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25 things to do in Kingston this September

By Visit Kingston

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September in Kingston is always filled with exciting events, including vibrant concerts, local tours, museum and farm experiences, and festivals.

1. ALWAYS ABBA

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    ALWAYS ABBA

    Kingston Grand Theatre
    September 5, 7:30 pm

2. Ghost and Mystery Cruise

  • Sail through Kingston's waters and listen to stories of death, murder, and mystery
  • 90-minute cruise
  • Book tickets online
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    Ghost and Mystery Cruise

    Departs from Crawford Wharf
    September 4, 18

3. Bellevue House

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    Bellevue House

    35 Centre Street
    Daily

4. Kingston bike tours

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    Kingston bike tours

    Ahoy Rentals
    Daily

5. Art After Dark

  • Discover the creations of local artists, and tour local galleries.
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    Art After Dark

    Various locations
    September 26, 7–10 pm

6. Apple picking

  • Pick your own apples at a scenic orchard
  • Open daily 10 am–5 pm
  • Learn more
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    Apple picking

    Waddell Apples
    Daily

7. PumpHouse Museum

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    PumpHouse Museum

    23 Ontario Street
    Tues.–Sat., 10 am–5 pm

8. The music of Van Morrison

  • Experience "It's Too Late to Stop Now" performed live by a group lead by Matt Weidinger, featuring Van Morrison's extensive catalog. Learn more.
  • Book tickets online
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    The music of Van Morrison

    The Spire
    September 20, 7:30 pm

9. Tom Wilson art installation

  • Exhibition runs from September 11 to 30.
  • FREE Artist Talk: Thursday, September 18, 3 pm. Register to attend.
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    Tom Wilson art installation

    Isabel Bader Centre
    September 11–30

10. Kingston Ribfest & Craft Beer Show

  • Free admission
  • Variety of foods, breweries, kid-friendly fun, and live entertainment
  • Learn more
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    Kingston Ribfest & Craft Beer Show

    Memorial Centre
    Sept 5, 4–9pm, Sept 6, 12–9pm, Sept 7, 12–6pm

11. Kingston Ghost Tours

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    Kingston Ghost Tours

    Multiple Locations
    Daily

12. Fort Henry 

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    Fort Henry

    Fort Henry
    Wed.–Sun., 10 am–4:30 pm

13. Kingston Fall Fair

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    Kingston Fall Fair

    Memorial Centre
    September 11–14

14. Kingston Pen Tours

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    Kingston Pen Tours

    Kingston Penitentiary
    Daily

15. Creative Kingston Walking Tours

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    Creative Kingston Walking Tours

    Various locations
    Available 24/7

16. Kingston WritersFest

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    Kingston WritersFest

    Kingston Marriott
    September 18–21

17. Montreal St. vintage market

  • Handmade, vintage, thrift market
  • 20+ local vendors
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    Montreal St. vintage market

    Montreal Street
    September 13, 28

18. Art exhibition/Turtles Kingston fundraiser

  • Pond's Edge exhibition showcasing a collection of local artists and their turtle inspired art
  • 10 am–12 pm: drop-in gallery viewing. Entry by donation.
  • 12:30–3 pm: ticketed event. Book tickets online.
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    Art exhibition/Turtles Kingston fundraiser

    Tett Centre
    September 27, 10 am–3 pm

19. Princess Street Promenade

  • Live music, shopping & fun games
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    Princess Street Promenade

    Princess Street
    September 13, 10 am–5 pm

20. Poutine Feast

  • Live music, food & fun games
  • Free admission
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    Poutine Feast

    Memorial Centre
    September 18–21

21. 50th anniversary celebration

  • Celebrate 50 years at the Great Lakes Museum
  • Exclusive tours, family-friendly activities, food, & live music
  • Free admission
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    50th anniversary celebration

    Great Lakes Museum
    September 7, 11 am–3 pm

22. Open Farms

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    Open Farms

    Various locations
    September 5–7

23. Kingston Trolley Tours

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    Kingston Trolley Tours

    Visitor Information Centre
    Daily

24. Trivia at the Museum of Health Care

  • Test your knowledge and win prizes
  • $10 per person
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    Trivia at the Museum of Health Care

    Museum of Health Care
    September 18, 7–9 pm

25. Mission: Afghanistan exhibit

  • Learn about the Canadian Armed Forces' involvement in Adghanistan from 2001 to 2014.
  • Available from September 9 to November 11
  • Book tickets online
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    Mission: Afghanistan exhibit

    Military Communication and Electronics Museum
    Daily, starting September 9

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