Dan McCarthy is a busy entertainer around Cape Breton Island. The singer, songwriter, and guitar player—who splits his time between Glace Bay and Middle River—has been playing as a lead guitarist for many bands since the age of 14, most notably Spyder and Evolution. His vast repertoire of current, popular songs and old favourites, combined with his mastery of guitar, keeps him in demand as a solo artist, in duos, and a number of local bands, including his new group Sonic Highway.
9pm-1am | Free
Next Date: Aug 22, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
Hosted by the brilliant Ali Hassan and headlined by the amazing James Mullinger, CBC Laugh Out Loud will be taping live during Cape Breton C...
Next Date: Jun 27, 2025
Come out for the ‘Getting Primed’ pub sessions on-site at Colaisde na Gàidhlig, the Gaelic College. Live music, hot food, and c...
Next Date: Jul 20, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Big Pond
The Big Pond Concert is back this summer. After decades at MacIntyre’s Field and a few years inside the fire hall, the concert is back out...
Next Date: Jun 27, 2025
While on your visit to Cape Breton, make time for a stop in St. Ann’s! Get a first-hand look at the living traditions of Nova Scotia Gaels...
Next Date: Jul 11, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Big Baddeck
Join two incredible talents for an evening of stirring folk music at the Little Church in Big Baddeck! Dave Gunning, a luminary in Canadian ...
Next Date: Jun 6, 2025
Region: Louisbourg Area
Community: Marion Bridge
Players of all skill levels are welcome. Bring your guitar, and an amp and mic if you have one. We will take turns playing songs so all play...
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