Witness a dazzling display of cars, trucks, vans, and bikes during the 17th annual Show’n Shine, 11am-3pm, at MacKinnon’s Campground in Lake Ainslie. Enjoy live music throughout the day. BeaverTails food truck will be on site from noon until 4. Browse the flea market and craft sale as well.
Next Date: Jul 4, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Port Hood
Port Hood will be hoppin’ when this fun and upbeat bunch hit the stage at the Admiral. At a pub night, you can expect lively tunes, sw...
Next Date: Jun 1, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Iona
Join us as we kick off Ocean Week Canada with a week-long celebration highlighting the importance of our oceans and coastal communities. The...
Next Date: Jun 27, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
KitchenFest! is thrilled to once again have the Red Shoe back for another year! The Shoe is a true hot spot for live music and good times. A...
Next Date: Oct 18, 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: 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 27, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
The name “The Baddeck Gathering” Céilidh came from a popular fiddle tune of the same name that was recorded by many Cape Breton musicia...
Cape Breton Island Ambassadors Davey and Sky were selected by Explore Canada as official ambassadors for their home province of Nova Scotia.
St. Patrick's Day is fast approaching and what good is celebrating this festive day without listening and dancing to Celtic music. Luckily Cape Breton Island is home to some of the best Celtic music out there. Let the fiddle get you out on the dance
Want to show off your Cape Breton adventure? Read through this blog to find your new favourite instagram hot spot this summer. Trust us, nothing says natural more than a nature photo.
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.
Planning a trip is always exciting, and exploring virtually is a great way to get a preview before experiencing it in person! We’ve compiled a group of amazing locations that you can virtually explore before coming to Cape Breton Island.
This fall, explore Cape Breton's variety of breweries and distilleries found all over the island.
Don't put that camera away just because it's cold! Winter on Cape Breton Island is an Instagrammer's wonderland.
Atlantic lobster from Cape Breton Island is renowned for being the freshest and some of the tastiest lobster in the world.
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.
