Ready to dive into one of Windsor’s most exciting and free events of the year? Welcome to the 2024 Electric Avenue Alley Party, a must-attend celebration on the 400 block of Erie Street East during Open Streets Windsor! With over 25+ vendors, live music, vintage shopping, and delicious eats, this family- and pet-friendly event is going to be electric in more ways than one. Here’s your ultimate guide to enjoying every moment!
When and Where
Circle Sunday, September 22, 2024 on your calendar! From 10am to 3pm, Electric Avenue will be buzzing with excitement. The alleyways of the 400 block of Erie Street East will come alive with music, art, and a whole lot of fun, coinciding with Open Streets Windsor.
The festivities will encompass the WindsorEats Food Hall and the alleyways surrounding the soon-to-be new homes of Craft Heads Brewing Company and Phog Lounge.
Free and Family-Friendly Fun
Bring the whole crew—furry friends included! This free event is open to everyone, making it the perfect outing for families, friends, and pet owners alike. Whether you’re hunting for the best vintage finds or jamming to live tunes, Electric Avenue welcomes guests of all ages (and species!) to join the fun.
It’s the perfect spot to start and/or end your 2024 Open Streets jaunt through the city.
There’s A Massive Market With 25+ Local Makers & Vendors Lining the Alleyways
Get ready to shop till you drop with over 25 local vendors offering unique treasures like vintage clothing, handcrafted art, and upcycled accessories. Here are a few vendors you won’t want to miss:
- Mr. (Frank Moses): Multidisciplined artist selling original paintings and statues.
- Twin Flame Atelier: Slow fashion and wearable vintage pieces.
- Unbranded: Hand-silkscreened clothing from upcycled and vintage fabrics.
- Alley Slab Vintage Audio: selling vinyl records
Whether you’re looking for home decor, fashion, or art, you’ll find something special in every nook and cranny of Electric Avenue.
A Produce Market + Sweet Revenge Bake Shop
Looking for some fresh, local goodies? Be sure to swing by the Southpoint Produce Market for farm-fresh produce, and treat yourself to something sweet from Sweet Revenge Bake Shop. From macarons to sinfully delicious cupcakes, these baked goods will keep your energy levels high for all the shopping and dancing ahead!
Boozy Brunch & Craft Beer for a Cause
Make a stop at WindsorEats Food Hall for their signature boozy brunch, served up with a side of vintage market vibes. An entire market dedicated to vintage goods will be within the WindsorEats Food Hall Patio.
Looking to sip on some local brews? We’ll be serving up a limited edition B’Erie Street Blonde from our friends and sponsors, Craft Heads Brewing Company‘s. The best part? $1 from every can of it goes to support to our other party supporter, Phog Lounge, as they prep to move to their new Erie Street location along with Craft Heads. Drink up for a good cause!
Free Tours Of All The Murals
For all the art lovers out there, we’re offering free walking tours of the Electric Avenue murals at 10am, 12pm, and 2pm. Take a stroll through the alley and discover the stories behind the vibrant artwork that gives this corridor its unique personality.
Live Music to Keep You Moving
What’s a party without some good tunes? Get ready to vibe out to live music as Ryan Yoker will be strumming strings in the alley while Justin James plays some house music you can dance to on the WindsorEats Food Hall patio to keep the energy high. Whether you’re dancing in the street or shopping the alleyways, the live soundtrack is sure to make this an event to remember.
Live Art By Artist, DENIAL
How can you host an arts and culture festival and not have one of Windsor’s most popular artists participate?! See a master at work as the renowned artist and Windsorite, DENIAL, will be setting up a live art demonstration within the alley.
Craft Heads Homebrewer Garage Sale
While in the process of opening their new space on Erie Street, Craft Heads have identified a bunch of brewing equipment and brewing stuff they no longer need so they’re having a garage sale that’s a go-to for any home brewer.
Phog Lounge will also be selling off some goods and collectibles to help them with all the expenses of their big move.
Vintage Market at WindsorEats Food Hall
Calling all vintage lovers! The WindsorEats patio will host our largest curated vintage market to date, where you can shop everything from retro fashion to unique home decor. Support sustainable shopping while snagging some one-of-a-kind pieces you won’t find anywhere else.
Food Trucks and Drinks
Feeling peckish? There’ll be no shortage of amazing food and drinks throughout the day. WindsorEats Food Hall will be lined with food the food trucks Rico Taco Windsor, Dosa Mosa, and Kaeru Snack Bar, so make sure you refuel in between all the shopping, dancing, and fun.
The Entire Alleyway Will Be Licensed
Yep! You’ll be able to stroll about the alleyways with a drink in hand, taking in the art, the vendors, and the all the fun.
Don’t Forget About Open Streets Windsor
Make a day of it! While you’re enjoying Electric Avenue, don’t forget to explore the wider Open Streets Windsor celebration. This annual event closes down streets to cars, allowing pedestrians and cyclists to roam freely throughout the city. There’s plenty to see, but trust us—you’ll want to spend most of your time right here in the heart of Electric Avenue.
How to Get There
With streets closed to cars, we recommend walking, biking, or even rollerblading your way to the event. If you do need to drive, plan ahead and park in a nearby lot or street parking, then enjoy a short stroll over to the festivities.
Are You Ready to Rock Electric Avenue?
The 2024 Electric Avenue Alley Party is shaping up to be one of Windsor’s most exciting (and free!) events of the year. From the live music and vintage markets to food, drinks, and local vendors, there’s something for everyone. Plus, with its family- and pet-friendly vibes, you can bring the whole gang—fur babies included!
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