Céilidh Matinee at the Frolic’n Folk

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Get a taste of local Celtic music and culture with the Frolic’n Folk’s Saturday Ceilidhs (kay-lee). Expect to see world-renowned talent & budding entertainers from all over our native Cape Breton. General admission seating. First come first serve at the pub. No reservations. Minors allowed up until 10pm.

5-8pm | $5

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Dates & Times

November
Sat Nov 14 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sat Nov 21 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sat Nov 28 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
December
Sat Dec 5 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sat Dec 12 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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