KitchenFest!: Pub Night at the Baddeck Legion
Next Date: Jun 27, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
It’s always a good time at the Baddeck Legion, one of KitchenFest!’s regular locales. At a pub night, you can expect lively tune...
William Hess Exhibition at Inverness County Centre for the Arts
From September 15-October 27, the ICCA is very proud to present an exhibition of the work of singular painter William Hess. Hess, who emigrated from West Germany in 1951, ran a toy store in Inverness, and created some of the most memorable images ever painted of Cape Breton Island. His work, which also depicted many other subjects, is well known in the area, and many pieces are owned by local art lovers.
Tuesday to Sunday, 12-5pm
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Margaree Highland Games
Next Date: Aug 9, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: East Margaree
A two-day festival showcasing food, music, athletics, and fun! Since its foundation in 2012, the Margaree Highland Games (MHG) has become a ...
Baddeck Gathering Céilidh: Abigail MacDonald & Malcolm MacNeil
Next Date: Jul 25, 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 ...
Outdoor Concert Series at La Place du Pêcheur in Chéticamp
Next Date: Jul 3, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Chéticamp
Soak up the sounds of summer under the open sky in Chéticamp! Every Thursday evening (except July 31) from 7pm to 8:30 pm, La Place du Pêc...
Adult Square Dance in Brook Village
Next Date: Jul 28, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Brook Village
The Adult Square Dance in Brook Village is a very popular attraction through the summer and fall in Cape Breton. Come swing! Come dance! Mon...
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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