The Walkerville Business Improvement Area said there's no better way to kick off the festivities than the Walkerville Holiday Walk.
It gets underway Friday evening from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. and continues on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wyandotte Street East between Gladstone Avenue and Argyle Road.
The event is free and family-friendly, offering something for everyone with holiday markets at the Walkerville Brewery on Friday and Saturday at the Windsor Area Potters Market.
There's more shopping at Jubilee Park, where vendors will host a pop-up market, and businesses within the B.I.A. will offer specials.
After a horse-and-carriage ride or a trolley tour, the kids can get a photo with Santa Claus at the Inn of Windsor.
The event is walkable and open to all ages. Parking is available in designated city lots and along the streets.