BOA Takes Over Windsor
Canada’s Drag Race and Slaycation star returns to Windsor for three unforgettable shows this weekend
Windsor, get ready — BOA is coming home.
The beloved Canadian drag artist, known for her standout run on Canada’s Drag Race Season 1 and her recent return to screens on Slaycation, is back in her hometown for a three-event weekend takeover, celebrating drag, community, and local talent across Windsor.
From a high-energy club night at The Barbershop Bar, to an intimate makeup workshop at The Well, and a bubbly daytime performance to close out the weekend, BOA’s return is more than a booking — it’s a full-circle moment rooted in pride, connection, and giving back.
BOA is BACK and She's Bringing Friends
TICKETS
Friday, January 16 – BOA Is Back (With Friends)
📍 The Barbershop Bar | 2587 Howard Ave
🕙 10 PM – 2 AM
BOA kicks off the weekend with a high-energy, club-style drag experience at The Barbershop Bar. Joining her on stage are local Windsor queens Airress and Luxy Charms, bringing hometown talent and community pride to the spotlight.
Expect fierce looks, seamless performances woven into a dance-floor atmosphere, and interactive moments where the audience becomes part of the show.
The night also features a Lip Sync Battle to Lady Gaga’s “Bad Romance,” with volunteers competing for bragging rights — judged by BOA herself with help from the crowd.
💖 Community Give-Back:
Guests are encouraged to bring performance-ready outfits for local drag artists or winter items (mittens, scarves, hats) to support the Downtown Mission.
🎟️ General Admission: $25 advance / $30 door
📸 Meet & Greet Photobooth: $40
Beauty by BOA
Saturday, January 17 – Beauty by BOA 💋
📍 The Well Windsor | 875 Erie St E
🕕 Workshop at 6 PM | Afterparty from 9 PM
Saturday shifts gears with Beauty by BOA, a hands-on drag makeup workshop led by BOA herself. Attendees will receive a complimentary drag makeup starter kit and learn directly from one of Canada’s most recognizable drag artists.
Feeling extra slay? Guests are invited to bring a full drag look and hit the stage for a lip sync following the workshop.
✨ The night continues with a FREE afterparty, featuring dancing, food, drinks, and a show-stopping BOA finale at 10 PM.
📸 Meet & Greet available for $15.
🎟️ Workshop fee: $100 (limited spots available)
Bubbles with BOA
TICKETS
Sunday, January 18 – Bubbles with BOA
📍 The Barbershop Bar
🕐 1 PM
Closing out the weekend is Bubbles with BOA, a daytime drag experience filled with sparkle, charm, and celebratory vibes.
✨ Special Promo:
Guests who purchase the Friday Meet & Greet ticket automatically receive free access to Sunday’s Bubbles with BOA event — two BOA appearances, one ticket.
💖 MORE THAN A SHOW
Throughout the weekend, BOA’s return highlights not only her journey from Windsor stages to national television, but also her commitment to uplifting local artists and giving back to the community that helped shape her.
From spotlighting Windsor performers to supporting local charities, this weekend is a reminder that drag is not just entertainment — it’s connection, culture, and care.
Whether you’re dancing until last call, perfecting your beat, or sipping bubbles in the afternoon, BOA’s Windsor homecoming promises something for everyone.
Three events. One iconic queen. Countless moments of joy, pride, and community.
Windsor — she’s back. 💖