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La Cale du Gouvernail — Live-music bar/venue presenting touring rock, punk, country and tribute bands. Current 2026 ticket calendar includes Gob, GreenWoodz, Caravane and multiple touring bands. From a performer’s standpoint, the room supports active full-band concert calendar. Programming includes Rock, punk, country, tribute, hip-hop, mixed. The venue makes the most sense for artists comfortable working a nightlife crowd. The venue is at 11575 1re Avenue, Saint-Georges, QC G5Y 7H5.

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Country, Hip Hop, Punk, Rock
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11575 1re Avenue, Saint-Georges, QC G5Y 7H5, Canada

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