Things to do in Kingston this weekend
A locals-first shortlist of what's worth your time in Kingston this weekend — from outdoor escapes to standout food and live music.
Top spots in Kingston
Wolfe Island Ferry
FamilyDowntown waterfront
Free 20-min ferry to the largest of the Thousand Islands.
Rideau Canal
OutdoorsKingston Mills
UNESCO canal locks — kayak in summer, skate in winter.
Thousand Islands Cruise
OutdoorsConfederation Basin
Three-hour cruise past 1,864 islands.
Bellevue House
CultureSydenham
Sir John A. Macdonald's Tuscan villa, fully restored.
Fort Henry
CulturePoint Henry
UNESCO 19th-century fort with sunset ceremony.
Princess Street
Food & DrinkDowntown
Limestone storefronts, brewpubs, patios and indie shops.
Where to eat
Atomica
$$Italian · Bagot St
Wood-fired pizza, students and professors both crowd in.
Chez Piggy
$$$Eclectic global · Princess St courtyard
Hidden 1810 stable — Kingston's beloved 40-year institution.
Olivea
$$$Italian · Market Square
Hand-rolled pasta facing the 1843 City Hall.
Pan Chancho
$$Bakery / Brunch · Princess St
Best bread in eastern Ontario, packed brunches.
Live & on stage
Kingston Buskers Rendezvous
Waterfront · Jul 10–13 · Street Performance
Kingston WritersFest
Holiday Inn Waterfront · Sep 24–28 · Literary
Limestone City Blues Festival
Downtown · Aug 28–31 · Blues
Frequently asked
- Locals' favourites right now: Fort Henry, Thousand Islands Cruise, Princess Street. The full list is curated weekly and balances outdoor, food, culture and live music picks.