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Britbar — Alternative-focused Penticton bar with live music, DJs and current punk/indie/electronic programming. site and current programming support active live-music use. Programming includes Punk, indie, alternative, electronic, mixed. The venue is 21+. The venue is at 67 Nanaimo Ave E, Penticton, BC V2A 1M1.

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250-770-2391

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21+
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Alternative, Electronic, Indie, Punk
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67 Nanaimo Ave E, Penticton, BC V2A 1M1, Canada
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250-770-2391
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