Date: May 6, 2025
Dan McCarthy is a busy entertainer around Cape Breton Island. The singer, songwriter, and guitar player—who splits his time between Glace Bay and Middle River—has been playing as a lead guitarist for many bands since the age of 14, most notably Spyder and Evolution. His vast repertoire of current, popular songs and old favourites, combined with his mastery of guitar, keeps him in demand as a solo artist, in duos, and a number of local bands, including his new group Sonic Highway.
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Next Date: Apr 22, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Carroll Baker, “Canada’s First Lady of Country Music,” has been a powerhouse in the industry for over 55 years captivating millions wi...
Next Date: Apr 5, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Glace Bay
Sonic Highway is Dan McCarthy, Brian Doyle, Joe MacLeod, and Danny Lockwood. These four musicians have played, recorded, and/or toured with ...
Next Date: Apr 21, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Ventanas interweaves flamenco, Sephardic and Balkan music and dance, and their own original compositions. Nominated for four Canadian Folk M...
Next Date: Apr 2, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Seniors skating is available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Membertou Sports and Wellness Centre. Skating gets your heart pumping and...
Next Date: Apr 5, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney Mines
Free Family Skating every Saturday at the Sydney Mines and District Community Centre. Helmets are required. 11am-12:20pm | Free ...
Next Date: Apr 4, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Membertou
Parent and tot skating is available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Membertou Sports and Wellness Centre. Skate and helmet rentals are...
Tap your toes to fiddle tunes at a Ceilidh. See authentic Acadian crafts at Les Trois Pignons. Take a piece of Mi’kmaq culture home with you at a drum-making workshop. On Cape Breton Island, culture is all around you just waiting to be explored!
Looking to learn more about your family roots? Check out 10 of our cultural experiences that are available to you this summer!
Cape Breton Island Ambassadors Davey and Sky were selected by Explore Canada as official ambassadors for their home province of Nova Scotia.
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.
Membertou is a vibrant Indigenous community nestled in the heart of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. With its rich history, cultural attractions, and warm hospitality, Membertou offers visitors a unique and unforgettable experience.
In June, Cape Breton Island welcomed Ren Navarro, a well-known advocate for diversity in the brewing industry and a passionate explorer. Ren’s visit to our stunning Island was a blend of historical adventures, local brews and breathtaking natural bea
While in Cape Breton, if wanting a real slice-of-life night out, be sure to check out one of our dandy dances.
Embark on a coastal adventure to Cape Breton Island and discover a world where coastal beauty meets serene seascapes.
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.
From fossil hunting, searching for sea glass, and rockhounding to hiking, kayaking, and swimming the Northside's beaches offer a range of options. And with a history going back millions of years, there's plenty to see and learn about too.
