The Big Summer Splash at Big Spruce
Next Date: May 17, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Nyanza
After your waterfall hike on Saturday, stop in at Big Spruce for live music from Cassie and Maggie (1pm) and Town Heroes (3pm...
Russ Mathews and Jacob Noonan at the Admiral
Jacob Noonan is a musician who has delved deep into the writing process and his own experiences to create songs as rich in emotion, honesty, and storytelling as they are in tone and rhythm. He’s also polished up his arsenal of cover tunes, exploring folk standards, ‘70s classics, some Canadiana, and a healthy amount of classics from the many talented musicians of Cape Breton. Russ Mathews is a rising singer-musician known for his soulful melodies and crowd-pleasing songs. Hailing from the heart of Cape Breton, his music combines folk and country influences, creating a fresh, authentic sound that resonates with audiences across the Island. With a guitar in hand and a heart full of stories, Russ is making his mark on the music scene, one heartfelt note at a time.
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Silence of the Lobsters at Strathspey Performing Arts Centre
Next Date: May 17, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
A crisis has arisen in the lobster industry in Inverness County. All along the shoreline, lobster have vanished leaving traps empty, local f...
Polyglots – an exhibition by Enora Sanschagrin at ICCA
Next Date: May 24, 2025
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...
Sunset Series - Poet of the Common Man: A Tribute to Merle Haggard
Next Date: Aug 9, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Inverness
Poet of the Common Man: A Tribute to Merle Haggard is a heartfelt tribute to the legendary American country artist Merle Haggard. Performed ...
Opening Night at the Red Shoe
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...
Daily Lunch Céilidh at the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre
Next Date: Jun 5, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Judique
The Celtic Music Interpretive Centre’s Daily Lunch Céilidh showcases authentic traditional music and $15 lunch specials. While you’re t...
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