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Celebrate Christmas 2019 with Artfest’s Kingston Christmas Art & Craft Show. Join us for a magical Christmas experience, with plenty to see and do for all ages. This premium event will host 125 artists from of Ontario, Quebec and beyond. Talented artists, craftspeople, and local artisans will gather just in time for the holidays- the perfect place to find amazing gifts for everyone on your list!

Artfest is hosted its first Kingston Christmas Art & Craft Show in 2018 and it was a huge success. You’re invited to a magical winter-scape brought indoors, with exciting exhibitors, fantastic food and a list of features happening all weekend long to keep you and your family entertained for hours. See our gallery of featured artists, entertainment and more.

Programming & Entertainment

Mistletoe Bistro
Christmas is a time to celebrate with friends and family! Enjoy gourmet local cuisine by Glocca Morra Grill and Paridiso. You and your loved ones can also enjoy a craft beer, wine or cider beverage while you stroll through the lanes of Art & Crafts, and discover the perfect gifts to give.

Santa’s Workshop
Christmas just wouldn’t be the same without Santa’s Workshop! Artfest Kids will be hosting Elf Stations for children to create holiday crafts! Kids will LOVE spending time creating, and you’ll bring home a piece of art by your favourite artist- your child!

Town Crier
To open the event with a touch of Christmas class, the Kingston’s award winning Town Crier will officially open the Gala Night on Thursday evening. You don’t want to miss this!

Gift Wrapping
Once you find the perfect gift for the ones you love, bring them to our gift wrapping station and for a small fee we will beautifully wrap your gifts, just how they were meant to be!

Show pass is $10 and good for unlimited entry. Kids 12 and under get in FREE

FREE Parking All Weekend Long!