25 things to do in Kingston this June

There’s no better place to be in the summer than Kingston. The city comes alive with patios, live music, sport events, Pride celebrations, festivals and waterfront activities. 

TOP EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES IN KINGSTON THIS JUNE

Catch downtown events like Canada Celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026™ in Springer Market Square and the OHL Priority Selection at Slush Puppie Place. Pride Week brings a full lineup of events, performances and community moments across Kingston.

Outdoor festivals take over the season, while the Princess Street Promenade transforms downtown into a pedestrian-friendly space lined with patios, shops and entertainment.

Get out on the water with a 1000 Islands Cruise, or explore by land with a guided bike tour or trolley ride. Historic sites like Fort Henry and Murney Tower Museum are open for the season and ready to explore.

Plan a day (or a full weekend) around local flavour at YGK Craft Beer Fest, or dive deeper with Kingston Food Tours. From live performances at The Isabel to hands-on programming at the Tett Centre and family fun at local museums, there’s no shortage of ways to spend your time.

Do you have an event you’d like featured on our monthly list? Add it to our Kingston events calendar for consideration! 

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1. Canada Celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026™

• Live FIFA World Cup™ match screening  

• Pop-up football pitch with interactive games  

• Food and beverage experiences  

• Free to attend

2. Skeleton Park Arts Festival

• Local food vendors, live music, fine art exhibitions

• Family-oriented programming

• Free to attend

3. OHL Priority Selection

• See future hockey stars get drafted live in-person
• Family fun and street activations
• Book tickets here

4. Princess Street Promenade

• Vibrant, walkable celebration in downtown Kingston
• 100+ local businesses and community groups
• Explore unique shopping, live music, games, activities, and more
• Free to attend

5. Pride Week

• Fan favourite programming such as Drag in the Park and Pride Parade
• Social gatherings, dances, sporting events, educational workshops, speaker events, film showings, theatrical performances, art exhibitions and more.
• See the full schedule here

6. Murney Tower Museum

• Explore one of Kingston’s most unique heritage attractions
• Updated exhibits and new surprises for the season

7. Celebra10ion!

• 10-year anniversary recital for the Arabesque Academy of Dance
• Book tickets online

8. Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

• Discover Kingston with flexible stops, engaging live commentary, and easy access to museums, landmarks, and cultural sites across downtown
• Stay on board for the full 75-min guided tour, or hop off along the route to explore
• For easy admission into each attraction, upgrade to an all-inclusive K-Pass

9. YGK Craft Beer Fest

• A waterfront festival at Fort Henry featuring craft beer, cider, food vendors, live music, and local makers
• Book tickets online

10. Rainbow Pride Roller Disco

• A vibrant, family-friendly skate event celebrating queer joy with music, community, and inclusive fun
• Book tickets online

11. Shipwreck cruise 

• 90-minute live-guided experience showcases Kingston’s historic waterfront and local scenery along with captivating storytelling, artifacts, and exclusive wreck-diving footage
•  A portion of proceeds supports the Great Lakes Museum
• Book tickets online

12. Kids Creativity Club

• Drop in art making program catered towards families with children aged 10 and under
• Donate online, or drop in during the program hours

13. Euchre Tuesday

• Arrive as a team of 2 at or before 7 pm and play 4 games of euchre
• The winning team walks away with a $50 gift card
• Free to attend

14. Kingston by bike tours

• 1, 2 or 3 hour tours
• Discover campuses, parks, the lakeshore trail, harbours, prisons and other significant landmarks
• Book tours online

15. Schmaltz & Pepper

• A dazzling chamber ensemble blending klezmer, Yiddish swing, jazz, and classical music with virtuosic flair and plenty of heart
• Book tickets online

16. Neptune & Salacia diving

• Guided scuba excursions and charters to explore shipwrecks and freshwater sites in Lake Ontario
• Learn or level up your skills with a full-service PADI dive centre, with courses, rentals, and trips for beginners through advanced divers

17. Alex Mundy & Friday's Child

• Unique, story-driven concert, blending Americana, folk, and modern roots music into one seamless, collaborative performance
• Book tickets online

18. Fort Henry National Historic Site

• Step inside a 19th‑century British military fortress, built in the 1830s
• Guided tours, military demonstrations, music, and sweeping waterfront views that bring Kingston’s past to life
• Book tickets online

19. Sunday Fun Day at the Museum

• Hands‑on activities, crafts, and games designed for all ages
• Admission: Adults (18+): $11- Seniors (65+): $6- Youth (5-17): $6- Kids (4 and under): Free

20. National Indigenous Peoples Day

• Experience a full afternoon of music, dance, and family-friendly activities, including Indigenous performers, cultural sharing, vendors, and a kids’ zone, all centred on connection, learning, and celebration
• Free to attend

21. Museum of Health Care

• Home to one of the country’s largest collections of health care artifacts
• Family-friendly experiences, including guided tours, interactive exhibits, and a children’s activities that bring health history to life

22. Nature Programs for Seniors - Marsh Dipping

• A moment for seniors to Reconnect with nature through this hands-on marsh experience and enjoy birds, plants, and the surrounding wetland ecosystem

23. Kingston Food Tours

• Taste your way through downtown Kingston on a guided walking tour
• Curated stops at local restaurants, shops, and producers that showcase the city’s vibrant food scene and local ingredients
• Book tickets online

24. Outdoor adventures

• Turn downtown Kingston into a puzzle-filled playground, following clues and completing challenges as you move through city streets and waterfront areas in immersive, story-driven outdoor escape adventures
• These experiences are self-guide - expect to be walking around outdoors for 65-90 minutes
• Learn more and book

25. Artfest Kingston

• 3 day event from 10 am to 5 pm, celebrating creativity and bringing together a vibrant community
• Over 165 talented artists showcasing their work

• A poetry tent, kids art tent, yoga sessions, astrology and tarot card readings, face painting, food trucks, coffee vendors and more

Events just in

• Drag in the Park | Confederation Park | June 9, 7–9 pm

• BEES! Exhibit | PumpHouse Museum | Tues.–Sat. 10 am to 5 pm

• Celeigh Cardinal | Hotel Wolfe Island | June 20, 8:30–10 pm