Looking ahead to the May 2025 long weekend: scheduling impacts, events and tips!

For many people, Victoria Day marks the unofficial start to summer. To help community members plan their long weekend, the City of Kingston is sharing the following scheduling impacts along with an invitation to Spring into Summer presented by Utilities Kingston!  

Scheduling impacts: 

Garbage, green bin and recycling:  There is no collection on Monday. Collection occurs the day after your regular collection day. Sign-up at  CityofKingston.ca/Collection  to receive collection reminders by phone or email – or get the FREE “Kingston Waste” app on your Apple or Android device. 

Kingston Area Recycling Centre: Closed on Monday. 

Kingston Transit: On Monday, all routes will run on a Sunday schedule. 

Kingston Access Services: Operates with limited service on Monday. Call 613-542-2512 for information. 

Administrative Offices: Closed on Monday. This includes Housing and Social Services and the Provincial Offences Court at 362 Montreal St.  

Utilities Kingston and Kingston Hydro: Closed Monday. Utilities Kingston customers experiencing a utility emergency such as a gas leak, power outage, or water main break, please call the 24-hour emergency line at 613-546-1181. Access useful links and tips to prepare for the long weekend at UtilitiesKingston.com, including information on holiday electricity pricing. 

Recreation Facilities: Closed on Monday. 

Kingston Frontenac Public Library: All branches are closed on Monday. 

Portsmouth Olympic Harbour and Confederation Basin marinas: Open.  

Kingston Grand Theatre Box Office: Closed on Monday. Tickets for shows can be purchased online 24 hours a day at  KingstonGrand.ca.  

PumpHouse Museum: Closed on Monday.    

Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning: Closed on Monday.

Celebrate the long weekend with us! 

Spring into Summer presented by Utilities Kingston: Let’s kick-start summer with a free family event at Lake Ontario Park on Saturday, May 17! Enjoy daytime activities starting at 1 p.m., evening live entertainment starting at 6 p.m. and a fireworks finale at 9:30 p.m.! See full event details.  

Backyard fires and fireworks: Kingston Fire & Rescue (KFR) reminds all residents that they must obtain a free open-air fire permit if they wish to have an open fire on their property. Residents are required to read and comply with the full list of regulations.  

KFR also encourages all residents to attend the fireworks display at Lake Ontario Park on Saturday, rather than having displays at home. This is a safer and more economical option. People who decide to set off fireworks must comply with manufacturer's instructions (found on packaging) and are asked to read and follow our safety guidelines.   

The City of Kingston wishes all residents a safe and happy long weekend!