkers will guide you to a camp spot for the weekend. You do not reserve sites ahead of time. All sites are rough camping which is included with your Weekend Pass. You can fill up your water tank with fresh water; just ask at the Gate. Campfires are not allowed on the festival grounds. Pets are allowed in the pet zones and must be on a leash.
Amenities Nearby
The Fairgrounds are in a great central location with just a 15-20 minute drive to lovely seaside towns Montague, Souris, St. Peters Bay, Cardigan, Fortune, and Georgetown. These areas are well-known for their picturesque scenery and restaurants.
If you are looking for accommodation off-site, there are lovely spots to stay in the nearby towns. Some recommendations from our customers include: The Inn at Fortune Bridge, Blueberry Cove Bed & Breakfast, Cardigan River Inn, The Rodd Brudenell, and the Wheelhouse in Georgetown; all within a 15-20 minute drive to the festival grounds.
FAQ’s
Questions and Answer
Can I fill up my RV water tank with fresh H20 onsite?
Yes! When you arrive at the GATE, tell the parkers that you want to fill
up your water tank before going to a parking spot for the weekend.
You will be guided to the water taps and then to your site.
How can I buy my tickets? And how much do tickets cost?
You can purchase tickets at the gate when you arrive, in advance by e-transfer. Check out the Tickets page. Ticket prices vary depending on when you choose to attend the festival. There is a reduced rate for 65+ with advanced ticket sales until June 15th. For more information, click here to visit our Tickets page. Purchasing by E-Transfer in advance is preferred.
Are tickets refundable?
No.
Do I have to reserve my site ahead of time?
No. With an approximately 99 acre property, there is lots of room. We work on a “first-come, first-served” basis. There are no water and electrical hook-ups.
Will there be food & drink vendors available on site?
An ice cream stand and hot food vendor will be on site for your food and beverage needs. Other product vendors may apply to set up on the grounds. However, we are not a liquor licensed event.
Is there an open mic I can sign up for?
We offer two open mic stages on Wednesday and Thursday evenings.
Just ask at the gate where to sign up.
Do you allow campfires?
Campfires are not permitted on the festival grounds.
Is there a dump station on site? Propane?
No. We will have a list of dump stations at Ways & Means in the Plowman’s Hall.
Here is a partial list – Fees apply:
Lord Selkirk Provincial Park in Eldon, PE
Northumberland Provincial Park in Wood Islands, PE
Ben’s Lake Campground & Trout Fishing in Bellevue, PE
Brudenell River Provincial Park in Brudenell, PE
St. Peter’s Campground (Route 2)
Cumberland Cove Seaside Campground in Cornwall, PE
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park in Borden-Carleton, PE
Esso Gas Station in Summerside, PE – FREE and big rig friendly.
RV Propane sites are available at a 24 hr. Irving Station, St. Peter’s Road, Charlottetown and at U-Haul Rentals, Capital Drive, Charlottetown.
Are there serviced campsites?
The Dundas Fairgrounds is not equipped with serviced sites.
Rough camping is included in the weekend pass fees and sites are
large to accommodate all types of tents and RV trailers and motorhomes.
Where is the PEI Bluegrass & Old Time Music Festival?
260 Little River Road, Dundas, PEI at the Dundas Plowing Match Fairgrounds
Am I able to purchase or bring any alcohol on site?
You are not able to purchase alcohol onsite, but you can bring alcohol with you. We ask that you adhere to our festival rules and keep the alcohol at your campsite. Alcohol is not permitted in the stage area.
Is there a chance for me to meet the artists and buy merchandise?
Most artists set up merchandise tents for you to have a conversation or to buya CD or two. Be sure to ask for their autographs!
May I use video or audio recording devices?
Please tape the shows and post on social media with hashtag #peibluegrassdundas.
Can I bring my pet?
Yes! Pets are to be on leash at all times and picked up after.
Pets have their very own allocated pet-friendly area. Look for pet signage.
What is the PEI Bluegrass & Old Time Music Society?
The PEI Bluegrass & Old Time Music Society is a non-profit, volunteer organization, formed
in 1985. Members are dedicated individuals who promote keeping the bluegrass and
old time music genres alive on PEI. Its volunteers have operated an annual Festival
since 1985, hosted fundraising concerts, workshops and organized music Jams throughout
the year to build a bluegrass and old time music community of like-minded people.
How do I become a member of the PEI Bluegrass & Old Time Music Society?
Click on the Society Page to learn more.
Sponsors
OUR EVENT SPONSORS
Since 1986 and now for nearly four decades, a dedicated group of volunteers has organized a three-day festival that helped flourish a unique musical genre in our region. As the longest-running festival of its genre in Prince Edward Island, it remains one of Canada’s most popular events, sustained by its enduring fanbase and the grassroots passion of its organizers.
