George Street



George street (wikipedia)



     In Newfoundland, there a place where the people go to experience the "night-life". This is called George street. George street is two blocks long and is occupied solely by bars, pubs and restaurants. Traffic is not allowed on George street except in the mornings to allow the various establishments to restock. It is known for the most bars and pubs per square foot in North America and has bars that are also open later than other bars throughout Canada. The street becomes its busiest late at night (around midnight) and will stay busy until early morning (around 6am) despite the absence of alcohol.


George street festival (canada-photos.com)



     The street is used for the celebration of Mardis Gras in October, even though it is not celebrated in most other places until February. The largest celebration on George street is the George street festival, celebrated in August, which last six days. It is rumored to be the the largest festival of its kind with over 120,000 people taking part over the six days.

     The street used to be six blocks in length but with the addition of the St. John's convention centre, it has been divided into George street and George street west. George street west is occupied by many residences, businesses and a church, whereas George street is where the night life happens.

I'm sure George street is going to be on many of your lists of things to do, so have fun but be responsible.

Until next time me duckies!