North Sydney & Sydney Mines Area

Aug 12 – Aug 16

About

The annual Cape Breton Exhibition runs August 12-16th! For well over 100 years, the CBEx has been a destination for friends, neighbours and visitors from across North America. It’s five jam-packed, fun-filled days featuring Horse Shows, MBRA Ram Rodeo Tour, Livestock exhibits, local vendors, amusements and games, and of course the CBEx Outdoor Entertainment Stage showcasing some of Cape Breton’s finest entertainers! There’s something for everyone – see you at the CBEx!

9am-11pm daily

Tuesday, August 12

The Turnbull Brothers 2:30pm / Cape Breton Céilidh: Beverly MacLean, Malcolm MacNeil, Joe MacMaster 8pm

Wednesday, August 13

Cruz Wilson 2:30pm / East Coast Pro Wrestling 6:30pm / The Kool Kats 8:30pm

Thursday, August 14

Keira Loane 2:30pm / Scott Phillips Band 8pm

Friday, August 15

Jordan Musycsyn 2:30pm / J.P. Cormier 8pm

Saturday, August 16

Buddy MacDonald 2:30pm / Backhouse Brass 8pm

Location & Contact

105 Regent Street, North Sydney, Nova Scotia

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