August 2016 – Printable Calendar of Events

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EVENT CALENDAR
A U G U S T
2016
KINGSWOOF 4th Annual Dog Show
Classic Car Cruiser
Enjoy a morning of tail-wagging good fun.
Do you have a classic car? Want to come hang out
for some old fashioned family fun, see some classic
cars and maybe win a prize or two?
Monday August 01, 2016
8:30 am – 12:30 pm, $5/Registration per dog
226.347.4522, www.e-clubhouse.org/kingsville
Lakeside Park by the Pavilion – 315 Queen St.,
Kingsville
Essex Summer Music Series
Enjoy some Jazz with What’s Up Doc. Bring your own
lawn chair or blanket.
7:30 pm – 9 pm
519.776.7336, www.essex.ca
Colchester Harbour – 100 Jackson St., Colchester
Windsor-Essex Pride Fest
Wednesday August 03, 2016 to Sunday August 07, 2016
Our festival is an explosion of Pride in the heart of
Downtown Windsor, attracting over 5,000 people in a
celebration of diversity.
Parade (Aug 7) starts at 11 am
226.348.3378, www.wepridefest.com
Parade begins at Ouellette Ave. & Elliot Ave., and
ends at Windsor Festival Plaza, Downtown Windsor
Wednesday August 03, 2016
Presenting the Essex Community Concert Band. Bring
your own lawn chair or blanket.
7:30 pm, Free
519.776.7336, www.essex.ca
Heritage Gardens Park – 87 Station St., Essex
Dolly Parton
Thursday August 04, 2016
Caesars Windsor is thrilled to welcome the most
honoured female country music singer, Dolly Parton to
The Colosseum stage on her Pure & Simple Tour. Don’t
miss this rare opportunity to hear her perform!
8 pm, $75 & up
519.258.7878, caesarswindsor.com
Caesars Windsor Colosseum – 377 Riverside Dr. E,
Windsor
visitwindsoressex.com
5 pm, Free
519.969.5500, www.Springz.ca
Springz Trampoline and Amusement Park – 2411
Dougall Ave., Windsor
The Incredible World of Bugs
Thursday August 04, 2016 to Saturday August 06, 2016
The beautiful, the unusual, the rare, the deadly, giants
of the bug world. Orkin Canada proudly presents
The Incredible World of Bugs, a spectacular exhibit of
hundreds of insects from around the world.
Thurs – Fri 9:30 am – 9 pm, Sat 9:30 am – 6 pm
519.966.3100, www.devonshiremall.com
Devonshire Mall In front of Hudson Bay – 3100 Howard
Ave., Windsor
Comber Fair
Friday August 05, 2016 to Sunday August 07, 2016
Our goal is to promote
agriculture, while
providing good, family
entertainment. Come
see the animals, midway
(Carter Shows), home
crafts, and the talent
contest; where the winners
go to London Western Fair.
$7/day, $15/weekend pass, Free/12 and under
519.687.3410 / 519.687.3607; www.cartershows.ca/
comber-fair/
6400 Community Centre St., Comber
Sausage Fest
Friday August 05, 2016 to Saturday August 06, 2016
With tons of great chefs from throughout the region
cooking up our delicious local sausage it is sure to be
a hit!
5 pm – 11 pm, $25/day
www.windsoreats.com
Canadian Historical Aircraft Association – 2600 Airport
Rd., Windsor
Jeff Dunham – Sold Out
Drinks of Walkerville Walking Tour
Afternoons in the Alley
Back by popular demand Jeff Dunham is returning to
The Colosseum. Jeff is one of the hottest comedians
on tour today with memorable characters including
Achmed the Dead Terrorist, Jose Jalapegno on a
Stick, and Melvin the Superhero Guy.
Take a jaunt with us through historic Old Walkerville,
learning about its architecture as well as some well
known and not so well known tales associated with
the neighbourhood. With a resurgence of interest
in the Canadian Club brand, guests can learn all
about a history of smuggling and gangsters during
prohibition from a uniquely Canadian perspective.
Afternoons in the Alley is
a series of summer events,
concerts and festivals
taking place in Maiden
Lane West, Downtown
Windsor.
Friday August 05, 2016
9 pm, $45 and up
800.991.7777, www.caesars.com
Caesars Windsor – 377 Riverside Dr. E., Windsor
A Little Paint, A Little Wine, A Whole Lot
of Fun!
Learn to paint with oil. No experience is necessary.
Please bring an apron and bring a box (16 x 20
canvas size) if you would like to take your painting
home immediately.
7 pm, $50
519.733.6551, www.epicwineries.com
Pelee Island Winery – 455 Seacliff Dr, Kingsville
The Wonderful World of Miss Conception
The Wonderful World of Miss Conception is dubbed
a “singing fairy tale show” highlighting a host of story
book characters, from Lion King, Beauty and the
Beast, and Frozen to Snow White, Little Mermaid,
Aladdin, 101 Dalmatians and Mary Poppins.
8 pm, $25
Facebook: Wonderful World of Miss Conception
Olde Walkerville Theatre – 1564 Wyandotte St E,
Windsor
Hallam Observatory Open House
Saturday August 06, 2016
The Hallam Observatory is open to the general
public one evening every month. If the skies are
clear we provide a naked eye sky tour of the stars
and constellations and use the telescope to view the
Moon and any planets that may be visible at that
time, as well as some deep sky objects. Please note
that this event is weather permitting.
9:15 pm, Free
519.984.3572, www.rascwindsor.com
3989 South Middle Rd., Comber
1:30 pm – 5:30 pm, $50 (Advance purchase only)
519.982.5212, www.windsoreats.com
Canadian Club Brand Centre – 2072 Riverside Dr. E,
Windsor
The French Connection Tour
A few explorers convinced several hundred
adventurers to risk everything to establish a new
life in this area. This is the story of their hardships,
accomplishments and “joie de vivre”.
10 am, $75
519.990.5379, www.thefrenchconnectiontour.com
Starting Point: Place Concorde – 7515 Forest Glade
Dr., Windsor
Toby Keith In Concert
Country music is coming to The Colosseum this
summer with superstar Toby Keith. Keith is Billboard’s
No. 1 Country Artist of the Decade and No. 1 Country
Songwriter of the Decade.
9 pm, $60 and up
1.800.991.7777, www.caesars.com
The Colosseum – 377 Riverside Dr. E., Windsor
2 pm – 9 pm, Free
Facebook: Afternoons in
the Alley
Alleys of Downtown
Windsor – Maiden Ln. W.,
Windsor
Escape Room
Are you cunning enough to escape the Fort’s
Barracks? Participate in Fort Malden’s new escape
room event and discover if you can decipher
the riddles to break out of the soldier’s quarters!
Reservations and pre-payment required for this event.
5:30 pm, 7 pm, & 8:30 pm, $24.50
519.736.5416, www.parkscanada.gc.ca/malden
Fort Malden National Historic Site – 100 Laird Ave.,
Amherstburg
Wine 101 for Beginners
Have you ever wondered how wine is made? How
about how to pair your wine with food? Come join
us for this fun interactive class at Coopers Hawk
Vineyard, ending with an extremely fun “Junk Food”
pairing with some of our wines.
Knockout Knapweed!
10 am – 12 pm, $30
519.738.4295, www.coopershawkvineyards.com
Coopers Hawk Vineyard – 1425 Iler Rd., Harrow
Join members of our restoration team to tackle the
removal of this invasive species from key areas in the
park. Call to register.
Randy & Sylvie Acoustic Duo Cruise
10 am – 12 pm
519.322.2365 x0, Facebook: Knockout Knapweed!
Point Pelee National Park – 1118 Point Pelee Dr.,
Leamington
Enjoy the Randy & Sylvie Acoustic Duo on your Detroit
River cruise.
Boarding 6:30 pm. Departure 7 pm, $30.97
519.258.0911, www.Windsor-River-Cruises.com
Windsor River Cruises – 1 Festival Plaza, Windsor
Model Airplane Show
Yoga in the Vineyard
Hop On W.E. Trolley Tour
Experience the exciting hobby of radio controlled
airplanes. War birds, jets, aerobatics. Half time show
with candy drop and glider competition for the kids.
A trainer type airplane will be available for budding
pilots to try.
Come unWINEd with us at CREW this summer!
Whether you’re a couple looking for a romantic day,
an individual looking for an adventure or a small
group of friends or family wanting to spend a fun filled
afternoon together…Our Hop On Wine Tour is just the
thing! This tour visits Muscedere Vineyards, Beacon
Ale House and Wolfhead Distillery.
Saturday August 06, 2016 to Sunday August 07, 2016
11 am – 4 pm, Free Admission, $5 parking
www.sunparlorflyers.ca
Tower Field – 4819 4th Concession N., Amherstburg
Cottage Cheese Thighs Book Signing
Sunday August 07, 2016
1 pm – 3 pm, $25
519.738.9800, Facebook: Yoga in the Vineyard
Colchester Ridge Estate Winery – 108 County Rd 50 E.,
Harrow
The Rum Runners Tour – Sold Out
The Rum Runners Tour takes you back in time to that
infamous period known as The Roaring Twenties.
11 am / 11:30 am, $85
519.738.2224, www.wetrolley.com
Windsor Crossing – 1555 Talbot Rd., LaSalle
Ciociaro Club – 3745 N Talbot Rd., Oldcastle
9:30 am, $75
519.990.5379, www.rumrunnerstour.com
Start Location: Franco’s Restaurant overflow parking
lot, located behind 1495 Tecumseh Rd. E., Windsor
Native Gardens Trolley Tour
1 pm – 4 pm
226.345.1921, www.jennsadai.com
Storytellers Bookstore – 1473 Ottawa St., Windsor
Jory Nash
Necronomicon
Jory Nash is an award-winning singer-songwriter and
storyteller who blends elements of folk, jazz, blues,
pop & soul into an original stew of sound.
1 pm – 4:30 pm, $15
519.776.5209 Ext. 245, Native Gardens Trolley Tour
River Canard Park – 9480 Malden Rd, LaSalle
Jenn Sadai is the author of Dark Confessions of an
Extraordinary, Ordinary Woman and Dirty Secrets of
the World’s Worst Employee.
Necronomicon (Montreal) is making a stop at The
Windsor Beer Exchange on their Okkultis in Canada
Tour with Abiotic (Florida) and Vesperia (Toronto).
Doors 7:30 pm, $15
Ourevent.ca
The Beer Exchange – 493 University Ave. W, Windsor
Lost Arts Festival
Stay for the day and enjoy hands-on activities, live
music, and games for children. Highly entertaining!
12 pm – 4 pm, $6/Adult, $4/Child
519.738.2029, www.erca.org/jrph
John R. Park Homestead – 915 County Rd. 50 E, Essex
2016 Great Waterfront Trail Adventure
Sunday August 07, 2016 to Friday August 12, 2016
Annual supported cycling holiday that includes so
much more than biking. Two Great Lakes, three
heritage rivers, islands, beaches, wineries, history,
camping (hotels option available), side trips to the US!
416.943.8080, www.waterfronttrail.org
Route: Pelee Island to Grand Bend
The tour will visit three different garden sites and will
feature experts on native plants and gardening.
Harness Racing
2 pm – 4 pm, $20
226.787.5862, Facebook: Jory Nash Live at Sho
Sho Art, Spirit & Performance – 628 Monmouth Rd.,
Windsor
Swine & Wine
Try some swine, down some wine and groove to live
musical entertainment.
12 pm – 5 pm, $10
519.733.6551, Facebook: Swine & Wine 2016
Pelee Island Winery – 455 Seacliff Drive, Kingsville
Yoga with Balance
Join us with Balance Yoga Studio on our Lakeside
Patio for an afternoon of yoga with wine and lite
appetisers. Tickets can be purchased at Balance
Yoga Studio in Harrow. Please contact for more
details.
519.738.4551, www.viewpointewinery.com
Viewpointe Estate Winery – 151 County Rd 50 E,
Harrow
Get up close for live harness racing at Leamington
Raceway; a Half Mile Harness Horse Race Track
located on the Beautiful Leamington Fairgrounds.
Post time 1:30 pm
519.817.9734, www.lakeshorehorseraceway.com
Leamington Raceway – 194 Erie St. N., Leamington
Eat Your City
Restaurant Week
Monday August 08, 2016 to
It’s time to celebrate
our local restaurants!
Diners and food lovers
can celebrate Windsor
and Essex County’s local
dining scene by taking
part in a unique culinary
event.
11 am – 2 am, $10 and up
Visit website for participating restaurant locations
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Show
The band formed in 2013 and plays original songs and
covers of bands like The Foo Fighters, Led Zeppelin,
The White Strips, Blink 182, and Paramore. Members
are Tristan St. Amour (drums), Lucas Gregetz (guitar),
Frankie Phillips (vocals), and Matt Taiariol (bass). Bring
your own lawn chair or blanket.
The winery will be lit for the festivities. Enjoy some
hospitality, local Cooper’s Hawk wine, andWilliam
Shakespeare’s timeless classic ‘A Midsummer-Night’s
Dream,’ conveniently all under a “midsummer’s”
night sky.
Finest collection of restored and running stationary
steam engine and antique tractors in Essex County
with 100s of tractors and machinery on display, and
craft and food vendors. Something for everyone!
Parade Saturday at 9 am.
7:30 pm, Free
519.776.7336, www.essex.ca
Colchester Harbour Park – 100 Jackson St., Colchester
Bring your own lawn chair or blanket and enjoy some
jazz with What’s Up Doc.
7:30 pm, Free
519.776.7336, www.essex.ca
Thursday August 11, 2016 to Friday August 12, 2016
Thurs – Sat 8 pm, Sun 1 pm
519.738.4295, www.theatrewithoutfear.com
Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards – 1425 Iler Rd, Harrow
Classic Car Cruiser
Do you have a classic car? Want to come hang out
for some old fashioned family fun, see some classic
cars and maybe win a prize or two?
5 pm, Free
Dougall Avenue, Windsor
Windsor Ribfest
Thursday August 11, 2016 to Sunday August 14, 2016
The annual Windsor Ribfest will feature several lucky
Ribbers who will battle for awards during the 4 day
event. Live entertainment is featured in our unique
beer garden with seating on the stage overlooking
the beautiful Detroit skyline.
Perseid Meteor Celebration
We’re staying open all night to view the peak of
this annual meteor shower. Join members of Royal
Astronomical Society of Canada – Windsor Center
later in the evening and enjoy the meteor show. Park
open all night between August 12 and 13.
$7.80/Adult $6.80/Senior $19.60/Group
519.322.2365 ext. 0, www.pc.gc.ca/pelee
Point Pelee National Park – 1118 Point Pelee Dr.,
Leamington
Be amazed as international street performers and
master chalk artists take over Windsor’s vibrant
heritage neighbourhood with spectacular daredevil
feats of circus skill and slapstick magic for all ages.
Nightly fire shows and surprises after dusk.
Fri 6 pm – 11 pm, Sat 11 am – 11 pm, Sun 11 am – 6pm
519.903.4751, www.walkervillebuskers.com
Walkerville, Windsor
50′s Diner Cruise-in
Every Thursday from 5 pm, Free
519.776.6909, www.ctmhv.com
Canadian Transportation Museum and Heritage
Village – 6155 Arner Townline, Kingsville
Fri 12 pm – 6 pm, Sat 10 am – 6 pm, Sun 10 am – 5 pm;
$6/Adult, $2/Child, $12/weekend, Fri only $3/Seniors
519.726.0606, www.essexsteamandgasengine.com
Co-An Park – 11071B Concession 11, McGregor
Walkerville Buskerfest
Thurs 4 pm – 11 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am – 11 pm , Sun 11
am – 9 pm; Free Admission
519.432.5189, www.canadasbiggestparty.com
Riverfront Festival Plaza – 370 Riverside Dr E, Windsor
Be wowed with free admission, door prizes, a quality
meal for a great price, and a chance to see a flock
of beautifully restored cars all in one place. Choose
to either bring your own classic car or come just to
look, but be guaranteed a good time.
Kingsville Folk Music Festival
Canada’s most southern town will play host to 30
national and international award-winning musicians
performing on the evening Main Stage and
interacting on the 4 daytime Session and Workshop
stages.
Fri 5 pm – 11 pm, Sat 10 am – 11 pm, Sun 10 am –
10:30 pm; $40-$60/Day, $95/Weekend
519.997.7777, www.kingsvillefolkfest.org
Lakeside Park – 315 Queen St., Kingsville
Boogie Wonder Band
It’s the 20th anniversary of the Boogie Wonder Band
and they’re offering an extraordinary celebration
reliving the disco years. Dance to all the famous disco
hits for an unforgettable evening with the carnival
ambiance of the glitz and glamour of the 70′s.
8 pm, $25 and $35
519.252.6579, www.chryslertheatre.com
Chrysler Theatre – 201 Riverside Dr. W., Windsor
Fermented Fridays
Bikes & Beers Cycling Tour
Join Canada’s CoOL FM as we head out all summer
long for Fermented Fridays, sponsored by Barrels
Bottles & Brews Trail!
Explore Windsor on a guided cycling tour stopping
at craft breweries and pubs to taste local craft beers
and other tasty treats!
Afternoons in the Alley is a series of summer events,
concerts and festivals taking place in Maiden Lane
West, Downtown Windsor.
3 pm – 7 pm
519.962.7268, www.shenaniganzpubandgrill.ca
Shenaniganz Pub and Grill – 6675 Tecumseh Rd. E.,
Windsor
1:45 pm – 5:45 pm, $65 (Advance purchase)
Starting point: Willistead Park – 1899 Niagara St.,
Windsor
2 pm – 9 pm, Free
Facebook: Afternoons in the Alley
Alleys of Downtown Windsor – Maiden Ln. W., Windsor
Butterfly Day
Border City Brawlers Roller Derby Game
Join us in learning about butterflies and lifecycles.
Find out how to create a perfect butterfly habitat.
Catch the Border City Brawlers’ All-Stars and
Canadian Clubbers in their 2016 home season.
Escape Room
Are you cunning enough to escape the Fort’s
Barracks?
5 pm, $10 at the door.
519.974.3500, bordercitybrawlers.com
Adie Knox Arena – 1551 Wyandotte St. W, Windsor
5:30 pm, 7 pm, & 8:30 pm, $24.50
519.736.5416, parkscanada.gc.ca/malden
Amherstburg
Perch-a-Palooza
Bilingual Exhibition Tour
The Rejuvenation of the Spirit Pow Wow signifies the
Caldwell First Nation’s repatriation ceremony.
We’ve planned another amazing festival, with
fabulous entertainment, a great seasonal menu, and
of course ~ fresh from the docks ~ Lake Erie Perch!
Join us for a bilingual tour of 1920s Modernism
in Montreal: The Beaver Hall Group with Jaclyn
Meloche, Interim Curator of Contemporary Art at the
AGW. Free with Gallery admission.
Fri 4 – 10 pm, Sat 11 am – 10 pm, $5
519.322.1766, caldwellpowwow.ca
Traditional Caldwell Territory – Seacliff and Bevel Line,
Leamington
12 pm – 9 pm, $10/Admission, $5/Food Ticket
519.564.1336. Facebook Perch-a-Palooza
Viewpointe Estate Winery – 151 County Road 50 E.,
Harrow
2 pm – 3 pm, $5 Gallery admission
519.977.0013, www.agw.ca
Art Gallery of Windsor – 401 Riverside Dr. W., Windsor
Annual Woofa-Roo Pet Fest
Amherstburg’s 2016 Music in the Park
BBQ Cooking Class
Presented by The Windsor Star, this FUNTASTIC festival
for Pets & their People features dock diving, dog
agility, lure coursing, flyball, police K9s, & more.
Friendly dogs are welcome to bring their responsible
owners.
Today, listen to the Essex Community Concert Band.
Bring your blanket or lawn chair for the best seat in
the house.
You’ll learn the tips and tricks of barbequing like a
competitive barbequer!
10 am – 12 pm, $8/child
519.819.5318, Facebook: Maidstone Museum
Maidstone Bicentennial Museum – 1093 Puce Rd. RR
3, Essex
Caldwell Pow Wow
10 am – 6 pm, $5/person or $10/car
519.903.5500, www.woofaroo.com
Libro Complex – 3295 Meloche Rd., Amherstburg
7 pm – 8 pm, Free
519.730.1309, www.amherstburg.ca
King’s Navy Yard Park Gazebo – Dalhousie St.,
Amherstburg
WSO Free Summer Concerts
Brass Quintet. Be sure to bring your lawn chairs,
blankets, friends, family even a picnic!
7 pm, Free admission
519.973.1238, WSO Free Summer Concerts
King’s Navy Yard Park – Dalhousie St., Amherstburg
$35
519.984.2684, www.north42degrees.com
North 42 Degrees Estate Winery – 130 Country Rd 50 E,
Harrow
E.P.I.C. Vintage Tasting
Taste the best wine and food from our region, along
with tasting & pairing seminars and beautiful music, all
set amid a stunning outdoor setting at Coopers Hawk
Vineyards.
Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm, $60
519.984.2684, www.epicwineries.com
Coopers Hawk Vineyards – 1425 Iler Rd, Harrow
Summer Concerts in the Park
Cruise of the Lower Detroit River
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Stiletto Fire performs modern hits & loved classics
to keep the crowd entertained and moving with
excitement.
Learn about Amherstburg’s deep connection to the
War of 1812, sail over the site of the first naval battle
where the U.S. ship, the Cuyahoga was captured by
the British. Round trip from Windsor departs 9 am from
Riverfront Plaza.
The winery will be lit for the festivities. Enjoy some
hospitality, local Cooper’s Hawk wine, and William
Shakespeare’s timeless classic ‘A Midsummer-Night’s
Dream,’ conveniently all under a “midsummer’s”
night sky.
12:30 – 2:30 pm
519.258.0911, www.windsorrivercruises.com
Kings Navy Yard Park – Dalhousie St., Amherstburg
Thurs – Sat 8 pm, Sun 1 pm
519.738.4295, www.theatrewithoutfear.com
Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards – 1425 Iler Rd., Harrow
Garden Walking Tour
Ouellette Avenue Dream Cruise
Tour King’s Navy Yard Park with our garden expert
who will share gardening tips, species info and more!
Rev up the engines on your car and drive down
Ouellette Avenue and Riverside Drive as part of our
own Windsor Dream Cruise.
1 pm – 3 pm
519.735.2184, www.tecumseh.ca
WFCU Square – Lakewood Park, Tecumseh
Live performances at the King’s Navy Yard Park
gazebo.
4 pm – 5 pm, Free
Amherstburg
WSO Free Summer Concerts
Brass Quintet. Be sure to bring your lawn chairs,
blankets, friends, family, even a picnic!
7 pm, Free
519.973.1238, WSO Free Summer Concerts
Windsor Sculpture Park at the foot of Bridge Ave.,
Windsor
Harness Racing
Post time 1:30 pm
12 pm – 1 pm, Free
www.amherstburg.ca
Gordon House – 268 Dalhousie, Amhurstburg
Seven-year-old Jivan Ramesh has played at Carnegie
Hall on two occasions and is listed on their website as
the youngest string player ever to play there.
7:30 pm. Free
519.776.7336, www.essex.ca
With free admission, door prizes, a quality meal
for a great price, and a chance to see a flock of
beautifully restored cars all in one place.
The Rio Michaels Trio appeals to everyone with its ever
changing list of modern and classic country songs
covering all the decades with just enough rock and
dance tunes to provide some variety.
7:30 pm, Free
519.776.7336, www.essex.ca
Classic Car Cruiser
Old fashioned family fun with some classic cars.
5 pm, Free
Dougall Ave., Windsor
Cruise and parade kick off 5 pm, Free
519.252.5723, www.cruisinouellette.ca
Downtown Windsor
Southern BBQ Weekend at The Vines
Y’all come by ‘n kick back with our smoky southern
BBQ platter for two. Featuring a slow smoked variety
of meats and all the proper sides!
12 pm – 4 pm, $60/couple
519.738.4295, www.coopershawkvineyards.com
Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards – 1425 Iler Rd., Harrow
Sip, Savour and Experience Leamington
This new festival will celebrate locally sourced food
and beverages designed to bring chefs, farmers,
winemakers, brew masters and local food producers
together to create a culinary experience.
Open 11 am, Free General Admission, $50/Signature
Experience
519.326.5761 ext. 1117, www.summer.onthe42.com
Leamington’s new waterfront properties – adjacent
to the Pelee Island Ferry Docks between Erie St. and
Foster Ave.
Theatre at Fort Malden National Historic
Site
Cycle Canada Erie Shores
Sunday August 21, 2016 to Friday August 26, 2016
The ride starts and ends in Windsor, Ontario. We’ll be
riding in southwestern Ontario’s lake district.
Come out and enjoy performances put on by the Fort
Malden players, to learn more about the incredible
history of Amherstburg.
$1125 + tax
800.214.7798 / 705.434.1100, www.cyclecanada.com
Downtown Windsor – Riverside Dr. at Ouellette Ave.,
Windsor
6 pm & 8 pm, $18.40
519.736.5416, parkscanada.gc.ca/malden
Amherstburg
Paying Cash – River Cruise
RiverBeats Cruise with Paying Cash. A Johnny Cash
Tribute Band.
Boarding 6:30 pm. Departure 7 pm, $35/Advance,
$40/on Aug 19
519.258.0911, windsorrivercruises.com
Elvis and Elton Tribute Show
Norm Acland Jr. as Elvis and Brian Harris as Simply
Elton will absolutely thrill you with dynamic solo and
duet performances.
8 pm, $22 and up
226.783.5069, windsorkingfest.com
Water’s Edge Event Centre – 2879 Riverside Dr. E.,
Windsor
Wine Trail Ride
Take a bike ride through the farmlands along the
Lake Erie coastline with a friendly cycle guide.
11:30 am, $80 (19+ advance purchase only)
519.982.5212, www.windsoreats.com/wineride
2 pm – 9 pm, Free
Wet & Wildlife Hawk Run
The French Connection Tour
A few explorers convinced several hundred
adventurers to risk everything to establish a new
life in this area. This is the story of their hardships,
accomplishments and “joie de vivre”.
10 am, $75
Starting Point: Place Concorde – 7515 Forest Glade
Dr., Windsor
2016 Glow Ride
Ride after dark with several hundred riders of all ages!
6 pm – 10:30 pm
www.glowride.ca
Riverside Sportsmen Club – 10835 Riverside Dr. E.,
Windsor
RCMP Musical Ride
This year we are especially proud because one rider is
a local Essex rider!!!
Run through misting stations, meet up with a water
sniper and encounter other wet and wild adventures.
10 am, $35, $5/Kid dash. Register online.
519.736.3772, www.erca.org
Holiday Beach Conservation Area – 6952 County Rd.
50 W., Amherstburg
Law Enforcement Torch Ride for Special
Olympics
Ride alongside members of your police force,
followed by a picnic, barbeque and entertainment.
Registration 8 am – 9:30 am, Ride 10 am – 3 pm, $30/
Driver, $20/Passenger (or $150 in pledges)
226.757.2113, torchrideontario.com
Atlas Tube Centre – 447 Renaud Line, Lakeshore
Garden Walking Tour
Tour King’s Navy Yard Park with our garden expert
who will share gardening tips, species information
and more!
Saturday 10:30 am & 3:30 pm, Sunday 3:30 pm, $16/
Adult, $10/Child
519.726.7682, www.wetra.ca/upcoming-events
Windsor Essex Therapeutic Riding Association – 3323
North Malden Rd., Essex
1 pm – 2 pm, Free
www.amherstburg.ca
Gordon House – 268 Dalhousie St., Amhurstburg
Walkerville Brewery Craft Draft 5K
Performing a variety of popular music from the 50’s to
today and an assortment of original songs, Allesandro
creates a diverse performance that all can enjoy.
This course of this fun, social and scenic beer inspired
5K run or 5K walk begins at Walkerville Brewery.
6 pm, $50
519.980.5440, www.runningflat.com
Walkerville Brewery – 525 Argyle Rd., Windsor
Summer Concerts in the Park
1 pm – 3 pm
Lakewood Park – 13451 Riverside Dr. E., Tecumseh
Paul Anka
Chubby Checker
One of the most popular teen idols of the late ’50s
and an accomplished singer, Paul Anka is known for
his hit songs “Diana”, “Lonely Boy”, Put Your Head on
My shoulder” and “Having My Baby”.
This tour visits Frank Brewery, Wolfhead Distillery and
D’Angelo Estate Winery.
The King of Twist, Chubby Checker, has been a rock
and roll icon for over five decades, with a Grammy
award-winning song “Let’s Twist Again” and Billboard
chart toppers like “Pony Time” and “Limbo Rock”.
8 pm, $40 and up
1.888.345.5885, caesarswindsor.com
Health and Wellness Sunday Stroll
Stroll along the blooming gardens of King’s Navy
Yard Park. Learn about our local vendors and unique
wellness products. Explore Amherstburg’s quaint
downtown center and its fabulous restaurants and
boutiques.
11 am / 11:30 am, $85
Steve sings and plays guitar, banjo and harmonica.
His “Friends” include Gord Harwood of Kingsville and
Joel Westlake of Leamington. Steve lives in Woodslee.
7:30 pm, Free
519.776.7336, www.essex.ca
8 am – 2 pm.
519.736.2771, amherstburg.ca
King’s Navy Yard Park – Dalhousie St., Amherstburg
The Rum Runners Tour – SOLD OUT
Tom Brough is a local singer songwriter who composes
rock, blues and country songs. Funk, soul and rock are
major influences on his music.
9:30 am, $75
Family Fun Day
Enjoy free swimming, clowns, Spitfires, rides, games
and shows.
11 am – 4 pm, Free
519.972.2747, www.stclairalumni.com
St. Clair College – 2000 Talbot Rd. W., Windsor
Harness Racing
Post time 1:30 pm
7:30 pm, Free
519.776.7336, www.essex.ca
Tecumseh Corn Festival
Enjoy delicious hot buttered corn-on-the-cob,
carnival rides, live entertainment, parade, and
vendors.
Thur 3 pm – 12 am, Fri 12 pm – 12 am, Sat 12 pm – 12
am (parade 11 am), Sun 12 pm – 7 pm
$3/Adult, $2/Children, Free/12 & under
Lacasse Park – 590 Lacasse Blvd., Tecumseh
3 pm & 8 pm, $10 and up/Matinee, $15 and up/
Evening
1.888.345.5885, www.caesarswindsor.com
Get prepared to be wowed! With free admission,
door prizes, a quality meal for a great price, and a
chance to see a flock of beautifully restored cars all
in one place. Choose to either bring your own classic
car or come just to look, but be guaranteed a good
time.
The Rum Runners Tour
At several locations you’ll disembark the bus to
intermingle with the characters and lunch will be
served at one of their famous haunts.
9:30 am, $75
Dora the Explorer Sing Along Adventure
Thursday August 25, 2016 to Friday August 26, 2016
Join us for Dora and friends in her exciting Sing-Along
Adventure in front of Hudson’s Bay. We know you’re
up for an adventure!
11 am & 2 pm
519.966.3100, www.devonshiremall.com
Devonshire Mall In front of Hudson Bay – 3100 Howard
Ave., Windsor
Stroll the Street
SUP and Sip
Mudpuppy Open Mic “Beat Night”
An upbeat urban experience with small town charm
geared for all ages. An opportunity to slow down,
visit with friends or make new ones while enjoying a
variety of food, music and activities taking place all
along Notre Dame Street.
Meet at Pelee Wings for a 2 hour Kayak or 90 minute
Stand Up Paddleboard rental followed by a patio
tasting of 4 CREW wines paired with gourmet cheeses
from The Cheese Bar. Enjoy a fun and relaxing
evening with beautiful scenery, good company and
great wines.
An enjoyable evening of, music, poetry, and
performances by local writers, musicians, and
performers.
5 pm – 9 pm, The last Friday of every month May –
September
519.728.4624, Facebook: Stroll the Street
Belle River-On the Lake – 419 Notre Dame St., Belle
River
6 pm – 10 pm, $50 plus fees ($25 Bring your own
Board)
519.738.9800, Facebook: SUP and Sip
Pelee Wings Nature Store – 636 Point Pelee Dr.,
Leamington
Toast and Jam Cruise
With some great vocal harmonies, an acoustic
guitar (and sometimes two) and a unique percussion
ensemble, these guys play a huge repertoire of
music, with pop, rock, folk and country from the
1950′s to today.
Russell Peters
Walkerville Night Market
A place for good times and great finds. The market
features local food producers, farmers, artists, crafts,
musicians and inventive, creative and fun products.
This is a child friendly event.
5 pm – 10 pm, Free
519.253.8226, www.walkervillenightmarket.com
The Willistead Restaurant – 1840 Wyandotte St. E.,
Windsor
“The French Connection Tour” Boat
Cruise
9:30 am – 1:30 pm, $85
Windsor River Cruises – 1 Riverfront Festival Plaza,
Windsor
8 pm, $30.97
519.258.0911, windsorrivercruises.com
9 pm, $59 and up
1.888.345.5885, www.caesarswindsor.com
12 pm – 6 pm
519.560.0470, www.mudpuppygallery.com
The Mudpuppy Gallery – 264 Dalhousie St.,
Amherstburg
Explore three centuries of French history and culture
while cruising down the Detroit River aboard the
Macassa Bay. Experience a celebration of music,
storytelling and culinary delights.
One of Canada’s favourite stand-up comedians,
Russell Peters returns to Caesars Windsor for his fifth
visit. The popular stand-up from Toronto, Russell Peters,
brings all new material to the stage.
Art By The River
Enjoy the art, music, magic and history at Art by the
River – an olde town, end of summer tradition since
1967.
10 am – 5 pm, $5/adult, Free/12 and under
519.736.2826, www.gibsonartgallery.com
Amherstburg
2 pm – 9 pm, Free
Movies in the Park
Gather your family and friends and bring a blanket or
a set of lawn chairs to watch “Shaun of the Sheep.”
A huge inflatable movie screen will be set up at the
large ball diamond at the Essex Centre Sports Park.
Dusk, Free
www.essex.ca
Baseball Diamond – 60 Fairview Ave. W., Essex
Live performances at the King’s Navy Yard Park
gazebo. Every other Sunday, an eclectic mix of genre
will fill the waterfront park.
Southern Ontario Vintage Bicycle Open
House
An event for all bicycle enthusiasts! Come take a look
at some great vintage and antique bicycles! Enjoy,
buy, sell, trade, display!
9 am – 4 pm
Facebook: Southern Ontario Vintage Bicycle Open
House
6871 6th Concession Rd. N., Amherstburg
Whether you’re a couple looking for a romantic day,
an individual looking for an adventure or a small
group of friends or family wanting to spend a fun filled
afternoon together…Our Hop On Wine Tour is just the
thing! This tour visits Oxley Estate Winery, Cooper’s
Hawk Vineyards, and Paglione Estate Winery.
11 am / 11:30 am, $85
4 pm – 5 pm, Free
Amherstburg
Harness Racing
Racing every Sunday in August, September, and
October. Weekly draws and events for fans and
families!
Post time 1:30 pm
Southwest Sound is a 6-piece band that plays classic
country and class rock influenced by bands like the
Eagles, CCR, Bob Seger, Merle Haggard, George
Jones, Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson. Bring your
own lawn chair or blanket.
7:30 pm, Free
519.776.7336, www.essex.ca
Summer Outdoor Concert Series
Colchester Classic Concert
Join us for a free outdoor concert at the LaSalle Civic
Centre featuring Al Fazio. Bring a chair or blanket and
enjoy an evening of local arts.
Artists’ displays, local history, book signing and
carriage rides at pre-concert (1 pm - 4 pm) at the Old
Schoolhouse. Flute Fusion will perform at 4pm.
7 pm – 8 pm
519.969.7771, www.town.lasalle.on.ca
LaSalle Civic Centre – 5950 Malden Rd., LaSalle
1pm – 6pm, $35 for Flute Fusion (on eventbrite)
519.738.4198, www.eventbrite.ca
Christ Church – 190 Bagot St., Colchester
The Late Night Talk Shows is a three-piece acoustic
rock band from Essex County. They have been
together for over a year and play all original music.
Bring your own lawn chair or blanket.
7:30 pm, Free
519.776.7336, www.essex.ca
Canadian Transportation Museum &
Heritage Village
Canadian Club Heritage Center
April - December
Wed - Sat: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm & 5 pm*
Sun: 12 pm & 2 pm
Guided tours of the Heritage Center
features 16th century Italian Renaissance
architecture, the making of Canadian Club
Whisky, the role this brand played during
the prohibition era from 1920 –1933, C.C.
Speakeasy Lounge, a visit to the Archives,
and a formal whisky tasting.
$12/adult; $10/senior
519.973.9503 x204
www.canadianclubwhisky.com
2072 Riverside Dr. E., Windsor
*5 pm tour is a 45 min Prohibition Highlights Tour
Walkerville Brewery Tours
Saturdays
Tours begin in our Retail Shoppe, with an overview of
historical Walkerville, the contributions of the Walker
family, and a look at the brewing industry in Windsor/
Essex from the late 1800’s to today. You will view
our 25HL brew house and learn about the brewing
process. Then, sample beer in the Tap Room.
Sat: 12:30 pm, 3:30 pm & 5 pm, $7/adult (19+ only)
Tap Room and Shoppe hours:
Sun – Wed: 11 am – 6 pm, Thurs – Sat: 11 am – 7 pm
519.254.6067
www.walkervillebrewery.com
525 Argyle Rd., Windsor
Museum Windsor - Chimczuk Museum
Tues - Sat10 am - 5 pm, Sun 11 am - 5 pm
Windsor’s premier museum destination that houses
permanent exhibits on the history of the Windsor area,
the Original People’s Culture and Legacy, and the
development of The City of Windsor.
$5 Adult, $4 Student/Senior
519.253.1812 x 2530
www.museumwindsor.ca
401 Riverside Dr. W., Windsor
Tues - Sun 9 am - 4 pm
The Museum showcases one of the finest collections
of antique, vintage and hot rod cars and trucks in
Canada South. The Village features over 20 heritage
buildings from the late 1700s up to the late 1920s.
Museum: $6/adult, Village: $7/adult ,
Package: $11/adult, Children & Family rates available
6155 Arner Townline, County Rd. 23, Kingsville
Free For All Walls Project
Ongoing
An ongoing project where alleys are turning into
galleries as professional graffiti artists create wall
murals. Contact ARTCITE for locations.
Anytime, Free admission
519.977.6564
www.artcite.ca
Artcite Inc - 109 University Ave. W., Windsor Tour the Ford City Murals
Self-Guided Tour
Explore the murals and fascinating auto history along
Drouillard Road. A self-guided Mural Tour booklet is
available at our Tourism Information Centres.
Free – Self-guided tour
www.fordcity.ca
Ford City BIA: Drouillard Rd. (from Riverside Drive to
the north and Seminole St. to the south), Windsor
Art Gallery Exhibits in Windsor Essex
Art Gallery of Windsor
June 25 - October 2, 2016
The Group of 7 (and Invited Contributors)
Something of a Numbers Game
1920s Modernism in Montreal The Beaver Hall Group
Wed – Sun 11 am – 5 pm, $5/Admission
519.977.0776, www.agw.ca
Art Gallery of Windsor – 401 Riverside Dr. W., Windsor
Gibson Gallery
August 1 - August 28, 2016
Celebrating 50 Years of Art By the River
Daily, Free admission
519.736.2826, www.gibsonartgallery.com
Gibson Gallery – 140 Richmond St., Amherstburg
Leamington Arts Centre
August 2 - August 28, 2016
City of Light: Visions of Paris 1969 - 1999
Protraits: Paintings & Mixed Media: Melissa Marchant
Fire & Ice: Andrea Mercier & Arlene Murphy
Tues – Fri 10 am – 4 pm, Sat 12 pm – 4 pm
519.326.2711, www.leamingtonartscentre.com
Leamington Arts Centre – 72 Talbot St. W., Leamington
The Mudpuppy Gallery
July 13 – August 9, 2016
Faces & Phases of the Mudpuppy Gallery
August 10 - September 3, 2016
The Art of Joan Cotte
Wed – Sat 12 pm – 6 pm
519.560.0470, www.mudpuppygallery.webs.com
The Mudpuppy Gallery – 264 Dalhousie St.,
Amherstburg
Adventure Bay Family Waterpark
& Cannon Cove
Soak up the fun with an ocean of awesome features:
5 giant waterslides (including Python, Whizzard and
Master Blaster), Flow Rider surf experience, wave
pool, Lazy River, Splash Zone, and much more. For
dry fun, Cannon Cove is a play place 3 levels high for
ages 3-12.
*NEW* EXTENDED SUMMER HOURS
Water Park Open Daily Cannon Cove Daily 10 am – 8 pm
9 am – 8 pm
Full Day: 42” and over/$23; Under 42”/$18
After 4 pm: 42” and over/$17; Under 42”/$14
Early Bird: 42” and over/$16; Under 42”/$11
Cannon Cove: $5/pp (1/2 price with waterpark tix)
**During early bird hours, only Lazy River, Splash Zone, Tot
Loch, and the Wave Pool will be in operation.
Windsor residents receive a $5 discount for the waterpark
519.974.2782, www.adventurebay.ca
401 Pitt St. W., Windsor
Fun Fridays at Devonshire Mall
Fridays
Visit us in Centre Court in front of The Bay. Each week
we showcase special events, shows and regular
activities for children.
5 pm – 8 pm, free admission
519.966.3100 www.devonshiremall.com
Devonshire Mall - 3100 Howard Ave., Windsor
Comedy Quarry Comedy Nights
Every Friday and Saturday
LOL! We are Windsor’s premiere comedy club. Join us
for the Border City Comedy Fest.
Fri 9 pm, Sat 8 pm & 10:30 pm, $15/per person
226.346.0646, www.comedyquarry.com
Comedy Quarry (lower level of Rockhead Pub) – 1444
Ottawa St., Windsor
Leo’s Komedy Korner
Every Friday and Saturday
Located inside Windsor Sportsmen’s Club featuring
live stand up comedy.
Doors open at 8 pm, $12/person
519.736.8269, www.komedykorner.com
Windsor Sportsmen Club
2401 Dougall Ave., Windsor
Windsor River Cruises
Check cruise schedule
Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens
Daily
A true tourism hot spot for all ages, Colasanti’s offers
retail plants, a Petting Farm, 18 hole indoor mini golf,
kiddie rides, bumper cars, inflatables, an arcade, a gift
shoppe, restaurant and more!
Mon – Thurs: 8 am – 5 pm, Fri – Sun: 8 am – 6 pm
Free admission
519.326.3287, www.colasanti.com
1550 Road 3 E., Kingsville
Best Darn Heritage Tour
Daily
Join our tour guide on a two hour canoe trip and
walkabout. Travel through time and learn all about
our local history. Topics covered on this tour include
rum running, Indian burial sites, muskrat farms, French
Canadian settlers, Wendat Indians, War of 1812 hot
spots, historical landmarks, bridges and churches. Visit
our facebook page!
$25/per person (min 4 people)
519.978.3672, www.rivercanardcanoe.ca
Essex Road 3 and Front Road, Amherstburg
On the Water Miniature Golf
Daily
Welcome aboard! We offer a delightful and relaxing
sightseeing cruises along the Detroit River.
A family fun facility, On The Water Miniature Golf
brags state-of-the-art 36-hole miniature golf courses
– “Pirate Island” and “Lost Island”.
Visit website for hours
$23.89 & up/Adult, $16.00 & up/Child 5 – 12 yrs
519.258.0911, www.windsorrivercruises.com
Foot of Caesars Windsor,
1 Riverfront Festival Plaza, Windsor
9 am - dusk, $9.95/adult, $6.95/child
519.735.9558
www.onthewaterminiaturegolf.com
354 Croft Dr., Tecumseh
(Located off E.C. Row at East Pike Creek)
Pelee Island Ferry Service
Live Harness Racing
Open Daily
Enjoy a 1.5 hour cruise over to Pelee Island for a step
back in time in our own private island paradise.
Departure times - check website, Fees & schedule check website, Office 8 am - 6 pm
1.800.661.2228, www.ontarioferries.com
Leamington Terminal - 490 Erie St. S., Leamington
Every Sunday, August - October
Get up close to a Half Mile Harness Horse Race Track.
Post time 1:30 pm
Kingsville Community Farmers’ Market
The City Market
Opens May 14, 2016
519.733.8162, www.kingsvillefarmersmarket.com
Facebook: Community Farmer’s Market
Summer location:
Carnegie Hall Parkette - 28 Division Rd. S., Kingsville
Open year round
226.674.2700, www.thecitymarket.ca
1030 Walker Rd., Windsor
Saturdays 10 am - 2 pm
Leamington Farmers’ Market
Saturdays 8 am – 2 pm
Amherstburg Farmers’ Market
Saturdays 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
May 21 - October 8, 2016
7680 County Rd. 20, Amherstburg
Belle River Farmers’ Market
Sundays 10 am – 2 pm
Opens from June 5, 2016
519.564.5128, Facebook: Belle River Farmers’ Market
Optimist Park – 705 Notre Dame St, Belle River
Downtown Windsor Farmers’ Market
Saturdays 8 am – 1 pm
May 28 - October 8, 2016
519.996.9157
downtownwindsorfarmersmarket.blogspot.ca
Charles Clark Square – 44 University Ave. E., Windsor
Fogolar Flea Market
Fridays 5 pm - 9 pm and Saturdays 9 am - 4 pm (biweekly)
Starting April 10-11, Ending August 28-29
Foodies, Fashionistas and Frugalistas unite! This Flea
Market has it all – everything from fresh Fruits and
Veggies, to Fashion and Accessories, to Antiques
and Collectables. A truly wholistic market the whole
summer long! Ample free parking.
Fri 5 pm – 9 pm, Sat 9 am – 4 pm, Free admission
519.739.1111
Fogolar Furlan Pavillion – 1800 North Service Rd.,
Windsor
Ford City Twilight Market
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday 6 pm - 10 pm
May 5 - Dec 15, 2016
519.915.9583 or 519-974-3500, www.fordcity.ca
Heimat Banquet Centre – 1367 Drouillard Rd., Windsor
519.326.2116
www.leamingtonfarmersmarket.com
Leamington Fairgrounds – Old Gymnastics Bldg
Erie St. N. & Wilkinson Dr., Leamington
Mon – Fri 9 am – 6 pm, Sat 8 am – 5 pm, Sun 10 am – 4 pm
Windsor Market Square
Tues – Thurs 8 am – 6 pm, Sat 7 am – 4 pm, Sun 10 am – 3 pm
Open year round
519.253.7374, www.windsormarketsquare.com
Windsor Market Square – 2109 Ottawa St., Windsor
LCBO Cooking Classes
Various dates
Night Market Series
Our local Chefs let you get creative as you learn how
to prepare some of your favourite menu items.
Walkerville Night Market
Last Friday of each month, 5 pm – 10 pm
Various times $30 and up
519.250.5121, www.lcbo.com
LCBO Roundhouse Centre - 3165 Howard Ave.,
Windsor
www.mynightmarkets.com
Opens May 27,2016
www.walkervillenightmarket.com
The Willistead Restaurant parking lot 1840 Wyandotte St. E., Windsor
Kingsville Night Market
2nd Friday of each month, 5 pm - 10 pm
Opens June 10, 2016
Behind the Post Office parking lot - 366 Water St.,
Kingsville
Tecumseh Night Market
3rd Friday of every month (except June), 5 pm - 10 pm
Opens June 24, 2016
12326 Lanoue St., Tecumseh
Olde Sandwich Towne Farmers’ Market
Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays, 9 am – 3 pm
Opens April 29, 2016
519.990.1055
Facebook: Olde Sandwich Towne Farmers’ Market
3199 Sandwich St., Windsor
Riverside Farmers’, Arts, Crafts & Flea
Market
Sundays 9 am - 2 pm
Opens May 29, 2016
519.903.0318, www.rscwindsor.com
Riverside Sportsmen’s Club
10835 Riverside Dr. E., Windsor
EPIC Wine Country
Daily
Wineries of Essex Pelee Island Coast (EPIC)
Come uncork our passion! Meander along our Lake
Erie North Shore and visit any one of the almost 20
wineries to sample award-winning vintages. See, smell,
sip and savour robust reds, crisp whites and delicate
ice wines our region’s winemakers so diligently create.
Check out our wine route map and visit one of our
many events that celebrate food, wine and song.
Approximately 11 am – 5 pm
(hours and prices vary by winery)
519.255.6530
www.epicwineries.com
Various locations, Essex County and Pelee Island

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