activities to do during the warm months of lockdown

Summer is here and with restrictions loosening up, people are looking ahead at what to do.  With that said, here are some activities and events in Windsor-Essex that you can do this summer to get you out of the house and doing something fun with the family.  Read our list and plan some summer fun!


Just a heads up, due to Covid-19, these events/activities may get postponed, cancelled or run with restricted hours.   Remember that social distancing and mask wearing still applies.

Spend some time outdoors:


Take a drive to Point Pelee or to the beach at Seacliff in Leamington
Take advantage of the nice weather and spend the day outdoors at the beach or in nature at Point Pelee.

Open Markets
There’s plenty of downtown markets to stroll, eat on the patio, and shop this summer.  Here are a few:


Downtown Windsor Farmers - shop for local produce, food and artisanal vendors and more at Pelissier Street and Maiden Lane on Saturdays from 8AM - 1PM


Kingsville Open Market: Located at Main and Division, stroll the streets of downtown Kingsville this summer on Saturdays 4:00 pm-10:30 pm.


Amherstburg Open Air Weekends 


Every Friday from 4-11pm and Saturdays beginning at 4pm till Sunday at 11pm, the streets of Downtown Amherstburg are open for visitors to experience outdoor patios, cafes and shops.

The Boonies Drive In:


With theaters closed, why not take a trip to Tilbury for a double feature of this summer’s latest blockbusters in the comfort of your car?  With a concession stand filled with delicious treats, support this family owned and operated business right in our area.
For more information visit: thebooniesdrivein.com


Lakeshore, 4625 Richardson Side Rd, Tilbury, ON N0P 2L0, Canada

Drive In Attractions at Rock Star Music Hall
Rockstar | Live. Music. (rockstarplatinum.com)

Pick your time, pack your car and treat your family to an amazing and safe experience.  Each show is 25 minutes long with special shows such as SteamPunk Circus coming up in July, make sure you check out their showtimes for other upcoming events throughout the summer.


Art by the River:


10 AM - 5PM
Support local artists with Art by the River.  $5 to enter, free for children 12 and under.
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Fort Malden Historical Site / August 28th and August 29th.