Cabot Trail Writers Festival: Sunday Morning Workshops and Brunch
Next Date: Oct 6, 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...
Cape Breton Jazz Festival: Talented Young Players
Date: Sep 24, 2024
Don’t miss this electrifying start of the 11th Annual Cape Breton Jazz Festival. Opening Night is set to dazzle with a vibrant celebration of live jazz, featuring a lineup of some of the most talented young players on the scene. Let the soulful rhythms and melodies set the stage for an unforgettable week of music! This opening show features Matt Nicholson, Carl Getto, Malcolm MacNeil, Carter Todd, Janet Bickerton, Shelley Allen & more.
$22 | $60 festival pass | 7pm
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Friday and Saturday nights at Celtic Junction Bar & Grille
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Celtic Junction Bar & Grille at Casino Nova Scotia in Sydney presents live music on Friday and Saturday nights.September 6: Michael...
Baddeck Gathering Céilidh: Rachel Davis & Darren McMullen
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 ...
Sinister Soirée at the Fortress of Louisbourg
Next Date: Oct 26, 2024
Region: Louisbourg Area
Community: Louisbourg
Remember those childhood nights dressed in mystical costumes, hopping from door to door, seeking sweet treats? Aww, the golden era when even...
Live & Local at Kiju’s Restaurant with Aaron Lewis and guests
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Membertou
Cape Breton singer-songwriter Aaron Lewis is an established vocalist and seasoned musician who plays a variety of instruments. A member of t...
Cape Breton Fiddlers Marathon
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
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...
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