What’s Up YQG: Easter events in Windsor-Essex

CTV Windsor's Melanie Kentner and 89X’s Jonny Parks take us through events and entertainment in the city this weekend.

There’s lots happening in Windsor-Essex over the Easter long weekend.

Here’s a look at many of the Easter activities, according to the Tourism Windsor-Essex Pelee Island Easter Guide:

Easter Weekend at Adventure Bay

April 3rd – April 6th.

Head on down to Adventure Bay this Easter weekend!

Hours:

– Friday, April 3rd: 10:00am – 6:00pm

– Saturday, April 4th: 10:00am – 6:00pm

– Sunday, April 5th: 11:00am – 6:00pm

– Monday, April 6th: 12:00pm – 4:00pm

First 200 guests on Saturday recieve a Easter Egg with a prize as well as Easter Bunny Photo’s taking place at 10:00am – 11;00am, 11:30am – 12:30pm and 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Adventure Bay 401 Pitt St W, Windsor Event Listing

Easter Bunny at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens

April 3rd – April 4th from 10:00am – 2:00pm

Get your picture with the Easter Bunny taken and get a memory to bring home with you!

Cost: $5 Donation

Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens1550 Rd E, Kingsville Event Listing

Easter Bunny Photos at Devonshire Mall

March 20th to April 4th.

Visit the Easter Bunny in Centre Court in front of The Children’s Place!Capture the magic of the season with Bunny photos. Reservations are recommended. Walk-ups are welcome! Each reservation receives a free 3-month trial to Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Pets, a creative app that encourages empathy, responsibility, and kindness.

NOTE: Devonshire Mall Gift Cards can be used to book your reservation online or to pay for photo’s at the set.

The Easter Bunny will be closed for Good Friday, April 3 and Easter Sunday, April 5.

Every hour on the hour, kids can dance along with Bunny to upbeat KIDZ BOP® hits and easy-to-follow moves.

Enjoy chocolate sampling by Purdy’s Chocolatier:Thursdays & Fridays | 3:00pm – 6:00pmSaturdays – Sundays | 12:00pm – 3:00pm

Devonshire Mall3100 Howard Ave, Windsor More Information

Amherstburg Easter Egg-Stravaganza

April 4th from 10:00am – 12:00pm

Get your picture with the Easter Bunny taken and get a memory to bring home with you!

Cost: Free

Libro Centre Credit Union3295 Meloche Rd Event Listing

Easter bunny visits Tecumseh Mall

April 4th from 10:30am to 2:30pmJoin us on Saturday, April 4th for a special Easter event the whole family will love!Bring a donation of canned goods or non‑perishable food items, and your little ones will get the chance to meet the Easter Bunny and snap a photo — just bring your own phone or camera!

Tecumseh Mall7654 Tecumseh Rd E, Windsor Event Listing

Easter Egg Hunts:

Windsor NSD Easter Egg Hunt for dogs

April 3rd from 11:00am to 12:30pm.It’s the 28th Annual National Service Dogs’ Easter Egg Hunt for Dogs!

National Service Dogs’ Easter Egg Hunt for Dogs is a family event that includes your fur baby. Together we will empower children with autism and restore independence to veterans and first responders living with Post Traumatic Stress (PTSD).

How does the HUNT work? Thousands of colourful eggs are filled with prize tokens and a dog treat which are hidden over a defined area of the local park. Participants (dogs with the assistance of their humans) collect eggs and retrieve prizes from the collected eggs. Come out for a fun-filled day with lots of treats and the chance to win some great prizes! All monies raised support NSD’s award-winning Certified Service Dog programs.

Time: Registration opens at 10 am and the hunt begins at 11 am.

Register ahead of time for $25 to reserve your spot! Day of registration is available for $30.

Malden Park4200 Malden Park Rd, Windsor Event Tickets

Eggapalooza

April 4th.Hop on over for an egg-cellent adventure!

Calling all kids ages 2–10 to join us for a hopping good time on Saturday, April 4, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

This event is free and fun for the whole family, and everything is indoors. Come check out all our new spaces. Rain or shine, the fun is on.

Get ready for Egg hunts, Prizes, Pizza lunch, Carnival games, Indoor inflatables, Crafts, Face painting, The Easter Bunny and so much more

LakePoint Family Church285 Talbot Rd E, Leamington More Details

Easter Egg Hunts for Adults at Windsor Eats

April 4th at 7:00pm

All ages can attend, 19+ adults only for participating.

An Adult Easter Egg Hunt packed with prizes like candy, merch, pint glasses & gift cards!

Looking for a fun (and slightly competitive) night out in Windsor? This isn’t your average Easter egg hunt… this is the adult version

Join us at WindsorEats for a high-energy, fast-paced egg hunt where the prizes are actually worth hunting for. We’re talking everything from chocolate and candy to pint glasses, merch, gift cards, and more hidden throughout the Food Hall, Electric Avenue Art Alley, and beyond.

Windsor Eats400 Erie St E, Windsor More Details

Easter Brunch Buffet and Egg Hunt at Willistead Manor

April 5th with seating times at 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm and 1:30pm.Enjoy an Easter Brunch and egg hunt inside the historic Willistead Manor!

Cost: Adults: $55, Children Under 12: $27.50

For tickets call 519-254-3434

Willistead Manor1899 Niagara St, Windsor Event Listing

Adult Easter egg hunt at Sprucewood Shores estate Winery

April 5th at 3:00pm.Explore our expansive grounds in search of eggs that will get you amazing prizes, treats and a golden egg prize! Enjoy a glass of wine and an appetizer as part of your ticket to the Event.

Starts at 3pm sharp so please arrive early to get settled in. Only 30 tickets available and must be purchased in advanced. This is an outdoor event and will happen rain or shine. Dress according to the weather. Good Luck! Adults only. No refunds after March 31, 2026

Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery7258 County Rd 50, Amherstburg Event Listing

Easter Breakfasts:

River Room Easter Buffet

April 5th from 9:00am – 11:30amEaster Buffet at River Room Restaurant inside DoubleTree by Hilton Windsor. Enjoy a festive brunch ($52) or dinner buffet ($58).

River Room Restaurant277 Riverside Dr W, Windsor More Details

Easter Brunches:

Easter Brunch at Shine Hospitality Inc.

April 4th at 11:00am, 12:00pm and 1:00pm (One Hour Seating Times)

Enjoy a curated buffet, signature drinks, and soft live music by Lauren Victoria Music

Adults $29.99Seniors $24.99Kids $16.99

Reservations recommended and Limited seating available!

Call 519-738-0333 to reserve

Shine Hospitality Inc.62 King St E, Harrow Event Listing

Easter Brunch at Caesars Windsor

April 5th from 10:00am – 2:00pm.Easter Brunch is back! Join us in the Augustus Ballroom for an indulgent brunch buffet with the whole family.

Call 1-800-991-8888 to reserve your seats. Prices:

– Adults $55.95

– Seniors (65+) $51.95

– Children (5-12) $31.95

– Children under 5 free

Caesars Windsor377 Riverside Dr E, Windsor Event Listing

Easter Brunch at Twigg’s Bar and Grill

April 5th from 10:00am – 3:00pm.

Join Us for Our 2nd Annual Easter Brunch Buffet!

Bring your family and friends and enjoy a delicious spread with something for everyone, including:– Scrambled Eggs– Sausage & Bacon– Ham & Roasted Chicken– Hashbrowns– Shrimp– Fresh Fruits & Veggies

Make it a stress-free holiday and let us do the cooking!

Reserve your table today — spots are filling fast!

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Twigg’s Bar and Grill1207 County Rd 22, Emeryville Event Listing

Easter Brunch at Giovanni Caboto Club

April 5th from 11:00am – 3:00pm.Hop into the ultimate Easter Brunch!

From breakfast faves to roast veal and lamb, there’s a dish for everyone. Gather your loved ones and celebrate the joy of Easter together.

Don’t miss out—reserve your spot now! Call 519-252-8383. Prices:

– Adults $46.95

– Seniors $42.95

– Children (6-12) $27.95

– Children under 5 free

Giovanni Caboto Club2175 Parent Ave, Windsor Event Listing

Easter Brunch at St. Clair College Centre For The Arts

April 5th, seating times at 11:00am, 11:30am and 12:00pm.Enjoy Easter Brunch with a stunning view of the Detroit River! Prices:

– Adults: $48.95+tax.

– Seniors (55+): $46.95+tax.

– Youth (5-12): $24.95+tax (Kids 4 and under are free)

Please call the box office at 519-252-6579 to purchase tickets!

St. Clair College Centre For The Arts201 Riverside Dr W, Windsor Event Listing

Spago Easter Sunday Brunch

April 5thCelebrate Easter Sunday your way with 4 locations to choose from! All Spago locations will be offering regular dining alongside our Easter features, while St. Angela Event Centre hosts a special Easter Brunch

– Adults $39, Kids Under 12 $19, Seniors $39

Spago CanadaVarious Locations. More Details

Easter Lunch/Dinner Meals:

Easter Features at Just Jeffs

April 3rd – April 4th.

Celebrate this Easter Weekend with all your favourites from Just Jeff’s!

Enjoy the Holiday with your family and friends and not by cooking or cleaning.

Pre – Orders reccomended.

Just Jeff’s4315 Seminole St, Windsor Just Jeff’s Website

Easter Weekend at Ciociaro Club

April 3rd – April 5th.

Celebrate Easter Weekend with us at Ciociaro Club!

Begin the weekend with a meaningful tradition on Good Friday. Join us for a beautiful live presentation of the Stations of the Cross in our Chapel at the Madonna di Canneto Shrine at 5:00 PM, followed by our annual Good Friday Seafood Buffet — featuring a delicious selection of fresh seafood favourites and traditional dishes. A special evening of faith, family, and food shared together.

Then continue the celebration on Easter Sunday with our Easter Brunch Buffet from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Enjoy brunch classics like fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon, and scrambled eggs, along with elevated favourites including roasted lamb, porchetta, mushroom risotto, cheese ravioli, fried calamari, and more — plus our NEW Ciociaro Sweet Table.

Pricing:Adults: $46.95 + HSTSeniors: $41.95 + HSTChildren (4–10): $24.95 + HST

Make it a weekend to remember with family and friends.Reservations are required.

Ciociaro Club3745 N Talbot Rd, Oldcastle Event Listing

Easter Weekend at Colchester ridge estate winery

April 3rd – 5th.

From Good Friday features, to Easter Brunch, CREW has all your Easter long weekend plans covered!

Reservation required, book thru the reservations link.

Colchester Ridge Estate Winery108 County Road 50 E, Harrow CREW Reservations

Easter Weekend at Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards

April 3rd – 4th.

Gather your peeps and enjoy time at CHV & The Vines Restaurant over the holiday weekend!

The Vines will be featuring Haddock Fish & Chips – beer battered Haddock, house slaw, house tartar sauce with lemon, house-cut fries – all day Friday (while quantities last) for $20

Our Lake Erie Pickerel – everything seasoning crusted pickerel, house-cut fries, apple kale coleslaw, house tartar sauce with lemon – will be available all weekend long (while quantities last) for $25

Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards1425 Iler Rd, Harrow CHV Easter Info

Good Friday at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens

April 3rd 9:00am – 6:00pm

Hand battered pickerel with a side of tartar sauce, your choice of french fries or broasted potatoes and a cup of our homemade coleslaw.

2 pc. Dinner $12.79 | 3 pc. Dinner $15.29 (+tax)

Reserve ahead: 519-326-3287

Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens1550 Rd 3 E, Kingsville Event Listing

Good Friday at Oxley Estate winery

April 3rd 11:00am – 5:00pmJoin us for Good Friday at the Winery!

Featuring our Perch Platter for Two.

Fresh Lake Erie Perch, House-Made Potato Salad, Coleslaw & Tarter

Cost: $65

Our regular menu will also be available.

Oxley Estate Winery533 County Road 50 E, Harrow Event Listing

Good Friday at Twiggs Bar and Grill

April 3rd 11:00am – 11:00pm

Join us this Good Friday for our delicious fish dinners — available for pre-order now!

Call today to reserve your table or to pre-order your Good Friday meals — spots are filling up fast!

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Twiggs Bar and Grill1207 County Rd 22, Emeryville Event Listing

Good Friday at The Goose Kitchen and Bar

April 3rd 5:00pm – 9:00pm

Join us on Friday, April 3th as we have a number of Good Friday Fish options to choose from along with our regular menu favourites.

walk in tables always welcome but we always suggest reserving in advance.

The Goose Kitchen and Bar31 Division St S, Kingsville Event Listing

Spago Easter Sunday

April 5th.Celebrate Easter Sunday your way at Spago’s! All Spago locations will be offering regular dining alongside their Easter features.

Serving at all 3 locations alongside Easter features:

– Erie St (Little Italy) – 12:00pm to 8:00pm

– South Windsor – 12:00pm to 8:00pm

– Caesars Windsor – 4:00pm to 9:30pm

Spago CanadaVarious Locations. More Details

All Other Easter Related Events:

Easter Flower Class at North 42 degrees estate winery

April 2nd

Get ready to bloom this Easter!

Learn to create stunning seasonal arrangements perfect for your holiday table. Spaces are limited, so secure yours soon for a delightful afternoon of creativity and wine.

Join the crew from North 42 Degrees Estate Winery and New Designs Flowers and Gifts for an unforgettable floral experience that will bring the joy of spring indoors.

North 42 Degrees Estate Winery130 County Rd 50, Harrow Event Listing

Easter activities at Big Time Entertainment

April 3rd- 6th

Easter Weekend Early Bird Special:

– Friday, April 3rd and Monday, April 6th half off priced arcade games from 11:00am – 1:00pm

Easter Weekend Extended Hours:

– Friday, April 3rd: 11:00am – 1:00am

– Saturday, April 4th: 11:00am – 1:00am

– Sunday, April 5th: 11:00am – 10:00pm

– Monday, April 6th: 11:00am – 9:00pm

Full Resturant and Bar open daily at 11:30am.

Big Time Entertainment2411 Dougall Ave, Windsor More Details

Easter activities at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens

April 3rd- 5th

Easter Mini Quest Ages 10 and under:

Time: 10am-2pm (Friday only)Free with your $5.99+tax animal area admissionVenture through the maze and find our hidden character cut outs, play the egg matching game, and win some sweet candy prizes.Animal Area: Hedge Maze

Early Bird’s Word ScrambleTime: 10am-12pm (Friday only)FREEFind the clues in our garden centre to unscramble our secret word. Every child that finishes the challenge will receive a sucker.Garden Centre

10 Minute Animal Meet and GreetsTime: 11:30am, 1:30pm, and 2:30pmMeet a different one of our zoo keepers’ animal friends during our 10-minute meet and greets. Look for the banner at each time slot and bring your camera!Animal Area

$11 Activity DealActivities are open from 10am-5pmBundle your animal area admission with a round of mini golf and save. Our classic activity deal is available daily at our animal area and mini gold entrances.$9.73+tax = $11 (taxes included)

Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens1550 Rd 3 E, Kingsville More Details

Kids drop-in -easter edition

April 3rd- 5th

Kids Drop-In is coming back for Easter Weekend!

Bring your kids for drop in play time before we open our official booking hours! Only $17 gets access to our UV Arena, Pixel Room, and archery simulator.

For Easter Weekend we are also adding in Egg Painting and our very own Egg Hunt kids can participate in!

Hidden Trail1441 McDougall St Unit 8 More Details

Easter Weekend at Chimczuk museum

April 4th – 5th.

Easter Weekend At the Chimczuk Museum!!

Bunny hop your way down to 401 Riverside Drive this Easter Weekend to enjoy some local history. Complete a special Code Crackers word jumble scavenger hunt and win a small prize.

There will also be a self-guided bunny puppet craft available all day, in the Hands On History Room.

Chimczuk Museum401 Riverside Dr W, Windsor Event Listing

Easter Workshops at Bouchard Gardens

April 4th at 10:00am and 11:00am

Check out all the activities happening at Bouchard Gardens this Easter!

Kids Easter Succulent Sand Art Workshop – 10:00am, Cost: $20 per person and ages 4+

Easter Succulent Arrangement Workshop – 11:00am, Cost: $40 per person and all ages.

While you are there make sure to grab some of their local produce to take home with you!

Bouchard Gardens7940 Collision Rd, Harrow Event Listing

Creative Crew – Easter activity event

April 4th from 12:00pm – 4:00pm.Come on out to Heritage Village for a fun day of festive Easter activities! Participate in activities, make crafts, play games, have your face painted, get a balloon animal, and participate in the Easter Egg Hunt! Don’t miss out on this fun family event!

Cost: $5 for children, Adults are free.

Canadian Transportation Museum and Heritage Village6155 Arner Townline, Kingsville Event Listing

Easter Workshop at Lakeside Bakery

April 11th from 4:00pm – 6:00pm.Kids can decorate their own cookies and cake pos featuring butterflies, flowers and birds!

It will be a fun filled afternoon filled with creativity (and lots of sprinkles of course!)

Lakeside Bakery286 Erie St S, Leamington Event Listing