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.
9pm-1am | Free
Next Date: May 31, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: New Waterford
Amigos is an acoustic/electric duo featuring Gerald Aucoin and Kenny MacLeod that plays a great selection of tunes from the 1960s and ‘70s...
Next Date: May 3, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Hauler seamlessly bends and blends roots, rock, and traditional Cape Breton Celtic music together into a hearty homemade soup that can dynam...
Next Date: Oct 3, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Big Baddeck
Madison Violet is a JUNO-nominated duo featuring Lisa MacIsaac and Brenley MacEachern. The pair, who grew up on rural Cape Brenton Island, c...
Next Date: Apr 24, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
They’re baaaaaaaaack… Four world-renowned BABES tease, titillate and bring you the babe-liest burlesque around! AND featuring lo...
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: May 25, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Get ready to rock out with Blank-281, the ultimate tribute to Blink-182, LIVE at The Highland Arts Theatre on May 25th, 2025. But that’s ...
While in Cape Breton, if wanting a real slice-of-life night out, be sure to check out one of our dandy dances.
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!
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.
Get Your Heart Pumping with these extreme and active adventures! Try your hand at windsurfing, go whale watching, hop on a jet ski, fly in a helicopter, and more.
As autumn's vibrant hues cover Cape Breton Island's hills and coastlines, one event captures the season’s essence perfectly: the Celtic Colours International Festival. Held each October, this renowned festival blends music, culture and natural beauty
Looking for an educational experience while visiting Cape Breton? Hoping to immerse yourself in Cape Breton's rich history while travelling the island? Well, you're in luck here are seven 'Must-See' Museums in Cape Breton!
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.
Cape Breton Island invites all golf lovers to hit the greens this summer! Be sure to look "fore" the opening date and book your tee time. We will see you there.
Cape Breton is becoming one of the most sought after locations to Instagram in Canada. Use our hashtag #FallforCapeBreton to be entered into a great get away package!
The Island Wide Waterfall Weekend is a weekend to get up and get outside. Cape Breton Island will be bustling this weekend as visitors and residents are encouraged to join us as we travel to 12 different waterfalls across the Island!
