The Small Halls [Halls Finder]

Benevolent Irish Society (B.I.S.)  [Hall Map/Info]
Long before the potato famines in Ireland of the 1840s, Prince Edward Island was populated by Irish immigrants - most of them from the south of Ireland. To protect their interests and aid their fellow Irish - many of whom had left poverty back home to arrive in poverty in their new homeland - the catholic Irish immigrants established the Benevolent Irish Society in April 1825. While it is no longer sectarian nor political nor exclusively for males, it remains proudly one of the longest established Irish Societies in North America. In fact it is today a not for profit organization and hall dedicated to promoting Irish and Island cultural activities for all people to learn about and enjoy.

Bites Café  [Hall Map/Info]
Bites Café and the Hampton Dental Clinic began life together after Ann and Peter Bevan-Baker purchased the former Hampton United Church in January 2008. The building began as a community store in Hampton in 1880, to later become the Hampton United Church. With dwindling attendance and rising costs, the Church made the agonizing decision to close in 2006. Although no longer a place of worship, people can still be found saying a little prayer prior to their dental appointment, or singing the praises of Ann's chocolate cheesecake. The Café hosts Saturday night ceilidhs in the summer, afternoon music series and stages a play three times a week in July. It also hosted the Summer Islanders Lecture Series and plans to host more musical events and private functions this summer.

Brae Community Hall  [Hall Map/Info]
Information to come.

Centre Expo-Festival Centre  [Hall Map/Info]
Centre Expo-Festival CentreLe centre offre des buffets pour les groupes en autobus, brunch le dimanche, souper-theatre, soirées cabaret, boulangerie acadienne, et bien plus. Un terrain de camping est aussi disponible pour les occasions speciales et camping pour groupes de caravanes

Crapaud Community Hall  [Hall Map/Info]  [Website]
The Crapaud Community Hall hosts dances, concerts and private events such as family reunions, birthdays and anniversaries. The South Shore Chamber of Commerce also meets at the Hall on a monthly basis. The Hall hosted this year's AGM for the Association of Rural Community Halls of PEI.

Dundas Plowing Match Grounds Hall  [Hall Map/Info]
The Dundas Plowing Match grounds feature a new 4,000 square foot multi-purpose complex including a dining-reception hall, new kitchen, indoor stages, sound systems, large parking area and is complemented by outdoor infrastructure such as stages, livestock barns and a cattle penning ring. The facilities are available to host different types of events, large and small, such as conventions or meetings, concerts, weddings, trade shows, horse shows, livestock events and trail ride excursions.

Eastern Kings Community Centre  [Hall Map/Info]
The Eastern Kings Community Centre is host to many events such as weddings, family reunions, dances and scrapbooking clubs. The Centre is also used by multiple community organizations such as the Red Cross, seniors groups and hosts a CAP site, polling stations and a Summer Day Camp program. They also put on an annual Halloween Masquerade Dance and regular kitchen parties and Ceilidhs.

Emerald Community Centre  [Hall Map/Info]
The Emerald Community Centre is ideally located in central Prince Edward Island and has many modern features and amenities. It has a banquet room with a stage, sound system and patio, where most of larger events are held. In addition, the Centre hosts the Boxcar Pub, a studio for smaller events, a full-service kitchen and a boardroom. The Centre is also the owner of the historic Emerald Train Station, renovated several times over the years and consisting of multiple rooms and venues.

Fort Augustus Recreation Centre  [Hall Map/Info]
The Fort Augustus Recreation Hall is managed by a membership of 100+ residents and serves the surrounding communities. They regularly host dances, card parties, concerts, weddings and anniversaries in addition to larger annual events such as Christmas and New Years Celebrations, Canada Day Events, Irish Settlers Days and the Scott Redmond Softball Tournament, to name a few.

Fortune Community Centre  [Hall Map/Info]
Information to come

Harmony House Theatre  [Hall Map/Info]  [Website]
Harmony House Theatre is one of PEI's newest and most unique performance venues and is the first privately owned venue of its kind on the Island. Originally constructed as a church in 1846, its proud owners undertook many months of renovations in order to arrive at the neat show place it is today. This very charming, hip yet mature, rustic yet modern, completely comfortable, 140-seat venue is now the perfect setting for a cozy and intimate, high-quality performance. Harmony House Theatre is equipped with a professional sound and lighting system, large screen and movie projector, sloped theatre seating, air conditioning, reception area and concession stand.

King's Playhouse  [Hall Map/Info]
The original King's Playhouse, built in 1897, was unique in the idea that a county seat should have a town hall that would house both the Town Council meetings and those community and cultural events that knit together any small community. A small theatre was included in the plans, with a hand-carved proscenium, two matching doors on either side, and a raked floor that was not so steep that it prevented dancing when the chairs were stacked away. Touring groups came to Georgetown as part of the New England-Maritime circuit, playing out of trunks and picking up locals for bit parts. Today, the Playhouse hosts fabulous music, theatre and comedy shows and hosts an annual Summer Concert Series.

Lorne Valley Community Centre  [Hall Map/Info]
This building was the former one-room Lorne Valley School. Most of the original features remain, including the hardwood floor. Musicians and dancers both rave about the acoustics and the spring to this floor. Regular events at the centre include card parties and square dances.

Lot 16 Hall  [Hall Map/Info]
Lot 16 Hall is located in the beautiful community of Lot 16, is newly renovated and completely wheelchair accessible. The hall offers a fully-equipped kitchen with canteen. The hall offers a 100 seat capacity with a blackbox theatre stage. The hall is home to the Lot 16 4H Club, the Seniors Club and its directors are working hard to bring back theater, music and dance. New to the hall is an old-fashioned jam session where musicians can bring out their instruments and join in the fun. The hall can be booked for private events.

Lupin Valley Barn, Green Island Getaway  [Hall Map/Info]  [Website]

Milton Community Hall  [Hall Map/Info]
The Milton Community Hall was built in 1960 to replace the aged North Milton Hall. Community concerts raised $2000 for start up costs for the hall, and the community was canvassed for labour and supplies. Milton Community Hall has housed many community groups, including the Community Council, and events over its 50 years. When it was built, the Orange Lodge used the upstairs, for which they contributed $1/month towards the light bill. The three local Women’s Institute Branches were (and still are) provided with free meeting space at the Hall. A kitchen and washroom facilities, funded by a government grant, were added in the early 1960s. The hall has great acoustics and its signature events are the Socials. Folks come to enjoy rhubarb, strawberry (hosted by the North Milton WI) and apple desserts! Summer card parties are held on Thursday evenings.

Murray Harbour Community Centre  [Hall Map/Info]
Built in 1903 as a school, the Murray Harbour Community Centre is now used extensively year round by area residents. It is one of the largest structures in Southern Kings County, therefore, it is used to host many of the community events. It is the heart of the community, and generally used at least five days a week for community school, banquets, workshops, theatre, and children's programs and houses a library and Community Access Program (CAP) site.

New London Community Complex  [Hall Map/Info]
The New London Community Complex is owned by eight surrounding communities. The main hall can comfortably seat 300+ theatre style and 200+ for a meal. The facility caters to wedding receptions and other family gatherings and to business functions requiring meeting space and food services. A large commercial kitchen supports the food service and the complex operates year-round.

Orwell Community Hall  [Hall Map/Info]
The Orwell Community Hall is host to "Ceilidh at the Corner" - PEI's oldest ceilidh, a traditional event at Orwell Corner since the early 1970s. Travelers join Islanders in a two hour evening performance by award winning entertainers, each Wednesday night in the summer. The audience is invited onstage to share their talents or join in an acoustic jam. The community hall is from historic 1890s and also hosts Auction 45 card parties, community dinners, fundraisers and concerts.

Salle paroissiale de Mont-Carmel Parish Hall  [Hall Map/Info]
This parish hall is just across the road from the spectacular Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel church overlooking the sea. The church is a magnificent neogothic structure dating back to more than hundred years, and a popular tourist attraction. The hall hosts many local events such as card parties, dances, family events and summer concert series. Au cours des dernieres années, le centre a lancé une serie de spectacles avec artistes locaux qui attire visiteurs et gens locaux a venir chaque dimanche pendant l'été.

St. Anthony's Parish Hall  [Hall Map/Info]
St. Anthony's Parish Hall is host to various church functions, family reunions, weddings and benefits on a regular basis. The Helping Hands Band Jamborees are held there every second Saturday, as well as the annual Parish picnic where over 400 hot meals are served. The hall is also home to the local Knights of Columbus and the St. Anthony's Catholic Women's League.

St. Mark's Hall  [Hall Map/Info]
St. Mark's Hall can be found along the North Cape Coastal Drive in Burton overlooking the Northumberland Strait. Described by performers as "The Carnegie Hall of West Prince"� the 120-year-old hall has comfortable theatre-style seating, a full sound & lighting system and air conditioning. The original hardwood floor and wood finish give the room excellent acoustics. The Hall hosts the Lot 7 Ceilidhs every Thursday in August, where Irish, Scottish and Acadian musicians provide fiddling, dancing and singing.

St. Peter's Court House Theatre  [Hall Map/Info]
St. Peter's Bay Courthouse was built in 1874. Throughout its history it served as a courthouse, schoolhouse and now it is a museum and theatre. During the daytime, the Court House Theatre has a museum, which depicts the rich history of St. Peter's. In the summer evenings, the Theatre plans an entertaining line-up of performers.

Sterling W.I. Hall  [Hall Map/Info]
The Sterling Women's Institute Hall in Stanley Bridge features live, local entertainment five nights a week during the summer season, including ceilidhs, variety concerts and musical performances. The venue also hosts regular card parties and is available for private events and meetings.

Victoria Playhouse  [Hall Map/Info]  [Website]
The Victoria Playhouse, an integral part of Island artistic life, is a vibrant centre of creativity, inspiring imagination, stronger communities and love of live performance. The venue is a registered not-for-profit organization that has produced twenty-seven seasons of live theatre and performance events. The building was constructed between 1912-1914 and is widely known for its intimate interior, excellent acoustics and air conditioning! In 2007, the Hall was designated a 'Historic Place' on the Canadian Register of Historic Places. The Hall has been the heart of the community for nearly one hundred years and continues to bring people together, from near and far, to share in the magic of live performance.

Wheatley River Community Hall  [Hall Map/Info]
Information to come