Pelican Town Guide | Explore Stardew Valley’s Heart and Soul
After leaving your stressful job at Joja Corporation, you move to Pelican Town for a fresh start. This peaceful town becomes your new home, full of friendly faces, exciting places to explore, and the chance to build a new life on your farm.

Key Locations in Pelican Town
- Pierre’s General Store: This is a shop for seeds and farming supplies but it remains closed on Wednesdays.
- Harvey’s Clinic: Run by Harvey, this clinic provides health services and medical items.
- Community Center: A crucial site for restoring the town by completing bundles.
- Blacksmith: Clint’s shop where you can upgrade tools, smelt ores, and process geodes.
- Joja Mart: A corporate store with convenient hours but higher prices.
- Stardew Valley Museum & Library: Managed by Gunther, where you can donate artifacts and books.
- The Stardrop Saloon: A social hub run by Gus, offering food, drinks, and a chance to interact with villagers.
- Mayor’s Manor: The residence of Mayor Lewis, the town’s long-standing leader.
Homes of Villagers
- 1 Willow Lane: Home to Jodi, Kent, Sam, and Vincent.
- 2 Willow Lane: Residence of Emily and Haley.
- 1 River Road: Alex, Evelyn, and George’s home.
- Trailer: Pam and Penny’s modest abode near the bus stop.
Meet the Residents
The townspeople are the heart of the Town. They each have their own different routines and personalities. Here’s a list of some notable NPCs:
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Mayor Lewis 1486_9b60f1-ae> | Oversees the town with dedication and charm. 1486_8c3bf6-99> |
Pierre, Abigail, and Caroline 1486_dfe06b-59> | The family behind Pierre’s General Store. 1486_bbf6a4-8c> |
Clint 1486_eccf55-95> | The hardworking blacksmith. 1486_9ea378-56> |
Gus 1486_eddc41-f1> | The friendly owner of the Stardrop Saloon. 1486_0bb537-fc> |
Emily and Haley 1486_e92b21-1e> | Sisters with contrasting personalities. 1486_ad6d0e-bb> |
Harvey 1486_431483-99> | The town doctor. 1486_7eba7d-c2> |
Shane 1486_04e662-6e> | A reserved JojaMart employee. 1486_3b09e5-0e> |
Linus 1486_4ee9a5-55> | A reclusive villager who lives in the mountains. 1486_20a106-b1> |
Leah 1486_dcb39b-2e> | A talented artist residing in a cottage. 1486_f69774-db> |
Sebastian 1486_6c0820-dc> | A freelance programmer with a love for solitude. 1486_1befe1-86> |
Seasonal Activities and Foraging
Each season in the game brings new opportunities for foraging and exploration:
- Spring: Gather items like Wild Horseradish and Daffodils.
- Summer: Find Sweet Peas and Spice Berries.
- Fall: Forage for Blackberries and Common Mushrooms.
- Winter: Dig up Winter Roots and Snow Yams.
Improving your Foraging skill unlocks crafting recipes and professions that enhance gameplay.
Fishing in Pelican Town
Fishing in the Town is a fun and easy way to spend your day. You can catch different fish in each season, like the Angler and Ms. Angler, by fishing in rivers, lakes, or the ocean. Some fishing spots have special fish, and if you upgrade your fishing rod, it’s easier to catch rare ones. Using bait or tackle can also help you catch fish faster.

You can use the fish you catch to cook yummy meals, give as gifts to your friends, or sell them for money. Some fish are also needed to complete special bundles at the Community Center. As you fish more, you’ll get better at it and unlock cool things to make fishing even more fun!
Discovering Artifacts
Pelican Town is full of hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. Artifacts are special items that can be:
- Dug up from artifact spots (marked by worms wriggling in the ground).
- Found while fishing in ponds, rivers, or the ocean.
- Collected in mines by breaking rocks or defeating monsters.
These artifacts can be donated to the Museum, where Gunther rewards your efforts with useful items like furniture, seeds, and the Rusty Key (used to unlock the Sewers). Some examples of artifacts include:
- Rusty Spoon: A simple, old spoon.
- Prehistoric Rib: A bone from an ancient creature.
- Ancient Drum: A small drum used in ancient music.
Hunting for artifacts is a fun way to learn about the valley’s history while earning exciting rewards!
Hidden Areas and Secrets
Unlock these hidden mysteries of the Town to gain rare rewards:
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Alleyway Buffet 1486_e82ed8-57> | Near the Blacksmith’s shop, use a Steel Axe to clear the stumps and access a golden garbage can containing the “Alleyway Buffet” book. 1486_d7387d-88> |
Spirit’s Eve Maze 1486_5cecea-78> | On Fall 27 during the Spirit’s Eve festival, navigate the maze to find the Golden Pumpkin, which can be sold for gold or used as a universal loved gift. 1486_edf905-11> |
Prize Ticket 1486_295334-5c> | Above JojaMart, chop the large stump to reveal a hidden prize ticket. Redeem it at Mayor Lewis’ house for a special reward. 1486_393697-49> |
Secret Bus Tunnel 1486_30a94b-41> | Place a Battery Pack in the lockbox inside the bus tunnel to unlock the “Mysterious Qi” quest. Completing it grants access to Mr. Qi’s special shop in the Casino. 1486_c3bf76-85> |
Statue of Uncertainty 1486_92cbdd-86> | Inside the sewers, speak to Krobus to unlock this statue. Pay 10,000g to reassign your skill points in any profession. 1486_1f184a-5d> |
Abandoned House 1486_d80d4f-6a> | In Cindersap Forest, visit the Abandoned House to purchase rare seasonal décor from the traveling cart on select Fridays and Sundays. 1486_d2462b-42> |
Train Station Loot 1486_4102df-67> | Occasionally, the train passing through leaves behind random items like geodes, coal, or wood near the tracks. Visit the Train Station area when you hear the train whistle. 1486_41d8b4-34> |
Junimo Plush 1486_54662e-04> | On the 28th of any season, stand behind the bush north of the playground at exactly 12:00 PM to receive the hidden Junimo Plush. 1486_ee8df8-a4> |
Old Master Cannoli 1486_fca41c-43> | In the Secret Woods, offer a Sweet Gem Berry (grown from Rare Seeds) to the statue to receive a Stardrop, which permanently increases your energy. 1486_b2eef7-e2> |
Golden Scythe 1486_023e8a-b0> | Explore the Quarry Mine and complete its challenges to earn the Golden Scythe, which is more efficient than the regular scythe. 1486_fd10c3-19> |
Hidden Note Treasure 1486_5fdde0-17> | Collect Secret Notes by digging up artifact spots or breaking rocks. These notes reveal hidden treasures, like buried gold near the large tree behind the farmhouse. 1486_af0317-95> |
Mermaid Show Code 1486_609a33-2a> | During the Night Market (Winter 15-17), visit the Mermaid Show and click the shells in the correct sequence (found in a Secret Note) to earn a Pearl. 1486_b629c7-9b> |
Fun Facts About Pelican Town
- Seasonal Weeds and Trees: Certain areas regrow vegetation every Spring.
- Fishing Surprises: Catch unique items like a Decorative Trash Can.
- Trash Bear Event: In Year 3, Trash Bear appears in Cindersap Forest, requesting items to clean up the town.
Tips for Exploring Pelican Town
Pelican Town is a lively place with lots to do and discover! Follow the daily schedules of the villagers to make friends and unlock special events. Talking to them and giving them gifts they love will help you learn more about their stories.
Don’t forget to attend festivals—they’re full of fun activities and rewards! Explore the town every day to collect hidden items, forage for wild plants, and catch fish. Every corner of the Town has something special waiting for you, so take your time and create your own exciting Stardew Valley adventure!
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Wrapping Up
As you explore this Town, you’ll quickly realize it’s more than just a village—it’s a place filled with heart, stories, and connections waiting to be made. So, grab your tools, step into the town square, and let the adventure begin—Pelican Town is ready to welcome you with open arms!