Prepare for a showdown between NYC and Montreal!
The Big Apple, a city that never sleeps, stands out for one major thing — its busy nightlife.
Night-time economy is an important asset that many cities worldwide are running after. However, most cities are way ahead of the major nightlife hubs like London, New York, and Sydney.
Because they don’t let their bars and nightclubs close at night. They have a 24/7 nightlife, serving alcohol throughout the day and night.
A recent addition to this highlighted list of cities is Montreal. Joining the league where Tokyo and Berlin are prominent players, Montreal is now introducing round-the-clock nightlife, creating a stiff competition against New York.
In fact, Montreal is now among very few North American cities where bars will remain open and serve alcohol 24 hours a day. The drinking age in the city is 18, as opposed to the legal drinking age in New York, which is 21.
Similarly, in the Big Apple, even though the city has enjoyed a reputation for its after-hours culture, the bars close at 4 a.m.
This bold step by Canada’s major city has made it the third city in North America with a party-all-the-time urban life—the first two being Las Vegas and New Orleans.
As per a BBC report, a 24-hour drinking law can have a significantly positive impact on a city’s economy.
The rule will be implemented in certain zones, where bars will no longer be obligated to close at 3 a.m. Meanwhile, a designated 24/7 nightlife district will be formed. As indicated by Ericka Alneus, a city council member who advocated this change, this opportunity will boost the city’s economic growth and reinforce the cultural scene.
Some outlets in Montreal are already moving towards this concept. Since this city is a popular weekend and partying destination for American students and bachelors, this move will greatly improve current revenue.
Montreal’s major move follows the footsteps of Tokyo and Berlin, which is why any changes, new laws, special zones, and other specifics are committed to bringing more money to the local reserves.
Even though the Motrealers doubted the move, many citizens preferred this change of law because previous closing times caused chaos and called for a greater demand for security.
