The Celtic Music Interpretive Centre’s Sunday Céilidh is offered year-round and showcases authentic traditional music. While you’re at the Centre, visit the Gift Shop for locally-made products and one of the largest collections of Celtic CDs anywhere, take a journey through the history of Cape Breton music in the interactive Exhibit Room, or enjoy the Musical Walking Tour along the Trans Canada Trail. “The Music Awaits You” at the Celtic Music Centre, a lively place with a great atmosphere to enjoy and learn about Cape Breton music. Sunday Céilidhs in September feature John Pellerin & Betty Beaton (September 1); Joe MacMaster & Howie MacDonald (September 8); Kenneth MacKenzie and friends (September 15); Andrea Beaton & Troy MacGillivray (September 22); and Shelly Campbell and friends (September 29).
$10 / FREE under 12 | 2-5pm
There’s nothing better than watching two musicians who just love playing music together.
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