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Get ready for Homecoming 2027! 

Stay tuned for more information about the Homecoming App, including when it will be available, how to download it and how to make the most of its features during Homecoming weekend.

Get ready to cheer on the Gaels at Homecoming 2027! 

More information about football tickets, including how and where to pick them up, will be available closer to Homecoming weekend.

Stay tuned for updates. Go Gaels Go!

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. 

Parking

On campus

If parking at the hotel is not available, you can take advantage of the parking holiday on campus. This means that all surface parking lots on campus are free to use during the Homecoming weekend. This does not include the underground parking lots.

Near Downtown

Downtown Kingston has metered parking on most streets and a mix of parking lots and garages. provides more information on rates and lot locations.

Kingston has partnered with to offer a new way to pay for parking at all Municipal Pay & Display parking lot locations and accessible on-street parking spaces across the city. You can search, pay for, and top up parking from a phone, tablet, or computer.

When using this service, make sure to double-check the fees and codes related to the parking lots. 

Kingston Transit

provides bus service within the urban area of the City of Kingston. With a variety of convenient and accessible travel options, it's easy to get you where you want to go.

For bus schedules and maps, visit . Use the for suggested transit routes. Find out more .

Kingston Transit provides Park & Ride for those who wish to park their vehicles and ride the bus the rest of the way to their destination. Free parking at these locations is available on a first-come, first-served basis at:

• - 1350 Gardiners Road
• - Corner of Days Road & Front Road
• - 2295 Princess Street
• - 900 Henderson Boulevard
• - east of Highway 15

Taxis

•  613-546-1111
• 613-546-2222

Need a sweater for the football game? 

There are several places on campus to buy some new Â鶹¹ÙÍø's gear:

Whether you're looking to revisit a favourite campus spot or explore Kingston's restaurants, there are plenty of dining options to enjoy during Homecoming weekend.

On-Campus Dining

Â鶹¹ÙÍø's Hospitality Services

Looking for a meal on campus? Â鶹¹ÙÍø's Hospitality Services offers a variety of dining options throughout campus.

Visit the Â鶹¹ÙÍø's Dining and Hospitality website for the latest dining locations, hours of operation, and meal prices.

Please note: Ban Righ Dining Hall will be closed during Homecoming weekend. Leonard Dining Hall will remain open.

Campus Pubs

Responsible Alcohol Use

Â鶹¹ÙÍø's University is committed to promoting responsible alcohol use through education, harm reduction, and responsible service at licensed establishments and events.

All on-campus establishments and sanctioned off-campus events follow the Â鶹¹ÙÍø's University Alcohol Policy.

Dining in Kingston

Make the most of your visit by exploring Kingston's vibrant dining scene. From casual cafés and local favourites to restaurants and waterfront patios, there's something for every taste.

Feeling nostalgic? Revisit familiar spots like Kingston Brew Pub or Morrison's, or discover somewhere new.

Explore and dining options to plan your visit.

Looking to venture beyond Kingston? Consider a trip to , , or to explore its local food.

Explore the university

See a and discover key places, green spaces, landmarks, and accessible routes. You can also learn about accessibility here. 

Open houses and buildings 

Many buildings are hosting Open Houses over the weekend! Please take a look at the Homecoming Events Calendar: Open Houses for the most up-to-date times and information. The following key venues are open to the public:

• The Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts
•  

Guided tours

Guided tours are unavailable during Homecoming weekend. Please contact the Campus Tours team in the Registrar’s Office to schedule a tour at a different time or use the to enjoy a self-guided tour. 

If you have questions about commuter services, please visit the Commuter Services guide here.

There are some hotels and historic inns in downtown Kingston that offer premier accommodation. See  for the most comprehensive list of available accommodation. 

For group bookings, get in touch with your Reunion Coordinator to see if one has been made for your year at a Kingston hotel.

This information is typically shared in your Class Reunion emails. If you are not receiving your emails, we might not have current contact information for you. Update your information through our secure  or email our Contact Centre.

Tip: Group Bookings are often released about 5-6 weeks before Homecoming if the rooms haven’t been booked. If you checked during the summer and were unable to find availability, it’s possible that more space at the key downtown hotels will open up closer to the homecoming date.

Kingston's  is located at 209 Ontario St. in the heart of downtown across from Kingston's historic City Hall. It is open daily to answer all your questions about what to see and do, or where to stay or dine – all the local information you need to help make your stay an enjoyable one.

The  also offers the convenience of purchasing tickets for some of Kingston's world-class attractions, including , , , and the .

The Great Lakes Museum invites you to visit Kingston’s newest attraction, the S. S. Keewatin. Escape to the past aboard the last remaining Edwardian-era passenger liner in the world. Located at 55 Ontario St., just steps away from campus on Kingston’s waterfront. Guided tours run daily. 

is offering 10% off of museum admission and S.S. Keewatin experiences with code QALUM3867.

Explore Kingston during Homecoming 2027! Local businesses, restaurants and attractions may offer special discounts and promotions for Â鶹¹ÙÍø's alumni throughout the weekend.

Stay tuned for participating locations, offers and details closer to Homecoming.