Enjoy live music, activities for all ages, fireworks and more at the City’s Spring into Summer event presented by Utilities Kingston
Celebrate the sun's rays and warmer days at the much-anticipated Spring into Summer special event presented by Utilities Kingston! The free event takes place at Lake Ontario Park on Saturday, May 17 from 1 to 10 p.m., rain or shine.
"This signature annual event is a celebration for the whole community and a perfect way to kick off summer and create lasting memories. We’ve expanded programming this year to feature more music programming, local bands and activities, to make sure that there’s something for everyone,” says Jon Hayter, Supervisor of Special Events, Arts & Culture Services, City of Kingston. “Spring into Summer is the first City special event of the year, with many more to come.”
Event Highlights:
- Fun for the whole family: From the Lake Ontario Park splash pad to a kids zone with inflatables, face painting, and performances by roving entertainers, guaranteed smiles and laughter await!
- Vendor market, food trucks and beer garden: Goods, food and beverages for purchase from local vendors.
- Concert in the park: Enjoy a free show starting at 6 p.m. featuring local band The Wilderness and special guests The Sugar Pills, KaKaow + Dupel, and Tyffanie Morgan. Tyffanie Morgan is a 2024 City of Kingston Mayor’s Arts Awards recipient.
- Fireworks Finale: End the evening on a high note with a spectacular fireworks display over Lake Ontario starting at 9:30 p.m. It’s the perfect way to close out this memorable day!
For more information and event details, including information in public transit and parking, visit CityofKingston.ca/FeatureEvents.
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