The Barra Strait, overlooking the beautiful Bras d’Or Lake, comes alive with festivities acknowledging World Oceans Day, a United Nations-recognized day of ocean celebration and action. Àros na Mara (Gaelic for House of the Sea) is a flourishing concept to develop a Marine Science Centre at the Barra Strait, for the purposes of research, education, and tourism and is teaming up once again for their 8th edutainment event. Join our family fun and ocean-themed festival and enjoy scientific and interactive displays, children’s games, and historical demonstrations. Festival goers can sample an abundance of locally crafted specialties while hearing some of Cape Breton’s finest talent – an event not to be missed.
Next Date: Dec 18, 2024
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney River
The Cape Breton Comedy Festival is excited to announce a new initiative with sponsor Mercer Fuels. The Comedy Festival’s Open Mic Nights w...
Next Date: Nov 30, 2024
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: North Sydney
The Cape Breton Farmers Market (CBFM) aims to facilitate economic growth and sustainability for local food and craft producers encouraging m...
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