Date: Sep 5, 2025
Lennie Gallant makes his highly anticipated debut at Little Church Concerts in Big Baddeck! A masterful storyteller and celebrated East Coast songwriter, Gallant’s music blends poetic lyricism with raw emotional depth, captivating audiences around the world. With a career spanning decades and a collection of accolades, this is a rare opportunity to witness one of Canada’s finest songwriters in the intimate and breathtaking setting of Vicar’s View. A cash bar is available.
7:30-10pm | $56.65
Next Date: Oct 11, 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: Jun 24, 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: 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...
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: May 2, 2025
Region: Louisbourg Area
Community: Marion Bridge
Players of all skill levels are welcome. Bring your guitar, and an amp and mic if you have one. We will take turns playing songs so all play...
Ashley MacDonald is an outdoor adventure photographer from Cape Breton who can be found out exploring what the island has to offer. @lifeofashmac https://www.facebook.com/lifeofashmac/
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.
As fall blankets Cape Breton Island in brilliant hues, the Island’s culinary scene embraces the season with fresh, seasonal ingredients and comforting flavours.
Looking to learn more about your family roots? Check out 10 of our cultural experiences that are available to you this summer!
Cape Breton is filled with incredible natural places. It's home to meandering rivers, rolling hills, cascading waterfalls and scenic lakes. These locations are beautiful in every season but they really shine in the fall.
Gaelic for “white water”, Uisge Ban (ish-ka-ban) Falls is by far the most popular hike in the Baddeck area. This 4 km, 1.5-hour hike complete with picnic facilities attracts local and visitors all season long. Those visiting via the many cruise ships
While chasing waterfalls is good for the body, mind and spirit there are a few things you should remember before hitting the trails to ensure you have a great time and make it back home safely!
Tap your toes to fiddle tunes at a Ceilidh. See authentic Acadian crafts at Les Trois Pignons. Take a piece of Mi’kmaq culture home with you at a drum-making workshop. On Cape Breton Island, culture is all around you just waiting to be explored!
There are approximately 35,000 golf courses in the world, only a selection of these embrace the true spirit of the game — Cape Breton is one of those places...
