Date: Jun 30, 2025
One of the most popular square dances on the island, the Brook Village hall is a hot spot in more ways than one and sure to be hopping this night. KitchenFest!’s Brook Village Square Dance features Joe MacMaster, Donna Marie DeWolfe, Iain MacQuarrie, and Fr. David Rankin.
9pm-12:30am | $10 | 19+ | Pay at the Door
Next Date: Jul 3, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Iona
Join us for songs, stories and more, or just a chance to chat about the traditions and history of Nova Scotia’ Gaelic-speaking people at o...
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Inverness
The ICCA is pleased to present Polyglots, a solo exhibition by Canadian multidisciplinary artist Enora Sanschagrin, showcasing a vivid and r...
Next Date: Aug 30, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Inverness
Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of Cape Breton’s most magical summer traditions. The Sunset Series at Inverness County ...
Next Date: Sep 27, 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 14, 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 6, 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 ...
While in Cape Breton, if wanting a real slice-of-life night out, be sure to check out one of our dandy dances.
Heather Rankin is a singer, songwriter, actor and member of the 6X Juno Award winning band The Rankin Family. As a solo artist she has released two albums, A Fine Line (ECMA/Juno Nom.) and Imagine (ECMA Nom.).
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It is well-established that dance tradition is an important, if not defining, influence on Cape Breton's traditional music.
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Janet Barlow is the Executive Director of Hike Nova Scotia and a life-long hiker. Located in Halifax, but originally from Cape Breton, she is always happy to head back home for a hike. FB: @HikeNovaScotia; Twitter: @HikeNS; Instagram: @hikenovascotia
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Atlantic lobster from Cape Breton Island is renowned for being the freshest and some of the tastiest lobster in the world.
