In Italy, it is a tradition to roast chestnuts in the fall. There is even a traditional social event, called La Castagnata, which is something the Italo-Canadian Club of Kingston hosts each year, welcoming members and guests to enjoy freshly roasted chestnuts while sipping on wine and socializing with family and friends while they shop our local Christmas Market.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Doors open at 11:00 AM
- A ballroom filled with talented, local vendors!
- Complimentary hot cocoa, coffee & tea
- Cash bar featuring Christmas Cocktails, wine and beer
- Christmas Music & Carolling (Greater Kingston Chorus and a piano for musical guests to play!)
- Frozen meals available for purchase
- Freshly roasted chestnuts for sale from 1 PM- 3 PM (1 bag of chestnuts = FREE for ICC Members)
- Vendor Bingo & door prizes
More details coming soon!
Come socialize, shop, sing, eat, drink and be merry!