on April 8, STAND IN THE PATH OF TOTALITY
Viewing Areas
Find prime locations across the city to view the solar eclipse, transit & parking information, and road closure details.
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What to know
The eclipse will begin at 2:09 pm and end at 4:34 pm. Totality, where the moon fully obscures the sun, will take place from 3:22–3:25 pm, lasting approximately 3 minutes. Times are approximate and based on viewing the eclipse in Kingston, Ontario, Canada.
Safety
Witness this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity safely. Get how-to-view tips and more.
How to view
Free transit
Leave your car behind and take Kingston Transit for free. Find your route to the event of a lifetime.
Transit routes
Parking
Where to park in Kingston: from city-operated lots to 24-hour garages. There’s a spot for you.
Find parkingEclipse Events
04.01.24
Kingston Bike Tours
Take a three-hour guided bike tour of Kingston. Take in the views from the waterfront trial and learn about local cultural and historical sites. Bring your own bike or rent one from Ahoy Rentals.
Learn more04.01.24
Ahoy Bike Rentals
Grab a map and cruise the sites of Kingston by bike. Pre-book a bike for a full-day rental with Ahoy Rentals. Booking includes helmet and bike locks.
Learn more04.02.24
Jinsha: The Journey at the Isabel
Jinsha tells the poignant love story between Jin and Sha. Through beautiful music and stage presentation, it recreates the grand scenes of the ancient Shu capital 3,000 years ago.
Learn more04.02.24
36 Questions in the Market Wing cultural space within City Hall
Explore the "36 Questions that Lead to Loving Kingston" interactive exhibition.
Learn more04.03.24
Original Haunted Walk of Kingston
Talented storytellers will guide you by lantern light, captivating you with spine-tingling ghost stories from Kingston’s old Sydenham Ward.
Learn more04.04.24
Creative Kingston Walking Tour: Film
Explore Kingston’s film history with three self-guided tours about the city’s historic cinemas, notable filmmakers, and the production scene. English & French.
Learn more04.04.24
Creative Kingston Walking Tour: Music
Explore Kingston’s vibrant music scene with three self-guided tours narrated by local musicians and music-lovers. English & French.
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Creative Kingston Walking Tour: Literary
Explore Kingston’s rich literary scene with three self-guided tours that explore the Kingston places that have inspired great works of fiction and poetry. English & French.
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Daft Brewing: Stand-Up Comedy Night
An evening of comedy hosted by the hilarious Ryan Denee and featuring a selection of local talent.
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Improbable Escapes
Adventure and fun collide at Improbable Escapes, an award-winning escape room company. Choose between indoor & outdoor escape rooms.
Learn more04.04.24
Kingston Public Market
The Kingston Public Market is the oldest market in Ontario, providing food and a sense of community to residents of Kingston since 1801. Located in Springer Market Square.
Learn more04.04.24
Glow Skincare + Spa
Book a 60-minute facial at Glow from April 4 to 7 and receive a free Alumier retinol eye gel (value $110). Mention ‘Eclipse’ in the comments when booking online.
Learn more04.04.24
Stoked Solar Challenge
Book a regular Stoked Sauna Co, session, stay in the cold plunge for 3 minutes and 4 seconds (the length of the solar eclipse) and win a pair of eclipse viewing glasses.
Learn more04.05.24
Total Solar Eclipse Weekend at Fort Henry
Fort Henry will offer special programming leading up to the total solar eclipse.
Learn more04.05.24
The Sun, the Moon and Your Body at the Museum of Health Care
The Museum of Health Care offers family-friendly activities & crafts that investigate beliefs, superstitions, and traditions about the effects of events like the solar eclipse on health and the body.
Learn more04.05.24
Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn at the Kingston Grand Theatre
Enjoy a live performance by “the king and queen of the banjo” at the Kingston Grand Theatre.
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04.05.24
Kingston Food Tours: Classic Tour
The Classic Kingston tour offers a local's perspective on Kingston's culture through food, history, and architecture. Includes exclusive tastings at local restaurants in downtown Kingston.
Learn more04.05.24
Joe McLeod, Oakridge Ave at The Mansion
Join longtime pals Joe McLeod & Oakridge Ave as they reunite on stage in Kingston for the first time in over four years!
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Art After Dark in downtown Kingston
Downtown galleries and shops keep their doors open late for one vibrant evening to showcase and celebrate Kingston’s renowned art scene.
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Miss Emily presents the "I Heart Kingston" anniversary show
Join Miss Emily for an evening celebrating her 20 years of making music in the Limestone City.
Learn more04.05.24
Kingston Penitentiary Tours
Step inside the walls of Canada’s oldest penitentiary. Learn about the history of the Kingston Pen. Choose from the standard tour, extended tour, or express tour.
Learn more04.06.24
Kids Creativity Club at the Tett Centre
Drop-in artmaking for families with children ages 10 and under. Participants enjoy a variety of hands-on creative arts activities with local artists and volunteers.
Learn more04.06.24
Art Threads at the Tett Centre
The Kingston Fibre Artists' annual show is a visual feast of colour and texture. Meet the artists April 6 (2–5 pm)
Learn more04.06.24
Graven at The Toucan
Nepean's indie-folk troubadour returns to Kingston.
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Queen's University Concert Orchestra at The Spire
Enjoy live music from the Queen's University Concert Orchestra at The Spire.
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Kingston Food Tours: Tapas Tour
An afternoon tour of downtown Kingston with local guides. Offers four stops featuring delicious small tastings paired with an alcoholic beverage.
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Kingston Trolley Tours: City Tour
One-hour tour through downtown Kingston passing iconic attractions, museums, art galleries, and historic sites. Tour guide provides an informative, engaging overview of Kingston’s history.
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Ain't No Sunshine: a musical celebration at Chalmers United Church
She Sings Women’s Choir presents a musical celebration of the eclipse. Featuring the Dave Barton Trio and cosmic images and commentary by Dr. Martin Duncan, Professor Emeritus, Queen’s Astronomy.
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Sundial making at MacLachlan Woodworking Museum
Kids aged 8-12, accompanied by an adult, are invited to a hands-on workshop to learn how to make a sundial, using both modern and heritage tools.
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HORIZON: A 360° Journey at the Tett Centre
HORIZON, a 20-minute, 360° film, immerses the viewer in an inspiring showcase of creativity and stunning landscapes across Canada.
Learn more04.06.24
Visite guidée standard du Pénitencier de Kingston en français
Entrez à l’intérieur du plus ancien pénitencier au Canada et venez explorer les endroits, dont quelques-uns datant des années 1830, où vivaient et travaillaient les détenus.
Learn more04.06.24
Heart of the Islands Cruise on the Island Queen
Enjoy live entertainment and learn about the history and folklore of the spectacular scenery and island homes on this three-hour cruise of the 1000 Islands.
Learn more04.07.24
Educational programming at Murney Tower
Murney Tower Museum guided tours and solar-themed arts & crafts activities.
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Jungle Book at the Kingston Grand Theatre
Based on the work of Rudyard Kipling, this family-friendly show features eye-popping video, shadow-play, and original music that will leave you mesmerized.
Learn more04.07.24
Memorial Centre Farmers' Market
Find fresh produce, meals, and beverages from local producers. All products come from within roughly 100 km of Kingston.
Learn more04.07.24
Solar Eclipse Pancake Party at Memorial Centre Farmers' Market
A lovely Sunday family feast! Enjoy a plate of Natasha’s Ukrainian crepes paired with Salmon River Sugar Bush maple syrup.
Learn more04.07.24
Kingston Spring Classic Criterium at Canadian Forces Base Kingston
Ontario Cup season opener. 50–75 minute cycling road race at Canadian Forces Base Kingston.
Learn more04.08.24
Eclipse Viewing at Fort Henry
Fort Henry is a prime viewing destination in the path of totality. This location features guest speakers, educational activities, an artisan market, food vendors, and live music.
Learn more04.08.24
Solar Eclipse Viewing Area at Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area
Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area will be open as a viewing area for the solar eclipse. Gate fee will be waived for the day.
Learn more04.08.24
Total Eclipse in the Park at Grass Creek Park
Food & drink trucks, STEM Camp Kingston, face painting, drag performance by Tyffanie Morgan, live music by Floydium and Atiari, Queen’s Eclipse Ambassadors.
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Eclipse Cruise on the Island Queen
Special three-hour eclipse cruise. Enjoy passed appetizers, a complimentary drink, and an unobstructed view of the total solar eclipse from the ship’s top deck. Eclipse glasses provided.
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Eclipse Glow Flow at the Broom Factory
Harness the energy of the eclipse with yoga led by Jo Castles with DJ Mat Almeida. Wear your glow-in-the-dark clothes: glow bracelets will be provided for this black-light practice.
Learn more04.08.24
Eclipse Brunch at the Renaissance Supper Club
Enjoy a buffet brunch with eclipse-themed food and cocktails, then view the eclipse on the south patio with provided glasses.
Learn more04.08.24
Spearhead solar eclipse patio party
Enjoy a pint while witnessing history on the patio at Spearhead Brewing. You will receive complimentary solar eclipse glasses. Inside the taproom, we’ll have a live stream of the event.
Learn moreSOLAR SWAG
Visitors staying at Kingston hotels, motels, and inns will receive eclipse-viewing glasses at their accommodations.
Limited-time eclipse merch and keepsakes available at the Visitor Information Centre, 209 Ontario St., or shop online.
Solar Stories
Your guide to the total solar eclipse in Kingston
From safety & planning to events & programming, here’s everything you need to know about the total solar eclipse.
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Where to enjoy celestial-inspired menus for the total solar eclipse
Savour these delicious eclipse-inspired menus around Kingston during the total solar eclipse.
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Eye safety during the total solar eclipse in Kingston
Learn how to view the solar eclipse safely.
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Filming the total solar eclipse in Kingston
What you need to know when filming the total solar eclipse in Kingston.
Read moreACCOMMODATIONS ARE FILLING UP
From hotels and seasonal suites to luxurious inns on historic streets.
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This event has been financially assisted by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund of the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, administered by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund Corporation.
Highway 2
Highway 2 at Royal Military College (north side)
On April 8 Highway 2, west of Highway 15, will be closed to vehicles when parking capacity is reached at the Fort Henry site.
Vehicles travelling south on Highway 15 will be directed east on Highway 2 and vehicles travelling west on Highway 2 will be directed north on Highway 15. Local traffic access to the Barriefield neighbourhood will be maintained at Highway 15 at Wellington Street.
Learn more: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/city-calendar-events/feature-events/solar-eclipse-2024
University Ave
43 University Ave
Closed April 8.
Learn more: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/city-calendar-events/feature-events/solar-eclipse-2024
Market Street
16 Market St
April 5, 7 pm to April 9, 7 am
Closed between King St. East and Ontario St.
Learn more: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/city-calendar-events/feature-events/solar-eclipse-2024
King St
265 King St W
April 8 starting at 7:30 am
King St will be closed between Barrie St. and Mowat St. and Sir John A Macdonald from Union St. to King St., to ensure access to the emergency department at Kingston General Hospital remains unobstructed for emergency vehicles and those seeking emergency health care.
Residents seeking to access care at KGH can do so at the main KGH entrance off Stuart Street. For those seeking the Emergency Department they can access it by traveling down Barrie St. to Stuart St. to George St. to King St. When leaving KGH we ask that people proceed to exit through closure at Barrie St.
Learn more: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/city-calendar-events/feature-events/solar-eclipse-2024
King St
11 King St W
April 8 starting at 7:30 am
King St will be closed between Barrie St. and Mowat St. and Sir John A Macdonald from Union St. to King St., to ensure access to the emergency department at Kingston General Hospital remains unobstructed for emergency vehicles and those seeking emergency health care.
Residents seeking to access care at KGH can do so at the main KGH entrance off Stuart Street. For those seeking the Emergency Department they can access it by traveling down Barrie St. to Stuart St. to George St. to King St. When leaving KGH we ask that people proceed to exit through closure at Barrie St.
Learn more: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/city-calendar-events/feature-events/solar-eclipse-2024
King St
Sir John A Macdonald Blvd (north side of King)
April 8 starting at 7:30 am
King St will be closed between Barrie St. and Mowat St. and Sir John A Macdonald from Union St. to King St., to ensure access to the emergency department at Kingston General Hospital remains unobstructed for emergency vehicles and those seeking emergency health care.
Residents seeking to access care at KGH can do so at the main KGH entrance off Stuart Street. For those seeking the Emergency Department they can access it by traveling down Barrie St. to Stuart St. to George St. to King St. When leaving KGH we ask that people proceed to exit through closure at Barrie St.
Learn more: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/city-calendar-events/feature-events/solar-eclipse-2024
LaSalle Causeway
346 Ontario St
Closed indefinitely to all public access including vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. Detour signage in place.
Learn more: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/city-calendar-events/feature-events/solar-eclipse-2024
LaSalle Causeway
1 Valour Dr
Closed indefinitely to all public access including vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. Detour signage in place.
Learn more: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/city-calendar-events/feature-events/solar-eclipse-2024
Sir John A Macdonald Blvd
955 Sir John A. Macdonald Blvd.
April 8 starting at 12:01 am
One lane northbound and one lane southbound will be closed.
Further lane reductions northbound on Sir John A. Macdonald Boulevard to Dalton Avenue will be in place as needed. These lane restrictions allow essential and emergency services to access critical health care services.
Learn more: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/city-calendar-events/feature-events/solar-eclipse-2024
Sir John A Macdonald Blvd
91 St Remy Pl
April 8 starting at 12:01 am
One lane northbound and one lane southbound will be closed.
Further lane reductions northbound on Sir John A. Macdonald Boulevard to Dalton Avenue will be in place as needed. These lane restrictions allow essential and emergency services to access critical health care services.
Learn more: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/city-calendar-events/feature-events/solar-eclipse-2024
Sir John A Macdonald Blvd
1 Sir John A. Macdonald Blvd.
April 8 starting at 12:01 am
One lane northbound and one lane southbound will be closed.
Further lane reductions northbound on Sir John A. Macdonald Boulevard to Dalton Avenue will be in place as needed. These lane restrictions allow essential and emergency services to access critical health care services.
Learn more: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/residents/city-calendar-events/feature-events/solar-eclipse-2024
Lake Ontario Park
920 King St W
- Accessible parking & pathways
- Washroom access, including accessible washrooms
- Queen’s University Eclipse Ambassadors
Bayridge Secondary School
1059 Taylor Kidd Blvd
- Accessible parking & pathways
- Washrooms, including accessible washrooms
- Queen’s University Eclipse Ambassadors
Eclipse viewing at Fort Henry
1 Fort Henry Drive
- 12—5 pm
- Guest speakers & educational activities
- Artisan market, food vendors & live music
- Washrooms
- Queen’s University Eclipse Ambassadors
Frontenac Secondary School
1789 Bath Road
- Accessible parking & pathways
- Washrooms, including accessible washrooms
- Queen’s University Eclipse Ambassadors
Eclipse viewing at Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area
1641 Perth Road
- 9 am—4 pm
- Outdoor Centre open: washrooms & snack bar
- Gate fee waived
Invista Centre
1350 Gardiners Rd
- Accessible parking & pathways
- Building access
- Washrooms/porta potties, including accessible washrooms
- Queen’s University Eclipse Ambassadors
Kingston East Community Centre & Grenadier Park
779 Highway 15
- Accessible parking & pathways
- Building access
- Washrooms/porta potties, including accessible washrooms
- Queen’s University Eclipse Ambassadors
Cataraqui Kinsmen Arena
1030 Sunnyside Rd
- Accessible parking & pathways
- Building access
- Washrooms/porta potties, including accessible washrooms
- Queen’s University Eclipse Ambassadors
Lion’s Civic Gardens & Isabel Turner Library
935 Gardiners Rd
- 11–4 pm live music by DJ ZARI
- Accessible parking & pathways
- Building access
- Washrooms/porta potties, including accessible washrooms
- Queen’s University Eclipse Ambassadors
- Parking & transit transfer station at Cataraqui Centre
LaSalle Secondary School
773 Highway 15
- Accessible parking & pathways
- Washroom access, including accessible washrooms
- Queen’s University Eclipse Ambassadors
Maple Elementary School
529 St Martha St
- Accessible parking & pathways
- Washroom access, including accessible washrooms
- Queen’s University Eclipse Ambassadors
Total Eclipse in the Park at Grass Creek Park
2991 Highway 2
- 1—5 pm
- Accessible parking
- Music and drag performance
- Food & drink trucks, Utilities Kingston water buggy
- Kids activities
- Washrooms, including accessible washrooms
- Queen’s University Eclipse Ambassadors
