With more fiddlers per capita than anywhere else in the world, you can bet music will be on tap wherever you go on our Island. In addition to fiddlers like Natalie MacMaster and Ashley MacIsaac, the Island has produced Grammy-winning songwriter Gordie Sampson, legendary rocker Matt Minglewood, and many others. It’s the heart and soul of Cape Breton Island—so be sure to hear it live at our many community concert series and world-renowned festivals.
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Port Hawkesbury
As part of the Town of Port Hawkesbury’s Canada Day annual celebration, KitchenFest! is thrilled to partner on the fun planned and wel...
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Ross Ferry
Ross Ferry Marine Park is the gorgeous setting of an annual Canada Day celebration which we’re thrilled to have part of the festi...
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Glenville
The Washback Pub offers a wide selection of Glenora’s single malt whisky. Sit and compare all of our favourites! Come and attend a tra...
Next Date: Jul 1, 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...
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Ingonish Beach
Chad Tetford is a songwriter/singer and entertainer from Mira River, Cape Breton. A seasoned performer, Chad mixes folk standards and tradit...
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
The Bras d’Or Lakes Inn is a beautiful and popular venue that provides the perfect conditions for a sweet eve of great live music. At...
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
There’s a ceilidh every day in Baddeck at the Baddeck Gathering Ceilidh! The name “The Baddeck Gathering” Céilidh ca...
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Port Hawkesbury
A staple of the summer season, the Port Hawkesbury Céilidhs are a must for visitors and locals alike. Make plans for this dandy night of en...
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
The Tuesday Night Ceilidhs are a staple in the community of Mabou held right in the heart of the village at the parish hall. This concert-st...
Next Date: Jul 1, 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: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
These ceilidhs will feature some of Cape Breton’s finest traditional musicians and step dancers. There will also be a guided Square Se...
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Ingonish Beach
Aaron and Heather specialize in creating harmony-packed arrangements of songs people love, and ones they forgot they loved. Their warm, full...
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