Detroit Lions Block Party

Detroit Lions fans are set to roar once again in the streets of Downtown Windsor as the city hosts an official Detroit Lions–sanctioned Block Party on Thursday November 27th, 2025, celebrating the Lions’ annual Thanksgiving Day Classic against the Green Bay Packers. This free, family-friendly event kicks off at 10 a.m. on the 300 block of Ouellette Avenue, transforming the downtown core into a sea of Honolulu blue and silver. Fans can enjoy a massive live viewing screen, NFL-themed activations, outdoor bars, local food vendors, and plenty of Lions pride in the heart of downtown Windsor.

At 1:05 p.m., the Lions–Packers game will be broadcast live from Ford Field just across the border, creating the ultimate open-air viewing experience for fans who can’t make it across to the game in person. By hosting this event, Windsorites will be able to take part in one of Canada’s largest celebrations of NFL football.

To cap off the day, fans are invited to stick around for a post-game concert on the main stage on Ouellette Avenue, hosted by the Detroit Lions, DWBIA, and Tourism Windsor Essex, featuring The Jody Raffoul Band performing live after the game.

BLOCK PARTY IS WEATHER PERMITTING

In the event of severe weather, visit detroitlions.com/windsorblockparty for weather conditions and cancellation information.

THE DETROIT LIONS THANKSGIVING DAY CLASSIC BLOCK PARTY

Where: Ouellette Avenue between Park St. & University Ave.
When: Thursday November 27th, 2025
Time: Streets open to the public starting at 10am
Game starts at 1:05pm
Free Jody Raffoul Concert post game
Cost: FREE

Tickets are sold out! Click windsor-block-party.eventbrite.com for details.

Note a ticket is required for entry into the event

Space is limited and event is subject to availability.

A ticket is REQUIRED for entry. If pre-registered, please have your Eventbrite ticket ready to be scanned upon entering the Block Party. All attendees must be pre-registered. For more information about accessing your Eventbrite tickets, CLICK HERE. If you did not pre-register for a ticket the Detroit Lons may permit access for fans if capacity has not been reached.

Entry Info

There are two entrances to the Block Party:

Ouellette Avenue and Park Street
Pelissier Street and Park Street

Please have your Eventbrite tickets on your phone and ready to be scanned upon entry.

Clear Bag Policy

Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” are permitted. All bags are subject to screening.

Home Safe Zone

Park Street West, between Pelissier Street and Victoria Avenue will be closed to through traffic from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. to create a space for the Home Safe Zone. Cabs will be onsite for those who need a ride home, and those taking cabs to the event can also request a drop-off in the Home Safe Zone. MADD Essex County volunteers will also be onsite to assist and promote safe choices.