Save the Date: King Street Promenade 2026
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Downtown Prescott RiverWalk District
Spend Civic Holiday Saturday in downtown Prescott.
King Street closes to traffic and opens for a full day of live entertainment, family activities, demonstrations, downtown shopping and street-festival fun.
Presented by the Town of Prescott and the Downtown Prescott BIA, the King Street Promenade transforms Downtown Prescott into a pedestrian street party stretching from Edward Street to George Street.
Catch FireGuy’s high-energy circus performances, cool off at one of three Foam Parties, watch Northern Rhodes transform raw wood through live chainsaw carving, explore giant inflatables and children’s activities, cheer on local skateboarders and discover special sidewalk-sale offers from Downtown Prescott businesses.
Come for a performance, stay for lunch and take your time exploring everything happening along King Street.
Performance Schedule
King Street and Centre Street Intersection
10:00 a.m. — FireGuy
Fire eating, juggling, comedy and high-energy circus entertainment.
10:30 a.m. — Foam Party
Jump into a street full of foam and summer fun. Families are encouraged to bring a change of clothes.
12:00 p.m. — FireGuy
12:30 p.m. — Foam Party
2:00 p.m. — FireGuy
2:30 p.m. — Foam Party
Beside Seaway Pharmacy
11:00 a.m. — Northern Rhodes Chainsaw Carving
1:00 p.m. — Northern Rhodes Chainsaw Carving
3:00 p.m. — Northern Rhodes Chainsaw Carving
Watch Northern Rhodes transform raw wood into art during three live carving demonstrations. Visit throughout the day to see the sculpture take shape.
More to Explore
Prescott Skate Night Demonstration
Prescott Skate Night brings skateboarding into the heart of the Promenade with a live demonstration in the Shoppers Drug Mart parking lot. Stop by to watch local skaters take on the obstacles, land tricks and show off their skills.
Giant Inflatables
Climb, race and play on giant inflatables, including an obstacle course and rock wall.
Kids Zone
The Town of Prescott’s Community Services and Recreation team will host a Kids Zone featuring games, activities and hands-on family fun.
Touch-a-Truck
Get an up-close look at trucks and equipment that help serve the community. Young vehicle fans can explore the displays and meet some of the people who operate them.
Lucy Loop
Watch for Lucy Loop roaming the Promenade on stilts, bringing colourful circus energy and larger-than-life photo opportunities to King Street.
Hula Hoop Fun Zone
Pick up a hoop and join the fun. The Hula Hoop Fun Zone features demonstrations, music and opportunities for all ages to learn new tricks.
Downtown Sidewalk Sale
Downtown Prescott businesses will bring shopping onto the street with special offers, displays and summer finds throughout the RiverWalk District.
Plan Your Visit
The King Street Promenade runs from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 1, along King Street between Edward Street and George Street.
Admission and family activities are free. Tips for buskers are encouraged.
Families attending the Foam Parties should bring a change of clothes and anything else needed to dry off afterward.
Explore the full Promenade, enjoy lunch or refreshments downtown and make a day of it in Downtown Prescott.
