9 unique Kingston wedding venues

If you’re after a picturesque spring or summer wedding, The Isabel is one of Kingston’s most beautiful backdrops. Photographers love The Isabel for its abundant natural light from its floor-to-ceiling anti-glare windows overlooking Lake Ontario. 

Wedding ceremonies are held in the theatre’s rehearsal hall or—weather permitting—on the large patio, connected to the lobby. Receptions flow between the spaces creating a unique marriage of indoors and outdoors. 

Newly built in 2014, the venue is state of the art, completely accessible, with plenty of parking for up to 200 guests. Queens releases their booking schedule every May for the following spring/summer.

Whether you and your partner met at Queen’s, or you’re just looking for an elegant space for your special day, the Donald Gordon Centre at Queen’s offers a wide array of spaces to host weddings, indoor or outdoor, large or small.

Housed in the historic limestone architecture of the Roselawn House, the Donald Gordon Centre features sophisticated in-house catering provided by Queen’s, free parking, and 80-room hotel accommodations for travelling guests. 

This venue isn’t just for Queens alumni, either—people from all over love the beautiful, historic charm of the Donald Gordon Centre!

Do you love the water? Declare your love for each other on the St. Lawrence River by getting married on one of 3 beautiful cruising vessels. 

These ships are fully equipped to accommodate large or small wedding ceremonies followed by dinner and dancing—one even has a full kitchen on board, for treating guests to delicious cooked-to-order entrées. If you prefer a more traditional ceremony, Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises gets you and your wedding party to your boat reception in style on a red trolley bus—making for some really memorable wedding photos!

What’s more romantic than saying ‘I do’ and floating off into the sunset?

[photo via: The Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning]

Looking for a space that blends old world charm with modern design? The Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning—housed in the newly restored 19th century Morton Brewery and Distillery—is now a creative arts hub and a uniquely beautiful space that can accommodate weddings for 80–150 guests.

The Malting Tower is bright and airy during the day, and cozy and intimate in the evening. Surrounded by breathtaking lake views framed by large windows, The Tett is fully-equipped for wedding customization—choose your own caterer, decorator, and tweak virtually every detail to your liking!

After something totally unique? Get married at historical Fort Henry! Originally built in 1837, this beautifully restored war of 1812 garrison offers panoramic waterfront views.  

The Great Hall features delicious food by Bytown Catering, high ceilings, an outdoor patio, and stunning views of the surrounding landscape. It’s available throughout the year and can accommodate up to 140 guests seated or 190 standing. Intimate receptions for up to 56 people can also be held in the Fort Henry restaurant. 

Say ‘I do’ and have fun with your friends and family wandering the old military fort into the night.

Looking for a full-service wedding venue with stunning waterfront views? Look no further than the Delta Kingston Waterfront. 

With its six event rooms totalling 5,861 square feet, in-house catering by the award-winning culinary team at AquaTerra, and personalized group accommodations, you’ll be able to confidently host the intimate wedding of your dreams or the grand reception of the year for up to 190 people.

The hotel offers tons of customizable options so you can have exactly the wedding you want, and your guests can celebrate in comfort and style with some of the nicest views Kingston has to offer. 

Intimate affair? Memorial Hall could be perfect. Steeped in history, its stained glass windows and ornate high ceilings give your ceremony gravitas at a bargain.

There are a handful of great officiants in Kingston that can marry you at Memorial Hall. The space can be rented privately through the City of Kingston, but you’ll need to procure the necessary permits, liquor license if you want to have a larger ceremony and reception there.

Connie Howes has been officiating weddings at Memorial Hall for 15 years and offers three painless packages—starting at $250 for up to six guests, another option for up to 35 guests, and a private elopement weekend. Memorial Hall is unlicensed and has no dancefloor, so she recommends couples take the party elsewhere afterward.

“One couple,” said Connie, “ended up on a bouncy castle from the street festival outside! It was so memorable and fun.”

The experienced event team at the newly renovated Quality Inn & Conference Centre Kingston Central understands how important every detail of your big day is, and work hard to ensure it’s everything you ever dreamed of. With decades of experience and an award-winning culinary team lead by Chef Leslie Larsen, your guests will be blown away with dynamic service and unique dishes rooted in the local food movement.

The stunning Cartier Ballroom can accommodate up to 360 guests, and can be divided into two separate spaces – perfect for hosting a romantic wedding ceremony and elegant pre-reception cocktails. For added convenience, Guest Room Blocks can be established for your guests at a preferred rate.

The newly renovated Four Points by Sheraton Kingston is thrilled to host your big day in the heart of the city. With twelve unique event spaces, including the The Limestone City Ballroom, which can accommodate a guest list of up to 320 of your friends and family, the Four Points by Sheraton team will ensure your vision comes to life – from intimate ceremonies to grand receptions.

You’re in excellent hands with a dedicated team of wedding planners ensuring not a single detail of your special day goes unnoticed. From working with the in-house culinary team to create a customizable menu you and your guests will love, to using the facility’s enhanced AV equipment to take a walk down memory lane through a nostalgic slideshow – you can leave the details to them, and just revel in the day. As an added bonus, if you reserve a block of 10 or more rooms, you’ll receive a special rate.

Kingston is a charming, laid back city with a gorgeous waterfront where it’s easy to get around. Your wedding guests can unwind and explore Kingston’s shopping, dining, sightseeing and nightlife between events—mostly on foot! We’re also a convenient 2-hour drive or train ride away for Toronto and Ottawa guests.

Another benefit to hosting in Kingston? Your dollars go further with affordable wedding venues, hotel rooms and activities for your guests. In short, Kingston’s vibrant culture gives you tons of wonderful wedding options to make your special day truly magical.