Tune Up The Parks
The Tune Up The Parks series features new/up and coming local musicians hoping to gain experience, hone their skills and showcase their talents with the community in local parks. All shows are free and start shortly after 7:00pm.
2025 performances are scheduled to take place in Colchester on Mondays and Essex Centre on Wednesdays between July and August.
Back for 2025 season -Don't miss out on the FUN! Join us for ACT's amazing Community Events and make lasting memories! From exciting activities to fantastic connections, there's something for everyone. Grab your friends and family, and let's create unforgettable moments together! Check our event dates below!
Interested in performing? Submit your expression of interest for next year beginning April 1, 2025 here!
Cancellations and rain date(s) will be announced on the Town's Facebook page.
Locations, dates, and performers(s) for the 2025 Tune Up the Parks Concert Series
| Date | Location | Artist | Genre |
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Monday, June 30, 2025 |
Colchester Park, 100 Jackson Street |
Paul Tremblay | rock, country, pop, blues, etc. |
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Wednesday, July 2, 2025 |
Heritage Gardens Park, 87 Station Street, Essex Centre |
Paul Tremblay | rock, country, pop, blues, etc. |
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Monday, July 7, 2025 |
Colchester Park, 100 Jackson Street |
Spencer Willock | alternative, pop, classic rock |
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Wednesday, July 9, 2025 |
Heritage Gardens Park, 87 Station Street, Essex Centre |
Jordan Martin Band | rock, country, blues |
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Monday, July 14, 2025 |
Colchester Park, 100 Jackson Street |
Richard Janik | pop, rock, folk |
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Wednesday, July 16, 2025 |
Heritage Gardens Park, 87 Station Street, Essex Centre |
Dawn & Elvis | classic rock, oldies, modern |
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Monday, July 21, 2025 |
Colchester Park, 100 Jackson Street |
Abbey Neves | country, pop |
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Wednesday, July 23, 2025 |
Heritage Gardens Park, 87 Station Street, Essex Centre |
Walker Crown (formerly Jordan Martin Band) |
rock, country, blues |
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Monday, July 28, 2025 |
Colchester Park, 100 Jackson Street |
CANCELLED due to Heat Warning |
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Wednesday, July 30, 2025 |
Heritage Gardens Park, 87 Station Street, Essex Centre |
Boys of Rhythm | folk, country, blues |
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Monday, August 4, 2025 |
Colchester Park, 100 Jackson Street |
Leavin' Tracks | country, bluegrass, rockabily |
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Wednesday, August 6, 2025 |
Heritage Gardens Park, 87 Station Street, Essex Centre |
Windsor Essex Community Arts Project | musical theatre |
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Monday, August 11, 2025 |
Colchester Park, 100 Jackson Street |
Spencer Willock | alternative, pop, classic rock |
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Wednesday, August 13, 2025 |
Heritage Gardens Park, 87 Station Street, Essex Centre |
Kingsville-Essex Associated Band | variety |
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Monday, August 18, 2025 |
Colchester Park, 100 Jackson Street |
Kingsville-Essex Associated Band | variety |
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Wednesday, August 20, 2025 |
Heritage Gardens Park, 87 Station Street, Essex Centre |
Ghana Essex Family | afro beats |
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Monday, August 25, 2025 |
Colchester Park, 100 Jackson Street |
Windsor Essex Community Arts Project | musical theatre |
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Wednesday, August 27, 2025 |
Heritage Gardens Park, 87 Station Street, Essex Centre |
Travis Robinson | pop, country, originals |
| Friday, June 20, 2025 |
Sadler's Pond Park Keown St Entrance |
Glow Ride | Join us for Bike Windsor Essex's bike rodeo, fire truck tours from Essex Fire, bike decorating, prize draws and more! |
| Saturday, September 20, 2025 |
Heritage Gardens Park, 87 Station Street, Essex Centre |
Teddy Bear Picnic | Teddy Bear picnic and Outdoor Movie in the Park! Special Guest - Essex Fire! |
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Saturday, October 25, 2025 |
Maedel Community Centre, 25 Gosfield Townline W. | Halloween SPOOK-tacular! | Family activities, crafts, mad scientist lab experiments, and a spooky scavenger hunt! |
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Town of Essex
33 Talbot Street South
Essex, Ontario,
N8M 1A8
519-776-7336