Kingston Public Market
Kingston Public Market
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
About
The Kingston Public Market is the oldest market in Ontario and has been providing food and a sense of community to residents of Kingston since 1801. The market is located in Kingston’s historic downtown, right behind City Hall, and is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, April through November. The market hours are from 9 am – 6 pm although some vendors arrive earlier and leave earlier. The Kingston Public Market is full of vendors selling the highest quality local produce, prepared foods, garden plants and flowers, and handmade crafts. On a typical market day in the summer you can find a huge variety of goods such as beautiful heirloom tomatoes that were left to ripen on the vine and just picked that morning, delicious homemade cinnamon buns still warm from the oven or a one-of-a-kind handmade jewelry pieces made with stones from the Kingston area. Whatever you came for, you will leave with a smile on your face and the feeling of satisfaction that comes from buying food and goods
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Scurvy J
115 contributions
Mar 2022
An excellent variety of booths set up; fruits, veggies, homemade desserts, treats, clothing, jewelry, and other handmade items available as well.
Many artisians are out whether rain or shine.
The surrounding area is beautiful as well, lots to see and plenty of fun photo ops. And if you're a Tragically Hip fan, there is a plaque in market square that you'll definitely want to check out!
It is right downtown, close to Lake Ontario, and many great restaurants and pubs!
Many artisians are out whether rain or shine.
The surrounding area is beautiful as well, lots to see and plenty of fun photo ops. And if you're a Tragically Hip fan, there is a plaque in market square that you'll definitely want to check out!
It is right downtown, close to Lake Ontario, and many great restaurants and pubs!
Written April 17, 2022
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tugflorida
Anglesey, UK229 contributions
Oct 2019
Lovely small market, open 3 days a week, and in winter inside building close by. Excellent selection local produce like maple syrup, maple butter etc. Vegetables and fruit, flowers, locally produced artworks, etc. Well worth spending a few hours here.
Written October 16, 2019
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caml77
Grand Valley, Canada594 contributions
Apr 2015 • Family
This year round weekend market has variety, flavour and good prices. They have local foods ( jams, honey, baked goods) antiques, crafts and collectibles
Written April 6, 2015
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JC_UK08
London, UK1 contribution
Mar 2022
For lunch I wanted to support a local business and settled for the curry goat meal at the Momma's kitchen african-jamaican stall. The menu board said £7 but they charged me £8, when I questioned this I was told the prices had gone up. I thought fair enough but they could have changed the pricing board, however while I was waiting for my food someone else came up to order the exact same item as me and was charged £7 which started the downhill spiral.
When I eventually got my food I was asked if I wanted a bag and I said ok but before I got it the cook came out and rudely asked where I was going to eat and said I couldn't have one since it was close by.
While the food was ok I would look elsewhere if you want to eat and support a local business as the way I was treated and suspiciously charged left a very nasty taste.
When I eventually got my food I was asked if I wanted a bag and I said ok but before I got it the cook came out and rudely asked where I was going to eat and said I couldn't have one since it was close by.
While the food was ok I would look elsewhere if you want to eat and support a local business as the way I was treated and suspiciously charged left a very nasty taste.
Written March 19, 2022
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Rosy A
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Oct 2023 • Family
The Caribbean food stall called Mommas Kitchen was a big disappointment and would not eat there again. I ordered a Jerk chicken with chips initially but was told by the lady that the Jollof Rice would be nicer to try if we didn't have it before, so we agreed to replace chips with the rice. We paid £8.50 although the board showed £7.99 - said it would be 5/6 minutes and we said ok. Waited patiently only for her to start giving me attitude and I was just standing there. When the food was eventually ready she handed a take away container full of chips and one piece of bland chicken on top. When i questioned about the missing rice she was very rude and said..You ordered chips!!! At this point I had already given up on the whole experience and just told her whatever....I didn't have the energy to argue. Not sure what exactly happened with the order. Not worth the money and never again. Food was rubbish...
Written October 2, 2023
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Bridget S
1 contribution
Sep 2019 • Family
OMG, the 💩 food i ever had. Unsalty, plain rice, messed up order and dry food. The worst Caribbean style food we ever had. I vomit all out.
Written September 14, 2019
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RogueTrippers
Guelph, Canada5,453 contributions
Jun 2019
Date of Visit: Sunday, June 23rd, 2019
When you visit Kingston, Ontario, you will find an outdoor market that is located at the city hall grounds. This is like a farmer’s markets, craft markets, and flea market all rolled into one. You will be able to spend a couple of hours doing some shopping here.
It is a nice experience when you visit Kingston on your road trip.
When you visit Kingston, Ontario, you will find an outdoor market that is located at the city hall grounds. This is like a farmer’s markets, craft markets, and flea market all rolled into one. You will be able to spend a couple of hours doing some shopping here.
It is a nice experience when you visit Kingston on your road trip.
Written September 13, 2019
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Guide577588
Newport, Australia3 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
A lovely eclectic range of food, wine and crafts. Produce includes fresh bread, cheeses and cold meats, fruit and vegetables, pastries - many and varied - teas, juices and ice creams. Undercover, so weather proof and lots of parking.
Written May 1, 2019
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Mia F
Ottawa, Canada156 contributions
Feb 2018 • Friends
Market square genuinely has all seasons fun, from the farmers market in the summer, to skating in the winter, and being an all around central location with nice aesthetic appeal, it's a must-see while in Kingston in any season.
Written February 27, 2018
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Pam S
Ontario, Canada90 contributions
Aug 2015 • Solo
I drive an hour in the summer to go to this market. Parking in the area is plentiful. The market has plenty of local food producers along with artisans and antiques. It's a fun way to spend a Saturday morning.
Written December 31, 2015
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Can you tell me when the last Saturday market is? I was told the market runs through November but someone else told me it runs until November. I really wanted to get there in the next few weeks.
Thanks!
Written October 30, 2017
We've been to the Market before and it's AMAZING! we are hoping to get there in November but are wondering when the last Saturday Market is since it may be later in November that we can travel to Kingston.
Written October 26, 2017
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