Experience Windsor – A Summer Full of Free Events

Riverfront Summer Series

The Riverfront Summer Series speaks to the essence of Windsor – unique events that tell the DNA of Windsor. From our roots in Prohibition to a nod to Motown’s influence in the city from our neighbours to the North, join us all summer long for these unique events . Admission is free and everyone is welcome!

Riverfront Speakeasy

• Saturday August 22nd | Legacy Beacon, Streetcar No. 351, Michael D. Hurst Legacy Park & Windsor Sculpture Garden
• 5pm – 10pm
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Great Canadian Riverfront

• Sunday September 6th | Dieppe Garden
• 4pm – 9:30pm
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Windsor Pizza Festival!

It’s the BEST spot to grab a slice! Featuring our unique style of pizza – join us and a variety of Windsor-style and other slices of pizza from across the city!

• Saturday September 19th | City Hall Square
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Staycation Activations

Sometimes the best summer adventures are closer than you think. Staycation Activation invites you to explore Windsor through a season of free experiences taking place at parks, recreation facilities, cultural venues, community spaces, and attractions across the city.

Whether you’re revisiting a favourite destination or discovering somewhere new, Staycation Activation offers opportunities to get active, be entertained, connect with your community, and experience more of what Windsor has to offer.

Dive-In Movies

• Various dates in August
• Windsor International Aquatic & Training Centre & Lanspeary Pool

Experience the magic of movies – with a view from the water!

City Cinema Saturday

• Saturdays in July & August
• Capitol Theatre & The Armouries

Free family-friendly movies and popcorn every Saturday morning throughout the summer.

Wheels Nights

• Select Fridays throughout the summer
• City Hall Square

Inspired by the nostalgia and energy of Windsor’s iconic roller-skating rink – Wheels! – the series will transform the square into a vibrant outdoor roller rink experience featuring music, lighting, themed entertainment, DJs, costumes, and roller skate rentals.

Free Community Swims

Free Learn to Curl

Free Skating

Neighbourhood Nights

Neighbourhood Nights brings the celebration closer to home with free community gatherings taking place in parks across all 10 wards of the city. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy entertainment, family-friendly activities and opportunities to connect with neighbours while celebrating the unique character of Windsor’s communities.

Click here to see the entire Neighbourhood Nights schedule.

• Ward 7. Forest Glade Park. Tuesday July 28th
• Ward 2. Mic Mac Park. Thursday, July 30th
• Ward 9. Captain Wilson Park. Tuesday August 4th

• Ward 10. Remington Park. Thursday August 6th
• Ward 6. Realtor Park. Wednesday August 26th
• Ward 8. Fontainebleau Park. Friday August 28th