WHAT'S HAPPENING? "May" We Tempt You?

Spring has officially sprung, and so have the patio chairs, fire pits, and all the excuses you need to treat yourself (and maybe your mom) to a getaway. Whether you're the "book it and wing it" type or a full-blown itinerary wizard, we’ve rounded up everything that’s blooming, buzzing, and downright booking-worthy this May.

🌿 What’s Poppin’ at The Grove?

🍷 Tweet & Meet @ both JOE. Hot+Cold locations – All May, Mon–Thurs, 4–5 PM Your room key = your VIP pass to free wine. Swing by either JOE. Hot+Cold location, flash your key card, and sip something red, white, or in-between while you chirp with fellow bird nerds and caffeine lovers. Because birds of a feather drink together.

🌞 Patio Season is ON The JOE. patio opens May 1st in Kingsville, and over in Colchester, the firepits are crackling and the lake vibes are immaculate. It’s always sunny at JOE… even when it’s not.

🥂 Mother’s Day Done Right Whether you’re the favourite child or just aiming for it, treat mom to a Grove stay with our Mimosa Add-on, all weekend long (yes, it’s a vibe). Not ready to commit? Grab a gift card instead—she deserves more than brunch anyway.

🧢 The Long May 2-4 Weekend Retail Blowout This is not a drill: 50% off all sweatshirts and tees all weekend long. Stock up on Grove gear, because nothing says I stayed somewhere cooler than you like a pastel hoodie with attitude.

🌮 Local Events That Have Us Saying “Heck Yes”

🎉 Cinco de Mayo (May 1–4) Can’t snag tickets to the big party? No problemo. Plan your own “Ola Weekend” and eat your way through Kingsville & Leamington. Our area is rich in authentic mexican flavours, that you just gotta step out of the box and try. Some of our faves:

• 🌶️ El Diablo – KINGSVILLE - smoky, asian spicy, and sassy (like us)

• 🌮 El Rancho – KINGSVILLE - flavour bombs incoming

• 🍹 Cancunsito – LEAMINGTON - tacos and tequila, yes please

• Or head to Windsor’s biggest fiesta hosted by Windsor Eats. Bonus points if you wear something embroidered.

  
  

🍷 Barrel Trail Flight Log Tasting Pass by Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island Your self-guided craft beer adventure awaits. Snag a pass and sip your way through the region. It’s like Pokémon Go, but for grown-ups (and with better prizes).

FESTIVAL OF BIRDS AT POINT PELEE: May 1-19th

🐦 Festival of Birds – Point Pelee Grab those binos and your nature-chic hiking fit. Migration season is in full swing and Point Pelee is the hot spot for birdwatchers. Feathered friends, forest bathing, and free wine back at JOE? Sounds like a perfect day. Check out our BLOG... So, You Wanna Be a Bird Nerd? for more fun details.

🎶 Live Music @ Banded Goose Brewery Starting May 1st, it’s tunes on tap with live music Friday & Saturday evenings and some Sunday afternoons. Grab a flight, grab a seat, and let the weekend officially begin - no matter what day it is.

🍳 Buttermilk Biscuit Jam Class @ North 42 Winery Yes, you can learn to make biscuits and jam like a boss (with wine, naturally). Bonus: pastry chef Iryna is a vibe.

🍷 Daisy & Co. Wine Bar – a new Harrow Hot Spot All May long: wine workshops, music nights, and their Mother’s Day Mimosas & Music event (Sunday, May 11). They even make Harrow feel hip. Respect.

🍻 Grove Brewing Co. – Mother’s Day Brunch & Terrarium Workshop Beer for breakfast? Yes. Plants in beer growler? Also yes. Celebrate mom with a buffet feast on Sunday, May 11th or get your hands dirty with Anna’s Garden on May 30th. All the details are on the Grove Brewing Company's Instagram Page.

✨Book It Before It’s Gone

May is the unofficial start of “oops-I-just-booked-a-trip” season. Whether it’s a wine-fueled weekend, a nature escape, or just an excuse to wear your new Grove tee, we’ve got your room waiting.

Book direct at www.thegrove.rocks and come kick off the season with sunshine, sass, and some serious chill.

Original BLOG by Jennifer Flynn, Chief Fun Maker & Experience Curator at The Grove Hospitality Group (May 1, 2025)