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25 Things To Do in Kingston this November

By Visit Kingston

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With winter approaching, Kingston has much to offer. From holiday markets and craft sales to live music and musicals, Kingston in November boasts a variety of things to do.

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1. It's a Good Life if You Don't Weaken

  • A new musical with songs by The Tragically Hip
  • Many local hotels and Inns are offering deals when you book show tickets AND stay a night in Kingston, check out our packages page to learn more.
  • Book tickets 
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    It's a Good Life if You Don't Weaken

    Kingston Grand Theatre
    Nov. 1–8

2. Military Communications and Electronics Museum

  • Explore the history of military communications through interactive exhibits
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    Military Communications and Electronics Museum

    95 Craftsman Blvd
    Mon–Fri

3. Kingston Christmas Harbour Show

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    Kingston Christmas Harbour Show

    Portsmouth Olympic Harbour
    Nov. 21, 9 am–4 pm

4. Holiday Market

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    Holiday Market

    MacKinnon Brothers Brewing
    Nov. 20–22, 27–29

5. Nighttime Santa Claus Parade

  • Family-friendly event
  • Festive floats and lights through downtown Kingston
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    Nighttime Santa Claus Parade

    Downtown Kingston
    Nov. 21, 5–9 pm

6. All Things Christmas: Gifts and Art Sale

  • Handmade gifts and artwork from local artists
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    All Things Christmas: Gifts and Art Sale

    Kingston Symphony Warehouse
    Nov 27–29

7. Fat Goose Craft Fair

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    Fat Goose Craft Fair

    Grant Hall
    Nov. 28, 10 am–4 pm

8. The Nutcracker

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    The Nutcracker

    Kingston Grand Theatre
    Nov. 25-26, 6:30 pm

9. Matthew Good and His Band

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    Matthew Good and His Band

    Kingston Grand Theatre
    Nov. 12, 7:30 pm

10. Kingston Frontenacs Games

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    Kingston Frontenacs Games

    Slush Puppie Place
    Nov. 1, 6, 8, 13, 18, 20, 22, 27

11. Cinderella

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    Cinderella

    Domino Theatre
    Nov. 26–Dec. 12

12. Metal Rocks Show and Sale

  • Stunning handcrafted jewellery, dazzling gemstones, and one-of-a-kind gift items made by the talented artists of the Kingston Lapidary & Mineral Club.
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    Metal Rocks Show and Sale

    Tett Centre
    Nov. 19–26

13. Kingston Holiday Market

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    Kingston Holiday Market

    Tett Centre
    Nov. 29–30

14. Judgement of Kingston

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    Judgement of Kingston

    Residence Inn by Marriott
    Nov. 7, 3–6 pm

15. Mia Kelly

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    Mia Kelly

    Broom Factory
    Nov. 6, 7 pm

16. Castagnata Christmas Market

  • Holiday market with Italian treats and vendors
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    Castagnata Christmas Market

    Italo-Canadian Club of Kingston
    Nov. 22, 11 am – 3 pm

17. Kingston Handloom Weavers and Spinners Annual Sale

  • Handwoven and handspun goods from local artisans
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    Kingston Handloom Weavers and Spinners Annual Sale

    Tett Centre Rehearsal Hall
    Nov. 5–8

18. Dear Evan Hansen

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    Dear Evan Hansen

    Le Sésame Theatre
    Nov. 19-22, 25-29

19. Drag Bingo

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    Drag Bingo

    Daft Brewing
    Nov. 12, 7:30 pm

20. Hockey Helps the Homeless

  • Charity hockey tournament
  • Supports local organizations helping those experiencing homelessness
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    Hockey Helps the Homeless

    INVISTA Centre
    Nov. 13

21. Festive Friday

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    Festive Friday

    Downtown Kingston
    Nov. 13, 5–8 pm

22. VISA STORIES ON THE WALL: A Poetry Exhibition by Paul Akpomuje

  • Poetry exhibition exploring stories of migration, belonging, identity, and resistance
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    VISA STORIES ON THE WALL: A Poetry Exhibition by Paul Akpomuje

    Queen's University Faculty of Education
    Nov. 17–20, various times

23. Holiday Shopping Passport

  • Shop local and collect stamps for a chance to win prizes
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    Holiday Shopping Passport

    Downtown Kingston
    Daily, Nov. 13–Dec. 24

24. Experiences on the S.S. Keewatin

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    Experiences on the S.S. Keewatin

    Great Lakes Museum
    Until Nov. 15

25. The Mourning Doves

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    The Mourning Doves

    Musiikki Café & Whiskey Bar
    Nov. 2, 8 pm

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