Join us Wednesday evenings this summer!
This year, there will be 6 Sunset Ceremonies taking place!
Tickets now on sale! Experience the power and precision of the Fort Henry Guard as they take command of the Parade Square in a breathtaking display of military excellence. From disciplined marching and rifle drills to live drumming, this unforgettable evening is a celebration of heritage, honour, and spectacle.
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Admissions
Premium Balcony Seating
Enjoy elevated seating for the best view of the show, complete with your own reserved high-back chair and armrests in a private balcony space.
$50 + HST for ages 5 and up.
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General Admission
Bleacher or ground-level seating. First come, first served—arrive early!
FREE for kids 0–4. Up to $20 + HST
Military Discount: 20% off
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All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Advance purchase strongly recommended.
Event Details
- Dates:
- Wednesday, July 29, 2026
- Wednesday, August 5, 2026
- Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Wednesday, August 19, 2026
- Wednesday, August 26, 2026
- Wednesday, September 2, 2026
- Doors Open: 6:00 PM. Guests are welcome to explore museum rooms prior to the show.
- Show Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM (approximately)
- Upgrade your ticket! Add daily programming on for $10 (for same day attendance only).
- Location: Fort Henry, Kingston, Ontario
- This is an outdoor event – rain or shine.
- Note: Please be advised loud noises, cannon fire and fireworks are included in this show. Guests are strongly encouraged to bring earplugs or hearing protection.
Food, Refreshments & Shopping
- Mrs. Henry’s Treat Shop: Open during Daily Programming, until show starts (10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.). Closed during the performances, and will re-open after the ceremony ends.
- Offerings: Homemade fudge & fresh squeezed lemonade, cold drinks, snacks, treats, gifts & souvenirs.
- Commissariat Store: Open during Daily Programming, during the show, and after show completion (10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. – end of show).
- Offerings: Alcoholic (until the end of intermission) & non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, treats, gifts & souvenirs.
- Lower Fort Canteen: Open 6:00 p.m. – end of intermission.
- Offerings: alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, treats.
- Trade Square Vendor: Metal & Mud will be open 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Accessibility
- Balcony and ramparts are only accessible by staircase.
- Outdoor chairs are permitted for accessibility needs only – please contact us in advance.
- Accessible parking and washrooms available.
- Service animals permitted – no pets.
- Wheelchairs available (first come, first served)
- Shuttle service for guests with accessibility needs:
- Note: Shuttle is not equipped with ramps/lifts
- Bleacher Seating: Designated spaces are reserved in the front row of the Parade Square level bleachers for accessible seating (no stair/step climbing required). Accessible seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- Accessible Seating Spaces: Space is reserved next to the front rows of the Parade Square bleachers for those who require to be seated in a mobility aid, such as mobile scooters or wheelchairs. Spaces are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
| Dates & Times |
| July 29, 2026 7:00 pm - July 29, 2026 8:30 pm |
| August 5, 2026 7:00 pm - August 5, 2026 8:30 pm |
| August 12, 2026 7:00 pm - August 12, 2026 8:30 pm |
| August 19, 2026 7:00 pm - August 19, 2026 8:30 pm |
| August 26, 2026 7:00 pm - August 26, 2026 8:30 pm |
| September 2, 2026 7:00 pm - September 2, 2026 8:30 pm |
| Admissions |
| General Admission |
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| Senior (65+ years) |
$18 |
| Adult (18-64 years) |
$20 |
| Student (13-17 years) |
$16 |
| Youth (5-12 years) |
$14 |
| Child (0-4 years) |
Free |
| Military Admission |
I.D. required |
| Senior (65+ years) |
$14.40 |
| Adult (18-64 years) |
$16 |
| Student Dependent (13-17 years) |
$12.80 |
| Youth Dependent (5-12 years) |
$11.20 |
| Premium Balcony Seating |
|
| Ages 5+ |
$50 |
| Lap seating only for ages 0-4 |
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| Daily Programming Upgrade |
Available online or onsite |
| All ticket types - for same day visits |
$10 |