• This event has passed.

Monday February 5, 2024 to Monday February 19

Family Day Fun Guide

Chase away the mid-winter blahs with exciting activities sure to appeal to the entire family. Browse through our Windsor Essex Family Day Guide for your personal cheat sheet to fun, laughter, and family memories to cherish forever. Still looking for more ideas? Check out the Family Fun section on our website for more fantastic ideas of things to do that your kids will love.


sean kenny’s animal super powers

Thursday & Friday 5:00pm – 9:00pm, Saturday & Sunday 9:00am – 3:00pm. Visit on Family Day, February 19, from 10:00am – 4:00pm.
Celebrate the long weekend by visiting Sean Kenney’s Animal Super Powers Made with LEGO® Bricks, an exhibition featuring awe-inspiring sculptures made from LEGO® bricks, is coming to the Event Centre at LaSalle Landing.

Friday, February 16 (PA Day): Open 10:00 am to 9:00 pm

  • From 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Velvet Edge Entertainment will be sending their strolling stilt juggler to dazzle the crowd!
  • At 2:00 pm, join our circus guided play to learn some new tricks. They will engage with families to create a playful and fun atmosphere for all.
  • From 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, visit the magician to provide some family-fun entertainment.

Saturday, February 17: Open 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

  • From 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm, join our circus guided play to learn some new tricks. They will engage with families to create a playful and fun atmosphere for all.

Sunday, February 18: Open 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

  • Join magician and mentalist Ron Gudel for some mind-blowing magic tricks from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

Monday, February 19 (Family Day): Open 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

  • Entertainment includes a Funny Family Music show by DJ Jon Brett at 11:00 am, a show by Mad Science at 1:00 pm followed by an Acro Show from Velvet Edge Entertainment at 3:00 pm.

Tickets are now available for general admission. Admission is $13 plus tax per person, ages three and up (prices online show the total cost including tax, $14.69 per ticket. Tickets will also be available at the door once the exhibit opens.

Sean Kenney’s Animal Super Powers
970 Front Rd, LaSalle
Order tickets


colasanti’s tropical gardens: family day deals

February 16 – 19.
Spend the day exploring all that Colasanti’s Tropical Garden has to offer and take advantage of the Family Day deal: Exclusively on Family Day Weekend, purchase 4 Mini Golf Admissions, 4 Petting Farm Admissions, and 4 Donuts for $40+tax. Grab a bite to eat and donut forget the most delicious part of any visit to Colasanti’s – donuts and peach juice! There’s also a Sign Painting Workshop taking place on Saturday February 17th with Lisa from You Can Do It DIY Kits: check out the hands on workshop where you can customize and create your own painted sign.

Colasanti’s Tropical Garden’s
1550 Road 3 E, Kingsville
Website


fun fridays at devonshire mall

February 16 from 4:00pm – 5:00pm.
Fun Fridays are best way to start your Family Day weekend. Enjoy aerial acrobatics, character performances, face painting and more every Friday during the months of January and February. Entertainment brought to you by Velvet Edge Entertainment. Check out Lollipop Lyra Atmospheric at the food court from 4pm – 5pm.

Devonshire Mall
3100 Howard Ave, Windsor
Event Page


Duff-Baby House: free admission

February 17 from 12 – 4:00pm.
It’s February and you know what that means: tours start at the Mansion! Yay! MARK YOU CALENDAR for Saturday, February 17th. Free admission! We’ll have our resident Voyageur, Matthew Drouillard on hand and in costume to talk about what winter was like for those intrepid trappers of the north.

Restoration work has started on this 226 year old beauty, so the home will be looking a little different inside and out.

Duff-Baby House
221 Mill St, Windsor
Website


free family fishing weekend

February 17-19. Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario for free. This means you do not need to buy a fishing license if you want to fish during Family Day Weekend! Bring the family out for a free weekend of fishing and quality time at the water!

For more information on ‘Free Family Fishing’, visit Ontario’s website.


free outdoor skating at lanspeary park

February 17 from 1:00pm – 3:00pm. Come for some FREE outdoor skating at the region’s best outdoor skating rink – bring the family and your skates (and maybe mittens) to enjoy skating from 1-3PM.

Lanspeary Park Skating Rink
1250 Langlois Ave, Windsor


free Family Day Windsor Express Game

February 19 from 2:00pm.
Celebrate Family Day with your family and the Express! Watch the Express tip-off against the KW Titans at 2pm at the WFCU Centre.

Free bowl tickets will be available from the WFCU Centre Box Office in-person only while they last on the following dates and times:

  • Tuesday, February 13th: 12pm – 4pm
  • Wednesday, February 14th: 11am – 8pm
  • Saturday, February 17th: 9am – 2pm
  • Sunday, February 18th: 11am – 6pm
  • Monday, February 19th: 11am – 2pm

*Limit of 6 tickets per person

Courtside Tickets are still available for purchase. Purchase courtside tickets online (wfcu-centre.com) or in-person at the WFCU Centre Box Office.

WFCU Centre
8787 McHugh St, Windsor
Tickets


windsor spitfires vs Soo greyhounds – family day/mickey renaud night

February 18 at 4:05pm.
Gather the whole family and make lasting memories on Family Day/Mickey Night! Share the joy of the game with loved ones as we combine the magic of hockey with the magic of family.

WFCU Centre
8787 McHugh St, Windsor
Tickets


big time entertainment

February 19 from 11:00am – 4:00pm.
Gear up for an epic PA Day at Big Time Entertainment on January 19th! Enjoy non-stop arcade excitement with the ‘Family Day Power Pack’ including FOUR $30 game cards for only $100 + 25% off pizza! Gather your crew and let the gaming adventures begin!

Big Time Entertianment
2411 Dougall Ave, Windsor
Website


adventure bay’s 10th birthday 

February 19 from 10:00am – 2:00pm & 3:00pm – 7:00pm.
We’re hosting our 10th birthday party on February 19th and you’re invited! Come join us between 10am-2pm & 3pm-7pm for our birthday festivities including cupcakes, lobby activities, and more! Our birthday kick-off ceremony will be at 10:30am with free cupcakes and hot chocolate. Admission will be at a discounted rate of $10 per person. Available for purchase on our website.

Adventure Bay Waterpark
401 Pitt St W, Windsor
Website


Family Day at habour house

February 19.
Celebrate Family Day at Harbour House! Bring the whole family and enjoy a delicious meal together. Kids eat free (under 12) with adult meal purchase and seniors (65+) get 15% off their meals! Make your reservations today through the link below!

Harbour House Windsor
9550 Riverside Dr E, Windsor
Reservations 


oxley’s family day special

February 19 from 12:00pm – 4:00pm.
We are celebrating FAMILY DAY with BURGER DAY! Bring the whole family out and enjoy a tasty meal together. Call 519-738-3264 or book your spot online through TOCK. Adult Burger + Bevvy $25 OR Kids Burger + Bevvy (juice or pop) $15

Oxley Estate Winery
533 County Road 50 E, Harrow
Reservations 


oven 360 pizza party

February 19 from Noon – 3:00p OR 5:00pm – 8:00pm.
Join Oven 360 for a ‘Kids Make Their Own Pizza’ event for only $13.99! Also, stick around for movies, colouring, and other activities for the whole family. Limited spots are available, so be sure to register online. Tecumseh location only. To register, email [email protected].

Oven 360 Tecumseh
12000 Tecumseh Rd E, Tecumseh


walkerville brewery

February 19 from 11:00am – 6:00pm.
Windsor’s marquee brewery will be open this family day. With plenty of good drinks and a one-of-a-kind vibe, be sure to include Walkerville Brewery in your Family Day weekend plans!

Walkerville Brewery
525 Argyle Road, Windsor
Website


aerosports windsor

Book your time online. This Family Day weekend, bring the gang to Ontario’s #1 trampoline park! With over 120 trampolines and tons of other activities to explore, Areosports has everything you need for the long weekend for the entire family.

Aerosports Windsor
7654 Tecumseh Rd E, Windsor
Reserve your timeslot here


crock a doodle

February 19 from 10:00am – 6:00pm.
We are open for pottery painting for family fun! Reservations highly recommended. Make yours today!

Crock A Doodle
4371 Walker Rd, Windsor
Website


clip ‘n climb windsor

All weekend long.
Climb to new heights this family day. Windsor’s fastest-growing Climbing Experience! Click to Reserve your booking on Family Day weekend and challenge yourself, and the rest of the ‘fam, today!

Clip ‘N Climb @ Central Park Athletics
3400 Grand Marais Rd E, Windsor
Reserve your timeslot here


Family day at ojibway nature centre 

Free programming for Family Day on Saturday, Feb 17th! Visit us this Saturday and join us for hikes, presentations, and crafts! Bring the whole family, there’s something for everyone!

Ojibway Nature Centre
5200 Matchett Rd


Family Day weekend at libro centre

February 17th & 18th

Saturday, February 17
Beginner Skating
11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
All ages. Skates not provided. Helmets encouraged.
Skate aids permitted

Public Skating
12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
All ages. Skates not provided. Helmets encouraged.
Skate aids not permitted

Family Turf Time
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Families can enjoy various sports stations, free play, Ninja Nerf, parachute and other recreational activities.

Sunday, February 18
Turf Tots
9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Ages 5 and under
Sponsored by Bright Child Montessori

Bird Presentation/Hike with Phil Roberts
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM (approximate ending)
All ages
Bird watching is the second most popular hobby in North America largely due to the popularity of feeding birds in our backyards. Enjoy a fun fact presentation on the more common birds attracted to your feeders. If weather and trail conditions allow, take a short hike on the Libro Nature Trail with Phil to test your winter bird identification skills.
Location: Libro Centre Community Room

NOTE: The Libro Centre is CLOSED Monday, February 19th 

Libro Credit Union Centre
3295 Meloche Rd, Amherstburg
Website

 

Instagram

Frolic through a field of beautiful flowers in Windsor Essex! Take a trip to Pelee Island for endless adventure! 🌻 Explore our region to its full potential with some of our itineraries listed on our website #YQG #WindsorEssex #DiscoverON #DiscoverYQG #DiscoverCanada #OntSouthwest

📷@a.lust.to.wander
...

43 1

Cold brews, hot brews and everything in between! Get your caffeine fix from a coffee shop or roaster in Windsor Essex including @redlanterncoffeeco. Whether it be a latte, a bold espresso or something completely new, you`ll find something to fall in love with in #YQG! ☕ #WindsorEssex #DiscoverON #DiscoverYQG #DiscoverCanada #OntSouthwest #coffeeculture ...

33 1

Birding Enthusiast! May marks the Festival of Birds at @pointpeleenationalparkcanada! From May 1st to May 20th, celebrate spring migration season with activities including the 100 species challenge! #YQG #WindsorEssex #DiscoverON #DiscoverYQG #DiscoverCanada #OntSouthwest #birding

📷@m.reachie
...

50 0