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25 things to do in Kingston this Family Day

By Visit Kingston

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1. Kingston Food Tours

  • Walking tour of Kingston's hip and historic downtown
  • Tastings at local restaurants
  • Buy tickets online
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    Kingston Food Tours

    Starts at Visitor Information Centre
    Wednesday–Sunday

2. Family Forest Walks

  • Explore nature minutes from the hustle and bustle of the city
  • Family friendly
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    Family Forest Walks

    Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area
    Throughout February

3. Haunted Walk

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    Haunted Walk

    Downtown Kingston
    Friday–Saturday

4. Dinosaurs among us exhibition

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    Dinosaurs Among Us exibition

    Pumphouse Museum
    Tuesday–Saturday

5. Bridge & Wolak: Scandalous Romantics

  • Stories behind the most celebrated music stars across genres
  • A fun program steeped in contemporary culture
  • Buy tickets online
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    Bridge & Wolak: Scandalous Romantics

    Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts
    February 15, 2:30–4:30 pm

6. Crafts and fun for all ages

  • A day packed with fun, creativity, and inspiration
  • Explore hands-on art activities, exhibitions, and attractions throughout the building
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    Crafts and fun for all ages

    The Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning
    February 16, 10 am–1 pm

7. Kingstonlicious

  • A premier prix fixe culinary experience
  • Featuring local chefs and special guests, mouth-watering menus and signature events
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    Kingstonlicious

    All around Kingston
    Various dates

8. Spirit of Winter

  • A warm and intimate winter escape in the heart of Springer Market Square
  • Enjoy a selection of food and drink options prepared by beloved local restaurants delivered directly to your dome
  • Buy tickets online
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    Spirit of Winter

    Springer Market Square
    February 1–16

9. Sunday fun day at the museum

  • Activities, crafts, and games that the whole family will love
  • Kids 4 and under free
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    Sunday fun day at the museum

    Great Lakes Museum
    February 15, 10 am–1 pm

10. Mini Art Exhibition

  • A gallery filled with over 800 mini paintings
  • For art-lovers of all ages
  • Free admission
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    Mini Art Exhibition

    The Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning
    February 13–16

11. Indoor rock climbing gym

  • Kingston's only indoor gym offering bouldering, top rope, auto-belays, lead and Ontario's first full size 2 lane speed wall
  • For all ages
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    Indoor rock climbing gym

    Boiler Room
    Throughout February

12. Indoor trampoline park

  • An awesome experience for the whole family!
  • From main court trampolines to Slam Jam dunk courts and dodgeball courts
  • Buy tickets online
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    Indoor trampoline park

    Xtreme Trampoline Park
    Throughout February

13. The Rocking Horse - local toy store

  • Kingston and area’s trusted destination for joyful discovery and timeless play
  • A community cornerstone and a haven for toy enthusiasts
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    Local toy store

    The Rocking Horse
    Throughout February

14. Cravin' Cooking Class

  • Hands-on cooking instruction in a safe, fun environment

  • A confidence-building, interactive cooking experience

  • Buy tickets online
     

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    Cravin' Cooking Class

    Loblaws, 100 Princess Street
    February 13, 5:30–7:30 pm

15. Indoor play zone

  • Laser Tag, GellyBall, Arcade Games + Soft Play Structure
  • For kids of all ages
  • Re-fuel with a snack and a drink at the food counter
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    Indoor play zone

    The Fun Zone
    Throughout February

16. Pottery Painting

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    Pottery Painting

    Crockadoodle
    February 16, 10 am–5 pm

17. Memorial Centre Farmers Market

  • Kingston’s year-round local market held every Sunday rain, snow, or shine
  • Enjoy hot foods & drinks, live music, artisan crafts, free arts activities and local vendors
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    Memorial Centre Farmers Market

    Memorial Centre barn
    February 15, 9 am–1 pm

18. Escape Room

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    Escape Room

    Improbable Escapes
    Wednesday–Monday, various times

19. Family Movie Night

  • Intimate, unique & down-to-earth screening experience
  • Enjoy popcorn and tea in china mugs
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    Family Movie Night

    The Screening Room
    Throughout February

20. Kingston Frontenacs vs Brantford Bulldogs

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    Kingston Frontenacs vs Brantford Bulldogs

    Slush Puppie Place
    February 16, 2 pm

21. Teddy Bear Hospital

  • Bring teddy bear or other favourite stuffed animals for a check-up
  • This fun, interactive event offers children the opportunity to discover that doctors aren't so scary after all
  • Pre-register online
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    Teddy Bear Hospital

    Museum of Healthcare
    February 16, 10 am–4 pm

22. Games night

  • All ages welcome
  • Free to play 
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    Games night

    Minotaur
    February 15, 12–5 pm

23. Family Day Brunch

  • High quality, locally sourced ingredients and everything made from scratch
  • Family friendly
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    Family Day Brunch

    Toast and Jam
    Throughout February

24. Indoor Swimming

  • Leisure swim, parent and tot swim and family swim available for drop-in
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    Indoor Swimming

    Artillery Park Aquatic Centre
    Throughout February

25. Family Storytime

  • Stories, songs and movement activities
  • Recommended for ages 6 and under
  • Drop in program – admission will be on a first come, first served basis
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    Family Storytime

    Calvin Park Branch
    February 14, 10:30 am–11 am

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