Kingston Festivals
What is going on in Kingston, Ontario? Check out this list of festivals: film, music, food, theatre, art and family-friendly festivals. If it is happening in Kingston, it is listed here.
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Jun 16
Join us for an all new event in an all new venue. Fort Henry will be hosting a Father's Day Beer Festival in the newly constructed Discovery Centre opening in spring of 2012. The newly developed Father's Day Beer Fest is the kick-off event for the new centre and the "ultimate man experience" with a grilling tent, eating competitions, sports car showcase, a plethora of beer vendors, and booths highlighting the latest gadgets, golf and fishing gear, and much more!
Join us for an all new event in an all new venue. Fort Henry will be hosting a Father's Day Beer Festival in the newly constructed Discovery Centre opening in spring of 2012. The newly developed Father's Day Beer Fest is the kick-off event for the new centre and the "ultimate man experience" with a grilling tent, eating competitions, sports car showcase, a plethora of beer vendors, and booths highlighting the latest gadgets, golf and fishing gear, and much more!
- Fort Henry National Historic Site Address: County Road 2, Kingston, ON Canada
Jun 17 to Jun 19
TOMMFest (Tristin Osborne Memorial Music Festival) is being held again this year on Father’s Day Weekend at Loughborough Lake Holiday Park. This year we are treating everyone to a Free weekend! There will be a limited number of reserved seating available for purchase in the near future. TOMMFest in conjunction with The Limestone Learning Foundation are proud to present a weekend of music to include The Abrams Brothers, Ambush, Shane Yellowbird, Craig Curtis and so much more! A new feature for this year’s event is the Music Showcase where young musical performers will be given the opportunity to perform on the TOMMFest stage in front of Music Industry people.
Camping available at a minimal cost.
TOMMFest (Tristin Osborne Memorial Music Festival) is being held again this year on Father’s Day Weekend at Loughborough Lake Holiday Park. This year we are treating everyone to a Free weekend! There will be a limited number of reserved seating available for purchase in the near future. TOMMFest in conjunction with The Limestone Learning Foundation are proud to present a weekend of music to include The Abrams Brothers, Ambush, Shane Yellowbird, Craig Curtis and so much more! A new feature for this year’s event is the Music Showcase where young musical performers will be given the opportunity to perform on the TOMMFest stage in front of Music Industry people.
Camping available at a minimal cost.
Jun 30
Head out to the hill to witness an 1812 encampment, tour our new Discovery Centre and take part in our daily activities. Don’t miss the massed pipes and drums performance featuring over 50 highland performers, and marvel at the spectacular finale as 200 musicians take to the square to perform underneath an exploding sky of fireworks!
Head out to the hill to witness an 1812 encampment, tour our new Discovery Centre and take part in our daily activities. Don’t miss the massed pipes and drums performance featuring over 50 highland performers, and marvel at the spectacular finale as 200 musicians take to the square to perform underneath an exploding sky of fireworks!
- Fort Henry National Historic Site Address: County Road 2, Kingston, ON Canada
Jul 01
On July 1st, be a spectator at one of the largest Naval Re-enactments to take place over the Bicentennial Celebrations. Head out to the hill to witness an 1812 encampment, tour our new Discovery Centre and take part in our daily activities.
On July 1st, be a spectator at one of the largest Naval Re-enactments to take place over the Bicentennial Celebrations. Head out to the hill to witness an 1812 encampment, tour our new Discovery Centre and take part in our daily activities.
- Fort Henry National Historic Site Address: County Road 2, Kingston, ON Canada
Jul 04, Jul 07, Jul 11, Jul 14, Jul 18, Jul 21, Jul 25, Aug 01, Aug 04, Aug 08, Aug 11, Aug 15, Aug 22, Aug 25, Aug 29
The Fort Henry Guard Drums, Drill Squad and Artillery Detachment will take you back in time with 1860’s military music, drill and artillery maneuvers. Performed entirely by college and university students, this performance invokes patriotism and pride and they demonstrate their passion and dedication for the craft.
The Fort Henry Guard Drums, Drill Squad and Artillery Detachment will take you back in time with 1860’s military music, drill and artillery maneuvers. Performed entirely by college and university students, this performance invokes patriotism and pride and they demonstrate their passion and dedication for the craft.
- Fort Henry National Historic Site Address: County Road 2, Kingston, ON Canada
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The annual Kingston Buskers Rendezvous is a four-day wildly entertaining street performers festival featuring Buskers from around the world.
The annual Kingston Buskers Rendezvous is a four-day wildly entertaining street performers festival featuring Buskers from around the world.
- Confederation Park Kingston Address: Downtown Kingston, ON Canada
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Dragon boat races were traditionally held in China as a ceremony to bring luck and ward of disaster. Today racers paddle their boats to the beat of large drums, striving to snatch the flag at the end of the course. The sport is rapidly gaining in popularity and is fun for both the participants as well as the spectators.
Dragon boat races were traditionally held in China as a ceremony to bring luck and ward of disaster. Today racers paddle their boats to the beat of large drums, striving to snatch the flag at the end of the course. The sport is rapidly gaining in popularity and is fun for both the participants as well as the spectators.
Jul 28
No sound fills Fort Henry National Historic Sites parade square quite like the marriage of finely tuned pipes, big brass and booming bass drums. Don’t miss the grand performance featuring over 75 highland performers, and marvel at the spectacular finale as 250 musicians take to the square to perform underneath an exploding sky of fireworks!
No sound fills Fort Henry National Historic Sites parade square quite like the marriage of finely tuned pipes, big brass and booming bass drums. Don’t miss the grand performance featuring over 75 highland performers, and marvel at the spectacular finale as 250 musicians take to the square to perform underneath an exploding sky of fireworks!
- Fort Henry National Historic Site Address: County Road 2, Kingston, ON Canada
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Canalfest, Merrickville's annual outdoor salute to the Rideau Canal takes place August Long Weekend in Blockhouse Park in Merrickville. Scheduled daytime festivities include ongoing live musical entertainment, a fine craft show, Voyageur Canoe Races, a floating model boat show, and the Merrickville Lions Barbecue. Children's activities include a fishing derby, free face painting, and Merrickville's own "Bug Lady."
Canalfest, Merrickville's annual outdoor salute to the Rideau Canal takes place August Long Weekend in Blockhouse Park in Merrickville. Scheduled daytime festivities include ongoing live musical entertainment, a fine craft show, Voyageur Canoe Races, a floating model boat show, and the Merrickville Lions Barbecue. Children's activities include a fishing derby, free face painting, and Merrickville's own "Bug Lady."
- Rideau Canal Address: 34A Beckwith Street South Ottawa ON K7A 2A8
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The Macdonald Festival celebrates the life and contribution of Canada's first Prime Minister: Sir John A. Macdonald.
The Festival centrepiece is the professional production of "Sir John, Eh? The Musical." A young indie rock band brings back the spirit of Sir John A. Macdonald while filming a music video in a graveyard. Secrets are revealed. The truth is told. The Musical is staged within the Sanctuary of St. Andrew's Church in downtown Kingston.
Other Festival activities include family picnics with entertainment held on the church grounds, afternoon tea at Bellevue House, Mrs. Grimason's Kitchey Party at the Royal Tavern and In Sir John A.'s Footsteps walking tours.
The Macdonald Festival celebrates the life and contribution of Canada's first Prime Minister: Sir John A. Macdonald.
The Festival centrepiece is the professional production of "Sir John, Eh? The Musical." A young indie rock band brings back the spirit of Sir John A. Macdonald while filming a music video in a graveyard. Secrets are revealed. The truth is told. The Musical is staged within the Sanctuary of St. Andrew's Church in downtown Kingston.
Other Festival activities include family picnics with entertainment held on the church grounds, afternoon tea at Bellevue House, Mrs. Grimason's Kitchey Party at the Royal Tavern and In Sir John A.'s Footsteps walking tours.
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Downtown Kingston moves to the blues during the four-day Limestone City Blues Festival. This highly anticipated event features more than 50 performances in over a dozen venues, including concerts in Confederation Park and nightly gigs in downtown clubs and cafes.
Downtown Kingston moves to the blues during the four-day Limestone City Blues Festival. This highly anticipated event features more than 50 performances in over a dozen venues, including concerts in Confederation Park and nightly gigs in downtown clubs and cafes.
Sep 21 to Sep 22, Sep 28 to Sep 29, Oct 03 to Oct 06, Oct 10 to Oct 13, Oct 17 to Oct 31
This fall, dare visit Eastern Ontario's largest haunted fortress - Fort Fright! This award-winning event will have you looking over your shoulder as screams emanate from dark casemates, dead things come to life, and ghouls stalk your every move. Join us for what has been described as Ontario's Best Haunted Experience as historic and haunted Fort Henry is once again transformed into the terrifying Fort Fright.
This fall, dare visit Eastern Ontario's largest haunted fortress - Fort Fright! This award-winning event will have you looking over your shoulder as screams emanate from dark casemates, dead things come to life, and ghouls stalk your every move. Join us for what has been described as Ontario's Best Haunted Experience as historic and haunted Fort Henry is once again transformed into the terrifying Fort Fright.
- Fort Henry National Historic Site Address: County Road 2, Kingston, ON Canada
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Launched in 2006, the Kingston WritersFest features an interesting lineup of authors and events every year. Participants can listen to readings, get involved in debates and enjoy many more stimulating events.
Launched in 2006, the Kingston WritersFest features an interesting lineup of authors and events every year. Participants can listen to readings, get involved in debates and enjoy many more stimulating events.
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A fundraiser for Hospice Kingston, the Chilifest is a great way to sample some of the city's best chili recipes. Apart from chili booths and a chili marketplace, the event also offers a children's play area, wagon rides and an apple pie challenge.
A fundraiser for Hospice Kingston, the Chilifest is a great way to sample some of the city's best chili recipes. Apart from chili booths and a chili marketplace, the event also offers a children's play area, wagon rides and an apple pie challenge.
- Confederation Park Kingston Address: Downtown Kingston, ON Canada
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Nearly 20 films from Canadian contributors are screened at this premiere Canadian film event. Each year, several guests from the top of the Canadian film circuit list grace the Kingston venues for the various feature length and short films. Participants can attend receptions, filmmakers’ seminars and more.
Nearly 20 films from Canadian contributors are screened at this premiere Canadian film event. Each year, several guests from the top of the Canadian film circuit list grace the Kingston venues for the various feature length and short films. Participants can attend receptions, filmmakers’ seminars and more.
