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Explore Kingston this June for Recreation and Parks Month

May 29, 2024

The City of Kingston is joining municipalities across Ontario in celebrating June is Recreation and Parks Month, a movement that promotes the benefits of being active and recognizing the contributions that recreation and parks make to quality of life.

An aquafit instructor in a black uniform teaching an aquafit class at Artillery Park

“As we head into summer, we’re highlighting Kingston’s many outstanding parks and programs that encourage residents to make recreation and being outside a part of their warm-weather lifestyle,” said Tony Gargaro, manager of Recreation and Leisure Services, City of Kingston. “There are ample opportunities to explore and enjoy all that Kingston has to offer, from leisure programs to special events to biking trails and everything in between.”


Check out these events and programs happening in Kingston this June: 
 

  • June 8: Culligan Water Park opens for the 2024 season 
  • Kingston Public Market: open every Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday at Springer Market Square 
  • Memorial Centre Farmers Market: every Sunday at the Memorial Centre 
  • June 21: International Indigenous People’s Day 
  • June 21–23: Skeleton Park Arts Festival 
  • June 22: K-Town Kids Triathlon 
  • June 27: Movies in the Square 
  • Drop-in badminton, pickleball and tennis: register online to reserve a roster spot! 
  • Drop-in sports, aquatics or fitness programs at any of our City recreational facilities 
  • The SEOPRA Mayor’s Disc Golf Challenge – more details to come! 


Did you know that Kingston boasts over 200 parks and green spaces? Stroll, roll, bike or splash your way through the City at any of our outdoor parks, playgrounds and splashpads. View a map of park locations at www.CityofKingston.ca/Parks.  


About June is Recreation and Parks Month 
 

June is Recreation and Parks Month is an initiative of Parks and Recreation Ontario (PRO). PRO is a non-profit association of leaders in recreation and parks that advances the health, social, and environmental benefits of quality recreation and parks. For more information on PRO, please visit www.prontario.org