A birthday party concert, county fair and live bands at a popular night club are all on tap this weekend on What’s Up YQG. Here’s a look at Windsor-Essex events for Sept. 3-6. 89X Birthday Bash Friday September 4 7:30 pm The popular 89X Birthday Bash is back! The alternative rock station is bringing back its annual celebration which will be held in last summer at Caesars Windsor. Canadian rockers “Default” will be performing their smash album The Fallout in celebration of its 25th anniversary, along with local due “The Blue Stones” and twin sisters “Fionn”. Tickets can be purchased online at caesarswindsor.com or ticketmaster.ca. 172nd Harrow Fair Thursday September 3 to Sunday September 6 A beloved agricultural tradition since 1854, the Harrow Fair brings end-of-summer fun, farm heritage, exciting competitions, and community spirit together in a four-day celebration Lizzie Thursday September 3 to Saturday September 5 What better way to end off the summer than a punk-rock opera about the axe-wielding Lizzie Borden? Windsor Food Festival Friday September 4 to Sunday September 6 Enjoy global cuisine, live entertainment, and waterfront vibes at the Windsor Food Festival, a celebration of food, culture, and community. Amherstburg Open Air Weekends – Open Air Finale Friday September 4 to Sunday September 6 Amherstburg Open Air Weekends are the perfect weekend adventure with activities for all ages! Amherstburg Open Air Night Markets Friday September 4 Check out Amherstburg Open Air Night Markets every Friday Evening until the end of the summer! Windsor Uncensored: Wet! An Erotic Art Show Friday September 4 to Saturday September 5 Join us for a night dedicated to exploring the raw, the provocative, and the intimate. Leamington’s Music On the 42 Summer Concert Series – The S’Aints Saturday September 5 The Municipality of Leamington is excited to announce the full lineup for the 2026 Music Onthe42 Summer Concert Series, returning to the SUNSET® Amphitheatre at Seacliff Park with free live music all summer long! Lakeside Market Saturday September 5 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Don’t miss the Lakeside Market! Downtown Windsor Farmers’ Market Saturday September 5 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Discover fresh local produce, artisan foods, family fun, and community events at the Downtown Windsor Farmers’ Market. Art Windsor Essex Guided Tour Saturday September 52:00 pm to 3:00 pm Discover the stories behind the artworks at Art Windsor–Essex! Dirty Dancing Dinner & Movie Night Saturday September 5 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Enjoy a 3 course plated meal in our skyline ballroom and then move to the Chrysler Theatre to enjoy the movie. Tecumseh End of Summer Celebration Saturday September 5 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm Come celebrate the end of the season with a blast! Plenty of activities and live music! The Love Boat Cruise Saturday September 5 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Calling all singles! Majhaestic Night with Prem Dhillon Saturday September 5 9:00 pm Get ready for a Majhaestic Night with Prem Dhillon live in Windsor! Leamington Raceway Horse Races Sunday September 6 1:00 pm Head out to the Leamington Raceway for a thrilling day filled with excitement and lots of fun! Great Canadian Riverfront Sunday September 6 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm Great Canadian Riverfront transforms Dieppe Park and Gardens into the ultimate Canadian summer gathering along the waterfront, inspired by cottage weekends, summer festivals, and evenings spent at the lake. Stone and Sky Music & Art Series At the Quarry – Nil-a-Nova Band Sunday September 6 5:30 pm Come experience all the sights and sounds at the Stone and Sky Music & Art Series! Summer Sundays with Cherry Rock Lounge & 89X Sunday September 6 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm Celebrate with Cold Drinks, Great Vibes, and LIVE Music! Keep the good times rolling ... head to Cherry Rock Lounge and Summer It UP!!
