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Music & Events

Where music, laughter and community come together

Here, music and laughter are always on tap. You’ll find it in our pubs and restaurants across our Island, as our friendly cheer and sense of community often brings everyone together. Explore the Island and take part in local festivals, céilidhs and events.

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Two of a Kind

There’s nothing better than watching two musicians who just love playing music together.

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Songs for the Ages

Before they were committed to memory and passed down and around through the ages, the traditional songs of today were once brand new.

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Celtic Colours Experience: By Calum MacCrimmon of Breabach

Callum MacCrimmon shares his experience on his 3rd Celtic Colours Festival in Cape Breton. Calum is a multi-instrumentalist, singer and composer best known as a founding member of the award-winning Scottish folk band Breabach.

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