The Celtic Music Interpretive Centre’s Sunday Céilidh is offered year-round and showcases authentic traditional music. This week’s Sunday Céilidh features Antigonish County fiddler Dara Smith-MacDonald and Cape Breton piano player Adam Young. While you’re at the Centre, visit the Gift Shop for locally-made products and one of the largest collections of Celtic CDs anywhere, take a journey through the history of Cape Breton music in the interactive Exhibit Room, or enjoy the Musical Walking Tour along the Trans Canada Trail. “The Music Awaits You” at the Celtic Music Centre, a lively place with a great atmosphere to enjoy and learn about Cape Breton music.
Next Date: Jul 27, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Inverness
The Broad Cove Scottish Concert celebrates its rich heritage yearly with lively performances featuring top Scottish musicians. With a histor...
Next Date: Jun 28, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
Here’s your chance at a slice of life experienced by jumping in on the action at a square dance! A common part of the Cape Breton nightlif...
Next Date: Jul 4, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Whycocomagh
This sweet spot along Whycocomagh’s beautiful shore is perfect for a KitchenFest! night out. Join Evans & Doherty, Glenn Graham, J...
Next Date: Jul 3, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Scotsville
New to the festival in 2025, KitchenFest! is thrilled to welcome the Lake Ainslie Fire Hall and the crew behind Scotsville Days. A beautiful...
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: Jun 21, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Inverness
Inverness County Centre for the Arts will celebrate the history and beauty of genuine, natural sea glass by hosting the first annu...
Atlantic lobster from Cape Breton Island is renowned for being the freshest and some of the tastiest lobster in the world.
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Cape Breton Island Ambassador Ashley George was selected by Explore Canada as an official ambassador for her home province of Nova Scotia.
Janet Barlow is the Executive Director of Hike Nova Scotia and a life-long hiker. Located in Halifax, but originally from Cape Breton, she is always happy to head back home for a hike. FB: @HikeNovaScotia; Twitter: @HikeNS; Instagram: @hikenovascotia
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
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