Events

Kingston Potters' Guild Spring Sale

Discover unique handmade pottery at our annual Spring Sale! Just in time to pick up a gift for Mothers' Day, or find something for yourself to ring in the new season. Come see what our potters have been up to!

Please consider bringing your own bags. 

LOCATION: Rehearsal Hall (Room 203 on the 2rd floor)

The 2025 Spring Metal Rocks Show & Sale

The 2025 Spring Metal Rocks Show & Sale is a popular annual event presented by the Kingston Lapidary and Mineral Club (KLMC). Find unique items from over 15 artist/artisan members of the KLMC, including handcrafted jewellery, rocks and minerals and many more gifts for yourself or Mom - just in time for Mother's Day! 

Discover the world of lapidary (cutting and polishing of stones) and metalsmithing techniques!

LOCATION: Malting Tower (Room 311 on the top 3rd floor)

The BIG Art Show

The Big Art Show is Kingston Artist Events newest event, an exclusive art showcase featuring stunning large-scale pieces by a talented collective of local artists. Guests of this unique art show will have the opportunity to view 40 large works, all together in the Gallery of the beautiful Tett Centre. The originals are available for purchase, along with high quality prints of the artwork will also be available to by order, with optional framing by Kingston Frameworks.

All Ages | Free Admission

Opening reception on May 2.

Kids Creativity Club

Kids Creativity Club is a drop in artmaking program at the Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning catered towards families with children aged 10 and under. Participants enjoy a variety of hands-on creative arts activities with local artists and volunteers. Come and explore, create, and be inspired at the Tett!

Whippersnapper Season

Come experience Whippersnapper Season, an exhibition by Kingston’s emerging teen artists! 

This exhibition showcases the work of eleven emerging teen artists from Kingston, who conceptualized, curated, and installed the show themselves. It is the final project of Creative Futures: Empowering Teen Artists, a year-long program supporting teens in exploring artistic practices and career pathways through monthly workshops and mentorship. Stay tuned for more info about next year’s program!

The Spring Vendor Show

The Spring Vendor Show is Kingston Artist Events biggest one day vendor show taking place annually in May. Shop over 90 local vendors in two of Kingston's most beautiful event venues conveniently located next door, The Isabel Bader and the Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning.

All Ages | Free Admission

Mother's Day Pop-up Market

A unique Mother's Day shopping experience with more than a dozen women-owned businesses showcasing! Shop art, crafts, unique accessories, stylish goods, presents, necessities, delicious cuisine, bath and body products, and more! Come over to Tett Centre and spend Mother's Day with us! Pop-up market is open to everyone.

Open to All | Free Admission

Mother's Day Tea

Join us again this year for a Mother’s Day Tea in support of the Kingston Interval house. As I enter into the 10TH year of fundraising I’m excited to make this the BEST year yet! 

Please come and enjoy tea, mocktails, treats, sandwiches and other dishes from local food makers. Live music, onsite photographer to capture photos of you and your friends, moms or family members, and some onsite local makers and special services.

Life Drawing for All

Join Tim Rosillo for weekly Life Drawing sessions at the Tett Centre this Summer! Open to all skill levels, materials provided. Each session offers a dynamic, interactive group experience with new exercises every week, focusing on tone, form, movement, structure, and proportion. Explore a variety of mediums such as pencil, charcoal, ink, chalk, oil pastels, and paint. Whether you're a beginner or experienced artist, you'll gain valuable skills in capturing the human form. More advanced students can receive tailored feedback to meet personal goals