What's Happening in Windsor-Essex July 18-20
Here's a list of what's happening from July 18-20, 2025, according to Tourism-Windsor-Essex Pelee Island. Do you have an event to add? Email us at ctvwindsorweb@bellmedia.ca.
The Explorer's Secret: An Immersive Escape Room
Friday July 18
The explorer has been searching for a magical artifact for their entire life and they finally found it!
Amherstburg Art Crawl
Friday July 18 to Sunday July 20
Come experience a creative journey through the downtown streets of Amherstburg during this year's Art Crawl event
Windsor Symphony Orchestra FREE Summer Concerts
Friday July 18 to Sunday July 20
Grab your picnic basket and lawn chair and enjoy a FREE concert outdoors. Featuring the WSO Brass Quintet.
Blood Ties: A Musical Thriller by Johnson and Johnston
Friday July 18 to Sunday July 20
Check out Blood Ties: A Musical Thriller by Johnson and Johnston
Bridgerton Tea
Friday July 18
Join us in the eldest estate in the town of Amherstburg for tea, treats, and of course the greatest gossip. Lady Whistledown herself would not even dare miss this event.
Breath of Renewal Retreat
Friday July 18 to Monday July 21
Embark on a transformative journey with your hosts and anchors, Bouchra and Jenny, two incredible experienced practitioners and retreat leaders, as they guide you through the rejuvenating Breath of Renewal retreat.
Belle River BIA Car Show
Friday July 18 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Prepare to be amazed by a stunning collection of vintage vehicles, muscle cars, and hot rods. Tell your fellow car lovers and make plans to attend this must-see event!
Ron Leary – Live at the Square
Friday July 18 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Join us for the series kick-off this Friday, July 18, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Live Music Friday with Aaron Furlotte
Friday July 18 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Listen to some live entertainment by Aaron Furlotte while enjoying your pints!
St Clair College Centre For The Arts Presents: Terrace Dinner
Friday July 18 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Four course themed dinner with the menu revolving around the themed country or region of the week!
Tecumseh Twilight
Friday July 18 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Food trucks, classic cars, and a movie under the stars
Friday Night Lights Bike Ride
Friday July 18 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!
Lakeshore Summer Parks Concert Series: Comber Pavilion
Friday July 18 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Join Lakeshore for an incredible lineup of musicians and musical acts, coming to a park near you!
Bagpipes in the Burg
Friday July 18 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Bagpipes in the Burg returns to Open Air Weekends this summer.
Free Summer Concert: Windsor Sculpture Garden
Friday July 18 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Grab your picnic basket and lawn chair and enjoy a FREE concert outdoors.
Laugh out Loud with Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias at Caesars Windsor!
Friday July 18 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Laugh out loud with Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias live from The Colosseum stage
Dark Sky Nights – Point Pelee National Park
Saturday July 19
See Point Pelee National Park, after hours!
Forest Festival
Saturday July 19
Come on out for an unforgettable day filled with fun! Lots to do for the whole family!
LaSalle Pickleball Association Summer Tournament!!
Saturday July 19 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Summer Mixed Doubles Tournament at the Event Center.
Downtown Windsor Farmer's Market
Saturday July 19 9:00 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.
Colchester Village Country Markets
Saturday July 19 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
The Colchester Village Country Markets are back for a fifth season!
Walkerville Art Walk
Saturday July 19 11:00 am to 10:00 pm
The annual Walkerville Art Walk is back.
Windsor Cocktail Festival
Saturday July 19 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Windsor's ultimate cocktail celebration is back and better than ever!
Kingsville Block Party Kid's Night
Saturday July 19 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Join us the third Saturday of each month through the summer for our community block parties.
Drop-In Tinsmithing Classes
Saturday July 19 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Learn how to tinsmith like a pro!
Blaze of Story Essex County Tour 2025
Saturday July 19 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
A regional storytelling series celebrates heritage, memory, and local voices across five Ontario communities.
Music On The 42 Summer Concert Series
Saturday July 19 7:30 pm
The Municipality of Leamington, in partnership with The Bank Theatre, is pleased to announce the full lineup for the highly anticipated Music Onthe42 Summer Concert Series, returning to the SUNSET® Amphitheatre at Seacliff Park.
90's Replay cruise
Saturday July 19 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Enjoy a fun cruise by Windsor Premier Cruises!
Tecumseh Farmer's Markets
Sunday July 20 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Join us this summer to connect, support local artisans, and celebrate the talents and spirit of the Town of Tecumseh.
Dog Days of Summer
Sunday July 20 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Bring your furry friends and join us for a day filled with fun, excitement, and everything dog-related.
Pints & Poses
Sunday July 20 10:00 am
Stretch and sip! Check out yoga classes at the brewery! $20 for an hour of yoga and a pint of beer!
Summer in the City Classic Car Show
Sunday July 20 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
The Fogolar Furlan Club invites you to enjoy a relaxed summer day surrounded by classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles of all makes and models at the Summer in the City Classic Car Show!
SOLD OUT: Rum Runners Tour
Sunday July 20 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
The Rum Runners Tour is currently sold out through October.
Wolfhead Distillery 80's Summer Bash
Sunday July 20 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Get your groove on at Wolfhead Distillery's 80's Summer Bash!
Amherstburg Farmers Market
Sunday July 20 12:00 pm to 4:30 pm
The Amherstburg Farmers Market is a welcoming, outdoor space offering a deliberate and diverse, hand-selected lineup of farmers, makers and creators.
Willistead Manor Summer Tours
Sunday July 20 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Enjoy summer tours of Willistead Manor
Board Game Sunday
Sunday July 20 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Sundays are the ultimate fundays at North 42 Degrees Estate Winery!
Brewery Unplugged: Open Mic Night
Sunday July 20 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Join us for Brewery Unplugged on Sunday, July 20th from 5-8pm.
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