Beech Hill is a genre-bending acoustic garage/indie-folk-rock band from Inverness County that blends rich harmonies and catchy melodies with a groovin’ bass and drums. The band consists of Jesse Ryan, Jesse Fraser, Peter MacInnis and Neil MacQuarrie. Beech Hill writes and plays music that speaks to both the young and old about love, life and living in Cape Breton.
9pm-1am
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 ...
Next Date: Sep 6, 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 ...
Next Date: Jul 4, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Margaree Valley
Howie MacDonald is a well-respected fiddler who has composed dozens of tunes and, although best known as a fiddler, he is a superb pianist w...
Next Date: Jul 21, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
Experience the rhythm of Cape Breton! Come enjoy a week of percussive dance and traditional music in scenic Mabou village. This dance camp f...
Next Date: Jul 31, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Mabou
Come learn the Inverness County Square Set and some basic Cape Breton Step Dancing from Mabou-based dancer, Melody Cameron! This is ...
Next Date: Aug 7, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Big Baddeck
Get ready for an unforgettable evening with the JUNO award-winning Good Lovelies at the Little Church in Big Baddeck! This intimate venue pr...
It is well-established that dance tradition is an important, if not defining, influence on Cape Breton's traditional music.
While chasing waterfalls is good for the body, mind and spirit there are a few things you should remember before hitting the trails to ensure you have a great time and make it back home safely!
Mabou is known for its music, scenery, and hospitality. Whether you come for the culture of music and dance, to hike or bike the trails, or just to relax, you’ll have an experience you won’t soon forget.
This fall, explore Cape Breton's variety of breweries and distilleries found all over the island.
Cape Breton Island is not only a place of stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage but also a welcoming destination for the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
There are 1,000,000 reasons why you should visit Cape Breton Island but in case you needed one more - waterfalls.
Why not give snowshoeing a try this winter. Check out our list of places to rent snowshoes so you can test out this winter sport before committing to purchasing any gear.
Snow Covered mountains. Forests and fields blanketed with fresh layers of snow, your winter adventure just waiting to be explored. Cape Breton’s hiking trails and scenic routes are like works of art from mother nature’s winter palate.
While in Cape Breton, if wanting a real slice-of-life night out, be sure to check out one of our dandy dances.
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.
