Visit the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site for the Grand Opening of The Louisbrick Project. A LEGO reconstruction of the largest historical reconstruction in North America, the Fortress of Louisbourg! On May 18 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., get ready for non-stop fun for the whole family! Witness the official ribbon cutting ceremony of Louisbrick and participate in guided tours of this incredible build led by its creators. As dusk falls, marvel as Louisbrick lights up with its intricate built-in lighting. Explore the fortress grounds with a scavenger hunt for hidden mini-figs, both in Louisbrick and the actual fortress itself. Join us for marshmallow roasting around the cozy campfire, test your knowledge and win prizes at the Parks Canada trivia wheel, and indulge in delicious food available for purchase from the Fortress Louisbourg Association.
Next Date: Aug 16, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
The tradition of celebrating with live music on the Sydney Waterfront returns in 2025 for the 3rd Annual Rock the Fiddle. Designed to presen...
Next Date: Jun 6, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
This spring, Eltuek Arts Centre is honoured to present Miners’ Houses, Glace Bay by Group of Seven icon, Lawren Harris—on view in Galler...
Next Date: Jun 5, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
This spring, Eltuek Arts Centre is honoured to present Miners’ Houses, Glace Bay by Group of Seven icon, Lawren Harris—on view in Galler...
Next Date: Sep 27, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
In downtown Sydney, Lumière Arts Festival presents contemporary art in unconventional spaces. The festival kicks off at 6:59pm with the Lum...
Next Date: Jul 24, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Since age five, MARY FRANCES LEAHY has been performing shows throughout Canada and the U.S. with her parents, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell ...
Next Date: Jun 5, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: North Sydney
Drop in at the Wilfred Oram Memorial Library to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.1-3pm | Free ...
As autumn's vibrant hues cover Cape Breton Island's hills and coastlines, one event captures the season’s essence perfectly: the Celtic Colours International Festival. Held each October, this renowned festival blends music, culture and natural beauty
Don't put that camera away just because it's cold! Winter on Cape Breton Island is an Instagrammer's wonderland.
This fall, explore Cape Breton's variety of breweries and distilleries found all over the island.
No matter where you go on Cape Breton Island, you’ll find magical places to explore, guaranteed to be bursting with artisan studios and galleries around every corner.
When you get to a certain point, you look to your left and you see a towering lighthouse and you look to your right and you see this fortress, which is unlike being anywhere else, at least in Canada.
While in Cape Breton, if wanting a real slice-of-life night out, be sure to check out one of our dandy dances.
Embark on a coastal adventure to Cape Breton Island and discover a world where coastal beauty meets serene seascapes.
The Island Wide Waterfall Weekend is a weekend to get up and get outside. Cape Breton Island will be bustling this weekend as visitors and residents are encouraged to join us as we travel to 12 different waterfalls across the Island!
Cape Breton Island Ambassadors Davey and Sky were selected by Explore Canada as official ambassadors for their home province of Nova Scotia.
As the crisp autumn air settles over Cape Breton Island, the landscape transforms into a vibrant tapestry of red, orange and gold. This season is the perfect time to explore the Island's natural beauty, rich culture and warm hospitality.
