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25 things to do in Kingston this August

By Visit Kingston

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The summer season rolls on into another exciting month of activity in Kingston. From summer festivals to live music, tours and sports, there’s no shortage of opportunities to make the most of the season!

Do you have an event you’d like featured on our monthly list? Add it to our Kingston events calendar for consideration! If you’re looking to submit a French language event, please use our French submission form. 

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1. Chef demos

  • Watch step-by-step cooking demos by local chefs from the city's top restaurants.

  • Sample their finished creations for only $2 and bring home a recipe card.

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    Chef demos

    Springer Market Square
    Aug. 9, 16, 23, 11 am–noon

2. Queen's Gaels vs. Western Mustangs football

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    Queen's Gaels vs. Western Mustangs football

    Richardson Stadium
    Aug. 23, 3 pm

3. Princess Street Promenade

  • Live music, shopping & fun games

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    Princess Street Promenade

    Princess Street
    Aug. 2, 10 am–5 pm

4. Murney Fest

  • Celebrate Murney Tower Museum's 100th anniversary

  • Filled with family-friendly activites, live entertainment and more

  • Book tickets online

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    Murney Fest

    Murney Tower Museum
    Aug. 9, 10 am–5 pm

5. Brock Street Block Party

  • Celebrate and support local businesses

  • Fun games, live music, free samples and more

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    Brock Street Block Party

    Brock St. between King & Wellington
    Aug. 24, 12–4 pm

6. Sheep Dog Trials Festival

  • Admission: $10 or $25 for all three days (kids 12 and under are free)

  • Cash and card accepted at the gate

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    Sheep Dog Trials Festival

    Grass Creek Park
    Aug. 8–10

7. Pulse of the Past outdoor guided tour

  • 1 hour walking tour

  • Tickets include admission into the Museum of Health Care

  • $10 for adults, $5 for students, seniors, and children 5 and older

  • Book tickets online

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    Pulse of the Past outdoor guided tour

    Starts at the Museum of Health Care
    Fri.–Sun., 10:30 am & 2 pm, until Aug. 24

8. Greek Fest

  • Admission through cash donation or non-perishable food donation

  • Live music, dance, food, and community

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    Greek Fest

    Greek Banquet Hall
    Aug. 16, 11 am–11 pm

9. Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

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    Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

    Starts at the Visitor Information Centre
    Daily

10. Sunset Ceremony

  • Featuring Drums, Drill Squad, and Artillery Detachments of the Fort Henry Guard

  • Book tickets online

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    Sunset Ceremony

    Fort Henry
    Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22, 7–8:30 pm

11. Summer Fun on Sydenham

  • Enjoy live music, patio tables, and fun kids programs

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    Summer Fun on Sydenham

    Sydenham Street between Princess & Queen St.
    Saturdays, 10 am–2 pm

12. Explore Canadian military history

  • Discover the role that military communications and electronics have played for over a century

  • Book tickets online

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    Explore Canadian military history

    Military Communications and Electronics Museum
    Mon.–Fri., 10 am–3:30 pm

13. Kingston Pen Tours

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    Kingston Pen Tours

    Kingston Penitentiary
    Daily

14. The Kick & Push Festival

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    The Kick & Push Festival

    Various locations
    Until Aug. 17

15. Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises

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    Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises

    Departs from Crawford Wharf
    Daily

16. Kingston Food Tours

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    Kingston Food Tours

    Starts at the Visitor Information Centre
    Wed.–Sun.

17. Yoga in the Park

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    Yoga in the Park

    Battery Park
    Sundays, 10 am–11 am

18. Summer music series

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    Summer music series

    Various locations
    Wed., Fri., Sat.

19. Women's Art Festival

  • Artisan marketplace showcasing some of the finest artists from the Kingston area

  • Free community programming including live music and children's activities

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    Women's Art Festival

    City Park
    Aug. 9, 10 am–4 pm

20. Tour the S.S. Keewatin 

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    Tour the S.S. Keewatin

    Great Lakes Museum
    Daily

21. Memorial Centre Farmers' Market

  • Shop local produce and products

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    Memorial Centre Farmers' Market

    Memorial Centre
    Sundays, 9 am–2 pm

22. Sailing charters

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    Sailing charters

    Ahoy Rentals
    Daily

23. Back to the Farm music festival

  • Celebrate the Back to the Farm music festival's 10th anniversary

  • Featuring The Trews, Miss Emily, and other artists

  • General Admission: $50 (Free for Children aged 12 and under)

  • Book tickets online

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    Back to the Farm music festival

    MacKinnon Brothers Brewing Co.
    Aug. 17, 11:30 am–11 pm

24. Neptune & Salacia Diving

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    Neptune & Salacia Diving

    Portsmouth Olympic Harbour
    Tues.–Sun.

25. Explore Bellevue House

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    Explore Bellevue House

    35 Centre Street
    Daily

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