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Cabot Trail Writers Festival

St. Ann's Bay & North Shore

Oct 3 – Oct 5

About

An annual celebration of reading and writing in the heart of Cape Breton Island. Every autumn, our weekend festival unfolds over three days in St Ann’s and surrounding communities in wild, beautiful Unama’ki (Cape Breton). A celebration where writers, storytellers, and readers come together and experience the magic power of stories to connect us and create community. Festival program line-up and ticket information available on our website.

Location & Contact

51779 Cabot Trail, St. Ann's, Nova Scotia

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All Dates

Oct 3 12:00 AM Oct 4 12:00 AM Oct 5 12:00 AM

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