Date: Jul 3, 2025
New to the festival in 2025, KitchenFest! is thrilled to welcome the Lake Ainslie Fire Hall and the crew behind Scotsville Days. A beautiful hall, hearty folk, and the best of music — what more could you ask for? Pub Night in Scotsville features Shelly Campbell, Allan Dewar, Kenny Stewart, and Heather Cameron.
8-11pm | $15 | 19+ | Pay at the Door
Next Date: Jul 4, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Iona
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Next Date: Jun 29, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Judique
Home to archival space, historic exhibits, restaurant, bar, and a hopping dance floor, the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre is a vital part ...
Next Date: May 30, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
The Red Shoe Pub features live music 7 days a week! Celebrating their 20th year in 2025, the Shoe’s jam-packed entertainment schedule boas...
Next Date: Jul 30, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
Theatre Baddeck’s production of Ed’s Garage, by Dan Needles, tells the story of former cattle farmer, Peter, who arriv...
Next Date: Jul 13, 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 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 ...
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