Windsor Loop Sessions is turning 15 (sessions, not years — but still a milestone worth celebrating) and they’re throwing a party to mark it. On Saturday, August 30, from 3pm to 10pm, the Windsor Loop crew is taking over the WindsorEats Food Hall (400 Erie St. East, Windsor, ON) for a special summer edition called Beats & Vintage.
Think: live beats, hands-on music workshops, a vintage vendor market, and, of course, all the amazing food and drinks from WindsorEats. Best part? It’s totally free and all ages—so bring your friends, your kids, or even your grandma.
1. What Is Windsor Loop Sessions Anyway?
Windsor Loop Sessions is a monthly jam where local producers come together for sample challenges, open aux sessions, and good vibes. It’s all about community, creativity, and showcasing Windsor’s music scene. Beats & Vintage will be their 15th session—so you know it’s going to be extra special.
2. The Event Runs All Day
The party kicks off at 3pm and runs until 10pm, so you can roll through for the full day or just pop in when you can.
Here’s the lineup:
- 3–5pm: Beat-making workshop (hands-on, open to all ages)
- 5–7pm: Open Aux (anyone can jump on and share their sounds)
- 7:15–7:45pm: Miz Korona
- 8:00–8:30pm: Penn Stacks
- 8:45–9:15pm: Ossim Jones
- 9:15–10pm: Closing vibes with Playlist into Records
3. Yes, There’s a Beat-Making Workshop 🎛️
Always wanted to learn how to make beats but didn’t know where to start? From 3 to 5pm, you can get hands-on with gear, records, and samplers in an all-ages workshop. Perfect for kids, beginners, or anyone looking to experiment.
4. The Producer Showcase Is Stacked
The lineup features some heavy hitters from the Windsor and Detroit scenes:
- Miz Korona
- Penn Stacks
- Ossim Jones
- Datsunn
- Zillie Holiday
Expect live performances that mix hip hop, soul, electronic, and everything in between.
5. Shop the Vintage Market 🛍️
It’s not just about the music. Beats & Vintage also brings a curated lineup of vintage and local vendors setting up on the WindsorEats patio. Think clothes, collectibles, and one-of-a-kind finds. Some of the vendors you might spot:
- Racks and Ruins (@racksandruin)
- Eh Plus Vintage (@eh.plus.vintage)
- Shop Bosuns (@shopbosuns)
- Reduce Reuse Clothes (@reducereuseclothes)
- Sad Baby Vintage (@sadbabyvintage)
- Designs by Sav (@designsby.sav)
- Clothes Hores (@clothes.hores)
…and more!
6. Food + Drinks = Covered 🍔🍹
Kaeru Snack Bar will be providing all the deliciousness for the event while WindsorEats will be slinging their popular margaritas and other thirst quenching drinks and cocktails.
7. Where & When 📍
- Date: Saturday, August 30, 2024
- Time: 3pm–10pm
- Location: WindsorEats Food Hall (400 Erie St. East, Windsor, ON)
- Price: Free!
- All Ages: Absolutely—bring the whole family
8. TL;DR
Beats & Vintage = music showcase + vintage market + workshop + food + drinks = the perfect free, all-ages late-summer Saturday.
