Date: Jun 28, 2025
Here’s your chance at a slice of life experienced by jumping in on the action at a square dance! A common part of the Cape Breton nightlife, the square dance is a wonderful opportunity to hear live music, get a little exercise, and mix and mingle with the neighbours. KitchenFest!’s Square Dance in West Mabou features Ian MacDougall, Kolten MacDonell, Allan Dewar, and Derrick Cameron. Square set instruction will be offered from 9-9:30pm at no extra cost.
9pm-12am | $15 | All Ages – 10 and under FREE | Pay at the Door
Next Date: Jun 29, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
For more than half a century, Mabou has been buzzing with excitement every July as we host our beloved annual tradition. It’s a time f...
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Port Hawkesbury
A staple of the summer season, the Port Hawkesbury Céilidhs are a must for visitors and locals alike. Make plans for this dandy night of en...
Next Date: Jul 4, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Whycocomagh
This sweet spot along Whycocomagh’s beautiful shore is perfect for a KitchenFest! night out. Join Evans & Doherty, Glenn Graham, J...
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Port Hawkesbury
As part of the Town of Port Hawkesbury’s Canada Day annual celebration, KitchenFest! is thrilled to partner on the fun planned and wel...
Next Date: Jun 14, 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 sche...
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
These ceilidhs will feature some of Cape Breton’s finest traditional musicians and step dancers. There will also be a guided Square Se...
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!
Cape Breton Island is not only a place of stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage but also a welcoming destination for the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
Chart your own course for adventure. Sail the fog-free waters of the Cape Breton’s inland sea. Marina hop from port to port along the Island’s exquisite coast.
The Gaels celebrated their culture not in huge buildings or sculptures but in their songs. Their songs told the stories of the people, the land, good times and bad, love's lost and yearned for.
June on Cape Breton Island is when music fills the air, feet find rhythm on wooden floors, and communities come together in celebration of culture, heritage, and shared joy.
Why not give snowshoeing a try this winter. Check out our list of places to rent snowshoes so you can test out this winter sport before committing to purchasing any gear.
Waterfall Season returns to Cape Breton Island!
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.
Thinking about biking along the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail but unsure what to bring or where to stop? These are some frequently asked questions that may help you with the planning process.
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!
