February
February 1-7, 2009	5TH Annual Kingston Feb Fest! Feb Fest has quickly become Kingston's premiere winter event. The event draws over 30,000 people to downtown and to the event's primary location, the newly renovated Market Square, located behind Kingston's City Hall. ... more info
February 25-March 1, 2009	The Kingston Canadian Film Festival Welcome to the 9th Annual Kingston Canadian Film Festival presented by The Kingston Whig-Standard and Cogeco! This year’s festival promises to be spectacular with screenings of the year’s best films, receptions and visiting film industry guests. These films will touch your heart, ... more info
June
June 6, 2010	Beat Beethoven Run Kingston’s biggest and most unique running event - our 1000 runners/walkers and hundred of spectators enjoying the runner and walkers and of course the full Kingston Symphony in Confederation Park. ... more info
June 15, 2010	First Capital Days Wagon rides, interactive heritage displays and activities, Cadet Tattoo, tour St. George's Cathedral, tours of City Hall, enjoy an authentic 1840’s luncheon or dinner at the Kingston Brewing Company and much more! Join us as we celebrate Kingston's colourful history as the First Capital of United Canada. details
July
July 2-4, 2010	"Fanfayr" Juried Outdoor Art and Crafts Show FANFAYR is the Outdoor Juried Art and Crafts Show held annually since 1982. Exhibitors come from across Ontario and southern Québec to display and sell their art and crafts in a beautiful setting by Lake Ontario. A wide range of art and crafts will be on view. There will be artists and craftspeople working in wood, glass, tie dye, jewellery, oils, acrylics, watercolour, pottery, small furniture, leather, metal, designer clothing, hats for children and adults, and more. All articles are handmade and unique! Many old favourites will return, and they will be joined by equally exciting new exhibitors. Info: 549 7706 details
July 1, 2010	Canada Day The Limestone Mile, FanFayre, a Red and White parade, a civic ceremony, and all day music will end with a spectacular fireworks display in downtown Kingston, or families can spend their afternoon at Grass Creek Park for family activities, music, games, and good food. details
July 24, 2010	Kingston Dragon Boat Festival 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. ... more info
July 8-11, 2010	The Kingston Buskers Rendezvous Downtown Kingston truly comes alive as "the heart of the city" as street performers with talents ranging from fire eating, to sword swallowing, to comedy, perform for crowds of thousands. Festival & Events Ontario recognize this four-day festival as one of the Top 50 events in the province! Accessible to everyone, with a broad audience appeal this festival is absolutely FREE - you as an audience member decide how to pay a performer based on their act. The Kingston Buskers Rendezvous is consistently cited as one of the top 3 street performer festivals in North America - "if not the world". Make your plans to attend this wildly exciting event TODAY! Join us in historic downtown Kingston for these wildly entertaining 4 days. details
August
August 1, 2010	K-Town Triatholon Watch as athletes from around the world run, bike, and swim from Confederation Park. details
August 6-8, 2010	1000 Islands Poker Run 1000 Islands Poker Run held in Kingston, Ontario is one of the largest international poker run with more than 50,000 spectators converging in Downtown Kingston! The event begins from Confederation Basin where spectators can come and check out the boats on Friday night and then spend the day on Saturday watching the boats take off, checking out classic car displays and listening to live music in the park. Sunday features the time trials held at Richardson Beach.
August 15, 2010	Kingston Women's Art Festival *** FREE ADMISSION*** Rain or shine hand crafted original work a fun family day children's area silent auction - healthy food, live music all day for you enjoyment. Participants: painters of all mediums, jewelery makers, fabric creations, clothing, pottery, ceramics, game boards, etc. Participating artists donate 20% of their sales and silent auction items to support: Women's Counselling Program, Childbirth Kingston Inc., Kingston Community Health Centre, Street Health Centre, Health Pursuits reading/Study Group Queen's University Artist Devel Fund. Spend a great day with your family and friends. www.womensartfestivalkingston.ca/
August 2010	CORK (the Canadian Olympic-training Regatta) This two-week event in August attracts sailors from all over the world to compete in the many races. CORK (the Canadian Olympic-training Regatta) has a history of over 25 years, due to the superior sailing conditions that the area has to offer. Come to this cheery event that pleases both the competitor as well as the observer.
August 26-29, 2010	Limestone City Blues Festival The Festival features four days of the best in blues! Internationally renowned artists descend upon Kingston to hit such venues as The Grand Theatre, scenic waterfront Confederation Park and your favourite Downtown venues. Saturday Night, the place to be is historic Market Square for the main stage concert. A fitting wind-up to a great four days is the Sunday Brunch Blues. details
September
September 16-19, 2010	Kingston Fall Fair The Kingston Fall Fair is a non profit organization that supports traditions of the past, family values, agriculture and its importance in the community. Each year we strive to bring the country and city together for 4 days. The event showcases agricultural displays, an indoor horse show, cattle shows, 4-H shows, grain competitions, Homecrafts, baking, grandstand attractions, musical entertainment, and a midway with rides & games. details
September TBA	Canada DanceSport Canada DanceSport is an international Standard and Latin dance competition sanctioned by the International DanceSport Federation (IDSF). It qualifies as an IDSF Open World Ranking Tournament. It's held at the K-Rock Centre. details
2010 TBA	Chilifest Don't miss the fun and excitement of autumn in Downtown Kingston! Enjoy a spectacular day featuring local restauranteurs and chefs struttin' their hot stuff along with the ever-popular Classic Car Show, Fabulous Children's Activity Area, Chili MarketPlace, Horse-drawn Wagon Rides and the Amazing Apple Pie Challenge! details
October
October 2010 TBA	Pumpkinfest Celebrate the harvest at the MacLachlan Woodworking Museum, with games, pumpkin carving, entertainment, and more.
November
November 11, 2010	Civic Service of Remembrance A civic ceremony will be held at the Cenotaph. Wreath laying by community groups , Military and Veterans groups followed by the civic ceremony at the official wreath laying by dignitaries and the Silver Cross recipient
November 20, 2010	Nighttime Santa Parade An evening Santa Claus Parade ... Come on out and enjoy the magic of the season! 5:00 p.m.
December
December 31, 2009	Rockin' at the Clock On Dec. 31, 1997, we celebrated New Years, and the birth of the 'new' City of Kingston. On December 31, 2008, we will kick off the year long celebrations of the 10th anniversary of a united community! Bring the whole family to market square for live entertainment, horse drawn wagon rides, skating in the square, hot chocolate and compulsory fun! The evening will end with a spectacular fireworks display in Confederation Park. details