What’s Up YQG: Windsor Eats Love Shack, Valentine’s events and rock concerts

CTV’s Melanie Kentner and 89X host Jonny Parks talk to Windsor Eats about the Love Shack pop up bar.

Love is already in the air in Windsor-Essex, with several events planned ahead of Valentines Day, and a few other non-cupid options.

Here’s a look at Windsor-Essex events from Feb. 5-8:

Valentine’s themed events:

Windsor Eats Love Shack

Feb. 6-8, opening at 5 p.m.

Windsor Eats decks out the food hall for the Love Shack ahead of Valentine’s Day. It was a huge hit last year, and now they’re bringing it back. Red and pink everywhere. Love songs playing on the, on the speakers. And of course, specialty cocktails like the Strawberry Shortcake margarita. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday beginning at 5 p.m.

Valentine’s Day Sip & bedazzle night

February 6th at 7:00pmWe’re back with another Sip & Bedazzle night! We had so much fun last time – we decided to do it again! If you missed out last time, come join us for a Valentine’s themed night with your friends! We will provide the gems & the snacks & the drinks – you bring your book and your friends! $25 + tax per person. Message for payment details and to reserve your spot! We will sell out fast. Message to Book

Fiona’s Book Corner575 Notre Dame St, Belle RiverEvent Listing

Valentine’s Day Market

February 8th from 10:00am.A Valentine’s Day Market is a charming pop-up shopping experience filled with handmade gifts, cozy treats, and all things heart-themed. Vendors showcase unique crafts, jewelry, décor, and goodies perfect for celebrating love—whether it’s romantic, family, friendship, or just treating yourself (the most reliable Valentine of all).

Free admission event presented by: Roma’s Crafty Creations Only

Fogolar Furlan Club1800 North Service Road, Windsor

Event Listing

Galentine’s Day Flash Day

February 8th from 9:00am until 3:00pmThis Valentine’s Day, love is in the ink. Join the gals at lighthouse for our third annual galentines flash day!

This year we’re making things sweeter than ever! We’re excited to announce that with every tattoo, you will also receive a complimentary matcha and a charm bracelet/keychain from our in house charm bar! Tiny tattoos, matcha, and charm bracelets, all included!

This year we are introducing tiered pricing and some excited deals. Tattoos range from $80-$120 (as shown in pics above). Additionally, tattoos are buy one get one $30 off (max 2 per person) OR if you bring your friend or bae, get matching mini tats for $150! We hope to see you there!

Lighthouse Studio4780 Wyandotte St W, WindsorEvent Listing

The pop yard – love edition

February 8th from 10:00am until 3:00pmThe Pop Yard Love Edition! Local makers, vintage, crafts & treats. Feb 8, 10am–3pm. Royal Canadian Legion 644, Windsor. Free entry.

A Valentine’s Day pop-up market with vintage, crafts, brand-new items, local & small businesses, services, and homemade treats & snacks. It’s Super Bowl Sunday — the bar will be open! Come shop, enjoy the atmosphere, and grab snacks for your Super Bowl night. Free entry & parking!

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 6441570 Marentette Ave, WindsorEvent Listing

Sip and sparkle social

February 8th from 11:30am until 1:30pm.Wineology and Harbour Jewels have teamed up to bring you 𝗦𝗶𝗽 & 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗹𝗲𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 – a Galentine’s Brunch created for catching up with friends (or making new ones), indulging in delicious brunch, getting creative with beautiful, sparkly charms, and so much more.

Wineology Kingsville16 Main St E, KingsvilleEvent Listing

Non-Valentine’s events:

Molière’s Tartuffe at Kordazone Theatre

Thursday February 5 to Saturday February 7

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

Where The River Bends

Thursday February 5 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm

You’re invited to Thursday’s Live: Where the River Bends, a live music series hosted at AWE.

Breweries Cideries & Distilleries

Seriously Trivia at Walkerville Brewery

Thursday February 5 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Grab your team and head to Walkerville Brewery for some SERIOUSLY TRIVIA on the first Thursday of every month!

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Trivia Night at Manchester Bar

Thursday February 5 7:00 pm

Join your host, BRN Trivia, at The Manchester Bar every Thursday at 7pm for free trivia with prizes for the winning teams.

Bret Michaels Live and Amplified

Thursday February 5 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm

Bret Michaels, the Multi-Platinum music icon!

The Wizard of Oz – UMEI Community Players

Friday February 6 to Sunday February 8

Step into a world of wonder as UMEI Community Players brings the timeless classic The Wizard of Oz to life on stage!

Superb Owl Weekend

Friday February 6 to Sunday February 8

Join us for a weekend celebrating the wonderful world of owls!

Windsor Express vs. Sudbury Five

Friday February 6 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Windsor Express take on the Sudbury Five at the WFCU Centre!

Blending 101 J.P. Wiser’s

Friday February 6 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Unlock the secrets behind Canada’s award-winning whiskies!

Line Dancing at The Fort

Friday February 6 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Grab your boots and round up your friends — Line Dancing is BACK at The Fort!

Pasta Workshop at Urban Field House

Friday February 6 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm

Step into the art of Italian tradition and discover the joy of making pasta from scratch.

Family Concert: Broadway for Kids

Saturday February 7

Singing hits from Frozen, The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, and more, the University Singers from the University of Windsor join the WSO to bring Broadway to the Capitol Theatre stage.

Wolfhead Distillery Tours

Saturday February 7

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

SWORMS Train Expo

Saturday February 7 to Sunday February 8

Don’t miss the Sworms Train Expo!

Colasanti’s Chili Fest

Saturday February 7 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Come inside and warm up with a bowl from some of the best chili recipes in Windsor-Essex!

Country Line Dance at Walkerville Brewery

Saturday February 7 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Join us for a high-energy Country Line Dancing Night filled with great music!

Concerts by Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift

Saturday February 7 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Windsor.

SoCA 2026: Jazz Faculty Concert

Saturday February 7 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm

School of Creative Arts Jazz Faculty Concert Join us for the 4th Annual SoCA Jazz Faculty Concert.

Wolfhead Caesar Bar Sundays

Sunday February 8 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

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

Womenpreneur Ramadan Market

Sunday February 8 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Shop for Ramadan and Eid, and support local womenpreneurs at the vibrant Ramadan Market—shop, snack, and socialize.