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02 Sep

Fall into History at Fort Henry! Experience Guided Tours, Rifle Firing Demonstrations, and More!

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22 Jul

Fort Henry Hits a High Note with Annual Tattoo Performance

Tattoo Returns This Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 7 p.m Kingston, ON — Fort Henry’s annual Tattoo performance returns this Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 7 p.m. Where military and musical discipline intersect, the show is a precise depiction of the military 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. Gates open at 6 p.m….

09 Jul

Fort Henry’s Iconic Sunset Ceremony Returns

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19 Jun

Experience The Intersection of Military Precision and Musical Majestry: Fort Henry’s Annual Tattoo Returns July 27, 2024

Ticket sales open June 19 for the annual military music showcase at Kingston’s Fort Henry National Historic Site Kingston, ON — 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, July 27, 2024, sees Fort Henry hosting leaders in military music from across Ontario. Tickets are on sale today Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at 11…

03 Jun

Two Events, One Historic Venue: Get Ready for Hops and Hurdles at Kingston’s Fort Henry on June 8, 2024.

Cannonball Crush & YGK Craft Beer Fest This Weekend! Join St. Lawrence Parks Commission’s Fort Henry Saturday, June 8 for a day of adventure at Cannonball Crush, a thrilling 5K race with 20 obstacles throughout historic grounds. Then, indulge in Kingston’s finest food, drink, and entertainment at YGK Craft Beer Fest, celebrating local flavours and live music against the backdrop of Fort Henry’s iconic heritage site. Presented by Subaru of Kingston, Cannonball Crush has been designed for all fitness levels. Anyone 18 or over, from novice to advanced competitors, can…

30 May

Enjoy a Meal with Breathtaking Waterfront Views at the Battery Bistro from Thursday-Sunday.

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24 May

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Beers & Bands Confirmed for YGK Craft Beer Fest

Savour Craft Beer, Spirits, Ciders, and Sodas Paired with Live Music at Fort Henry, June 8th Fort Henry’s YGK Craft Beer Fest returns on Saturday, June 8, 2024, with breweries and bands from the Kingston area and across Ontario showcase their best brews and tunes all day long. 2024 Beer Vendors Include: Ace Beverage Group Black Fly Beverage Co. Broadhead Brewing Calabogie Brewing Cameron’s Brewing Company Daft Brewing Fine Balance Brewing Company Fluid Influence – SIP Caesar Bar and Coldstream Clear Fogorig Brewing Kick and Push Brewing Company King’s Lock…

30 Apr

Excitement Brewing for YGK Craft Beer Fest at Fort Henry June 8, 2024

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 when YGK Craft Beer Fest returns on June 8, 2024 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Starting April 30, guests can book their tickets online for this summer waterfront festival which pairs the impressive heritage and history of Fort Henry with Kingston’s dynamic cultural life. YGK Craft…

04 Apr

History-in-the Making This Weekend at St. Lawrence Parks Commission Heritage Sites

Solar Eclipse Weekend: Programming Updates and Safety Tips Morrisburg and Kingston, ON – On April 8, 2024, parts of North America will experience a once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse event. St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC) historic sites, Upper Canada Village, Fort Henry and Kingston Pen Tours, fall along the path of totality which will experience two to three minutes of total darkness at the height of the event. To celebrate this history-in-the-making, SLPC’s historic sites are running weekend programming and eclipse viewing opportunities from Friday, April 5 to Monday, April 8, 2024….

02 Apr

Counting Down to Totality with the Esteemed Bob McDonald

Fort Henry Presents Perspectives on a Planet with Bob McDonald, Sunday, April 7 at 6:00 p.m. Join us for a captivating exploration of the upcoming total solar eclipse as Bob and Dr. Richardson take us on a journey unravelling the mysteries of this awe-inspiring celestial phenomenon. Date: Sunday, April 7, 2024 Time: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Location: Fort Henry, Great Hall Admission Cost: $5 + HST Book & Admission: $34.99 + HST On the eve of the solar eclipse, Sunday, April 7, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.,…