Posts Tagged ‘bars’
Downtown in a nutshell
The rumours are true: Halifax is home to more pubs per-capita than any other city in Canada. But where, oh where, does a fresh 19-23 year-old go to dance in this pub-hub? Have no fear. Here’s a basic guide to help you out before you amble downtown. Let’s start with the most notorious – the…
Read MoreWhere to see live music
Halifax is one of those communities where great music flourishes. Musical talent seems to gravitate to the coast, and Halifax houses plenty of venues. The renowned Seahorse Tavern (1665 Argyle St.) is a must visit for any self-respecting aficionado—the coastal tavern has been home to the city’s best since 1948. For the real Easterner experience,…
Read MoreDating in Halifax
There is no denying that wherever you are, whatever your age, or whomever you are spending your time with, love is all around us. It is just a matter of finding it. As a 19-year-old girl I can attest to having experienced the wicked game of dating with all its highs and very (very) lows.…
Read MoreThe newbie’s guide to drinks and dancing
Welcome to Halifax! If hitting the bars is your style, this is the perfect place to be. Halifax is reputed to have the most bars per capita in Canada. With that abundant selection, this handy guide is a must-have for newcomers to navigate the downtown maze, and will serve as a refresher for veteran students…
Read MoreDSU stepping up the Grawood’s game
More than just a pub/club/lounge/bar/restaurant Within the kingdom of Halifax, where the campus-per-student statistic is topped only by the notorious pub-per-student ratio, it’s hard to understand why the Grawood Campus Pub is not king. Even cheap drinks and a dangerously convenient location have not been able to consistently tap into Dal’s young and…
Read MoreThe frosh guide to campus bars
Hali hangouts to suit any style With files from Erica Eades At the heart of the university experience lies the social bonds formed at the beginning of your freshman year. Sure, some would have you believe that the goal of pursuing a degree is to get a job in your chosen field, but at…
Read MoreWhere to watch the game
Your guide to sports bars in Halifax Your sports fix can be satisfied here in Halifax. Whether it’s by catching a game in-person or sitting on a stool with a pint in hand, we’ve got you covered. Top venues to watch local sports: F.B. Wickwire Memorial Field: The home of your campus team, the Dalhousie…
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