For more than 25 years, singer-songwriter Andrew Doyle has been performing locally around Cape Breton Island and internationally across the western hemisphere. Known for an incredibly diverse and energetic set list, the Sydney Mines native’s highly entertaining live performances are full of songs, stories, and even a few laughs that will leave you feeling uplifted and thoroughly entertained.
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Next Date: Aug 1, 2025
Region: Louisbourg Area
Community: Louisbourg
On August 1, commemorate Emancipation Day and learn about Black History at Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site. Join a noontime pr...
Next Date: Jul 4, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Boisdale
We’re in for quite a special night with this stellar combo of Howie MacDonald, Buddy MacDonald, Beverly MacLean, Angus MacKenzie, and ...
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
It’s always a good time at the Baddeck Legion, one of KitchenFest!’s regular locales. At a pub night, you can expect lively tune...
Next Date: Jul 10, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
ELYSE AERYN is picking up speed with her nostalgic brand of alt-country/rock, wrapping up a wild 2024 as Music Nova Scotia’s Entertainer o...
Next Date: Jul 25, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
The name “The Baddeck Gathering” Ceilidh came from a popular fiddle tune of the same name that was recorded by many Cape Breton ...
Next Date: Oct 18, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
The name “The Baddeck Gathering” Ceilidh came from a popular fiddle tune of the same name that was recorded by many Cape Breton ...
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