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...
Saturday Songs at the Red Shoe
The Red Shoe’s jam-packed entertainment schedule boasts some of the very best talent the East Coast has to offer. With live music served up every day of the week, you’re sure to find something that will get your toes tapping and your heart singing.
Free | 7-9pm
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Neil McDaniel at the Barn in Margaree
Next Date: Jul 3, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Margaree Valley
Neil McDaniel originates from Margaree Forks, Cape Breton Island and carries his own vibrant brand of Celtic music. He has earned himself an...
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...
Wednesday Sessions at the Admiral
Next Date: May 14, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Port Hood
Drop by the Admiral Lounge and Café on Wednesdays for some tunes and good times. The weekly sessions are lead, on alternating weeks, by Kin...
Sunday Céilidh at the Celtic Music Centre
Next Date: May 11, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Judique
The Celtic Music Interpretive Centre’s Sunday Céilidh is offered year-round and showcases authentic traditional music. While you’re at ...
KitchenFest! | Feis a Chidsin!
Next Date: Jun 27, 2025
The annual celebration of Cape Breton-based Gaelic music gives locals and visitors alike insight into this distinct and vibrant living cultu...
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