Step back into the Roaring Twenties with The Rum Runners Tour — the award-winning theatrical adventure everyone’s raving about!

Hop aboard for a 3-hour thrill ride filled with gangsters, rumrunners, comedy, music, and a lively speakeasy lunch show. From back-alley stories to larger-than-life characters, this is Windsor’s Prohibition era brought roaring back to life. This learning tour will be fully immersive, and you'll get to experience one of Windsor's most unique experiences! Oh, and it happens to be an Ontario's Southwest Signature Experience, too!  

Explore Windsor through the stories, places and flavours that connect its Black history to the present. Join W.E Ride & Dine Windsor, and historian Irene Moore Davis for a guided journey tracing the pursuit of freedom and the lasting contributions of Black communities. Along the way, enjoy food tastings and conversations that bring these stories to life. Leave inspired by how history, storytelling and cuisine can create meaningful visitor experiences.

Join us as we venture through downtown Windsor to uncover the stories, spaces, and creative energy that make this city one of a kind. From unexpected artistic encounters to local gems hiding in plain sight, this experience is designed to spark curiosity and encourage you to look at a destination a little differently.

Along the way, we'll step into the colourful world of renowned street artist Denial for an immersive experience at his new creative space, FUN, with a little local food and beverage flavour woven into the adventure.

Discover how local character, storytelling, and a sense of place can turn an ordinary outing into an extraordinary visitor experience.

Every tourism business has a story worth telling, but can you share yours in 30 seconds or less?

Inspired by the legacy of the late Darren Winger, who believed that storytelling was at the heart of tourism, this interactive workshop celebrates the power of sharing authentic stories, making meaningful connections, and bringing the people and places behind our industry to life.

Whether you're a new tourism business finding your voice or an established operator looking to refresh your message, this hands-on session will help you turn your story into a memorable elevator pitch that leaves a lasting impression. Through practical coaching, storytelling tips, and a little friendly encouragement, you'll learn how to communicate what makes your business unique and make every second count.

Then, it's your turn to give it a spin! Put your new pitch to the test for a chance to win exciting marketing prizes for your organization and help your story reach even further. Enjoy a delicious lunch, connect with fellow tourism professionals, and leave with fresh ideas, new connections, and a pitch you'll be excited to share.

Bring your story, and get ready to make your 30 seconds count!