Date: Jul 24, 2025
Since age five, MARY FRANCES LEAHY has been performing shows throughout Canada and the U.S. with her parents, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy with an estimated 600 live performances under her belt. The oldest of seven siblings, Leahy has been developing her own style which is rooted in her Celtic heritage but also heavily influenced by Jazz and Latin genres.
Centered around the guzheng, a traditional Chinese folk instrument, XIA-3 is a groundbreaking trio from Newfoundland led by award-winning virtuosa Jing Xia, with the dynamic support of seasoned St. John’s punk rockers Ritchie Perez (guitar) and Brian Downton (drums). Reimagining ancient musical traditions, the group creates electrifying soundscapes bridging East and West, weaving together world music, jazz, prog, and experimental rock that led CBC Music to list them in their “22 Canadian Albums We Can’t Wait to Hear in 2025″.
Makin’ Waves, July 3-31, is presented by Sydney Credit Union and produced by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality. These concerts are made possible by the Government of Nova Scotia, Government of Canada, and festival partners Protocase and Cape Breton Beverages.
6-8:30pm | Free
Next Date: Jul 17, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
CLASSIFIED returns to Wentworth Park for the first time since 2017 with new sounds, new songs, and a new show in tow. Hailed by The Chronicl...
Next Date: Jul 10, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
ELYSE AERYN is picking up speed with her nostalgic brand of alt-country/rock, wrapping up a wild 2024 as Music Nova Scotia’s Entertainer o...
Next Date: Jul 13, 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: Jun 24, 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: May 3, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Dan McCarthy is a busy entertainer around Cape Breton Island. The singer, songwriter, and guitar player—who splits his time between Glace ...
Next Date: May 29, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
Dan McCarthy is a busy entertainer around Cape Breton Island. The singer, songwriter, and guitar player—who splits his time between Glace ...
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 Ambassador Ashley George was selected by Explore Canada as an official ambassador for her home province of Nova Scotia.
This fall, explore Cape Breton's variety of breweries and distilleries found all over the island.
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.
A for Adventure is coming to Cape Breton! Where are they going to go and what are they doing? Well, that's up to YOU! Visit our Facebook page to vote on where they will go and what adventures they'll get up to!
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.
Calling all Skiing enthusiasts! We just picked up our winter passes and are ready to strap on the skis and hit the slopes at these 5 fun places.
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.
If you are staying in Sydney for the night and you are looking for a quick escape to nature, history, and rugged coastal views then the 30 minute trip to Louisbourg is a great plan!
10 Cape Breton Island experiences: the Cabot Trail, Fortress of Louisbourg, cèilidhs, seafood, golf and more.
