I know this had the potential to be a five star event!!! Mother Nature just didn't cooperate. She shut us down, fast. Real fast. The gloomy clouds crept up on us. The flashing lightning and the torrential downpour seemed never ending. Nonetheless, I'm glad I had the chance to get to know a few new Yelpers. Although it was inside the arena, we were able to sit and enjoy each others' company. Kris, I know you missed out on some of the festivities because we came so late. Thanks for always being such a positive and gracious host. read more

Like Karen L mentioned, this event had potential...that was unfortunately rained out within the first act. Oh well, no fault of Kris U though 'cause participating Yelpers did have their own section, in the VIP tent, AND a free drink to boot! Alas, it was just not meant to be as standing underneath a tent - or a tree - is not safe during a thunderstorm. Who knew? (Well, the tree part is pretty obvious!) So even though we weren't able to fully enjoy the music that was supposed to be intended for our ears, we did get to know one another while take cover at the Port Credit Arena. :) Something that I don't think would be impossible during a concert. Live music can be pretty loud and disturbing to a conversation! A for effort and until next year, Southside Shuffle! Shoutouts to the first-timers at this event! Don't worry, they don't get rained out often. ;) Please come again. read more

Southside Shuffle - Main stage - Festivals Near Me - Mississauga, Ontario

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After waiting almost 3 years, and a couple of thunderstorms, I finally got to experience Southside Shuffle in the VIP tent courtesy of Yelp. I also walked on Lakeshore to check it out. Along Lakeshore, there are two stages and 3-4 large blocks are closed to traffic and opened to pedestrians only. I honestly thought the music would be boring, but it's actually quite uplifting. I'm not sure if the music has gotten more modern or if I'm just getting old, but I liked the general vibe. In terms of the festival, there are a bunch of tents in Memorial park in addition to 4-5 rib vendors and maybe 5-6 food trucks. I like how they set up two stages across from each other. It basically allows for the next band to set up with less wait time. The VIP tent is nice because it's covered and your own table. Verdict: Even if you don't like jazz and blues music, it's still worth checking out because it's free and lots of different vendors and food. read more

The event was cut short by a roaring clouds with thunder, winds and rain. Despite this, it was a fun night gathering, meeting other yelpers members and sharing few good laughs and experiences and future events. The first 30 minutes without the storm was also great. Jazz music, private tent and complimentary drink, yelp never disappoints. It was a trip to see older peeps enjoy and grooving to the music. And the private tent made me feel important :). The event also had lots of food vendors that I wish I could've tried. Also, a great lineup of bands that I wish I could've heard. That will have to wait next time. So despite the weather, the night was not bad. It wasn't a waste, and thanks Kris to always going above and beyond to setting up these amazing events. Your hard work is greatly appreciated. read more

It may be raining outside but that hasn't stopped a small crowd from enjoying this festival. Dancing under umbrellas is way more fun anyway! The music is fantastic with a mix of lively and serious. There are various food trucks available to satisfy hunger pangs that range from BBQ to butter chicken and phad Thai. The quality may not be the best but good enough to enjoy with your Mill St. Come on down everyone! This festival deserves your support. read more

Wonderful time at the Southside Shuffle, Port Credit. It was excellent interacting with many of the artists and learning about all of their adventures. Looking forward to building some of their professional websites!! MC Larry Kurtz and Co-MC Linda Pinizzotto did a fantastic job! read more

Always enjoyable even if the weather isn't so great. Only thing I would change is the beer selection. Down child rocks!!

What really sucks is that when you look up info online about tickets at http://www.southsideshuffle.com/tickets.htm you get told Friday is 5$ to get in but when we went thinking that 5$ is not bad to walk around in the rain and take a look at everything only to get told it's 10$ after they had taken our money I looked at the girl and said is it not 5$ she then told us no its 10$ and points to a sing tucked away that said 10$ I then showed the girl my phone with the site above open on it with the 5$ price listed to only be told "that's not mine, I'm not responsible for that" at this point she had put the band's in our hands and would not do a refund and just looked away like we were not in front of her. We will never ever go back to this yearly event. It was not an event that I would have willingly spent 10$ to go to. read more