Downtown Kingston | A True Original

Spirit of Winter

February 1 - 17, 2025 This winter, a story comes to life in Springer Market Square! Don’t miss an extraordinary opportunity to embrace the beauty of Canadian winter evenings in an unforgettable way.

Lunar New Year

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with Downtown Kingston! Your favourite shops and restaurants are celebrating with fun workshops, delicious food offers, exclusive sales and more!

Kingstonlicious

Indulge in the ultimate Kingston culinary experience with Kingstonlicious! Enjoy exclusive menus, special guest chefs, and unique culinary events.

Skating in the Square

Springer Market Square has once again been transformed into a magical open air skating rink for free community skating!

Spirit of Winter

February 1 - 17, 2025 This winter, a story comes to life in Springer Market Square! Don’t miss an extraordinary opportunity to embrace the beauty of Canadian winter evenings in an unforgettable way.

Lunar New Year

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with Downtown Kingston! Your favourite shops and restaurants are celebrating with fun workshops, delicious food offers, exclusive sales and more!

Kingstonlicious

Indulge in the ultimate Kingston culinary experience with Kingstonlicious! Enjoy exclusive menus, special guest chefs, and unique culinary events.

Skating in the Square

Springer Market Square has once again been transformed into a magical open air skating rink for free community skating!

Embrace the Season

Experience the magic of winter downtown with signature seasonal events, festive shopping programs, and special holiday experiences. Come join the celebration this season!
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Show your Kingston Pride!

The Kingston Frontenacs

The Kingston Frontenacs are crushing the 2024/25 OHL season, and the action is heating up at Slush Puppie Place! With over 30 thrilling home games, now is your chance to be part of the roaring crowd.

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Live Local – Choose Local

The Downtown Kingston Gift Card

The Downtown Kingston Gift Card is your passport to an extraordinary shopping, dining and personal care experience!

Accepted in more than 140 businesses!

From fashion boutiques to cozy cafes, from unique artisanal shops to fine dining restaurants and luxurious spas, the card allows you to indulge in the best our downtown offers.

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Find your next favourite.

Gift & Specialty

In downtown Kingston Specialty stores are our specialty!

Sporting & Outdoor

Suit up for your next adventure with quality gear that’s just right for you!

Jewelry

No matter your style you can find a gorgeous piece to accessorize any look or the perfect gift for your special someone.

Technology

Whether you consider yourself tech-savvy or a complete novice you can find the products and services you need downtown from people who really know their stuff.

Gift & Specialty

In downtown Kingston Specialty stores are our specialty!

Sporting & Outdoor

Suit up for your next adventure with quality gear that’s just right for you!

Jewelry

No matter your style you can find a gorgeous piece to accessorize any look or the perfect gift for your special someone.

Technology

Whether you consider yourself tech-savvy or a complete novice you can find the products and services you need downtown from people who really know their stuff.

The Downtown Dish

Discover

Year in Review: The New & Buzz-worthy Businesses from 2024

From cozy cafes to charming shops and must-try eats, explore the new downtown additions of 2024. Your next favorite spot is just a click away!

The Roundstone and Fancy That: One Big Family for 50 Years

In the heart of downtown Kingston are two beloved retail stores celebrating 50 years of business, The Roundstone and Fancy That. The stores are run by the dynamic trio of sisters, Amanda, Alix, and...

Explore Downtown Kingston: Your Guide for Winter Activities

The days are short, the nights are chilly and there are tons of amazing experiences in downtown Kingston this winter!

Food & Drink

Savouring 2024: A Wrap-Up of The Tastiest Bites in Downtown Kingston

The best foodie bites of 2024 in Downtown Kingston. From drool-worthy newcomers to beloved classics, check out a festive round-up of everything that made this year delicious.

Unwrap the Joy: Downtown's Holiday Foodie Gift Guide

Whether it's a festive dinner party or a cozy brunch, this curated foodie gift guide will make your festivities stress-free and delicious.

Kingston food tours captures culinary scene

Explore Kingston’s vibrant culinary scene with Kingston Food Tours! Uncover the delicious stops and unique experiences waiting for you.

Q&As

Flair for Fashion: A Q&A with Chris James & Curate Social

After working for major fashion brands around the world, Christine opened her own boutique clothing stores.

Sol Spa: Bringing Fresh Energy to a Cherished Downtown Space

Meet the team that's bringing fresh energy and a quiet getaway experience to downtown Kingston at Sol Spa

Downtown Personality: A Q&A with Martello Alley and Martello on Brock

One of Kingston’s best hidden gems, Martello Alley, is always worth a visit! When David Dossett discovered the space in 2015, he imagined creating “a place to get away without leaving Kingston.”

Show me everything

Great atmosphere, wonderful restaurants, nice open spaces and love the history and architecture.

Visitor to downtown Kingston

Discover something new

A new experience can be found around every corner of downtown Kingston. Discover one-of-a-kind art, food, live music, shopping and much more!

Respectfully acknowledging that downtown Kingston resides on land which is the traditional territory of the Huron Wendat, Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee, we work towards deeper understanding by engaging in relationship and teaching.