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The S’Aints LIVE

The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor — Join The S’Aints LIVE for an all ages, family friendly show at @caesarswindsor Dec 20.

Dec 20 · 2.5 km away
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ALL MY SONS

KordaZone Theater — Dates: September 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25 & 26, 2026 Times: 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. 2:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon.

8:00 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. 2:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon. · 0.8 km away
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Opening Weekend: From Paris to Madrid

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — Feel the excitement of opening weekend with Germaine Tailleferre’s Petite Suite alongside Manuel de Falla’s vibrant Suite No. 1. Aaron Copland’s iconic Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra, performed by celebrated WSO clarinetist Graham Lord, brings jazz-inflected rhythms to the stage. Cosette Justo

Sat Sep 26 · 2.8 km away
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Opening Weekend: From Paris to Madrid

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — Feel the excitement of opening weekend with Germaine Tailleferre’s Petite Suite alongside Manuel de Falla’s vibrant Suite No. 1. Aaron Copland’s iconic Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra, performed by celebrated WSO clarinetist Graham Lord, brings jazz-inflected rhythms to the stage. Cosette Justo

Sun Sep 27 · 2.8 km away
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OnStage: CBC’s Tom Allen: A Poe Cabaret

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — Sit where the musicians sit… on stage! CBC’s Tom Allen narrates Edgar Allan Poe’s dark poetry, which is brought to life through Canadian composer Alexina Louie’s The Raven. This program also explores the mysterious world of Debussy and Caplet. James Sommerville, conductor Lori Gemmel, harp Tom Alle

Thu Oct 1 · 2.8 km away
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Café Concert: CBC’s Tom Allen: A Poe Cabaret

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — Enjoy your morning coffee on stage with music and the WSO! CBC’s Tom Allen narrates Edgar Allan Poe’s dark poetry, which is brought to life through Canadian composer Alexina Louie’s The Raven. This program also explores the mysterious world of Debussy and Caplet. James Sommerville, conductor Lori G

Fri Oct 2 · 2.8 km away
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WSO Goes Country with Genevieve Fisher

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — Country singer Genevieve Fisher joins the WSO for an unforgettable concert that blends orchestra with modern country soul. Fisher will perform a mix of her original songs and beloved contemporary country standards from Patsy Cline, Garth Brooks, Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, and more. Scott Good, con

Sat Oct 24 · 2.8 km away
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WSO Goes Country with Genevieve Fisher

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — Country singer Genevieve Fisher joins the WSO for an unforgettable concert that blends orchestra with modern country soul. Fisher will perform a mix of her original songs and beloved contemporary country standards from Patsy Cline, Garth Brooks, Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, and more. Scott Good, con

Sun Oct 25 · 2.8 km away
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Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — The intensity of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3 is paired with the power of Hindemith’s Mathis der Maler featuring pianist Charles Richard-Hamelin. These masterworks offer a concert of classical grandeur. Andrew Crust, conductor Charles Richard-Hamelin, piano PROGRAM BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No

Sat Nov 14 · 2.8 km away
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Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — The intensity of Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3 is paired with the power of Hindemith’s Mathis der Maler featuring pianist Charles Richard-Hamelin. These masterworks offer a concert of classical grandeur. Andrew Crust, conductor Charles Richard-Hamelin, piano PROGRAM BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No

Sun Nov 15 · 2.8 km away
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The Music of James Bond

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — Bond… James Bond. The WSO takes on the Music of James Bond in a high-octane performance. Featuring the Broadway Bunch, this concert delivers unforgettable songs from the world’s most famous secret agent. Lucas Waldin, conductor Broadway Bunch Sara Fontaine Kaitlyn DiPietro Sam Bourque Jordan Fantau

Sat Nov 21 · 2.8 km away
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The Music of James Bond

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — Bond… James Bond. The WSO takes on the Music of James Bond in a high-octane performance. Featuring the Broadway Bunch, this concert delivers unforgettable songs from the world’s most famous secret agent. Lucas Waldin, conductor Broadway Bunch Sara Fontaine Kaitlyn DiPietro Sam Bourque Jordan Fantau

Sun Nov 22 · 2.8 km away
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Handel’s Messiah - Assumption Church, Windsor

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — Enjoy a favourite WSO holiday tradition: Handel’s Messiah. Conductor James Sommerville leads a program of highlights from Handel’s grand celebration of the season. Irina Medvedeva (soprano) and Clarence Frazer (bass) join the chorus and the WSO and will leave you singing “Hallelujah!” James Sommerv

Thu Dec 3 · 2.8 km away
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Handel’s Messiah – Assumption Church, Windsor

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — <p>Enjoy a favourite WSO holiday tradition: Handel’s Messiah. Conductor James Sommerville leads a program of highlights from Handel’s grand celebration of the season. Irina Medvedeva (soprano) and Clarence Frazer (bass) join the chorus and the WSO and will leave you singing “Hallelujah!” James Sommerville, conductor Irina Medvedeva, soprano Clarence Frazer, bass Dr. Bruce J.G. Kotowich,...</p>\n

Thu Dec 3 · 2.8 km away
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Handel’s Messiah - Leamington

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — Enjoy a favourite WSO holiday tradition: Handel’s Messiah. Conductor James Sommerville leads a program of highlights from Handel’s grand celebration of the season. Irina Medvedeva (soprano) and Clarence Frazer (bass) join the chorus and the WSO and will leave you singing “Hallelujah!” James Sommerv

Fri Dec 4 · 2.8 km away
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Handel’s Messiah – Leamington

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — <p>Enjoy a favourite WSO holiday tradition: Handel’s Messiah. Conductor James Sommerville leads a program of highlights from Handel’s grand celebration of the season. Irina Medvedeva (soprano) and Clarence Frazer (bass) join the chorus and the WSO and will leave you singing “Hallelujah!” James Sommerville, conductor Irina Medvedeva, soprano Clarence Frazer, bass Dr. Bruce J.G. Kotowich,...</p>\n

Fri Dec 4 · 2.8 km away
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Handel’s Messiah - St. Matthew’s Church, Windsor

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — Enjoy a favourite WSO holiday tradition: Handel’s Messiah. Conductor James Sommerville leads a program of highlights from Handel’s grand celebration of the season. Irina Medvedeva (soprano) and Clarence Frazer (bass) join the chorus and the WSO and will leave you singing “Hallelujah!” James Sommerv

Sat Dec 5 · 2.8 km away
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Handel’s Messiah - Tecumseh

Windsor Symphony Orchestra — Enjoy a favourite WSO holiday tradition: Handel’s Messiah. Conductor James Sommerville leads a program of highlights from Handel’s grand celebration of the season. Irina Medvedeva (soprano) and Clarence Frazer (bass) join the chorus and the WSO and will leave you singing “Hallelujah!” James Sommerv

Sun Dec 6 · 2.8 km away

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What it's like to live here

Read the neighbourhood like a local: daily errands, green space, housing, and the current pulse around Ottawa Street.

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Daily errands35 nearby

Food, coffee, shopping and everyday stops mapped from local business data.

Walkable core45 close-by

Places within roughly a 15-minute walk of the neighbourhood centre.

Green space11 parks & trails

Parks, trails and outdoor stops nearby that shape the week-to-week feel.

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What Scout's hearing around the neighbourhood

Windsor beach Windsor beach will remain closed due to a deadly drop-off.

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Optimist Memorial Park A new accessible playground is set to open at Windsor's Optimist Memorial Park.

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Stodgell Park Stodgell Park is the neighbourhood's spot for a walk or some fresh air.

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Frenchy's Poutinery Frenchy's Poutinery is a go-to local spot for a bite around here.

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KordaZone Theatre Ask locals what's worth seeing nearby and KordaZone Theatre comes up.

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Updated August 31, 2026

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What changed around Ottawa Street

Openings, roadwork, civic decisions, development and public-space updates classified from recent source-linked local coverage.

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Safety alerts · CBC Windsor · 2026-08-30Man arrested after fleeing police on Ambassador Bridge, rolling vehicleA 32-year-old man has been arrested for dangerous driving on the Ambassador Bridge, according to Windsor Police.Ambassador Bridge, Windsor Police. CBC WindsorCivic decisions · CBC Windsor · 2026-08-30What are the rules about AI ads in municipal campaigns?Across Ontario, candidates are being certified to run for municipal offices in October, and experts tell CBC there are no rules regulating how they use artificial intelligence to advertise.What, Across Ontario, OctoberCivic decisions · CBC Windsor · 2026-08-30Making ice cream for friends is my way of spreading joy — and cultivating some for myselfElizabeth Hunt never anticipated she would become an ice cream artist. But when she was given a hand-me-down kitchen gadget, she learned about the joy of experimenting on a budget and...Making, Elizabeth Hunt, CBC WindsorSafety alerts · CBC Windsor · 2026-08-29Windsor Regional Hospital, Erie Shores Healthcare experiencing 'computer systems malfunction'Hospitals in the Windsor area are warning of delays Saturday morning as a result of computer issues — but it's not the result of a cyber security incident, they say.Windsor Regional Hospital, Erie Shores Healthcare, HospitalsRoads & transit · CBC Windsor · 2026-08-28How are Canadians and Americans feeling about each other these days? We asked people on the Gordie Howe bridgeAs tensions rise between Canada and the U.S. in the wake of collapsing trade talks, CBC took to the Gordie Howe Bridge to find out how ordinary Canadians and Americans are getting along.Canadians, Americans, Gordie HoweRoads & transit · CBC Windsor · 2026-08-28Transit Windsor moving from Tecumseh Mall to new east end terminal Sept. 6Transit Windsor will move operations from the Tecumseh Mall terminal to a new east end Terminal beginning Sunday, Sept. 6, the city says.Transit Windsor, Tecumseh Mall, Sept

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The quick read

What is happening in Ottawa Street this week?

Ottawa Street has 30 current event listings. Current picks include Default, The Blue Stones, Fionn in Windsor, Iguana Death Cult / Posh Toboggan at Meteor, Jim Jefferies | Official Caesars Ticket + Hotel Packages.

Are there free things to do in Ottawa Street?

There are 16 event listings that look free or no-cost near Ottawa Street, including Default, The Blue Stones, Fionn in Windsor, Jim Jefferies | Official Caesars Ticket + Hotel Packages, St Clair College FROSH WEEK Party Buses.

What is a good date-night idea in Ottawa Street?

For a date night near Ottawa Street, start with All My Sons, All My Sons, All My Sons, then use the Eat & Drink guide for coffee, dinner, or a nearby stop.

What local news matters around Ottawa Street right now?

Police in Ottawa Street, ON arrested a man who fled on a rolling vehicle at the Ambassador Bridge and are seeking video of a suspect SUV after shots were fired at an indoor children's play place. Windsor Regional Hospital and Erie Shores Healthcare are experiencing a computer systems malfunction, while a health unit has warned against swimming at four local beaches due to E. coli levels. Transit Windsor will move from Tecumseh Mall to a new east end terminal on September 6, and a new Costco is scheduled to open in November.

What is Ottawa Street good for day to day?

Ottawa Street has 16 food and drink places and 6 mapped parks in the current Tiny Local Adventure map, plus current event and local-news signals when available.

Is Ottawa Street a good place to live?

Ottawa Street has 5 parks and green spaces, 15 places to eat, and 20 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What is Ottawa Street known for?

Ottawa Street is known locally for landmarks like KordaZone Theatre, its 15-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Ottawa Street this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Ottawa Street, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

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What is there to do in Ottawa Street?

Ottawa Street has 5 parks and green spaces, 15 places to eat, and landmarks like KordaZone Theatre. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

Where should I park in Ottawa Street?

Most of Ottawa Street is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

How do I get to Ottawa Street?

Ottawa Street sits in Windsor, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

Can I see homes for sale in Ottawa Street?

Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Ottawa Street, and can connect you with a local agent.