Thanksgiving weekend events & activities including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports, and exhibitions. A few weekday events are also listed.
Things to do this Thanksgiving Weekend in Kingston
Friday, October 10 – Monday, October 13, 2025
50 Activities and Festivals to Experience in Ontario This Fall Season
I. Family & Kids Activities this weekend
Fort Fright
Prepare to be terrified as Fort Fright returns to Fort Henry in Kingston, transforming the 18th-century garrison and National Historic Site into one of the most spine-chilling haunted houses in North America. Details
October 3 – 5, 9 – 12, 16 – 19, 23 – 31, November 1, 2025 | 6:45 PM or 7:15 PM to 9:45 PM
Fort Henry, 1 Fort Henry Drive, Kingston
$20 – $30
Fall Fun at Fruition Berry Farm
Come pick pumpkins, enjoy wagon rides, and explore our mini maze — a 10-minute wander perfect for little ones and families. Details
Saturday and Sunday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fruition Berry Farm, 3208 Hughes Rd, Kingston
$3.75 per person (ages 4+)
Fairytale PA Day Party
Calling all dragons, princesses, knights, and fairies!Join us for a magical Fairytale PA Day Party at The Rocking Horse. Children are invited to dress as their favourite fairytale character and enjoy fun games and exciting prizes generously sponsored by Schleich! Details
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
The Rocking Horse Toys, 193 Princess Street
Free
Cranberry Harvest
Visit Cranberry Marsh and take part in an experience that is unique in Northern America!! See how 27 acres of marsh that produce around 300,000-400,000 lbs of cranberries are harvested! Details
September 20 – October 26, 2025 | 9 am to 6 pm
Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery, 1074 Cranberry Road, Bala
$20 to $60
Pumpkinferno
Get ready to feast your eyes on a magical spellbinding display of 7,000 hand-crafted glowing pumpkins. Details
Open select nights from October 3 – November 1, 2025.
Upper Canada Village, 13740 County Rd. 2, Morrisburg
$21 to $23
Fall in and Around Kingston
The former capital of Canada – Kingston, and the 1000 islands – a beautiful archipelago on Lake Ontario, are both places to see the best of fall in Ontario. These stunning waterside locations offer down-to-earth fall experiences like apple picking, corn mazes, sightseeing, hiking, and more. Details
Corn Mazes in Ontario
Get lost at world-famous corn mazes or the one nearest to you for a memorable experience with the family or your bestie. Most of these farms also have a whole bunch of other great activities so you can enjoy the entire day picking pumpkins, milking goats, cuddling bunnies and so much more! Details
Fall Activities and Getaways in Ontario
When Ontario comes alive with vibrant colors in autumn, cities and towns across the province offer a unique environment, and distinct character for visitors and locals to truly explore.
- Bucket List Ideas for Fall Activities and Getaways in Ontario
- Fall Day Trips From Toronto
- 10 Trips for Fall in Ontario
- 10 Fantastic Fall Activities in Ontario
II. Live Music / Theatre/Performing Arts
Pianomen: The Ultimate Tribute to Elton John and Billy Joel
Get ready for the ultimate concert experience – out of this world!
Together, Billy Joel and Elton John have sold over one billion records and written some of the most iconic songs in music history. Piano Men is a high-energy, full-band tribute celebrating two of the biggest musical superstars on the planet! Details
Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 7:30 PM
The Spire, 82 Sydenham Street, Kingston
$44.00 – $49.00 (plus fees)
The Music of Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit and Rings of Power – In Concert
The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit & The Rings of Power in Concert with a special guest from the films, a symphonic orchestra and the Oscar-winning music of Ed Sheeran, Howard Shore, Annie Lennox, Enya, and more great composers. Details
Saturday, October 12, 2025 | 4:00 PM
Kingston Grand Theatre, Rosen Auditorium, 218 Princess Street, Kingston
$68.71 – $115.72
The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others – A Celebration of Film Music
The symphonic world of Hans Zimmer with music from James Bond, The Lion King, The Pirates of the Caribbean, Gladiator, The Dark Knight, Inception, Interstellar, Top Gun, Dune, and more! Details
Saturday, October 12, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Kingston Grand Theatre, Rosen Auditorium, 218 Princess Street, Kingston
$68.72 – $115.72
Drive-in Movies
Spend an enjoyable time with family watching a movie under the stars.
For ideas see, Check out the Drive-In Theatres in Ontario
Various dates
III. Sports/Fitness
Kingston Frontenacs
Cheer the Frontenacs! Details
vs. Peterborough Petes on Friday, October 10, 2025 | 7:05 PM
Slush Puppie Place, 1 The Tragically Hip Way, Kingston
$21 – $26
Go Hiking or Visit Nature Areas
Parks and pathways, Provincial parks, and conservation reserves are open for people to enjoy some time with nature.
Enjoy a leisurely walk with the family at any of these locations:
- 25 Hikes to Enjoy Fall Colours in Ontario
- 25 Fabulous Scenic Lookouts to Visit in Ontario
- 25 Nature and Wilderness Adventures in Ontario
- 25 Outdoor Adventures in and around Kingston
V. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
Ontario Culture Days
Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. At the end of each September, millions of people attend thousands of participatory arts and culture events across the country. Culture Days programs invite the public to get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of arts and culture in our communities. Details
September 19 to October 12, 2025
Across Ontario
Free
Shipwreck Cruise
From the remnants of century-old steamships like the Comet, to more recent wrecks like the Wolfe Islander II, this cruise highlights the haunting beauty of submerged relics in our area, with commentary on the forces of nature, human error, and treasure hunts that have shaped the underwater sites. Details
For more 1000 Island Cruises, see Boat Cruises Ontraio
October 8 – 12, 2025
1 Brock St, Kingston
$5 – $39.50
Ghost and Mystery Trolley Tour
Take a tour through Kingston’s mysterious past on the Ghost and Mystery Trolley. This 90-min evening tour takes you off the beaten path to notable sites and notorious neighbourhoods that played a ghostly role in Kingston’s early history. Details
Until November 2, 2025
Kingston Trolley Tours, 209 Ontario St, Kingston
$43 – $48
City of Kingston Arts Walk
Explore Public Art
Discover new and existing public art as part of the City of Kingston Arts Walk, a self-guided tour across the city, accessible by walking and/or by bicycle, car, and public transportation. The Arts Walk highlights City-owned public art – permanent and temporary – developed through the City of Kingston’s Public Art Program, as well as existing public art as part of the Civic Collection. Details
Various locations in Kingston
Below! Norad’s Underground Fortresses
Dive deep into Cold War history…for there are secrets underground…
During the height of the Cold War, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) built two operations centres deep underground. These amazing facilities, located in North Bay, Ontario, and Colorado Springs, Colorado, were feats of engineering and a fascinating part of military history. “Below!” shares the history of the engineering, computer technology, and operational history of both the Canadian and American complexes. Details
Daily | 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Military Communications and Electronics Museum, 95 Craftsman Blvd, Kingston
$4.43 – $8.85 +tax
Kingston Pen Tours
Kingston Pen Tours offers a unique opportunity to explore Canada’s oldest maximum-security prison.
Step inside the walls of Canada’s oldest penitentiary and explore the living and working areas, some dating back to the 1830s. Hear the personalized accounts from former staff and learn about the history and the daily routines, including stories of escapes, riots, and everything in between.
During the Extended Tour, Discover more of the site and hear about the history of additional areas, such as the hospital, gymnasium, and school. Details
Standard Tour available until October 31, 2025
Extended Tour available until October 31, 2025
Express Tour available until October 31, 2025
Kingston Penitentiary, 560 King Street West, Kingston
Standard Tour $$30.02 – $37.28, Extended Tour $57.64 – $71.80; Express Tour $19.41 – $24.01
Experiences on the S.S. Keewatin
Built in 1907, the S.S. Keewatin is the last of her kind, and older than the Titanic. Step back in time and witness the splendor of steam passenger liner travel.
Each experience includes knowledgeable guides with microphones, and personal headsets for each passenger for an enhanced audio experience. Details
Monday to Sunday | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Marine Museum of the Great Lakes at Kingston, 55 Ontario St., Kingston
Adults: $10, Student (with valid ID) / Youth (5-16): $6 , Child (4 and under): Free
The Kingston Public Market
Come and enjoy the local products our farmers and artisans have to offer!
Every week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays behind Kingston, Ontario’s historical limestone City Hall, local vendors proudly set up their market stands. Farmers and growers display a variety of products that have been tended to with love and care throughout the season. Artisans and crafters showcase their original pieces that are truly one of a kind! Details
Sunday, October 12, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Springer Market Square, Kingston
Free
Memorial Centre Farmers Market
The Memorial Centre Farmers’ market began in 2012 as a collaboration between local farmers and the Williamsville Neighbourhood Association to increase access to local food and bring new life to the Kingston Memorial Centre grounds. Details
Sunday | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Kingston Memorial Centre, 303 York Street, Kingston
Free
Rediscover Kingston and Area
There are a number of ways to get to know your city.
- 25 Outdoor Adventures in and around Kingston
- 25 Things to Do During Fall in and Around Kingston
- Road Trip From Ottawa to Kingston: Drive the Rideau Canal National Historic Site
- Getaway to Kingston and 1000 Islands, Ontario – 3 Day Trip Itinerary
VI. Thanksgiving Dinner/Events
Thanksgiving Turkey Take-Out/Dine-In
- AquaTerra Kingston on October 11 – 12; Order by October 8
- Farm Boy on October 10 – 12
- Pan Chancho Bakery on October 10 – 12
- Renaissance on October 10 – 12
- Open Table listing
We do try to make the listings as accurate as possible, but there may be typographical/oversight errors or events may be cancelled or postponed without any notice. Verify all details from concerned event Websites/officials.