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Sandbox Beach Beach is currently closed, unrelated to bacteria levels.
Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario for free. This means you do not need to buy a fishing licence if you want to fish during:
Father's Day Weekend - June 14-15
While fishing during a free fishing period you must:
Sunny. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 50 this morning then increasing to 40 gusting to 60 this afternoon. High 30. Humidex 35. UV index 9 or very high.
High: 30°C
Low: N/A°C
Mainly sunny. Wind becoming east 20 km/h gusting to 40 then light late in the morning. High 26. Humidex 29. UV index 9 or very high.
High: 26°C
Low: 17°C
Cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. High 23.
High: 23°C
Low: 15°C
Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. High 21.
High: 21°C
Low: 17°C
A mix of sun and cloud with 30 percent chance of showers. High 24.
High: 24°C
Low: 16°C
Based on Environment and Climate Change Canada data
Join us for Kingsville Painter’s Guild, an evening of art practice which is open format and non-instructional. Kingsville Painter’s Guild is held on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM at Grovedale Arts and Culture Centre. Runs from January to June, with a break for the summer, and begins again for November and December. Each session offers the chance to paint and draw from life. This is a meditative practice in a quiet group setting, concentrating on the rendering of still life, portrait and figurative subjects. Participants must supply their art materials which may include:
Join us for an evening of fun at Walkerville Brewery’s Brews and Board Games event, hosted by Tabletop Bellhop. Gather your friends and meet us at the brewery for a night filled with great beer and exciting board games.
Whether you’re a seasoned board game pro or just looking to have a good time, this event is the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy some tasty brews & bites while playing your favorite games. We will have a variety of board games available, or feel free to bring your own to share with others.
Tabletop Bellhop will be here for any game-play advice or instructions!
Don’t miss out on this chance to socialize, have a few laughs, and maybe even discover a new favorite game. See you there!Join us for an evening of fun at Walkerville Brewerys Brews and Board Games event, hosted by Tabletop Bellhop.
Get ready to be swept off your feet because 𝗣𝗜𝗔𝗡𝗢 𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 is back! 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝗮 𝗦𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗸 will be joining us Thursday, June 12th to serenade you on the keys from 6:00-9:00 PM! It’s going to be a night of blissful wining, dining, and live music.
Mark your calendar, reserve a table, and get ready for an evening of blissful wining, dining, and live piano tunes
The Downtown Windsor Business Improvement Association (DWBIA) has teamed up with some of the city’s most popular venues to bring the community together for all seven potential games. From Cucina 360 to Eastwood’s Grill & Bar, each watch party will feature outdoor viewing, and a rallying point for hockey fans to cheer on the Edmonton Oilers as they face off against the Florida Panthers.
What started as a response to being unable to hold the Festival in 2020 and 2021, has evolved into a yearly outdoor community event. WIFF Under the Stars is held over one weekend in the summer where WIFF screens films all day over the weekend, free for all to enjoy. A main focus of the initiative for WIFF is to give back to the community that makes us a successful organization year-over-year and to increase the accessibility of great films.
In 2025, WIFF will host the free outdoor, three-day WIFF Under the Stars event at the front lawn of the Aquatic Centre from Friday, June 13 – Sunday, June 15. By setting up a 20’ LED screen, we turn the lawn space into an ultimate summer film experience. WIFF will screen 23 films including festival favourites, summer blockbusters, and Canadian programming among others.
Bring your blankets and chairs, friends and family, and enjoy a weekend of amazing movies. Concessions and merchandise will be available for purchase, including popcorn from What’s Poppin’, and soda from the Soda Pop Bros, two local businesses.
Friday June 13
9:30am – Encanto
11:15am – Chicken Run
12:45pm – Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story
2:30pm – Do I Know You From Somewhere?
3:55pm – The Triplets Of Belleville
5:25pm – Some Like It Hot
7:35pm – Pretty Woman
9:45pm – The Silence Of The Lambs
Times vary by location. Double-check the start time before you venture out to the village of your choosing.
All times, dates, menus, and performances are subject to change.
The World’s Finest Shows Midway returns to Riverfront Festival Plaza June 13th – 29th!
Get your Ride All Day Wristbands in advance at local 7/11 Stores and save $10 – prices increase June 13th
Get ready for fun: Amherstburg Open Air Weekends return in 2025!
The weekly events run from Friday at 3pm until Sunday at 8pm in the downtown core of Amherstburg. Find everything you need in our Open Air streets from craft beer, gourmet popcorn, cotton candy, frozen yogurt, gelato, baked goods to ice cream, satisfy your long awaited craving for delicious drinks and desserts from your favorite Amherstburg eateries. Shop Amherstburg’s amazing local businesses for clothes, accessories, home decor, jewelry, shoes, candles, classic and new author books and more!
This year, we’re introducing themed weekends to spice things up! Whether you’re a foodie, art enthusiast, or music lover, there’s something for everyone.
Night Markets return on Fridays offering a wonderful atmosphere where you can shop downtown while enjoying live music and delicious food. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover new treasures and support local artisans, vendors and businesses!
Whether you’re a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, Open Air Weekends are a must-attend event for all ages.
The Great Benjamins Circus is coming to town!
Don’t miss our SUPER DISCOUNTED TICKET PRE-SALE OFFER FOR YOUR WHOLE FAMILY!
COME CHECK OUT:
Come with your friends and family and join us for 90 minutes of FUN, EXCITEMENT AND LAUGHTER! Look out for free child coupons at a school or daycare near you.
Show Times:
On Friday evening during Open Air Weekends, local vendors will set up along Richmond, Dalhousie and Murray Streets, offering a diverse array of products, from handmade crafts, soaps, candles, baked goods and fresh produce.
The market atmosphere is enriched by live entertainment & street games, and is a great opportunity to support local businesses, enjoy great food and enjoy the fun atmosphere downtown. Whether you’re looking for handmade treasures, or just a fun evening out, Open Air Night Markets are a great way to enjoy a summer evening in Amherstburg.
The Leamington Arts Centre (LAC), in partnership with the Municipality of Leamington, the Uptown Leamington BIA, and the Bank Theatre are proud to present the Mill St. Market.
The Mill St. Market is specially curated to serve delectable street food and drinks while you shop for handcrafted arts and and crafts lining the modern, reinvented, Mill Street in Leamington. With live music, you’ve never experienced a night market like this! Be a part of the Uptown Leamington Experience!
Every second Friday of each summer month, 5-10pm
The 9th Annual Taste of Tecumseh Festival takes place at Lakewood Park on Friday June 13 & Saturday June 14. This two-day event features delectable tastes and unique talents, all at a beautiful waterfront setting nestled on Lake St. Clair in the Town of Tecumseh, Ontario.
Sample culinary delights, taste a variety of distinctive award-winning wines, get hoppy with craft beer, and enjoy live entertainment from talented performers.
ENTERTAINMENT
Friday:
Kyle Knowler 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Bigg Wiggle 9:00pm – 1:00am
VENDORS
SPIRITS – Hiram Walker
BEER – Rose City Brewery, Frank Brewing Co., Walkerville Brewery, Top Dog Brewing
WINE – Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery, Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards
FOOD – Mangia Y’all, Whamburg, Route 55 BBQ, Funky Chow, Nona’s pizza, Tabouli by Eddy’s, Zuleeats, Waffle Truck, Montreal Poutine, Settimo’s Catering, Pretzel Central, Kaya Jay’s…and more!
Treat dads to an evening of fun, complete with unique activities and local deals. Stroll the Street is an upbeat urban experience with small town charm geared for locals of all ages. The community is invited to walk, shop, eat and enjoy all that local businesses have to offer.
Enjoy the sight of colourfully lit cyclists roll through the streets, bells clacking, as they partake in a pub crawl on two wheels appropriately named Friday Night Lights and always try to outdo each other with their decorations on each ride.
One of the most fun, unique things to do in Windsor, Ontario! Friday Night Lights is a free weekly bicycle ride that will light up the night.
Riders will meeting up and check-in/register at 6:30pm at 400 Erie St. E. in Windsor, Ontario. Arrive early and enjoy some great food and drink on the patio. At 7:00pm, we then take guests out on the town to explore the night life in Windsor. The catch: since it’s a night ride you’ll need lights on your bike. The more lights the better!
Simply put, Friday Night Lights is a pub and grub crawl on two wheels throughout the city of Windsor. While not mandatory, we encourage guests to deck out their bikes in bright lights to light up the night and enjoy the company of good folks and the flavours of great establishments we visit along the way.
We are opening for one night only in the summer again! Last year we sold out!
The Summer Scream will feature Out of Time, Windsor's Premier 90's Tribute Band, playing in the Deadway.
$20.00 gets you entry that starts at 7PM and will include 1 Haunt with your ticket. The remaining haunts will be only $5.00 each. Haunts will be open until 11PM. Available Haunts will be The Mirror Maze, Ward 13, Haunted Darkness and the Funhouse. This is an All Ages event on Friday the 13TH!
Tickets can be purchased at the door but if you want to make sure you get in, pre-purchase your tickets at www.scarehousewindsor.com.
Get ready for Southwestern Ontario’s largest 1-day walleye fishing derby, celebrating over 30 years since its 1992 launch by original organizer Greg Horoky!
Hosted in the Walleye Capital of Canada, this action-packed event draws anglers from across Ontario, Michigan, and Ohio.
Main Derby tickets are just $30 (available at Colchester Harbour, Happy Days Windsor, South Shore Tackle, and more). Kids’ Derby includes awesome prizes for the first 150 young anglers!
Enjoy a full day of fun with live music from Dolson Road Band, a cornhole tournament, bouncy castle, Jangles the Magic Clown, and the legendary Kinsmen hospitality tent. Don’t miss our famous perch dinners, courtesy of local fisheries!
With over $10,000 in cash and door prizes, this community-powered, non-profit event—proudly organized by the Rotary Club of Harrow—supports local causes and promises a memorable time for all.
Get ready for Southwestern Ontario’s largest 1-day walleye fishing derby!\nTimes vary by location. Double-check the start time before you venture out to the village of your choosing.
All times, dates, menus, and performances are subject to change.
2025 Regular Season runs every Saturday from 9am-2pm starting March 29 until October 25!
At the Downtown Windsor Farmers’ Market you’ll find farm fresh fruit, vegetables, produce and unique artisan food products from the best our area has to offer. We have a Kids Corner, art exhibits and crafts vendors, community booths, entertainment, food demonstrations, and other special events that attract the community to our fun and family-friendly environment.
What started as a response to being unable to hold the Festival in 2020 and 2021, has evolved into a yearly outdoor community event. WIFF Under the Stars is held over one weekend in the summer where WIFF screens films all day over the weekend, free for all to enjoy. A main focus of the initiative for WIFF is to give back to the community that makes us a successful organization year-over-year and to increase the accessibility of great films.
In 2025, WIFF will host the free outdoor, three-day WIFF Under the Stars event at the front lawn of the Aquatic Centre from Friday, June 13 – Sunday, June 15. By setting up a 20’ LED screen, we turn the lawn space into an ultimate summer film experience. WIFF will screen 23 films including festival favourites, summer blockbusters, and Canadian programming among others.
Bring your blankets and chairs, friends and family, and enjoy a weekend of amazing movies. Concessions and merchandise will be available for purchase, including popcorn from What’s Poppin’, and soda from the Soda Pop Bros, two local businesses.
Saturday June 14
9:30am – Inside Out 2
11:15am – Sister Act
1:00pm – How To Train Your Dragon
2:45pm – Strictly Ballroom
4:25pm – Flow
6:00pm – Conclave
8:10pm – How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days
10:10pm – Mulholland Drive
We are hosting our Grand Opening on Saturday, June 14th, 2025! Join us for amazing instore sales, food trucks, a mobile coffee bar, and more! We will also be hosting our first Outdoor Vendors Market, and all interested vendors can apply at the link below!
Come one, come all to the Fort Malden Medieval Faire!
Experience the excitement and wonder of the Middle Ages in a festival like no other. Held in Amherstburg at Fort Malden National Historic Site, this event will transport you back in time to a world of knights, princesses, and medieval marvels.
The Faire is an unforgettable event that you won’t want to miss. Experience the magic of the Renaissance and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Learn more and purchase your single day or weekend passes here .
Visit the Faire to experience Knights of Valour, Men in Tights, Unique Vendors and so much more!
Stay tuned to the Fort Malden Medieval Faire website and Facebook page for more event information.
Spend your Saturday at Cindy’s for a lively daytime market filled with live music and local shopping!
The event features two live performances, with Slim Pickerel taking the stage at 12:00 PM, followed by Buck Twenty at 3:00 PM.
At 5:00 PM, join us for a 50/50 draw in support of the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation—tickets will be available starting at 4:00 PM, and you must be present to win.
As you explore the market, enjoy music in the air while browsing a variety of local vendors. Be sure to wander through our boutique, garden centre, and gourmet deli, and grab a bite from one of the many food options available. It’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday—shop, eat, relax, and enjoy the day at Cindy’s!
Monster Spectacular will electrify the crowd with stunts and the power of the world’s most popular monster trucks competing in incredible side-by-side racing, freestyle competitions, and unique wheelie contests. Fresh on the heels of sold-out shows across Canada, fans will get the opportunity to see some of the biggest, best monster trucks on the circuit. The adrenaline will be pumping as the drivers execute all kinds of jumps.
The 2025 lineup will feature some of the biggest names of the circuit: BLACK STALLION, Tour champion OVERKILL EVOLUTION, SUBERFOOT and a Monster truck school bus!
There will also be a motocross backflip and BMX performance featuring 3 times X-Games champion Mike Varga.
Mousetrap Artist Bazaar is back with its annual summer bonanza in collaboration with the Cassettes Records Cookout 2025 in historic Sandwich Town! Featuring 22 unique exhibitors, this event is free to attend from 1pm-8pm on Saturday, June 14th at the Dominion House!
Sip on some libations and grab some eats from while perusing some seriously great local makers! This FREE EVENT acts as the perfect opportunity to acquire unique and locally made items, as well as connecting with artists in a casual setting! Learn about their process, discuss commissioned work and bring something home!
Plus!: Live Music! Record Shopping! A Volleyball Tournament!
Get ready to groove, Windsor!
Join us in the heart of downtown for a soul-filled celebration that brings the rhythm, the vibes, and the magic of Motown right to Pitt Street East.
Whether you’re dancing in the streets, sipping cocktails on the patio, or just soaking up the atmosphere, the Motown Block Party is the place to be.
Drink & Party All Night! Non-stop vibes with the best in Hip Hop | Dancehall | RnB | Afrobeats Live sets from high-energy DJs
Join us at this outdoor event at the Amherstburg Freedom Museum for a chicken dinner and an evening of dancing, you won’t want to miss it! Dancing, silent auction, and fellowship await you!
Tickets are $60 each and may be purchased in advance online or in person. Please contact the museum at 519-736-5433 and someone will be happy to assist you.
The 9th Annual Taste of Tecumseh Festival takes place at Lakewood Park on Friday June 13 & Saturday June 14. This two-day event features delectable tastes and unique talents, all at a beautiful waterfront setting nestled on Lake St. Clair in the Town of Tecumseh, Ontario.
Sample culinary delights, taste a variety of distinctive award-winning wines, get hoppy with craft beer, and enjoy live entertainment from talented performers.
ENTERTAINMENT
Saturday:
Mike Hargreaves 5:00pm – 7:45pm
Gnome Chimpsky 8:00pm – 10:00 pm
DJ Rye 10:00pm – 1:00am
VENDORS
SPIRITS – Hiram Walker
BEER – Rose City Brewery, Frank Brewing Co., Walkerville Brewery, Top Dog Brewing
WINE – Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery, Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards
FOOD – Mangia Y’all, Whamburg, Route 55 BBQ, Funky Chow, Nona’s pizza, Tabouli by Eddy’s, Zuleeats, Waffle Truck, Montreal Poutine, Settimo’s Catering, Pretzel Central, Kaya Jay’s…and more!
The Downtown Windsor Business Improvement Association (DWBIA) has teamed up with some of the city’s most popular venues to bring the community together for all seven potential games. From Cucina 360 to Eastwood’s Grill & Bar, each watch party will feature outdoor viewing, and a rallying point for hockey fans to cheer on the Edmonton Oilers as they face off against the Florida Panthers.
Times vary by location. Double-check the start time before you venture out to the village of your choosing.
All times, dates, menus, and performances are subject to change.
Nestled in the heart of the town at Lacasse Park, the Tecumseh Farmer’s Market is a vibrant and welcoming space where community members gather to shop for fresh, locally grown produce, homemade goods, and artisanal products. Join us this summer to connect, support local artisans, and celebrate the talents and spirit of the Town of Tecumseh.
Third Sunday of the month (June to October):
Sunday, June 15, 2025 – 9:00AM – 12:00PM
What started as a response to being unable to hold the Festival in 2020 and 2021, has evolved into a yearly outdoor community event. WIFF Under the Stars is held over one weekend in the summer where WIFF screens films all day over the weekend, free for all to enjoy. A main focus of the initiative for WIFF is to give back to the community that makes us a successful organization year-over-year and to increase the accessibility of great films.
In 2025, WIFF will host the free outdoor, three-day WIFF Under the Stars event at the front lawn of the Aquatic Centre from Friday, June 13 – Sunday, June 15. By setting up a 20’ LED screen, we turn the lawn space into an ultimate summer film experience. WIFF will screen 23 films including festival favourites, summer blockbusters, and Canadian programming among others.
Bring your blankets and chairs, friends and family, and enjoy a weekend of amazing movies. Concessions and merchandise will be available for purchase, including popcorn from What’s Poppin’, and soda from the Soda Pop Bros, two local businesses.
Sunday June 15
9:30am – The Jungle Book
10:55am – Paddington 2
12:45pm – It Happened In Walkerville
1:35pm – Inception
4:10pm – The Wild Robot
6:10pm – The Fugitive
8:30pm – Speed
Sunday Sounds is back at Oxley this Sunday! Mark your calendars and get ready for a season of live music, delicious food, great drinks, and even better company. Check out our Live Music line-up for May through August.
June 15- Chris Bollister
Sundays are the ultimate fundays at North 42 Degrees Estate Winery! Join us for an afternoon of good times at our Board Games Sunday! We had so much fun this past Sunday that we’ve decided to make this a weekly event. Grab your friends and swing by the winery every Sunday, from 2-5 PM.
Whether you’re a board game champion or just in it for the laughs, this is your golden ticket to kick back, sip on some award winning wines or local brews and munch on tasty bites while battling it out over your favorite games.
We’ll have a treasure trove of board games waiting for you, or feel free to bring your own to share the fun! You’ll find a list of available games on our event website page.
Cheers to a fabulous Sunday!
Join 4th Wall Music as they mark a decade of music-making with Strings Attached—a moving concert that highlights the beauty and versatility of stringed instruments, including violin, viola, cello, piano, and the harp, beloved by 4th Wall’s late founder and Artistic Director, Amy Ley.
This special evening is both a tribute to Amy Ley’s visionary spirit and a celebration of the lasting impact of her artistic legacy.
Tickets: Adults $30 | Children under 12 $5
A great evening of like minded photography lovers, shooting, talking shop & making new friends!
7:15 Evening begins at Phog, come in, grab a drink if you like & say hi!
7:40 Walk starts, we will be going on a one hour or so walk following the map posted in this event.
8:40 Arrive back at Phog, hangout, network & chat all things photography!
Everyone is encouraged to bring any type of camera, any conversation starters are great. Feel free to bring, prints, photo books, anything photography related to share & chat about when we get back from the walk!
Dive into powerful dramas, laugh along with heartfelt comedies, and explore eye-opening documentaries.
Join us as we celebrate diverse voices and unforgettable stories— there’s a seat waiting just for you
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