Jackson Park Bandshell

Jackson Park Signage

The City of Windsor will be hosting a Public Information Centre (PIC) on Thursday April 25th, 2024 to gather feedback on the future of the historic Jackson Park Bandshell. Attendees will have the opportunity to provide input and share their vision for the bandshell's future. Representatives from the City of Windsor will be present to answer questions and gather feedback on the Comment Sheets provided.

History of the Bandshell

  • 1899 - the original Grandstand was built in Grosse Pointe, Michigan
  • 1909 - the Grandstand was brought to Windsor to be reconstructed in the old Windsor Fairgrounds by the Windsor Jockey Club
  • 1928 - the City of Windsor bought the Grandstand and parkland from the Jockey Club to create Jackson Park
  • shortly after World War Two, a bandshell was constructed to enhance the outdoor entertainment events in Jackson Park
  • 1957 - one of the most devastating fires in Windsor's history completely destroyed both the Bandshell and the Grandstand
  • 1959 - City Council approved the construction of the replacement bandshell in it's new location where it sits today


The new bandshell was used for many events throughout the 60's and 70's including the Emancipation Day festival and Windsor's Battle of the Bands.


The Public Information Centre Display Boards can be viewed through the following link: Jackson Park Bandshell PIC Display Boards (15.7 MB)

The City of Windsor will be hosting a Public Information Centre (PIC) on Thursday April 25th, 2024 to gather feedback on the future of the historic Jackson Park Bandshell. Attendees will have the opportunity to provide input and share their vision for the bandshell's future. Representatives from the City of Windsor will be present to answer questions and gather feedback on the Comment Sheets provided.

History of the Bandshell

  • 1899 - the original Grandstand was built in Grosse Pointe, Michigan
  • 1909 - the Grandstand was brought to Windsor to be reconstructed in the old Windsor Fairgrounds by the Windsor Jockey Club
  • 1928 - the City of Windsor bought the Grandstand and parkland from the Jockey Club to create Jackson Park
  • shortly after World War Two, a bandshell was constructed to enhance the outdoor entertainment events in Jackson Park
  • 1957 - one of the most devastating fires in Windsor's history completely destroyed both the Bandshell and the Grandstand
  • 1959 - City Council approved the construction of the replacement bandshell in it's new location where it sits today


The new bandshell was used for many events throughout the 60's and 70's including the Emancipation Day festival and Windsor's Battle of the Bands.


The Public Information Centre Display Boards can be viewed through the following link: Jackson Park Bandshell PIC Display Boards (15.7 MB)

  • Public Information Centre (PIC)

    Area residents and stakeholders will have an opportunity to review, ask questions and provide feedback on the existing conditions and opportunities.

    When: Thursday April 25, 2024 - 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

    Location: Optimist Community Centre - 1075 Ypres Avenue, Windsor

  • Stakeholder Opportunities

    Stakeholders interested in an individual or group meeting to discuss any specific ideas and opportunities with City Administration about the future of the bandshell site can contact the Parks Department directly at jacksonparkbandshell@citywindsor.ca. Opportunities for stakeholder meetings will be available from Wednesday, April 17, through Friday June 21, 2024.

Page last updated: 03 May 2024, 10:50 AM