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What's Up YQG: Windsor-Essex events Aug. 15-17

What's Up YQG: Windsor-Essex events Aug. 15-17

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Riverfront Festival Plaza is full of vehicles ahead of the Ouellette Car Cruise in Windsor, Ont., on Friday, Aug. 16, 2019. (Rich Garton / CTV Windsor)
Who's looking for some mid-August fun in Windsor-Essex?
Here are the events and activities taking place this weekend from Aug. 15-Aug. 17, according to Tourism-Windsor Essex Pelee Island.
Leamington Lebanese Club Mother Mary Festival
Thursday August 14 to Sunday August 17
You're all welcome to join us and celebrate the Feast of the Assumption and the Festivities (Lebanese Food, Entertainment and Drinks prepared by the Leamington Lebanese Club).
39th Madonna Di Canneto Festival
Thursday August 14 to Sunday August 17
Don't miss the 39th Madonna Di Canneto Festival!
Music On The 42 Summer Concert Series
Friday August 15 to Saturday August 16
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.
Windsor International Diaspora Festival
Friday August 15 to Sunday August 17
After a successful debut last year, WIDAFEST is back—bolder, brighter, and bigger—with a mission to once again unite the community through the power and pride of African and Caribbean culture.
Ouellette Car Cruise
Friday August 15 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Don't miss the annual Ouellette Car Cruise
Amherstburg Open Air Weekends – Farm Fest
Friday August 15 to Sunday August 17
Check out Open Air Weekends in Amherstburg
Amherstburg Night Market
Friday August 15 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us every Friday this summer for the Amherstburg Night Market - part of Open Air Weekends in downtown Amherstburg
Windsor International Black Film Festival
Friday August 15 to Sunday August 17
Don't miss Windsor International Black Film Festival!
St Clair College Centre For The Arts Presents: Terrace Dinner
Friday August 15 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Four course themed dinner with the menu revolving around the themed country or region of the week!
Friday Night Lights Bike Ride
Friday August 15 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 August 15 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Join Lakeshore for an incredible lineup of musicians and musical acts, coming to a park near you!
Enbridge Presents: Live at The Square with BB Anne
Friday August 15 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Every Friday evening from July through October 2025, Windsor's new City Hall Square plaza will transform into a hub of music, culture, and community with Live at The Square.
Queen: It's A Kinda Magic
Friday August 15 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm
Following the huge success of its 2024 Canadian national tour, Queen: It's a Kinda Magic is RETURNING IN 2025 by popular demand!
Tour Di Via Italia Bike Races
Saturday August 16
Windsor's little Italy will once again provide the back drop for another exciting edition of racing!
Downtown Windsor Farmer's Market
Saturday August 16 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.
Dropped On Drouillard
Saturday August 16 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
Windsor's only all-day urban street and culture festival, in the heart of Ford City on Drouillard Road.
Colchester Village Country Markets
Saturday August 16 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
The Colchester Village Country Markets are back for a fifth season!
Pressure Point – Two Day Esports Tournament
Saturday August 16 to Sunday August 17
In collaboration with St. Clair Esports, we're hosting our biggest fighting game tournament yet at the state-of-the-art St. Clair Esports Arena.
Resin Workshops- For Beginners!
Saturday August 16 10:00 am
Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to try something new. Spots are limited, so grab yours before it's gone!
Windsor Hip Hop Festival
Saturday August 16 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Come out to Ernest Atkinson Park and enjoy the Windsor Hip Hop Festival!
Kingsville Block Party Country Night
Saturday August 16 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Join us the third Saturday of each month through the summer for our community block parties.
Essex Centre StreetFest
Saturday August 16 5:00 pm to 9:00 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.
Murder Mystery
Saturday August 16 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Channel your inner detective as you help uncover a murderer in a classic 'whodunnit?'
Charcuterie & Wine Flight Night
Saturday August 16 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Looking for the perfect night out? Join us on Saturday, August 16th from 6–8PM for a deliciously curated experience where food, wine, and good company come together.
89Next Rock Band
Saturday August 16 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Enjoy a fun cruise by Windsor Premier Cruises!
Tecumseh Farmer's Markets
Sunday August 17 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.
Watercolor Workshops for Beginners
Sunday August 17 to Sunday August 24
Join Suela Prendi for two different workshops and learn how to use water colours.
Mats and Mimosas with FLO Studio Windsor
Sunday August 17 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
We've teamed up with Flo Studio to bring you an exclusive morning of movement, mimosas, and moments on - you guessed it - our rooftop patio!
Amherstburg Farmers Market
Sunday August 17 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.
Lakewood Summer Sounds
Sunday August 17 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Enjoy a lively and engaging experience
Board Game Sunday
Sunday August 17 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Sundays are the ultimate fundays at North 42 Degrees Estate Winery!
Music Bingo Trivia at Walkerville Brewery
Sunday August 17 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Join us for Music Bingo Trivia Sunday, August 17th 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! Music Bingo Trivia is always free to play and great prizes to be won! Participation is first come, first serve. Our taproom and snack bar will be open late to satisfy your appetites!
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