March Break Family Fun in Downtown Kingston

By Rosalyn Gambhir

Published: February 27th, 2026

Staying local this March Break? Well, you’re in luck! We’re saving you both time and research with this guide to making the most of March Break in downtown Kingston, featuring family-friendly fun with free and affordable activities and events. It’s the kind of week where screen time drops, and everyone goes home happy.

What makes March Break in downtown Kingston truly special isn’t just the unique activities; it’s the people, the local businesses, the artists, the librarians, and the shop owners who come together to create a welcoming space that shows up for families.  

Kingston Frontenac Public Library

Looking for a place where imagination, curiosity, and fun collide? Kingston Frontenac Public Library’s Central Branch is the perfect destination for families ready to mix learning with fun. This March Break, they’re offering a lineup of programs for varying ages:

 

 

Children watching a puppet show with animal characters on stage.

The Rocking Horse

Looking for a morning packed with giggles, crafts, and a very special guest? The Rocking Horse, downtown Kingston’s go-to kids’ store, is hosting a March Break morning that little ones won’t stop talking about! Enjoy breakfast, crafts, games, a scavenger hunt and a meet & greet with the ever-so popular Bluey. Hurry, spots are limited! 

 

  • March 16: Breakfast with Bluey  

  • Time slots: 8:30 am, 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 11:30 am 

A girl poses with a blue cartoon character in a lively outdoor setting.

Kingston Grand Theatre

An afternoon outing awaits where kids (and adults!) can join Curious George! Get ready to sing, dance, and giggle along with your little ones. Kingston Grand Theatre is bringing a brand-new musical to the stage that the whole family will love. 

  • March 15: Curious George: The Golden Meatball  

  • Time: 3:30 pm (All ages welcome) 

  • Tickets: $29.50 – $39.50 

  • Where: 218 Princess St, Kingston, ON 

Curious George with outstretched arms and text promoting

March of the Museums

This free, city-wide festival, hosted by the Kingston & Area Association of Museums, Art Galleries and Historic Sites (KAM), is perfect for families ready to explore, discover, and have fun while learning about Kingston’s fascinating history. In downtown Kingston, start at the Kingston Visitor Information Centre, which features the Murney Tower Museum and offers more about the city. Nearby, check out nearby gems such as the Museum of Health Care, PumpHouse Museum, and the Great Lakes Museum. 

 

  • When: March 16 - 20  

  • Time: 10 am - 4 pm 

  • Cost: Free 

A large ship against a blue sky.

Movies at The Screening Room

The Screening Room movie theatre is back with a deal just in time for March Break with their $6 family movie program! From March 16-20, enjoy a lineup of nostalgic films for the whole family, with plenty of showtimes to fit your schedule. The line-up includes: The Princess Diaries (2001), The Wizard of Oz (1939), Monsters, Inc. (2001), Mulan (1998), Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986), The Last Unicorn (1982) and Howl's Moving Castle (2004). 

 

  • When: March 16-20 

  • Time: 10 am - 6 pm.  

  • Admission: $6 + HST for all 

  • Kid snack combos: $6 + HST (small popcorn + juice box) 

  • Babies and toddlers aged 2 and under are free. 

Promotional poster for $6 movies during March Break at The Screening Room.

Improbable Escapes

School might not be in session, but that doesn’t mean the kiddos can’t have a fun, brain-teasing challenge this March Break. If you haven’t tried Improbable Escapes in downtown Kingston yet, now’s your chance! Warning: you do get locked in a room, but that’s the fun part! Each room is creatively themed, where, using problem-solving skills and teamwork, you’ll race against the clock to escape.  

 

  • Price: $30-40 per person 

  • Where: LaSalle Mews, 303 Bagot St, Kingston, ON 

A dimly lit room with a carved statue and decorative wall elements.

Discover ArtNoise

The ultimate creative shop for young minds to explore and let their imaginations run wild this March Break at ArtNoise! Each afternoon features crafts, art exercises, and open-ended creative projects, giving children the freedom to experiment and be inspired. Spots are limited!

  • When: March 16-20  

  • Time: 1-4 pm 

  • Price: $30 

  • Where: 290 Princess St, Kingston, ON 

March Break Artsy Afternoons event details, March 16-20, 1-4 PM.

Cheer on the Kingston Frontenacs

Hockey fans, get ready! Catch the Kingston Frontenacs as they hit the ice for two exciting home games at the Slush Puppie Place.  

 

  • March 18: Kingston Frontenacs vs. Barrie Colts

  • March 20: Kingston Frontenacs vs. Peterborough Petes 

  • Time: 7 pm 

  • Price: $30 

Hockey team celebrating with fans in the background holding white towels.

Level Up at Kingston Gaming Nexus

If your kiddos love video games, comics, or trading cards, Kingston Gaming Nexus is the place to be! This inclusive, community-driven hub in downtown Kingston offers a fun space for kids and teens to connect, play, and explore their favourite games and hobbies. 

 

  • Where: 270 Bagot St, Kingston, ON  

People playing a tabletop game at a table with game pieces and notes at Nexus Kingston.

Shop at Minotaur Games & Gifts

Stop by Minotaur Games & Gifts before March Break to explore all the goodies you didn’t know you needed, from toys, crafts, origami kits, and family board games. It’s the perfect spot to find fun ways to keep the kiddos entertained and maybe discover a game the whole family can enjoy. 

 

  • When: Open daily  

  • Where: 78 Princess St, Kingston, ON  

 

A family engages in a creative activity at a table.

Skating at Springer Market Square

Located behind City Hall, lace up your skates and glide across the ice at Springer Market Square! Outdoor skating is fun for all ages, and yes, BeaverTails is the sweet reward. Don’t have skates? Trailhead Kingston on Princess St offers rentals and sharpening!   

 

  • Cost: Free 

  • Where: 1 Market St, Kingston, ON

People ice skating in a snowy outdoor rink surrounded by buildings.

Ride the Kingston Trolley Tour

Take a ride with Kingston Trolley Tours and see the city in comfort, no sore feet required. From historic landmarks to hidden gems, it’s a fun way for the whole family to explore Kingston and take in the sights.  

 

  • When: March 15 & 21  

  • Time slots: 11 am & 1 pm 

  • Cost: $45 

  • Where: 209 Ontario St., Kingston, ON, outside the Kingston Visitor Information Centre 

Child wearing a hat, smiling inside a decorated vehicle.

Kid Approved Meals

With all the fun, you’ll want to take a break and refuel: 

  • Shawarma Dubai - order a family platter and dinner is served, plus leftovers! 

  • Harper Burger Bar - grab a smoothie, cheesy fries, plus a burger 

  • Score Pizza - have a little fun building your own pizza or pick a signature  

  • 23&Co - who doesn’t love a s sweet treat of decadent cookies 

  • Mio Gelato - this speaks for itself! 

Person serving gelato from a display case with various flavors.

Rosalyn Gambhir

I’m a daydreamer, a foodie, an adventurer, and an explorer. But most of all, a tourist in my own backyard of the limestone city rediscovering old favourites and hidden gems. As a proud Kingstonian for over a decade and an alumna of Queen's University, I has thrived in this vibrant community, which has fueled her creativity and passion for building a strong online community and supporting local businesses through my blogging, social media and freelance writing.

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