What's happening downtown?
Upcoming Events
Nighttime Santa Parade
Festive Friday Holiday Shopping Crawl
Kingston Frontenacs
Downtown Kingston's Biggest Events
Signature Events
There’s always something happening downtown, and our full roster of one-of-a-kind events keeps Kingston celebrating all year. Out-of-towners and Kingston locals alike are counting down the days until their next favourite downtown Kingston event.
Princess St. Promenade
This one-of-a-kind outdoor shopping festival brings Princess Street to life! Downtown businesses and community groups are taking to the streets with unique wares, exclusive dining options, giveaways, games and much more!
Movies in the Square
Laugh, cry and enjoy your favourite movies with the community at Movies in the Square. In the summer Springer Market Square is transformed into an outdoor theatre most Thursdays at sunset.
Kingston Buskers Rendevous
Jugglers, acrobats, fire eaters, musicians, balloon twisters, and more! Perfomers from around the world fill downtown at the Kingston Buskers Rendevous.
Art After Dark
Local downtown galleries and art-loving businesses in downtown Kingston will be showcasing some of the best art in the city and special surprises along the way!
Nighttime Santa Parade
Santa Claus is coming to K-town! The Nighttime Santa Parade leaves promptly at 5:00 pm from the Bath Road/Princess Street area, and goes all the way down Princess to Ontario Street.