This upcoming weekend is shaping up to be a busy weekend in Amherstburg.
Art by the River is this Saturday and Sunday at Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada. Upwards of 170 arts and crafts vendors will be on the grounds selling their wares, demonstrating their skills and enjoying the two-day event.
A plein air contest will feature artists vying for first, second and third prizes.
The 57th annual event will run rain or shine from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. both days.
Admission is $5 per person with children 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult.
A Rib & Craft Beer Fest is happening this Friday through Sunday at the Fort Fun Centre. It runs Friday 4-11 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and will feature vendors and, of course, ribs and craft beer.
The tenth annual Southern Ontario Vintage Bicycle Show runs this Sunday at the home of Mark and Cori McGuire (6871 Concession 6 North). There is no admission to attend and is a buy, sell and display event.
Bike collectors and participants from all over southern Ontario attend the show and it also features McGuire’s antique bicycle display and museum. The McGuire collection and museum can be viewed by appointment on days other than the show by contacting Mark at mark.mcguire64@gmail.com throughout late spring, summer and early fall.
McGuire said there is no other antique bicycle show in Essex County or anywhere south of Woodstock.
The Amherstburg Uncommon Festival is returning Sept. 20-22 with the town stating there are new events this year.
The region’s first drone show is planned for Uncommon weekend with spectators able to witness the choreographed performance on the second night (Saturday, Sept. 21) along the waterfront in King’s Navy Yard Park.
The Uncommon Festival is one where people can “step into a world where steampunk meets wizards!” Shows and excitement will be featured on a “packed” weekend in the downtown core of the town. There will be costume contests with prizes, performances and activities in the downtown streets.
“Amherstburg is buzzing with excitement as we prepare to host the Uncommon Festival once again!” said Mayor Michael Prue in a press release. “This year promises to be our most spectacular yet, especially with the addition of the region’s first drone show. We are incredibly proud to bring such innovative and enchanting experiences to our community thanks to the generous support of the Government of Ontario and our valued sponsors – Windsor Family Credit Union, Walker Aggregates and Tourism Windsor-Essex Pelee Island. We can’t wait to see everyone there.”
For more information on the Amherstburg Uncommon event, go to www.visitamherstburg.ca/uncommon.
Art by the River, Vintage bike show this weekend
By RTT Staff
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