Cabot Trail Writers Festival: Friday Night Reading Series
Next Date: Oct 4, 2024
Once a year, in wild, beautiful Unama’ki (Cape Breton), writers and readers come together and experience the magic power of stories to con...
The Cape Breton Fiddlers Marathon is a two day running/ race event.
Day one features a healthy living wellness expo and bib/ swag bag pickup for all racers, volunteers and spectators. Day two includes a 5k, 10k, half marathon (21.1k) and full marathon (42.2k) race event. The full marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier race. This year, as it’s the 20th anniversary of the event, we will also be hosting an after party for all runners. The event has attracted up to 1000 runners, plus volunteers and spectators. It is the largest running event in Cape Breton each year and attracts runners from outside Cape Breton and Nova Scotia.
Next Date: Oct 4, 2024
Once a year, in wild, beautiful Unama’ki (Cape Breton), writers and readers come together and experience the magic power of stories to con...
Next Date: Sep 20, 2024
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
The By’s from Newfoundland return to Sydney at The Highland Arts Theatre on their Cross-Canada Tour on Friday, September 20th. The Bes...
Next Date: Sep 21, 2024
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
The annual MacIntyre Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC All GM Car Show hosted by Cape Breton Classic Cruisers will be taking place Saturday, Sept...
Next Date: Sep 28, 2024
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
The name “The Baddeck Gathering” Céilidh came from a popular fiddle tune of the same name that was recorded by many Cape Breton musicia...
Next Date: Sep 29, 2024
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
The Arrow Quartet is dedicated to creating a joyful and inclusive chamber music experience with an eye towards historically informed perform...
Next Date: Oct 12, 2024
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
The South Haven guild of weavers, spinners, and dyers present a sale with workshops and demonstrations. Meet the makers of high quality hand...
Over the past few years, it’s been great to see so many new businesses open up downtown Sydney, and in this blog, I wanted to share with you my experiences after spending a weekend downtown.
If you're looking for a day of adventure and quality time spent with loved ones, Sydney will not let you down.
Get ready, curling enthusiasts and sports fans alike! This month, the World Women's Curling Championships are hitting the ice in Sydney, Cape Breton Island.
The unofficial capital of Cape Breton is filled with plenty of fun activities for everyone. With the world’s largest fiddle as a crown jewel, you’ll be surprised by what you find here.
Glace Bay is a town rich in culture, history and, oddly enough, wildlife. If you're a history buff, wildlife watcher or want to spend an evening out for dinner and a show then you need to spend a day in the Bay.
Not ready to welcome the winter just yet? Destination Cape Breton has you covered. Why not check out a local accommodation with a hot tub or a jacuzzi?
The annual Guitar Summit concert serves as an obvious showcase for these world-class pickers, but this wealth of talent inevitably shines through in concerts throughout each Festival.
Looking to learn more about your family roots? Check out 10 of our cultural experiences that are available to you this summer!
It’s time to find the heartiest, homemade meal on Cape Breton Island this winter. Our Island offers many options to chase away the chill.
A lot of people don’t think of Glace Bay as a tourist destination, but with the history, the views along this coast, and the kind and friendly people, they are missing out.