Family fun takes flight: Join us for the YGK Wheels on the Runway event in support of United Way KFL&A

Ready, set roll! at the Wheels on the Runway event in support of United Way KFL&A on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The City of Kingston will host the family-friendly Wheels on the Runway, now in its third year, in partnership with United Way KFL&A, CFB Kingston and Utilities Kingston, and sponsored by Hartington Equipment with AeroAdventure Partner NAV CANADA. Exclusive media sponsors are MOVE 983 and PURE COUNTRY 99. Bloom Skills Centre and B's Bike Bites will be on hand with refreshments for sale.

Admission is by donation by cash or card, with 100 per cent of proceeds going directly to United Way KFL&A.

“Hartington Equipment is ecstatic to be a part of this annual event within our community,” says Katie Lewers of Hartington Equipment. “It not only brings smiles to children, but it also raises money for our local United Way. It’s a pleasure for us to be part of this year’s great event!”

The event is an open house that will use the stunning YGK Airport and runway to host an amazing array of vehicles, people and other surprises. Volunteers will be on hand to guide visitors.

Guests will be able to:

• Explore the inside and outside of YGK Airport; Interact with vehicles from the City of Kingston and
• Hartington Equipment including aircraft, large farming equipment, snow plowing machines, fire trucks and more;
• Check out a selection of vehicles from CFB Kingston;
• Purchase a snack from one of our food vendors, with a portion of the proceeds going to United Way;
• Learn more about the people and the work of United Way KFL  &A;
• Visit various stations at the airport where you can get your “Wheels on the Runway” passports stamped;
• Ride on Little Obie, a scale CN locomotive that educates kids about train and railway safety;
• Visit the Assante Wealth Management Fenlon Financial Departure Lounge.

“We were so excited to bring these amazing vehicles and staff into one place where residents of all ages can explore,” says Aron Winterstein, Airport Manager. “It’s a pleasure to work alongside CFB Kingston and Hartington Equipment to be able to have a bigger and better selection of tractors, trucks and some other surprises to support the City of Kingston United Way workplace campaign.” 

“It is great to see this exciting event return this year. This is a such a fun-filled, family-oriented event for the community and a great opportunity to support your United Way,” says Joanne Langlois, 2024 United Way KFL&A Campaign Chair.  “Each year, thousands of individuals in the community receive support through United Way funded programs. Come join us for this fun airport experience, see some large equipment and trucks, and show your support. Special thanks to the City of Kingston and all the organizers for their continued support.”

Parking will be free on site for the duration of the event. YGK Airport is located at 1114 Len Birchall Way in Kingston.

See the details about the Wheels on the Runway event on the City's website.