Windsor, fall is creeping in but the calendar is still packed.
This week (Sep 10–17) Nelly headlines The Colosseum at Caesars, 16 local farms throw open their doors for Open Farms Day, and the Night Market Hop kicks off a fresh run of markets after dark. Add live theatre, comedy from Windsor Laughs, and a waterfront half marathon, and there's plenty to keep you busy.
Here's your full guide to the best of Windsor-Essex this week.

🎸 September 19 – Foreign Journey: The Best of Foreigner & Journey
7:30 PM | Chrysler Theatre, 201 Riverside Dr, Windsor

Prepare to be transported back to the golden age of arena rock with Foreign Journey, a high-energy tribute featuring five world-class musicians celebrating the iconic sounds of Foreigner and Journey. This special benefit event supports Hiatus House and its work helping women and children affected by domestic violence. 🤘🎶

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Windsor’s music scene is stacked this season—from techno nights and live summer DJ parties, there’s a sound for every vibe and every night out.

🎤 September 10 – Assaf Live in Windsor
7:00 PM | Ciacaro Club
Enjoy an evening of live Arabic music as Assaf takes the stage in Windsor for a special concert celebrating Arabic music and culture.

🎤 September 10 – Nelly Returns to The Colosseum Stage
8:00 PM | The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor
Get ready for an exciting night of live music as Nelly returns to The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor on September 10.

🎶 September 12 – Lakhwinder Wadali: Lajpalan Live in Windsor
6:00 PM | Chrysler Theatre, St. Clair College Centre for the Arts
Experience an evening of live Punjabi music as Lakhwinder Wadali brings Lajpalan to Windsor. Enjoy a special concert celebrating Punjabi music and culture, with both main floor and balcony tickets available.

🎸 September 12 – Keep The Faith: Bon Jovi Tribute
See event details | SUNSET® Amphitheatre
Get ready for an exciting night of live rock music as Keep The Faith, a high-energy Bon Jovi tribute, takes the stage at the SUNSET® Amphitheatre. Part of Leamington’s 2026 Music Onthe42 Summer Concert Series.

🎤 September 16 – Open Mic Night with The Indiana Drones
See event details | Cookie Bar
Something monstrous is awakening on Drouillard Road! Join Cookie Bar for Open Mic Night, featuring live music by The Indiana Drones.

Windsor’s comedy scene is bringing nonstop laughs with stand-up showcases, lighting up intimate venues all across the city.

😂 September 12 –The Bridge: DETROIT Edition LIVE Comedy
8 PM | Tipsy Toucan
Josh Adams is crossing the border with 2 of his funniest friends for his bi-monthly Detroit takeover of the Windsor Laughs Comedy Club!

😂 September 15 – Phongheads Comedy Showcase
8:30 PM – 9:30 PM | Phog Lounge
Enjoy a night of live stand-up comedy at the Phongheads Comedy Showcase, a recurring weekly comedy event featuring local and visiting comedians in downtown Windsor.

🇲🇽 September 11 – 216th Anniversary of Mexico’s Independence Celebration
See event details | Pelee Island Winery
Join the community on September 11 for an unforgettable celebration marking the 216th Anniversary of Mexico’s Independence. The event will feature the traditional “Grito” civic ceremony, presided over by the Consul of Mexico in Leamington, honouring Mexico’s independence and celebrating Mexican culture and heritage.

🤠 September 12 – Hellenic Cultural Centre Grand Reopening Celebration
6:30 PM | Hellenic Cultural Centre
Round up your friends and celebrate the end of summer at the Hellenic Cultural Centre’s One Last Summer Hoedown. Enjoy an evening filled with great food, music, dancing, and country-themed fun as the community comes together for a memorable summer send-off.

💼 September 12 – Windsor-Essex Business Expo 2026
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM | The WFCU Centre
Connect with Windsor–Essex’s business community at the Windsor-Essex Business Expo 2026, a high-energy day focused on connection, opportunity, and growth. Meet local businesses, discover new ideas and opportunities

🌾September 12 – W.E. Heart Local Open Farms Day
9:00 AM | Various Locations, Windsor-Essex
Get ready for a day of on-the-farm fun as local farms, growers, producers, and markets open their doors for exclusive behind-the-scenes tours. This year’s tour features 16 different stops, with each participating location offering unique, family-friendly experiences based on its farm or production facility.

🇷🇸 September 12 – Šljivofest
4:00 PM | Serbian Centre
Join the Serbian Centre for Šljivofest, an annual celebration of Serbian culture, food, and tradition. Enjoy a traditional Serbian meal featuring knedle (plum dumplings), live music by Mystique Band, and a lively folklore performance by Opanak. It’s a wonderful opportunity to experience Serbian heritage, music, food, and community in a festive atmosphere.

🐦 September 12 – Atwood-Gibson Bird Centre Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
12:00 PM | Atwood-Gibson Bird Centre
Celebrate the official opening of the Atwood-Gibson Bird Centre, the new home of the Pelee Island Bird Observatory’s migration science, conservation, and education programs. The centre honours the legacy of Margaret Atwood and Graeme Gibson while supporting ongoing efforts to better understand and protect migratory birds on Pelee Island

🎉 September 12 – WECHS 100th Birthday Party Open House
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Windsor/Essex County Humane Society
Celebrate a century of caring for animals at the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society’s 100th Birthday Party Open House! Join the community for a fun-filled celebration for the whole family, with an opportunity to visit the Humane Society and mark this incredible 100-year milestone together.

🍂 September 11–12 – Last Call Before Fall
6:00 PM – 11:59 PM | Event Centre at LaSalle Landing
Celebrate the flavours of the region at Last Call Before Fall, bringing the best of local food, drinks, vendors, and community together in one place.

🎨 September 14–20 – Coming Together: A Collaborative Arts-Based Reconciliation Celebration
See event details | The Quarry on Pelee Island
Join Stone and Sky Music & Arts for a week-long celebration bringing Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists together through artists’ residencies, workshops, performances, cultural exchange, ancestral stories, and land-based practices.

🔔 September 17 – Sacred Sound at Water’s Edge: An Evening of Sound Healing
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Water’s Edge Event Centre
Join Shannon of Hawthorn Healing for a deeply relaxing evening of sound healing in the beautiful Water’s Edge Event Centre. The experience includes a short grounding meditation, a 45-minute sound healing journey featuring crystal singing bowls and other instruments, followed by quiet time for reflection and relaxation

Enjoy markets, shows, fashion at Windsor.

🌙 September 10–25 – Windsor Essex Night Market Hop
See event details | Various Locations, Windsor-Essex
The Night Market Hop is here! Explore Windsor-Essex after dark with a vibrant mix of markets, music, makers, and memories.

🍎 September 10 – Thiessen Orchards Opening Day
See event details | Thiessen Apple Orchards
Get ready for the return of autumn fun at Thiessen Orchards! Opening day is September 10, bringing back all your favourite attractions, family-friendly activities, and seasonal autumn vibes, with the possibility of a few new surprises along the way.

🌊 September 11 – Leamington Waterfront Market Nights
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Leamington Waterfront Market Plaza
Enjoy an evening by Lake Erie as Waterfront Market Nights makes its debut at Leamington’s new Waterfront Market Plaza.

🛍️ September 11 – Back to School Stroll the Street
See event details | Notre Dame Street
Kick off the new school year with Back to School Stroll the Street, an upbeat evening of fun, shopping, and community connection.

🎥 September 11 – Living with Drones
See event details | Capitol Theatre
Living with Drones is an interactive live journalism show examining the devastating and traumatic impacts of drone warfare in the Gaza Strip.

🎭 September 11–13 – BRC Theatre Co. Presents Mean Girls
See event details | Sho Art, Spirit & Performance
BRC Theatre Co. proudly presents Mean Girls, the hit musical based on the iconic Paramount Pictures film.

🎭 September 11–19 – All My Sons at Kordazone Theatre
See event details | Kordazone Theatre
Experience Arthur Miller’s powerful drama All My Sons, his first major Broadway success, which premiered in 1947 and went on to win both the New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best New Play and the Tony Award® for Best Author.

🥕 September 12 – Downtown Windsor Farmers’ Market
See event details | Downtown Windsor
Visit the Downtown Windsor Farmers’ Market and discover farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, produce, and unique artisan food products showcasing some of the best local offerings from the region.

🎨 September 12 – Evil Eye Mandala Painting Workshop
1:00 PM | Celeste Cafe
Join this relaxing and creative afternoon workshop and learn to paint a beautiful Evil Eye Mandala using acrylic dot-painting techniques.

🛍️ September 12 – Lakeside Market
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Atlas Tube Centre
Discover the Lakeside Market, presented by Lakeside Home Solutions, bringing together local farmers, growers, makers, artisans, small businesses, food vendors, and community organizations.

🏛️ September 12 – Lakeside Market at Historic St. Joachim Catholic Church
8:00 AM | 927 St. Joachim L’Association
Celebrate the grand opening of Lakeside Market in cooperation with 927 St. Joachim L’Association and the opening of the newly renovated lower level of the historic St. Joachim Catholic Church.

🛍️ September 12–13 – Fall Outdoor Flea Market
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Canadian Transportation Museum and Heritage Village
Browse a variety of unique finds at the Fall Outdoor Flea Market. Held rain or shine, this weekend market is a great opportunity to explore outdoor vendors and discover vintage items, collectibles, handmade goods, and more while enjoying the historic surroundings.

🎈 September 12–13 – Children’s Fest
See event details | Central Park Athletics
Bring the whole family to Children’s Fest, a fun-filled celebration where kids can simply be kids and create unforgettable memories with the people who love them.

🎪 September 13 – Cottam Rotary Fall Fair
9:00 AM | Ridgeview Park
Spend a fun-filled day at the Cottam Rotary Fall Fair, where admission and all activities are completely FREE! Enjoy bouncy castles, train rides, pony rides, a petting zoo, Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling, live music and entertainment, and so much more.

🧁 September 13 – Baking Series Workshop: Cake Pop Creations
See event details | St. Clair College
Learn the art of creating the perfect cake pops in this hands-on baking workshop. Discover how to prepare and crumble cake for the ideal texture, then learn how to shape, secure, and balance each pop for consistent, professional-looking results.

🌿 September 13 – Lakewood Mini Market
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Lakewood Park
Shop local and support the community at the Lakewood Mini Market, held on the Plaza on the second and fourth Sunday of each month through September.

🌾 September 13 – Sunday Farmers Market
See event details | WindsorEats Food Hall
Shop local, eat well, and enjoy a relaxed Sunday at the Sunday Farmers Market at WindsorEats Food Hall.

🍣 September 17 – Kona Sushi Masterclass
See event details | Kona Lakeshore
Have you always wanted to learn how to make your own sushi? Join the Kona Sushi Masterclass for a hands-on culinary experience where professional instructors will teach you the techniques and skills you need to create delicious sushi at home.

Enjoy games, trivia and dinner nights in Windsor.

🎨 September 10–27 – On the Wall, Off the Wall 3
See event details | Gibson Gallery
Explore On the Wall, Off the Wall 3, an exhibition bringing together two returning artists whose work blurs the line between the familiar and the unexpected.

🧠 September 10 – Trivia Night at The Manchester Bar
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | The Manchester Bar
Put your knowledge to the test at Trivia Night at The Manchester Bar, a weekly event held in downtown Windsor as part of the BIA’s recurring events lineup.

✨ September 11 – Tecumseh BIA Twinkling Lights Night Market
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Tecumseh Royal Canadian Legion
Enjoy a fun-filled evening at the Twinkling Lights Night Market, featuring unique vendors, games, food, entertainment, and plenty of summertime fun.

🌌 September 12 – Dark Sky Night
7:30 PM | Point Pelee National Park
Explore Point Pelee National Park after dark and experience the beauty of its night skies during Dark Sky Night.

🍁 September 12 – Taste of Walkerville
11:00 AM | Walkerville, Windsor
Get ready to indulge in the flavours of Walkerville at the annual Taste of Walkerville. Explore the neighbourhood, discover local favourites, and enjoy a celebration of the community’s food, businesses, and unique atmosphere as Walkerville welcomes the arrival of fall.

🧸 September 12 – Tecumseh Legion Toy Show
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Royal Canadian Legion Branch #644
The Windsor Toy Show is coming to Royal Canadian Legion Branch #644 for the first time! Browse a variety of toys, collectibles, and unique finds while enjoying an afternoon dedicated to toy enthusiasts and collectors

🎲 September 16 – Game Nights @ Central Library for Kids!
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Windsor Public Library, Central Branch
Kids can enjoy a fun weekly game night at the Central Library in downtown Windsor.

🎨 September 17 – Paint Night “Fall Bouquet”
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | The Bistro at the River
Enjoy a cozy and creative autumn evening at The Bistro at the River with a fun Paint Night featuring a beautiful “Fall Bouquet” theme.

Enjoy the sports events in Windsor of your choice!

♿ September 11 – Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All
10:00 AM | Ridgeview Park
Celebrate accessibility, inclusion, connection, and community at Fest-for-All 2026, a free community event welcoming people of all ages and abilities.

🎳 September 12 – Forest Glade Optimist Junior Bowling
See event details | SuperBowl Lanes
Give kids the chance to learn the skills of bowling, meet new friends, and have fun in a welcoming junior bowling league. It’s a great way for children to build confidence, develop their bowling skills, and enjoy time with others in the community.

🏃 September 13 – 2026 Windsor Waterfront Half Marathon + 5K
See event details | Riverfront Festival Plaza
Get ready for the Windsor Waterfront Half Marathon + 5K, returning for 2026 with an exciting race experience along Windsor’s waterfront.

🏈 September 13 – Raise the Roar: Detroit Lions vs. New Orleans Saints Watch Party
See event details | Factory House
Kick off the 2026 NFL season with the Detroit Lions Raise the Roar Canadian Bar Tour at Factory House in Windsor.

🏇 September 13 – Leamington Raceway Horse Races
1:00 PM | Leamington Raceway
Head out to Leamington Raceway for an exciting Sunday of live horse racing and seasonal entertainment.

🏅 September 14–20 – National Coaches Week
See event details | Town of Essex
The Town of Essex celebrates National Coaches Week by recognizing the tremendous positive impact coaches have on athletes, teams, and communities. The week honours the approximately 300,000 coaches across Canada.

🏌️ September 17 – BIAWE Golf Tournament
11:00 AM | Kingsville Golf and Country Club
Tee off for a great cause at the annual BIAWE Golf Tournament, bringing together golfers, community members, and supporters for a full day of golf, prizes, food, and community spirit. The event supports the Brain Injury Association of Windsor and Essex County

That's your week across Windsor-Essex. Whether you're catching Nelly at Caesars, touring a local farm for Open Farms Day, or grabbing a bite at Šljivofest, there's plenty to keep you busy as summer winds down. Get out there, support local — we'll be back next week with another roundup of the region's best.
— Windsor Pulse