Out of the woods of Mabou, a town that beats in the musical heart of Cape Breton, comes the soulful, ever captivating, Americana singer Aaron MacDonald. It’s this small-town lifestyle that inspires songs for this ECMA nominee. Aaron’s matured blend of country and rock, all lovingly leaning towards roots and blues, carries the feel of familiarity while experiencing new songs for the first time. The authenticity of MacDonald’s live performances is magically captured as he lays out his life’s story with each song. His music comes across as something between the rhythmic soul of Nathaniel Rateliff mixed with the superb simplicity of John Prine.
Next Date: Jun 29, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
For more than half a century, Mabou has been buzzing with excitement every July as we host our beloved annual tradition. It’s a time f...
Next Date: Jun 27, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
Join us in the beautiful Strathspey Performing Arts Centre in Mabou for a powerful evening of Cape Breton songwriting. The “Small of My He...
Next Date: Aug 30, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Inverness
Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of Cape Breton’s most magical summer traditions. The Sunset Series at Inverness County ...
Next Date: Jun 26, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Judique
The Celtic Music Interpretive Centre’s Daily Lunch Céilidh showcases authentic traditional music and $15 lunch specials. While you’re t...
Next Date: Jun 30, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Brook Village
The Adult Square Dance in Brook Village is a very popular attraction through the summer and fall in Cape Breton. Come swing! Come dance! Mon...
Next Date: Jul 28, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Brook Village
The Adult Square Dance in Brook Village is a very popular attraction through the summer and fall in Cape Breton. Come swing! Come dance! Mon...
This region includes beautiful communities like Cape North, Bay St Lawrence, Capstick and Meat Cove.
Come explore the Celtic Shore Coastal Trail with us! Plus learn about some true hidden gems here on Canada's Musical Coast.
A for Adventure is coming to Cape Breton! Where are they going to go and what are they doing? Well, that's up to YOU! Visit our Facebook page to vote on where they will go and what adventures they'll get up to!
Come late November, when parts of Canada begin to be blanketed with snow, Cape Breton wonders if Mother Nature has forgotten her. Not a chance. Winter on Cape Breton Island is inevitable.
This fall, explore Cape Breton's variety of breweries and distilleries found all over the island.
Waterfall Season returns to Cape Breton Island!
Discover the magic of winter in Port Hawkesbury, where adventure, great food and entertainment come together for the perfect seasonal getaway.
The Island Wide Waterfall Weekend is a weekend to get up and get outside. Cape Breton Island will be bustling this weekend as visitors and residents are encouraged to join us as we travel to 12 different waterfalls across the Island!
There’s nothing better than watching two musicians who just love playing music together.
No matter where you go on Cape Breton Island, you’ll find magical places to explore, guaranteed to be bursting with artisan studios and galleries around every corner.
