Kid-Friendly Events

Location: Seacliff Park, Leamington

Time: Friday 4:00–11:00 PM; Saturday from 7:00 AM; Sunday from 8:00 AM

A large motorcycle, music and barbecue festival featuring food trucks, vendors, wrestling, motorcycle displays and freestyle motocross shows. Kid-friendly highlights include pancake breakfasts, daytime stunt shows and the Junior Bike Rodeo on Sunday at 11:30 AM. Evening concerts and the beer garden may be better suited to adults and older children.

Location: Richmond, Dalhousie and Murray Streets, Downtown Amherstburg

Time: Friday at 3:00 PM – Sunday at 8:00 PM

Downtown Amherstburg celebrates its history with heritage tours, period entertainment, music and historical demonstrations. Kid-friendly highlights include the Youth Town Crier Competition, outdoor chess tournament, parades, costumed performers and nearby activities at Fort Malden.

Location: Fort Malden National Historic Site, 100 Laird Avenue, Amherstburg

Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily

History comes alive with costumed re-enactors, military drills, cooking demonstrations, live music, horses, encampments and historical presentations. Kids can participate in Mini Militia activities and watch musket, artillery and Roman tactics demonstrations. Some demonstrations can be loud, so hearing protection may help younger children.

Location: Capitol Theatre, 121 University Avenue West, Windsor

Time: 11:00 AM

A free family movie morning inside the historic Capitol Theatre. Admission and popcorn are free, making it an affordable indoor activity for families looking to escape the summer heat.

Location: WFCU Centre, 8787 McHugh Street, Windsor

Time: Sweden vs. Finland at 12:00 PM; Canada vs. USA at 4:00 PM

Young hockey fans can watch top junior players from Canada, the United States, Sweden and Finland. The Canada-versus-USA game should be an especially exciting experience for kids who play hockey or follow Team Canada.

Location: Captain Wilson Park, 3950 Ducharme Street, Windsor

Time: 6:30 – 9:00 PM

A free community evening with family entertainment, outdoor activities and a screening of The Wizard of Oz. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket and enjoy the movie and neighbourhood activities in the park.

Location: Remington Park, Windsor

Time: 6:30 – 9:00 PM

A free community celebration featuring entertainment, family-friendly activities and outdoor neighbourhood fun. Families are encouraged to bring chairs or a blanket and enjoy the evening together.

Location: Comber Fairgrounds, Comber

Time: Gates open at 8:00 AM Friday and Saturday and 7:00 AM Sunday

A traditional agricultural fair featuring livestock, 4-H exhibits, a midway, food, vendors and live entertainment. Kid-friendly highlights include Friday fireworks, Saturday's 11:00 AM parade, Dan the Music Man, GellyBall, dog shows, wrestling, a bike draw and Sunday's rabbit-hopping competition. Children under 12 receive free admission.

Location: Richmond, Dalhousie and Murray Streets, Downtown Amherstburg

Time: Friday at 3:00 PM – Sunday at 8:00 PM

Downtown Amherstburg transforms into a farm-themed family festival. Children can meet animals, ride pedal tractors and enjoy hands-on agriculture-themed activities, vendors and rural displays throughout the closed downtown streets.

Location: City Hall Square, Downtown Windsor

Time: 6:00 – 10:00 PM

A free outdoor roller-skating experience inspired by Windsor's former Wheels roller rink. The square becomes a colourful outdoor rink with DJs, music, lighting, costumes, themed entertainment and roller-skate rentals.

Location: Capitol Theatre, 121 University Avenue West, Windsor

Time: 11:00 AM

A free screening of Disney's animated favourite The Lion King. Families can enjoy the movie inside the Capitol Theatre with complimentary popcorn included.

Location: WFCU Centre, 8787 McHugh Street, Windsor

Time: 2:40 – 4:40 PM

Families can cool down with a free indoor skating session. It is a fun opportunity for children to practise their skating and enjoy an active afternoon during the summer. Bring skates and helmets and confirm rental availability before attending.

Location: Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre, 401 Pitt Street West

Time: 7:00 PM

Swim or float in the pool while watching Jaws on the big screen. The shark movie makes this a memorable pool experience, but it contains frightening and suspenseful scenes and is better suited to older children and teenagers.

Location: John R. Park Homestead, 915 County Road 50 East, Essex

Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Meet local artisans, watch demonstrations of traditional crafts, see livestock and learn how everyday items were made in the past. Kid-friendly Hands-on-History Imagination Stations allow children to try different activities and art forms.

Location: Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre, 401 Pitt Street West

Time: 6:30 PM

Families can swim, float and watch Finding Nemo from the water. This is one of the most younger-child-friendly Dive-In Movie selections and combines a free family movie with a visit to the pool.

Location: Essex County Steam and Gas Engine Museum, 11081 11th Concession, McGregor

Time: Daily event hours to be confirmed; Saturday tractor parade begins at 9:00 AM

A celebration of antique tractors, steam engines, farm machinery and agricultural history. Families can see working engines and equipment, machinery displays and the Saturday tractor parade travelling from downtown McGregor to the show grounds.

Location: Riverfront Festival Plaza and the cruise route through Windsor

Time: Car show from 1:00 – 9:00 PM; cruise from 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Families can see street rods, muscle cars, classic vehicles, custom builds and collector cars. The vehicles gather at Riverfront Festival Plaza before cruising through Windsor, making this a great event for kids who love cars and engines.

Location: Richmond, Dalhousie and Murray Streets, Downtown Amherstburg

Time: Friday at 3:00 PM – Sunday at 8:00 PM

A bicycle-themed Open Air weekend presented with the Windsor Essex Bike Community. Families can enjoy cycling demonstrations, bicycle-related vendors, scavenger hunts, street games and activities focused on different types of cycling.

Location: Lanspeary Pool, 1250 Langlois Avenue, Windsor

Time: 6:00 PM

Swim or float in the outdoor pool while watching Jaws. The movie contains frightening and suspenseful scenes, so this screening is better suited to older children and teens than younger kids.

Location: Notre Dame Street, Downtown Belle River

Time: 6:00 – 8:30 PM

Eight blocks of Downtown Belle River come alive with local vendors, food, shopping, music and entertainment. The Summer Stroll is designed for all ages and includes family-friendly activities and promotions from downtown businesses.

Location: Heritage Colchester, 195 Bagot Street, Colchester

Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

A welcoming outdoor market featuring local artists, makers, handcrafted goods, baked treats and food vendors. Families can combine the market with a trip to nearby Colchester Beach for a full day out.

Location: Capitol Theatre, 121 University Avenue West, Windsor

Time: 11:00 AM

A free screening of the animated family movie Hoppers. Complimentary popcorn is included, making it an easy and affordable Saturday morning activity.

Location: WFCU Centre, 8787 McHugh Street, Windsor

Time: 2:40 – 4:40 PM and 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Two free indoor skating sessions give families a flexible way to enjoy active time together. Bring skates and helmets and check whether rental equipment is available.

Location: Kingsville Centre — King, Chestnut and Walnut Streets

Time: 5:00 – 10:00 PM

A country-themed downtown street party featuring food, vendors, drinks and live entertainment. Closed streets provide families with room to walk around, listen to music and explore downtown Kingsville.

Location: Lanspeary Pool, 1250 Langlois Avenue, Windsor

Time: 5:00 PM

Families can swim and float while watching the animated comedy Shark Tale. This free outdoor movie is a more younger-child-friendly option than the two Jaws screenings.

Location: Richmond, Dalhousie and Murray Streets, Downtown Amherstburg

Time: Friday at 3:00 PM – Sunday at 8:00 PM

Step back into Amherstburg's Prohibition and Jazz Age history through living-history displays, storytelling, music and 1920s-themed entertainment. Highlights may include walking tours, interactive displays, rum-running history, the Passport to Prohibition activity and live music. Final programming is still subject to confirmation.

Location: Capitol Theatre, 121 University Avenue West, Windsor

Time: 11:00 AM

A free family screening of The Little Mermaid with complimentary popcorn. It is a great indoor morning activity for children who enjoy Disney music, colourful characters and under-the-sea adventures.

Location: Realtor Park, Windsor

Time: 6:30 – 9:00 PM

A free community gathering featuring entertainment and family-friendly outdoor activities. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy an evening in the park with the neighbourhood.

Location: McAuliffe Park, 2391 St. Alphonse Road, Tecumseh

Time: Daily programming times vary

The 50th annual Corn Festival features midway games, food, arts and crafts, live entertainment, a dedicated Kids Zone and character meet-and-greets. Midway rides, games and some attractions may require separate payment.

Location: Richmond, Dalhousie and Murray Streets, Downtown Amherstburg

Time: Friday at 3:00 PM – Sunday at 8:00 PM

A colourful celebration of Latin American culture featuring music, cultural dance performances, vendors, demonstrations and Latin-inspired crafts. Children can watch the dancers, enjoy the music and participate in themed activities throughout the weekend.

Location: Argyle Road in front of Walkerville Brewery, 525 Argyle Road, Windsor

Time: 5:00 – 11:00 PM

A free, all-ages outdoor market featuring local makers, artisan vendors, food trucks, pop-up kitchens, entertainment and outdoor games. Alcohol is available, but the market welcomes families, especially earlier in the evening.

Location: Fontainebleau Park, 2960–3030 Rivard Avenue, Windsor

Time: 6:30 – 9:00 PM

A free community evening featuring entertainment, outdoor activities and a screening of Disney's Encanto. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket and enjoy the final Neighbourhood Night of August.

Location: Fort Malden National Historic Site, 100 Laird Avenue, Amherstburg

Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily

Explore more than 170 artists and artisans displaying handmade products, artwork, toys, crafts and food along the Amherstburg waterfront. Children 12 and under enter free with an adult, making it an affordable family outing filled with creativity and unique items to discover.

Location: Malden Park, 4200 Malden Road, Windsor

Time: Begins at 10:00 AM; event listing shows a six-hour duration

A ticketed obstacle-course event where adults and children complete physical challenges together. The experience is designed to promote teamwork, activity and confidence, with participating families earning medals.

Location: Performance Hall of the SoCA Armouries, 37 University Avenue East, Windsor

Time: 11:00 AM

A free screening of The Lego Movie with complimentary popcorn. This colourful animated adventure is a great choice for children who love LEGO, building, comedy and imaginative play.