Donnie Campbell and Jinks (James) O’Neill started performing together in 2014. Both are from Sydney and grew up in musical households. They have travelled extensively with their music—Donnie with folk music and Jinks with rock and roll bands—giving them a vast repertoire of music from the folk revival, ‘50s and ‘60s rock and roll, and classic country, along with the traditional music of Ireland, Scotland, and Cape Breton Island.
6-9pm | Free
Next Date: Aug 3, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney River
Get ready to go on a trip, without leaving the Island! Red Farm Field Trip is a new 19+ outdoor music festival just minutes from downtown Sy...
Next Date: Jun 20, 2025
Region: Louisbourg Area
Community: Louisbourg
Nestled in the Eastern region of Unama’ki (Cape Breton), Louisbourg sits on the ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq. The Fortress of Loui...
Next Date: Jun 30, 2025
As part of KitchenFest! 2025, we are thrilled to invite you to the Big Bash at Colaisde na Gàidhlig | The Gaelic College! Running from 4 pm...
Next Date: Jul 30, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
You can’t stop the beat! It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on t...
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: Jun 3, 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 ...
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
A nice steady climb along a well-worn path, Ben Eoin Trail leads you through large old Birch and Beech trees. At the top of the small mountain, the look-off offers views of East Bay of the Bras d’Or Lakes like no other. The 1.7 KM hike starts at the
Not ready to welcome the winter just yet? Destination Cape Breton has you covered. Why not check out a local accommodation with a hot tub or a jacuzzi?
Embark on a coastal adventure to Cape Breton Island and discover a world where coastal beauty meets serene seascapes.
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.
10 Cape Breton Island experiences: the Cabot Trail, Fortress of Louisbourg, cèilidhs, seafood, golf and more.
Membertou is a vibrant Indigenous community nestled in the heart of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. With its rich history, cultural attractions, and warm hospitality, Membertou offers visitors a unique and unforgettable experience.
The unofficial capital of Cape Breton is filled with plenty of fun activities for everyone. With the world’s largest fiddle as a crown jewel, you’ll be surprised by what you find here.
Cape Breton Island Ambassador Ashley George was selected by Explore Canada as an official ambassador for her home province of Nova Scotia.
