Date: Jun 11, 2025
Jud Gunning has a genuine love for playing music and has been making a name for himself in the Nova Scotian music scene. With performances at the Stan Rogers Folk Festival, the Pictou Lobster Carnival and the New Glasgow Jubilee under his belt, Jud has captivated live audiences across the Maritime provinces, and has only just begun. Dedicated to the craft of guitar playing, with an appreciation for artists such as Chet Atkins, Doc Watson, John Allan Cameron, Buddy Holly, Roger Miller, Hank Snow, Stompin’ Tom Connors and the Delmore Brothers, Jud Gunning has been building up a strong repertoire of classic songs and instrumentals. He looks forward to following in the footsteps of his musical heroes and taking his talent wherever the road may lead him.
8–11pm
Next Date: Jun 30, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Ingonish Beach
Chad Tetford is a songwriter/singer and entertainer from Mira River, Cape Breton. A seasoned performer, Chad mixes folk standards and tradit...
Next Date: Jul 3, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Margaree Valley
Neil McDaniel originates from Margaree Forks, Cape Breton Island and carries his own vibrant brand of Celtic music. He has earned himself an...
Next Date: Jun 16, 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: Jun 27, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Margaree Valley
Howie MacDonald is a well-respected fiddler who has composed dozens of tunes and, although best known as a fiddler, he is a superb pianist w...
Next Date: Oct 3, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Big Baddeck
Madison Violet is a JUNO-nominated duo featuring Lisa MacIsaac and Brenley MacEachern. The pair, who grew up on rural Cape Brenton Island, c...
Next Date: Jun 18, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
Stop in at the Baddeck Library for a weekly Letter Writing Social. The Library supplies the pens, beautiful stationery, stamps, and a quiet ...
Looking for a more pampered winter getaway? Spend a few nights at the Inverary Resort to decompress, treat yourself to a luxe cocktail and catch up on some much-deserved sleep in their new lodge.
There are so many hiking trails with phenomenal views in Cape Breton that it’s difficult to narrow it down to 5.
If you’re looking to start your trip around the Cabot Trail with a little adventure, then this one day itinerary is for you!
Snowmobiling offers exhilarating experiences across winter landscapes, but safety must always be a priority.
While in Cape Breton, if wanting a real slice-of-life night out, be sure to check out one of our dandy dances.
As the crisp autumn air settles over Cape Breton Island, the landscape transforms into a vibrant tapestry of red, orange and gold. This season is the perfect time to explore the Island's natural beauty, rich culture and warm hospitality.
Looking for a great way to spend your long weekend on Cape Breton Island? Chéticamp will wow you! Let two local ambassadors, Jeremy Smith of CB West Paddle Boards and Napoleon Chiasson, one of our Acadian cultural ambassadors, guide you!
St. Patrick's Day is fast approaching and what good is celebrating this festive day without listening and dancing to Celtic music. Luckily Cape Breton Island is home to some of the best Celtic music out there. Let the fiddle get you out on the dance
Just north of the Cabot Trail is a beautiful corner of Cape Breton Island filled with rugged coast lines, mountains that plunge to the sea and some of the Island's most colourful characters.
This region includes beautiful communities like Cape North, Bay St Lawrence, Capstick and Meat Cove.
