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| February |
| February 7-10, 2008 |
4TH 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.
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| February 27-March 2, 2008 |
The Kingston Canadian Film Festival
Nearly 20 films from Canadian contributors are screened at this premiere Canadian film
event. Each year, several guests from the top of the Canadian film circuit list grace the
Kingston venues for the various feature length and short films. Participants can attend
receptions, filmmakers' seminars and more.
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| June |
| June 2008 |
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.
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| June 14, 2008 |
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.
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June 15 -
July 1, 2008 |
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.
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| June 28-30, 2008 |
"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
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| July |
| July 1, 2008 |
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.
Confederation Basin - 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Grass Creek Park - 1 to 6 p.m.
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| July 5, 2008 |
The Sky is the Limit Festival
The 10th Annual "The Sky is the Limit Festival" is a fun-filled day of activities and events for the whole family! Presented by the Kingston Police, the Festival will run from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 8 at City Park. All proceeds go to support Ontario March of Dimes and the Youth Diversion Program.
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| July 10-13, 2008 |
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.
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| July 21, 2007 |
Taste of Kingston
Confederation Park - Lakefront
One Delicious Day!!! Experience great food from local restaurants! Stay awhile and enjoy live entertainment, games, and rides in Confederation Park in downtown Kingston. The proceeds from this event will benefit the Kingston & District
Branch of the Canadian Diabetes Association. 10:30am - 4:30pm
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| August |
| August 3, 2008 |
K-Town Triatholon
Watch as athletes from around the world run, bike, and swim from Confederation
Park.
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| August 8-9, 2008 |
1000 Islands Poker Run
1000 Islands Poker Run held in Kingston, Ontario is 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.
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| August 2008 |
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 19, 2007 |
Women’s Art Festival
The Women's Art Festival was started in the late 70's by a group of women who were interested in promoting the work of women artists. This outstanding annual one day rain or shine festival has always operated the third Sunday of August. The original concept for the festival has, for the most part, remained unchanged.
This non-juried festival features original art designed and created by women and includes painting, printmaking, sculpture and pottery, jewelry, drawing, photography and fabric art to name a few.
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| August 21-24, 2008 |
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.
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| September |
| September 18-21, 2008 |
178th 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.
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| September 19-20, 2008 |
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.
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| September 27, 2008 |
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!
All this for only $7 adults; $3 children. 12 pm to 4 pm
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| November |
| November 2007 |
Pewter Collectibles Program
Series of 5 historic Kingston landmarks cast as collectible pewter ornaments. One released each week for 5 weeks. info@downtownkingston.ca |
| November 17, 2007 |
Greater Kingston Santa Parade
Downtown's evening Santa Parade - come on out and enjoy all the magic of the season @ 5pm. info@downtownkingston.ca. |
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| December |
| December 31, 2007 |
Rockin' at the Clock
On Dec. 31, 1997, we celebrated New Years, and the birth of the 'new' City of Kingston. On December 31, 2007, 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.
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