London Ont., concert venues and restaurants hopeful COVID-19 restrictions will stay loosened
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With proof-of-vaccine requirements being lifted for the first time since coming into effect last September, many London Ont., businesses are hopeful the change is here to stay.
With proof-of-vaccine requirements lifting for the first time since coming into effect last September, many London Ont., businesses are hopeful the change is here to stay.
Budweiser Gardens is one venue that is excited to welcome people back inside after being closed to events for the bulk of the pandemic.
“It’s been a long road for the last couple of years and it’s nice to get back to where we can bring 100 per cent of people back to the venue and make it easier for them to get into the building,” said Brian Ohl, Budweiser Gardens general manager.
With restrictions lifting, Ohl said they have several events set to return to the arena in the coming months.
He notes proof of vaccine status will not be needed for things like hockey games but when it comes down to concerts and other events it will be left up to each show or performer to decide.
Other local venues like the Grand Theatre say they will keep proof of vaccine requirements in place until further notice.
Tickets for all Grand Theatre remaining performances in the 2021-22 season, including Jeans ‘n Classics, will be made available for sale based on 100 per cent capacity.
To further enhance safety the theatre will also offer flexible seating options at all performances when capacity allows.
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