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Upcoming Events

Princess St. Promenade

Princess St. Promenade

June 20 & August 1- Stroll down Princess Street at the ultimate outdoor shopping festival! Giveaways, live music, free samples, and the best shopping of the year in downtown Kingston.
Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026â„¢

Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026â„¢

Watch two live FIFA World Cup 2026â„¢ matches at Springer Market Square, with fan games, live entertainment, food trucks, and watch party specials across downtown Kingston.
Kingston Pride

Kingston Pride

It's time to celebrate Pride! Don't miss the Kingston Pride Parade and community fair in downtown Kingston on Saturday, June 13th!

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.