Big Wave Summer Festival in Big Bras d'Or
Next Date: Jul 16, 2025
Big Wave Summer Festival is a community-based series of events including Strawberry Tea, Square Dance, Poker Run, live local entertainment, ...
Growing up in a family of music enthusiasts, Rob MacLean was exposed to a diverse range of music, from classic rock to country to folk. As a teenager, the singer-songwriter developed an appreciation and love for music from Cape Breton and the east coast that would influence his musical style. Known for his soulful, powerful vocals backed by intricate guitar work, Rob has an uncanny ability to connect with audiences, inviting listeners on a journey through the landscapes of his heart and mind. His music is a testament to the power of honest storytelling and the enduring appeal of acoustic melodies.
FREE | 5-8pm
Next Date: Jul 16, 2025
Big Wave Summer Festival is a community-based series of events including Strawberry Tea, Square Dance, Poker Run, live local entertainment, ...
Next Date: Sep 13, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Ingonish
A seven day hiking festival on the Cabot Trail and Northern Cape Breton, that features guided hikes, evening activities and presentations, t...
Next Date: Jul 31, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Chéticamp
Join the Chéticamp community in marking a major milestone—the 50th edition of Festival de l’Escaouette! From July 31st to August 3rd, t...
Next Date: Jul 14, 2025
Every Monday evening from July 14 to August 18, gather at the Mkwesaqtuk / Cap-Rouge Interpretive House for a memorable concert series showc...
Next Date: Jun 21, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Chéticamp
The Doryman Pub & Grill is a well-known music venue in Chéticamp on the Cabot Trail. Home of the Saturday afternoon fiddle matinee, the...
Next Date: Jun 26, 2025
A weekly session that takes place at the Blue Mist Tavern in Bras d’Or every Thursday evening, following up on the Rollie’s sess...
In June, Cape Breton Island welcomed Ren Navarro, a well-known advocate for diversity in the brewing industry and a passionate explorer. Ren’s visit to our stunning Island was a blend of historical adventures, local brews and breathtaking natural bea
It is well-established that dance tradition is an important, if not defining, influence on Cape Breton's traditional music.
Follow Chris van den Berg on his Hidden Gem experience to Gairloch Mountain Falls, the Yellow Cello and Hunter's Mountain Chalet.
We have some of Nova Scotia's favourite Instagrammers coming to Cape Breton to experience the ultimate road trip, the Cabot Trail! Find out which way is the best way to experience the Cabot Trail.
The St. Ann’s Bay area starts at the Exit 11 turnoff on the Trans-Canada Highway and it goes right up until the base of Cape Smokey. The views that you get are super-breathtaking. In the fall, it’s just like a haven of colours.
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.
One of our favourite parts of this hike is the sound of the river beside you as you wander through the forest and see the stunning mountains of the Highlands around you.
This region includes beautiful communities like Cape North, Bay St Lawrence, Capstick and Meat Cove.
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/
Cross country skiing in the highlands is definitely unlike any skiing we had done before. There’s no groomed track or perfectly flat terrain to ski, instead it’s an adventure in its own right every time we venture into the snowy highlands.