Music, food, fireworks and fun – the City of Kingston invites you to a spectacular Canada Day celebration!

On Tuesday, July 1, gather downtown in Confederation Park and Springer Market Square to celebrate Canada Day with the City of Kingston.  

This year’s free and family-friendly celebration features the Kids Zone sponsored by Canada Royal Milk, live music, food trucks, and will end with a fireworks show above Lake Ontario sponsored by The Island Queen. 

Other attractions throughout the day include cultural activities, performances, face painting, vendors and more. Additionally, Kingston Public Market vendors will be set up in Springer Market Square all day.  

“Canada Day is a fantastic opportunity for our community to come together, reflect on our shared values, and showcase the vibrant spirit that makes our city and our country so special,” said Megan Sirett, Manager of Events & Programs at the City of Kingston. “Whether you're a Kingston resident or visiting for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the city’s vibrant culture, connect with your community and make unforgettable memories. Special thanks to our sponsors The Island Queen and Canada Royal Milk for their wonderful support of this year’s event.”  

Event Location: Confederation Park & Springer Market Square, 216 Ontario St. 

Date: Tuesday, July 1 

Time: Noon to 10 p.m.  

Event Schedule 

11:30 a.m. –  The Great Canadian Stroll and Roll (presented by Downtown Kingston BIA) starting at Princess St. and Barrie St. to City Hall. 

12 p.m. – Special performance by the National Band of the Naval Reserve and the Voices Rock Medicine Choir (Kingston Chapter) on the steps of City Hall. 

12:30 p.m. – Opening Remarks including a Welcome by Mayor Bryan Paterson, followed by a Canada Day cake cutting, and a Land Welcome and Prayer by Grandmother Kathy Brant.

1– 6 p.m., Confederation Park – Live music (presented by Downtown Kingston BIA), food trucks, vendor market, and the Kids Zone sponsored by Canada Royal Milk including inflatables, face painting, and magic shows with Rob Driscoll. 

12 – 10 p.m., Springer Market Square – Beer Garden hosted by The Caesar Company. 

6 – 10 p.m., Springer Market Square – Live DJ dance party featuring local artists with headliner, Skratch Bastid.  

10 p.m. – Cap off the evening in Confederation Park with a dazzling Fireworks Grand Finale, sponsored by the Island Queen, who is proudly celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The fireworks will light up the Kingston waterfront in a breathtaking display you won’t want to miss. 

Check out more event details on the City of Kingston’s Canada Day event page.  

Funding provided by the Government of Ontario.