The awards will be held Nov. 24 inside Memorial Hall at City Hall.
The City of Kingston is inviting the community to celebrate creativity and cultural excellence at the 2025 Mayor’s Arts Awards reception on Monday, November 24, from 7 to 9 p.m. in Memorial Hall at City Hall.
The annual event will honour the 2025 award recipients, recognizing artists, arts organizations, and cultural champions for their outstanding contributions to Kingston’s thriving arts scene.
This year’s honourees were chosen from 54 nominations through an open call and selection process coordinated by the Kingston Arts Council and reviewed by a subcommittee of the Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee.
The Mayor’s Arts Awards highlight the important role that creativity, innovation, and artistic leadership play in building a vibrant and inclusive community.
Everyone is welcome to attend the free public reception and celebrate the individuals and groups shaping Kingston’s cultural landscape.
Story by Alyssa Brush

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