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15 Feb

Cannonball Crush Races Through More of Fort Henry Than Ever Before!

Early-bird registration for Cannonball Crush opens February 15, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. The St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC) is excited to welcome Cannonball Crush back to Fort Henry on Saturday, June 10, 2023. This year, Cannonball Crush racers will experience more of the race’s historic backdrop with five new obstacles and a revamped course that runs through more of the Fort than ever before. Cannonball Crush is an exciting and limit-testing 5 km race with more than 15 formidable obstacles which take strength, determination, and team spirit to overcome. Only…

06 Sep

Pumpkinferno Returns to Kingston for 2022

Pumpkinferno at Fort Henry, Kingston runs nightly from Friday, September 30 until Monday, October 31 Kingston, ON — After a successful debut last year, Fort Henry is excited to announce the return of the award-winning, family-friendly Pumpkinferno event to Kingston for its second annual season beginning September 30, 2022. When the sun goes down, the regimentation of daily 19th century military life fades away and Fort Henry National Historic Site is transformed into an enchanted wonderland of brilliant pumpkin sculptures ablaze inside the limestone walls under the night sky. This…

18 Aug

Fort Henry Massed Bands at Tattoo event.

Fort Henry Ready to Strike Up the Band

Tattoo Returns This Saturday, August 20, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Fort Henry’s annual Tattoo performance returns this Saturday, August 20, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Only a limited number of tickets are still available. Where military and musical discipline intersect, the show is a precise depiction of the tattoo tradition inside the iconic limestone walls of Fort Henry National Historic Site. Brass, drums, pipes and fife played by leaders in military music from across Ontario, will fill the Fort’s Parade Square, complete with a massed band ensemble and firework grand finale….

28 Jul

Sunset Ceremonies Return to Fort Henry for Limited Run

Ticket sales open July 28 for two performances of the popular military precision demonstration on August 24 and 31, 2022 Sunset Ceremonies are making their return to Fort Henry with a limited run for the 2022 season, with two Wednesday shows scheduled: August 24 and 31. Rich with pageantry and performance and set against an awe-inspiring sunset, Fort Henry’s Sunset Ceremonies have become a must-see for both Kingston residents and visitors. Tickets for both shows are on sale as of July 28, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. Sunset Ceremonies are an…

20 Jul

8 Wing Pipes and Drums Military Band Performing at Fort Henry.

Additional Performers Added to Fort Henry Tattoo

Bands from Trenton and Windsor join annual military music showcase line-up on Saturday, August 20, 2022 Fort Henry has announced additional bands to the line-up for its Tattoo performance when it returns on Saturday, August 20, 2022. The Windsor Regiment Band from Windsor and 8 Wings Pipes and Drums from Trenton joining the previously announced line-up: Fort Henry Guard, host performers Rob Roy Pipe Band & Highland Dancers (Kingston) Princess of Wales Own Regiment Foundation Pipes & Drums (Kingston) Royal Hamilton Light Infantry Band (Hamilton) 2 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group…

15 Jun

Military band in black uniform performing

Tattoo Returns to Fort Henry Saturday, August 20, 2022

Ticket sales open June 16 for the annual military music showcase at Fort Henry National Historic Site Where military and musical discipline intersect, Tattoo at Fort Henry encompasses an array of impressive military music and pageantry, showcasing the heart-pounding musical performances and precision military demonstrations that are at the core of the Fort Henry experience. The annual event, returning on Saturday, August 20, 2022, sees Fort Henry hosting leaders in military music from across Ontario. Tickets are on sale as of Thursday, June 16, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Guests will…

08 Jun

Colourful blanket with beer filled mug and personal belongings

YGK Craft Beer Fest Now Featuring 20+ Breweries

Fort Henry showcases Southern Ontario Beers at YGK Craft Beer Fest, Saturday, June 11, 2022 This Saturday, June 11, Fort Henry is hosting more than 20 favourite or soon-to-be favourite Ontario craft breweries showcasing their best brews of Summer 2022 at YGK Craft Beer Fest. Breweries are from all over Southern Ontario, from London to Picton, up to Creemore and Ottawa. Guests can purchase sampling tokens for $2.50 (taxes included). Coloured wristbands will be used to indicate guests who are 19+. In addition to craft breweries, the event will feature…

04 May

YGK Craft Beer Fest Bands Announced

Fort Henry releases band line-up for the YGK Craft Beer Festival, Saturday June 11, 2022 YGK Craft Beer Fest headliners, The Wilderness, Live at Rock the River. Fort Henry is bringing some well-known Kingston and Ontario-based bands to the Canadian Tire stage at its YGK Craft Beer Fest when the festival returns on Saturday, June 11, 2022. Bands begin at 12:00pm and play all day. Indie-rock band The Wilderness, beloved by Kingston locals, wraps up the night with their headlining set kicking off at 6:30pm. Bands include: Julia Finnegan (12pm)*…

28 Apr

Two girls in black dressing holding white branded cups

YGK Craft Beer Fest Beers Announced

Fort Henry releases confirmed beer vendors for YGK Craft Beer Fest, Saturday, June 11, 2022! Photo by @rach_marie12 via Instagram Highlighting the best local breweries in the Kingston area and across Ontario, Fort Henry is bringing a super sudsy line-up of favourite brews to the hill this summer. Black Lab Brewing Creemore Springs Daft Brewing* Fine Balance Brewing Company Hard Way Cider Co.* Harrowsmith Brewing Co.* Hop Valley Brewing Karbon Brewing Co. MacKinnon Brothers Brewing Co.* Riverhead Brewing Company* Skeleton Park Brewery* Westport Brewing Company Prince Eddy’s Brewing Co. *…

21 Apr

YGK Craft Beer Fest Returns to Fort Henry June 11, 2022

Tickets on sale now for annual waterfront festival celebrating local and Ontario craft beer, music and the scenic views at Fort Henry National Historic Site in Kingston Kingston, ON — Local beers and bands will again be celebrated at Fort Henry this year as YGK Craft Beer Fest returns June 11, 2022. Starting today, April 21, guests can book their tickets online for this summer waterfront festival that pairs the impressive heritage and history of Fort Henry with Kingston’s dynamic cultural life. The event’s entertainment will include all-day live music,…