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Get a taste of Kingston: local food and drink experiences

Get a taste of Kingston: local food and drink experiences

From discovering new flavours at upcoming festivals to enjoying local dishes on a guided tour, Kingston’s food scene …

Check out these locally made, roasted, brewed, and blended beverages from small businesses in and around Kingston.
Discover local beverages in Kingston
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Order signature non-alcoholic beverages at these downtown Kingston businesses during Mocktail May for a chance to win a $500 gift card.
Mocktail May launches in downtown Kingston
Sofia Tosello
Art in Kingston: Martello Alley
Pottery. Prints. Art galleries. Local makers. Discover local art in Kingston.
Emily Carlson
Celtic, folk, country, and blues. Jazz, hip hop, electronic, and classical. If you’re a music fan, HomeGrown Live has just the show for you on May 3.
HomeGrown Live Music Festival 2025
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After a successful career in athletics and education, Kingston cheerleading coach Sandy Han dedicates herself to championing young athletes.
Sandy Han: a champion for cheerleading
Ian MacAlpine
Can't-miss locally sourced food in Kingston
Can’t-miss locally sourced food in Kingston
Peter Sanfilippo
May marks the return of iconic Canadian attractions in Kingston. Explore Fort Henry, cruise the 1000 Islands, or visit a Titanic-era steamliner.
25 things to do in Kingston this May
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When the chill of winter sets in, find warmth in the Limestone City. Discover elegant inns and chic hotels, soothing spas, saunas, and food & drink to feed your soul.  
Rest, relax & retreat in Kingston
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From groceries to gardening, soap to renovation supplies, and everything in between, find a local outlet for your essentials in Kingston.
Get your household essentials at these Kingston stores
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Victor Mendes
Athletes of Kingston: Victor Mendes and his Kingston soccer legacy
Ian MacAlpine
1000 Islands Cruises
25 things to do in Kingston this April
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Maple Madness returns to Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area this March to celebrate a distinctly Canadian tradition, maple syrup!
Tradition. History. Pancakes. Maple Madness returns this March
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March Break in Kingston
13 things to do during March Break 2025
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Museum of Health Care and Miller Museum of Geology
March of the Museums offers free activities during March Break
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