What’s Up YQG: Roast of Windsor comedy show

CTV Windsor’s Melanie Kentner and Jonny Parks of 89X feature the Roast of Windsor comedy show in What’s Up YQG.

Something funny is cooking in Windsor this weekend.

Get ready for a roast battle as part of a local comedy festival, there are also some rock-themed events and winemaking. Here’s a look at Windsor-Essex events form Jan. 29-Feb. 1.

Roast of Windsor – Rose City Comedy Festival

Saturday, Jan. 31, 8 p.m.

Get ready for a night of sharp jokes, ruthless punchlines, and nonstop laughs as the Roast of Windsor takes over The Capitol Theatre. Featuring the Rose City Roast Battle, 8 comics go head-to-head in a bracket-style roast competition for a grand prize—plus plenty of brutal, hilarious roasting throughout the night.

This show takes place in the Kelly Theatre and starts at 8:00 PM. Don’t miss your chance to see some of the funniest comedians in the region roast like pros

For tickets and festival info, visit rosecitycomedyfest.com

Trivia Night at Cookie Bar

Thursday Jan. 29 7:00 pm

Come on down to Cookie Bar for a trivia night featuring Mamo Burger!

Windsor Spitfires vs. North Bay Battalion

Thursday Jan. 29 7:05 pm

Catch two top OHL teams in action as the Spitfires face off against the Battalion at the WFCU Centre. Don’t miss the energy, talent, and great hockey.

Echo of the Soul – a new play about Tchaikovsky by Barry T. Brodie

Thursday Jan. 29 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm

Check out Echo of the Soul - a new play about Tchaikovsky by Barry T. Brodie

Molière’s Tartuffe at Kordazone Theatre

Friday Jan. 30 to Sunday Feb. 1

Korda’s season opens with renowned French playwright Molière’s most masterful and most frequently performed play, skillfully translated into English by Richard Wilbur.

Windsor Express vs. Montreal Toundra

Friday Jan. 30 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Windsor Express V.S Montreal Toundra at the WFCU Centre

WSO Rocks! The Music of Led Zeppelin and The Who

Friday Jan. 30 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm

The WSO shares the stage with symphonic rock collective Jeans n’ Classics for an evening of music by two of rock’s most iconic bands: Led Zeppelin and The Who.

Hairball: The Bombastic Celebration of Arena Rock

Friday Jan. 30 8:00 pm

Las Vegas meets arena rock! Don’t miss Hairball live from The Colosseum stage on Friday, January 30 at 8 PM.

Comedy Night at Sidelines Sports Bar & Grill!

Friday Jan. 30 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm

Enjoy a hilarious night of stand-up comedy in East Windsor!

Devilz By Definition

Friday Jan. 30 9:00 pm to 11:30 pm

Get ready to rock The Meteor as Devilz By Definition bring the heat live and loud!

Wolfhead Distillery Tours

Saturday Jan. 31

Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at our den, where we craft award-winning whisky, vodka, and gin.

Justin Latam & The Stride

Saturday Jan. 31 to Sunday Feb. 1

Come out to The Bank Theatre to listen to Justin Latam & The Stride.

SWORMS Train Expo

Saturday Jan. 31 to Sunday Feb. 1

Don’t miss the Sworms Train Expo!

Intuitive Scribbles Workshop

Saturday Jan. 31 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Let expression lead and create a unique artwork with paper, tape and mark making tools!

Sip & Savour Dinner Series – Winter Fiesta Edition

Saturday Jan. 31 5:30 pm

Escape the winter chill and join us for Sip & Savour - Winter Fiesta Edition—tropical patio vibes, festive flavors, and perfectly paired beverages await.

Wine Makers Night

Saturday Jan. 31 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we partner with Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery

Monsters Inc. Movie Night

Saturday Jan. 31 7:00 pm

Check out an animated classic at Chrysler Theatre

Wolfhead Caesar Bar Sundays

Sunday Feb. 1 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Join us every Sunday throughout the Winter for Caesar Bar Sundays!

Books & Brews Club

Sunday Feb. 1 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

The discussion is casual, and all are welcome – even if you don’t finish the book, we’d still love to have you.

Windsor Spitfires vs. Sarnia Sting

Sunday Feb. 1 7:00 pm

Catch two top OHL teams in action as the Spitfires face off against the Sting at the WFCU Centre. Don’t miss the energy, talent, and great hockey.