Weekend preview: Windsor-Essex events June 20-22
Here's a list of what's happening from June 20-22, 2025, according to the Tourism Windsor-Essex Pelee Island website. Do you have an event to add? Email us at ctvwindsorweb@bellmedia.ca.
Carrousel of the Nations
Friday June 20 to Sunday June 22
The award-winning Carrousel of the Nations returns!
Amherstburg Ribfest
Friday June 20 to Sunday June 22
It's official! The Amherstburg Ribfest is back in 2025!
Rose City Romance Conference
Friday June 20 to Sunday June 22
Book Lovers, This Is for You!
A Summer Solstice Event
Friday June 204:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Let's celebrate the summer solstice, which marks the day in which the sun is at its highest elevation and summer truly begins!
Amherstburg Night Market
Friday June 205:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Join us every Friday this summer for the Amherstburg Night Market - part of Open Air Weekends in downtown Amherstburg
Friday Night Lights Bike Ride
Friday June 20 6:30 pm
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.
Sacred Women's Circle
Friday June 206:30 pm to 9:30 pm
My Women's Healing Circle is not just a group; it's a transformational journey.
Lakeshore Summer Parks Concert Series: Lakeview Park – Richard Janik
Friday June 207:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Join Lakeshore for an incredible lineup of musicians and musical acts, coming to a park near you!
The Roots Take Centre Stage in The Colosseum
Friday June 20 8:00 pm
One of the world's greatest musical outfits, The Roots hit Caesars Windsor for a legendary performance on The Colosseum stage
Grand Evolution: The Best of Styx and Journey
Friday June 208:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Experience the golden age of arena rock with GRAND EVOLUTION, a high-energy tribute to the iconic sounds of STYX and JOURNEY, delivered by five world-class musicians.
British Beat 66 at the Tecumseh Bourbon
Friday June 209:00 pm to 9:30 pm
British Beat 66 will be rockin right here in picturesque Tecumseh. Join us for a wild evening. 519-956-9888
Family Fun
Dark Sky Nights – Point Pelee National Park
Saturday June 21
See Point Pelee National Park, after hours!
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The Thrifted Garden Flea Market
Saturday June 21 to Sunday June 22
Join us for The Thrifted Garden Flea Market at Anna's Garden Home and Wellness!
Downtown Windsor Farmer's Market
Saturday June 219:00 am to 2:00 pm
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.
Summer Kick Off Market
Saturday June 21 to Sunday June 22
Start your summer off right at our Summer Kick Off Market!
Celebrate Lavender Bloom
Saturday June 21 to Monday June 23
This year, we're shining the spotlight on LAVENDER in all its pure simplicity. We're going Back to Our Roots.
WIFF Presents: Women of WIFF Weekend
Saturday June 21 to Monday June 23
In June, WIFF will celebrate the Women of WIFF initiative with a special weekend of film screenings.
Pollinator Days
Saturday June 2111:00 am to 4:00 pm
Join us for crafts, guided hikes and lots of learning!
Arts & Culture
Philippine Independence Day Fiesta
Saturday June 2111:30 am to 11:00 pm
A cultural experience with edge, flavor, and generational soul.
Essex Centre StreetFest
Saturday June 2112:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Essex Centre StreetFest is a vibrant outdoor community event designed to bring together local businesses, artisans, food vendors, and entertainers for a fun-filled day in downtown Essex.
Cars for a Cause x Oneday Dreams Charity Car Show
Saturday June 211:00 pm to 5:00 pm
A truly phenomenal line up of cars!
Kingsville Block Party Summer Solstice (Cottam)
Saturday June 215:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Join us the third Saturday of each month through the summer for our community block parties.
St. Elmos Fire Dinner and A Movie
Saturday June 216:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Enjoy a screening of St Elmo's Fire
90's Retro Party Cruise
Saturday June 218:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Enjoy a fun cruise by Windsor Premier Cruises!
Entertainment
Patio Party & Comedy at Sidelines Sports Bar & Grill!
Saturday June 218:30 pm to 10:00 pm
We are bringing the comedy to the Sidelines patio on Saturday June 21st! Come join us on the patio for laughs, drinks, food & fun!
Concerts
Sunday Sounds – Oxley Estate Winery
Sunday June 22
Sunday Sounds is back this May at Oxley!
Windsor Assembly's Cars & Coffee
Sunday June 229:00 am to 1:00 pm
Windsor Assembly's Cars & Coffee, celebrating Chrysler's 100 years in Canada. Come on out on June 22nd from 9am to 3pm to enjoy the car show. The public portion of the event will have the car show and the back half will be a local vendors market. We will be collecting $10 per car for the car show and all proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Transportation Museum. We will be shutting down Chrysler Centre again this year, that's where the car show and vendors will be. Cars must enter from Tecumseh Rd. because all other streets will be...
Pints and Poses – Yoga Classes at the Brewery
Sunday June 22 10:00 am
Stretch and sip! Check out yoga classes at the brewery!
Free Bike Safety Day at Point Peele National Park
Sunday June 2211:00 am to 1:00 pm
This free event provides fun and interactive stations designed to orient young riders with bike safety and education
Board Game Sunday
Sunday June 222:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Sundays are the ultimate fundays at North 42 Degrees Estate Winery!
Music Bingo Trivia at Walkerville Brewery
Sunday June 225:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Join us for Music Bingo Trivia Sunday, June 22nd at 5pm with your host Mack Flash Entertainment. A night filled with a little bit of bingo, a little bit of trivia and a whole lot of music!
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