Public Events at the Carriage House
The Carriage House at Beaconsfield Historic House, located at 2 Kent Street in Charlottetown, is open year-round for lectures, concerts, and other special events. Events NOT organized by the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation are highlighted with an asterisk*
To make a Carriage House Booking, please fill out a request form. A staff member will be in touch to confirm your reservation once the request is processed.
* Pricing information located on sidebar of this webpage. If on mobile, please scroll to the bottom of the page to view. *
While we are happy to reserve your dates early, bookings made more than 18 months in advance will be subject to the rental rate that is in effect at the time of your event, not the rate at the time of booking.
Carriage House Amenities
- 100 guest capacity (doesn't include staff & volunteers)
- 100 chairs & 15 folding tables
- Wireless Projector & Screen (laptop required)
- Wi-Fi
- Afterhours access available
- Kitchen:
- Fridge
- Microwave
- Stove
- Dishwasher
- Tea & Coffee with all supplies & Coffee Maker (Self-Serve)
- Piano available (regularly tuned)
- Stage lighting & Sound system
- Air Conditioning
- Venue is approved for Smudging by the City of Charlottetown and City Fire Department (contact us first though, please!)
- Exterior rentals available
Friendly Reminders:
- We encourage you to check availability from the calendar below before sending in your booking request
- No staff will be available on weekends or statutory holidays (Labour Day, Thanksgiving, etc.)
- We only provide a space. Our staff do not assist with your event needs such as set-up, tear-down, serving, catering, etc.
For more information, email beaconsfield@gov.pe.ca or call 902-368-6605
*Note for event organizers and promoters: Please do not place posters on the public realm in Charlottetown, as per the city bylaws Section 47.3.1: posters attached to a fence, utility pole, bench, tree, etc. are not permitted. Please avail of the seven (7) public kiosk bulletin boards around downtown Charlottetown, as well as in storefront windows (with the store's permission, of course) to help promote events.
Upcoming Events | Date | Details |
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Weekly Events:
Event | Date | Details |
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Secular 12-Step Group Meeting* | Details TBA | |
Fundamental Yoga w/ Dianne Birt* | Details TBA | |
GabMoves Seniors Strength and Mobility Class* | Details TBA |
New Carriage House Pricing Index
Effective May 1st, 2025
(HST not included)
Half day (up to 4.5 hours)
- Standard $95.00
- Non-profit, Charities, Community Groups $30.00
- Artists, Arts Community, Exhibition Space $30.00
Full day (4.75 to 9 hours)
- Standard $150
- Non-profit, Charities, Community Groups $55.00
- Artists, Arts Community, Exhibition Space $55.00
Specialty Rentals
- Exercise, Yoga, Dance $25.00 -2 hours or less
- Storm Date HOLD -$10.00 per date held
Weddings/Private Celebrations
- 3 hours or less -- $75.00
- Full day rental -- $350.00