Program & Event Participation for Members

As a member of the Downtown Kingston BIA, you have exclusive access to participate in a variety of exciting events organized within the downtown core. Our event sign-up forms for businesses ensure your involvement in the events that resonate with your brand. Stay tuned for event announcements in the Member Bulletin to make the most of these opportunities.

By participating in Downtown Kingston BIA events, you can:

  • Strengthen community ties

  • Boost your business's visibility

  • Attract new customers

  • Create lasting memories for event attendees

Keep an eye on the Member Bulletin for future event announcements and registration details. For any questions or assistance, contact our events department at events@downtownkingston.ca or call 613-542-8677.

Join us in fostering a vibrant and engaging downtown Kingston community through our diverse range of events tailored for businesses like yours.

Events and programs that you can look forward to participating in:

  • Find out more about The Tourism Kingston Prepaid Visa Card. Learn how to activate cards and how to spend the funds.

  • Closed for 2024. Extended patios typically run beginning of May to the end of October.  For more information click here.

  • Movies in the Square is one of our most beloved events and runs every Thursday all summer long!

  • Local chefs demonstrate and prepare a dish of their choosing using locally sourced ingredients

  • Now known as one of the preeminent festivals of its kind in Canada, audiences can expect to see a phenomenal roster of global talent on multiple pitches on the streets and street corners all over downtown.

  • Princess St Promenades are very popular one-day events that happen 2-4 times in the summer months, promoting supporting local, active living and community involvement in the downtown. 

  • This beloved event offers art enthusiasts the opportunity to tour downtown galleries and art-loving businesses, enjoy great conversation and see beautiful, compelling pieces.

  • We seek out restaurants who are interested in adding themed menu items to their offerings during the same period as Pumpkinferno, so that we can promote our downtown restaurants while promoting the popular event.