Windsor Essex Holiday Guide

The holiday season is almost here and in Windsor Essex there is lots to discover & do to stay festive! Use our holiday guide all the way through New Years Eve to find ways to celebrate, stay busy & have fun!

• Our 7th Annual Holiday Gift Guide features 260+ local artisans, small businesses, shops and events to support this season
• Our 2025 Holiday Event Guide is filled with festive things to do in and around Windsor & Essex County
• Our Holiday Lights Pass and your chance to WIN a $500 shopping spree to Devonshire Mall
• The holiday edition of the Night Market Hop, guiding you to night market & artisan events this holiday season
• Introducing Hops, the Elf on the Bar Shelf, and your chance to win from our craft breweries, cideries & distilleries
• Light Festivals to take the family to and create new memories while making spirits bright
• Check out our Official Visitor Guide and get ready to plan some more happy experiences all year long

Holiday Recipes

Cocktail Recipes

Local Wine Pairings

Local Shopping Guide

Holiday Inspo - Read Our Blogs

All Seasonal

Shine Bright: Nina’s Guide to the Holiday Lights Festivals Pass

Your Exclusive Preview to the 2025 Holiday Gift Guide

A Weekend In Windsor Essex

Getting Ready To Entertain

Tourist In Your Own City

A Very Yummy Yuletide

Sip, Savor, and Celebrate: Local Holiday Cocktails to Toast the Season

Shop Local, Feast Local: 5 Recipes for a Homegrown Holiday Table

Christmas Getaway to Windsor Essex

Last Minute Local: 12 Festive Favourites for Entertaining Made Easy

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