Born and raised in Antigonish, Dara Smith-MacDonald has been playing the fiddle for more than 20 years. With family roots in Inverness, she now resides in Port Hawkesbury and is known for her strong, lively playing and traditional style. Dara can often be found on stage with Adam Young, a sought-after piano player from Marion Bridge. No stranger to the Louisbourg Playhouse, Adam created and directed the Playhouse’s popular music and comedy revue, Cape Breton Lyrics & Laughter, which has been performed close to 400 times over its 20-year run. Frequent collaborators over the years, the duo has recorded on two albums together.
Next Date: May 31, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: New Waterford
Amigos is an acoustic/electric duo featuring Gerald Aucoin and Kenny MacLeod that plays a great selection of tunes from the 1960s and ‘70s...
Next Date: May 9, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Ed Woodsworth’s music career began with award-winning, chart-topping Cape Breton group Realworld who had several releases on local and n...
Next Date: May 30, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Breton Brewing’s Music on Tap! Series puts the spotlight on local and traveling musicians. Friday Music on Tap! this week features Cal...
Next Date: May 13, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Pop culture, graffiti, collage, punk rock and skateboarding collide in this exhibition which celebrates urban aesthetics and the art of the ...
Next Date: May 8, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: North Sydney
Drop in at the Wilfred Oram Memorial Library to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.1-3pm | Free ...
Next Date: May 14, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
St. John’s, Newfoundland-based Kelly McMichael is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer who has performed with The Burning Hel...
If you are staying in Sydney for the night and you are looking for a quick escape to nature, history, and rugged coastal views then the 30 minute trip to Louisbourg is a great plan!
Embark on a coastal adventure to Cape Breton Island and discover a world where coastal beauty meets serene seascapes.
Cape Breton is becoming one of the most sought after locations to Instagram in Canada. Use our hashtag #FallforCapeBreton to be entered into a great get away package!
Cape Breton Island is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, and when winter descends, the island transforms into a wonderland of snow-covered trails, frosted trees, and serene vistas.
Planning a trip is always exciting, and exploring virtually is a great way to get a preview before experiencing it in person! We’ve compiled a group of amazing locations that you can virtually explore before coming to Cape Breton Island.
Atlantic lobster from Cape Breton Island is renowned for being the freshest and some of the tastiest lobster in the world.
In June, Cape Breton Island welcomed Ren Navarro, a well-known advocate for diversity in the brewing industry and a passionate explorer. Ren’s visit to our stunning Island was a blend of historical adventures, local brews and breathtaking natural bea
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!
When you think of a “weekend getaway” you don’t have to travel very far as there are so many incredible places to find adventure in Cape Breton.
As autumn's vibrant hues cover Cape Breton Island's hills and coastlines, one event captures the season’s essence perfectly: the Celtic Colours International Festival. Held each October, this renowned festival blends music, culture and natural beauty
