West Mabou Family Square Dances

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Mabou & Area

Jun 13 – Oct 11

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West Mabou Family Square Dances have been presented for over 30 years and are a well-established attraction of Cape Breton Island’s Celtic music scene. The Inverness County square sets are easy to learn and guided square sets are offered for newcomers at the start of each dance. These dances are attended by locals and visitors alike and feature the island’s best-known traditional musicians. Come join the fun.  All ages welcome!
9pm-12am | $12 / FREE (12 and under)

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2399 Little Mabou Road, Mabou, Nova Scotia

1-902-945-2393

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Jul 18 9:00 PM Jul 18 9:00 PM Jul 25 9:00 PM Jul 25 9:00 PM Aug 1 9:00 PM Aug 1 9:00 PM
Aug 8 9:00 PM Aug 8 9:00 PM Aug 15 9:00 PM Aug 15 9:00 PM Aug 22 9:00 PM Aug 22 9:00 PM Aug 29 9:00 PM Aug 29 9:00 PM Sep 5 9:00 PM Sep 5 9:00 PM Sep 12 9:00 PM Sep 12 9:00 PM Sep 19 9:00 PM Sep 19 9:00 PM Sep 26 9:00 PM Sep 26 9:00 PM Oct 3 9:00 PM Oct 3 9:00 PM Oct 10 9:00 PM

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