Looking for some free and fun things to do this February in Kingston? Check out these events happening around the city to help stay connected and beat the winter blues.
- 'The Bear In Me' Light & Sound Show | February 1 – 17 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm | Springer Market Square
Cree artists Dakota Ward and Jaylene Cardinal bring downtown Kingston to life with The Bear In Me, a light and sound stroy projected onto the historic limestone buildings. Told in English, French, Cree, and Ojibwe, this immersive experience repeats every 15 minutes.
- Froid’ Art Exhibit | January 25 – February 25 (weather permitting) | Various Locations Downtown Kingston: Visitor Information Centre, Rochleau Court (Brock Street by Black Dog back patio), Martello Alley
Now in its 10th year, this outdoor art exhibit features local artists’ work frozen inside large, illuminated ice blocks.
- Make Your Own Valentine or Palentine | February 7 | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Art Noise
- Make Your Own Valentine or Palentine | February 8 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Art Noise
Get creative and make a handmade valentine or palentine to show someone you care.
- Make Your Own Lunar New Year Mask & Bracelets | February 8 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | Minotaur
Get ready for the Lion Dance at Minotaur with these hands-on activities. - Create Your Own Chinese Paper Cutting | February 8 | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm | Minotaur
Explore the traditional folk art of jianzhi, or Chinese paper cutting while enjoying tea and snacks provided by The Classics Tea Lounge. - Chinese Calligraphy & Red Envelope Craft | February 8 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Martello Alley
Join two international students from Queen’s University as they lead a workshop in traditional Chinese calligraphy. - Lion Dance | February 8 | 4:00 pm | Sydenham Street
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with a traditional Lion Dance performance presented by a local karate club. This is a must-see!
- Free Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides | February 14 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Pick-up in front of BMO on King Street
Bundle up and enjoy a scenic ride through downtown Kingston.
- Make Your Own S’mores | February 17 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Springer Market Square
- Toasting Marshmallows | February 17 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Springer Market Square
If you’ve never tried a s’mores, now is the perfect time! For those with dietary restrictions, pick up a bag of vegan marshmallows (Dandies) at Tara Natural Foods.
Recurring Events
- Game Nights | Sundays 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm & Thursdays 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Minotaur
Minotaur’s twice-weekly game nights are a great way to meet new people and have fun. If you’re coming solo, arrive early to get paired with a group. - Craft Nights | Wednesdays 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Minotaur
Bring your project and connect with other makers at Minotaur’s craft night. Share skills, collaborate, and create. - Tett Tuesdays | Every second Tuesday of the month | The Tett Centre
The Tett Centre’s open art night is perfect for artists looking to create community and share skills. BYOA (Bring your own art project to work on). - Skating in the Square | Ongoing | Springer Market Square
One of Kingston’s best winter activities! Pro-tip, before heading out, check the live webcam to see if the ice is open. Skate rentals are available.
From Chinese New Year celebrations and Valentine's Day crafts to Indigenous storytelling over s’mores and horse drawn wagon rides, there are so many free events to explore in Kingston this February!