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The school year has started, the students have all settled in and there is one thing on most of their minds: “It’s time to party!” London offers a wide variety of bars and pubs for students to quench their thirst, socialize and do what it is they came to college for (am I right?) that it can be difficult to plan exactly where it is you want to go. With this in mind, here is your map to the most boozy London week you can enjoy without breaking the bank.

Monday / JACK’S (539 Richmond St | facebook.com/JacksLdn)

NO COVER - $1 BEERS, $2 .50 SHOTS

This is one of the most consistently crowded parties in the city. A Monday night at Jack’s offers two totally different experiences: each of the bar’s two levels offers a unique playlist with a great dance floor to get down on. Students can let loose and chase away the Monday doldrums in a flood of $2 beers. No cover and cheap drinks mean that come midnight, this bar is full and lively week in, week out – a great place to bring a group of friends to dance all your cares away.

Tuesday / MOLLY BLOOM’S (700 Richmond St | mollyblooms.ca)

NO COVER - 30 CENT WINGS - LIVE MUSIC

Located in the heart of downtown, Molly Bloom’s offers a cozy faux-Irish pub experience that offers a perfect opportunity for students and their friends to wind down with a couple of pints and classic pub food. A multitude of drinks and an extensive menu make this the perfect place for a more relaxing evening when compared to what else is on offer. Live music helps to authenticate the experience and create a welcoming, friendly atmosphere.

Wednesday / THE OUT BACK SHACK (Student Union Building | fsu.ca/obs)

EVENT NIGHT; PRICES TO VARY

Located right on campus and serving students great food and drinks every day of the week, The Out Back Shack really comes to life on Wednesday nights, when the FSU hosts weekly, varied events that are always guaranteed to be a fantastic way to spend a midweek evening with your friends. Open Mic, Sex-Toy Bingo and Trivia Nights are just some of the confirmed events that are coming students’ way, with many more to be announced weekly throughout the school year. More information and a full list of events can be found online and in the Interrobang year-round.

Thursday / McCABE’S (739 Richmond St)

$4.50 SCHOONERS - VARYING NIGHTLY SPECIALS

One of London’s newest watering holes, McCabe’s has expanded to London bringing a wide beer selection, a classic, sit- down décor and an expansive rooftop patio that is perfect for a sunny day with a few pints. A full menu compliments the wide selection of beer and liquor, and an ever-changing specials menu guarantees to keep everything fresh. One constant, however, is the availability of a domestic schooner for just $4.50, a perfect way to cap off a long day at work with the biggest glass of beer you can buy.

Friday / JIM BOB RAY’S (585 Richmond St. | jimbobrays.com)

$5 COVER - $3.50 MIXED DR INKS UNTIL 11 PM

The ultimate Friday night party spot, Jim Bob’s devotes itself to playing the most popular in current dance, hip-hop and R&B music, all in a quaint log cabin setting. JBR’s is pretty much guaranteed to be one of the busiest spots in the city, so arriving before 11 p.m. is a necessity for anybody who wants to get in a full night of partying. There’s plenty of sitting room and a spacious dance floor so you can find your comfort zone no matter what you’re into.

Saturday / THE BARKING FROG (09 John St. | barkingfrog.ca)

$3 COVER BEFORE MIDNIGHT

Two rooms, two floors and a large outdoor patio/bar make The Barking Frog the best bet for students who want to dance their Saturday night away. Whether you want to refresh with a number of mixed drinks and beers beginning at $3.50 cool off on the spacious patio or heat up on one of the dance floors, The Barking Frog is the perfec t venue for a weekend night out.

Sunday / CALL THE OFFICE (216 York St | calltheoffice.com)

$2 COVER - $3.50 BEERS - MIXED DRINKS UNTIL 11 P.M.- $12 .75 PITCHERS ALL NIGHT

The original dance party in London, Call the Office offers up the absolute best in ‘80s and ‘90s dance music for anybody who longs for the good old days of music, and there’s a spacious floor to enjoy it on. This is a pure and simple dance party, perfect for anybody who still has leftover energy from the nights before, or for those looking to squeeze in a last little bit of fun before a new school week starts.
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