Events

Art Threads: Annual Exhibition of the Kingston Fibre Artists

The Kingston Fibre Artists (KFA) present their annual show and sale of new work at the Tett Centre Gallery, from April 5th to April 27th.

Immerse yourself in the possibilities of art and enjoyment!

Free admission. 

Find Yourself, A Play by Shay O'Brien

An original play written & directed by Shay O’Brien as a part of the 2025 Juvenis Festival! 

The festival officially runs from April 24th-May 4th, 2025. 

Mini Oil Painting with Pengyuan Wang

Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025 
Time: 6PM - 7:30PM 
Location: Activity Room

Soapstone Carving Workshop

Unleash your creativity with this ‘hands-on’ unique soapstone carving workshop with Mary Farrell of Studiostone Creative. Fun for the whole family—choose from a selection of soapstone carving kits and release your creativity. Designed for hands-on learning with easy-to-follow instructions, everything you’ll need is included, from file to finishing wax. Don’t wait to get started on carving your very own impressive animal stone sculpture! Join the workshop now!

Beginner Friendly | All Ages | $60

Make a Live Edge Charcuterie Board Workshop

This workshop will walk you through the steps to create your own unique live edge charcuterie board (also known as a cheese board). All the materials are included in the price, all you need to bring is a little elbow grease. Dress to do some woodworking and be prepared to have fun! I will go through all the steps of choosing a suitable piece of wood, shaping and cutting the board to add a handle, removing or leaving the bark attached, sanding, oiling, and finishing the board for food-safe use. Save a little on the ticket price by bringing a friend or two!
Beginner Friendly | Age 16+

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!