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February 3, 2021
Sandspit is PEI’s classic amusement park with more than 15 carnival favourites for all ages.
If you are a thrillseeker, ride the Cyclone roller-coaster, the longest roller coaster in Atlantic Canada, or try the 70-foot high ferris wheel. And if you are feeling brave, strap into the Cliffhanger.
Or, for more family fun, cool off on the bumper-boats. Then take a swing on our miniature golf course. Try your hand at one of our old-fashioned games or enjoy a tasty carnival treat.
Reservations are required, so please book your passes online before you visit. Please be sure to read through our operational policies before your purchase.
Tentative 2021 Hours
Please note these hours are subject to change as we adapt to the current environment and the needs of our guests.
10 – 4 pm | 5 – 10 pm
10:00 – 6:00 pm
5:00 – 10:00 pm
Closed
Welcome! Please review our operational policies before you visit.
We’ve made some adjustments to keep our guests and staff safe.
Reserve Your Passes
For 2021, in order to keep our guests and staff safe, we are limiting capacity in the park. In order to manage the number of guests in the park at a time, we are requiring our guests to purchase their passes in advance. This will also allow us to have a record of the contact information for all the purchasers in the event that contract tracing is required. We have changed our open hours to day and evening hours. Day passes will be valid from from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and evening passes from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. When purchasing your passes, you’ll be directed to pick a day or evening your passes will be valid for. All guests entering the park must pay the admission charge. Children under 36″ are free. Guests who wish to change their reservation may do so up to 24 hours in advance by logging into their account and following the rebooking process there. All reservations are non-refundable. You will receive your passes by email. This email will include Terms & Conditions, which you should review. Please save your passes to your phone, and have them ready to scan when you arrive at the park.
Mask Policy
July 10, 2021: Although no longer mandatory, it is recommended that guests wear masks during their visit, especially while in line, loading, riding and unloading a ride. Masks are an important layer of protection when around people you do not know. Physical distancing and the use of hand sanitizer are still important safety measures.
Increased Cleaning Procedures
We have increased cleaning procedures, such as disinfecting ride handles throughout the day.
Healthy People Only
No guest, employee or contractor shall enter the property if they are exhibiting the following symptoms: cough (new or exacerbated chronic), fever/chills, sore throat, marked fatigue, sneezing, congestion, body aches, runny nose.
Installed Barriers
Installed barriers between guest and staff in frequent, close interaction areas to reduce contamination. These barriers will be cleaned frequently.
Reduced Capacity on Rides
To facilitate adherence to physical distancing guidelines, we will be reducing capacity on some rides and closing other attractions and food service outlets. Review the attractions list below to find out what we are operating.
Stay 6 feet Apart
We’ve have marked physical distancing guidelines in appropriate areas. Where unmarked, guests should continue to maintain 6 feet of separation between groups.
Attractions
Sandspit offers a great selection of attractions for every member of your group! Click on the banners below to explore all the park has to offer.
Sandspit Classics
Fun for the entire family is the number one priority at Sandspit. That is why the park has so many activities geared towards families playing and spending time together. Challenge your family on Sandspit’s beautiful 18 hole miniature golf course. To cool off when it gets hot, twirl, bump, and splash with the whole family in the 100,000 gallon bumper boat pool.
Bumper Boats: All riders must be at least 42″ tall or accompanied by an adult. Bumper Boats Passenger: Double riders are meant for an adult and a child. No double riding for two persons over 48″ tall.
Kiddie Favourites
There’s also tons to do for the little ones too! In addition to the wide selection of family rides Sandspit also features several attraction specifically for the younger set. Fly your own helicopter or airplane, race to the scene in a firetruck or a police car, or ride a bucking bronco on the carousel..
Carnival Favourites
Ride the spectacular 70 foot ferris wheel, with a fantastic view of the park and the nearby beaches. Spend some time bumping around on our bumper cars. Ride the Cliffhanger drop tower, the Tilt-a-whirl or Paratrooper. Or whirl around the corkscrews and drops of the Cyclone Roller Coaster.
Carnival Games
Sandspit has a great pay-as-you-play games area with plenty of old-fashioned amusement park favorites. These games include the Frog Bog, Roll Down, Shooting Gallery, and Can Crusher. All games have great prizes, so c’mon down and try your hand.
Pit Stop Karting
Pit Stop Karting at Sandspit features a half kilometer double figure eight track features all the twists, turns, bridges and tunnels your family will be able to handle. We even have double rider go-karts so the whole family can take part!
Pit Stop Karting is not included in the Sandspit bracelet. Passes can be purchased at the ticket booth. Visit the Pit Stop Karting page for more details.
Can Am Racers: Drivers must possess a valid driver’s when taking a passenger.
Park Information
2021 Prices
Day or Evening Pass (Reservations Required)
$26.50
Includes all the rides and attractions once inside, with the exception of the carnival games and the go karts at Pit Stop Karting. You must book online before you visit. Children under 36" tall are free.Price includes taxes.
Mini Golf Only
$6.00
Play a single round of mini golf. No reservations required.
Pit Stop Karting - Single Kart
$8.00
One go kart ride. No reservations required.
Pit Stop Karting - Double Kart
$10.00
One double go kart ride. No reservations required.
Pit Stop Karting - Race Night
$25.00
Wednesday to Sunday nights, get unlimited go kart rides for two hours. We recommend you book online before you visit.
Prices include tax.
Reservations are required. Book your day or evening pass online before you visit.
Tilt-a-Whirl Treats
Tilt-a-Whirl Treats serves soft ice cream, Kool Aid slushies and icebergs, shaved ice, cotton candy, popcorn, hot dogs, and cold and hot drinks!
Pit Stop Canteen
Pit Stop Canteen serves poutine*, crispy chicken combos, hot dog combos, fries* and drinks.
* Gluten free
NEW! Pretzelmaker
Pretzelmaker is located at the Pit Stop Canteen, and serves fresh hot pretzels!
Mini Golf, Anyone?
Now you can purchase a round of mini golf without buying a bracelet. (Don’t worry, mini golf is still included in the bracelet!)
You do not have to purchase a pass online, and no need to book a time.
Price is $6 per person, tax included.
FAQ
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Do I have to book a time in advance?
Yes. For the safety of our guests and staff, we are significantly reducing our capacity to facilitate physical distancing. In order to manage the number of guests in the park, we are requiring all guests buy online in advance for either a day bracelet, valid from 10:00 to 4:00pm, or evening bracelet, valid from 5:00 to 10:00pm.
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I am not doing anything, do I have to pay to get in?
In a typical year, Sandspit is a pay-as-you-go park so you only have to pay if you are going on the rides. For 2020, as a result of our capacity and pricing adjustments, we are changing to a general admission park. We have reduced our individual pricing from 2019 pricing as it is now based on all visitors paying the admission charge.
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What is included in the Day and Evening bracelet?
Day and Evening Bracelets include unlimited use of all attractions in the park with the exception of the go-karts and old fashioned games for the duration of the bracelet. Day bracelets are only valid from 10:00 to 4:00pm. Evening bracelets are only valid from 5:00 to 10:00pm. All riders are subject to height restrictions.
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What if I don't have a credit card or debit card to buy online? Can I pay cash?
You will still need to book your passes ahead of time. Please call us at 902-963-3939 and we will make arrangements with you.
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What if I book a ticket and it rains?
You have up until 24 hours in advance of your booked passes to reschedule your pass. So if your passes are for Friday at 10am, you have until Thursday at 10am to decide if you want to reschedule. You will need to Create an Account to reschedule. If you do not reschedule by 10am, your passes remain valid for that day.
Maritime Fun Group reserves the right to close the park due to weather conditions. If the decision to close the facility is made prior to the facility opening for the day all guests with existing reservations will be notified by e-mail and SMS and be permitted to rebook. We will also post up to date information on our social media platforms.
In the event we are forced to close the facility in the middle of the operating day due to extreme weather and that weather persists for more than one hour the park will close for the day and all guests will be rebooked.
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How do I reschedule my pass?
You can reschedule your passes by creating an account here. You can reschedule passes up to 24 hours before your booked time. You will have to create the account with the same email you used to purchase the passes. Be sure to check your email for the confirmation email.
Once you get logged in, click on your profile icon to see “Your Orders” page. All of your passes will be listed here. The ones you are able to reschedule will have a “Reschedule” button next to them. You can reschedule for any other operational day this season, provided there is still availability.
See a full set of steps to create an account here.
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Can I purchase a weekly or season pass?
Due to the capacity limitations we have in place, we are not able to offer new weekly or season passes. We will be honoring those already purchased or upgraded.
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Can I bring my dog into the park?
Dogs are permitted provided they are well behaved and kept on a leash. Please be respectful of the park and of other guests by cleaning up after your pet.
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Can I bring a picnic?
Certainly! Sandspit has many picnic tables within the property as well as large shaded decks at The Pit Stop Canteen and Tilt-a-Whirl Treats. Alcohol is not permitted in the park under any circumstances.
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Is there an additional charge for parking?
Sandspit has a large, FREE, parking lot!
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Do you provide stroller or wheelchair rentals?
At this time we are unable to provide stroller or wheelchair rentals.
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Are there lockers?
Lockers are available near The Pit Stop Canteen on a pay per use basis. The cost per use is $1.
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Are there restrictions on the rides?
All of the rides at Sandspit have restrictions based on height.
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What forms of payment do you accept?
We are pleased to accept Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard, American Express. Cash can be used in exceptional circumstances.
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Can I leave the park and come back once I enter the park?
Absolutely! As long as you keep your bracelet on you can come and go as much as you please for the duration of the bracelet. Keep in mind day bracelets are not valid in the evening and vice versa.
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Can I bring my portable BBQ, camp stove or Habatchi grill?
Yes, provided you use it in a safe manner on a non-flammable surface. Also, we have several propane BBQ's available for rental at a cost of $10.00 per hour. Please call ahead to confirm availability.
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Is there an age requirement for the park?
Guests must be 12 years of age or older to enter the park unaccompanied. Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an individual 16 years of age or older.
Weather Policy
Sandspit is open rain or shine.
Maritime Fun Group reserves the right to close the park due to extreme weather conditions.
If the decision to close the facility is made prior to the facility opening for the day all guests with existing reservations will be notified by e-mail and SMS and be permitted to rebook. We will also post up to date information on our social media platforms.
In the event we are forced to close the facility in the middle of the operating day due to extreme weather and that weather persists for more than one hour the park will close for the day and all guests will be rebooked.
Please note: You have up until 24 hours in advance of your booked passes to reschedule your pass. So if your passes are for Friday at 10am, you have until Thursday at 10am to decide if you want to reschedule. You will need to Create an Account to reschedule. If you do not reschedule by 10am, your passes remain valid for that day.
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