The West Mabou Hall is best-known as the venue of the West Mabou Family Square Dances which have been held weekly for over 30 years and are a well-established attraction of Cape Breton Island's Celtic music scene. These dances are attended by locals and visitors alike and feature the island's best-known traditional musicians. Our Inverness County square sets are easy to learn. Come join the fun! All ages welcome!
Next Date: Feb 22, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Whycocomagh
Winterlude at the Whycocomagh Waterfront Centre features a full week of events including a card tournament, snowshoeing, a pickleball tourna...
Next Date: Feb 23, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Judique
Celtic Music Interpretive Centre offers year-round céilidhs with authentic live traditional music and dancing featuring local and internati...
Next Date: Feb 22, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Iona
Get a taste of local Celtic music and culture with our Frolic ‘n’ Folk’s Saturday ceilidhs (kay-lee). Expect to see world-renowned tal...
Next Date: Feb 26, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
Visit Baddeck from February 21st through March 1st, 2025 for the Baddeck Winter Festival and partake in all the winter fun! For regular upda...
Next Date: Feb 22, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Whycocomagh
“Blow up your TV. Throw away your paper. Go to the country. Build you a home.” If you recognize these lyrics, then you will definitely ...
Next Date: Feb 28, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Creignish
Jim Ralph is an award-winning multi-instrumentalist and educator who, for the past 30 years, has performed nationally and internationally wi...
There’s no need to break the bank when you’re looking to fill up a fun day on the Island. Here are just a few of the many options available to keep you and your family entertained this winter without spending the big bucks.
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!
Discover the magic of winter in Port Hawkesbury, where adventure, great food and entertainment come together for the perfect seasonal getaway.
When you come to Cape Breton hiking is something that everyone has to do! There are hikes for every age and every ability.
Welcome to the "Gateway to Cape Breton Island". Make Port Hawkesbury your homebase for day trip ups and down the coast, or settle in and enjoy all that the Strait area has to offer.
Mabou is known for its music, scenery, and hospitality. Whether you come for the culture of music and dance, to hike or bike the trails, or just to relax, you’ll have an experience you won’t soon forget.
Not interested in camping? Why not try glamping? Stay in a Mongolian Yurt or a luxury geometric dome, sleep out in the stars or watch the ocean from your cliffside accommodation.
Come explore the Celtic Shore Coastal Trail with us! Plus learn about some true hidden gems here on Canada's Musical Coast.
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
No matter where you go on Cape Breton Island, you’ll find magical places to explore, guaranteed to be bursting with artisan studios and galleries around every corner.
