Date: Thursday, January 12 2023 to Thursday, March 23 2023

Held every second Thursday from January to March. Jan 12, Jan 26, Feb 9, Feb 23, March 9, March 23Bring your tunes, songs, steps, stories, or even just your tapping shoes! Everyone welcome!Admission: $5
Tea will be served7:00-9:00pm

Date: Wednesday, July 3 2019

Gerry Dee is one of Canada’s busiest comedic talents and will be performing at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre July 3 at 7:30 p.m. Drawing inspiration from his years as a high school teacher, Gerry is the star and co-creator of the hit CBC sitcom “mr.d”, now entering its 8th season. Gerry is the Winner of the 2013 Canadian Screen Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Continuing Comedic Role for his work on "mr.d". Gerry's book "Teaching:…

Date: Saturday, June 18 2022 to Saturday, October 29 2022

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!

Date: Tuesday, July 5 2022 to Tuesday, August 23 2022

This summer concert series is held Tuesday nights from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM in the air conditioned Mabou Hall, right across from The Red Shoe Pub.  It was established over twenty years ago by well known Cape Breton musicians, Karen and Joey Beaton.  In 2019, Mabou based musicians Derrick and Melody Cameron became the new hosts.  These ceilidhs feature some of Cape Breton's finest traditional musicians and step dancers.  Come enjoy some good tunes and step dancing, a few stories and maybe even a square…

Date: Monday, August 12 2019

Please join us on August 12 as we welcome The Campbell Trio to our stage in beautiful Mabou, Cape Breton, as part of Currents, our summer concert series. The stage venue at Strathspey Performing Arts Centre in Mabou is transformed into one of the coziest and most dynamic spaces - musicians and listeners all together in the one space for an up close and personal experience you’ll never forget! A Glengarry family, whose individual talents and accomplishments are remarkable, and…

Date: Wednesday, July 6 2022 to Sunday, October 9 2022

A creative experience by the sea Come join our workshops, learn from our talented artists and give a creative second purpose to materials gleaned in a beautiful oceanside setting: turn reclaimed wood, sea glass, marine debris, shells, rocks and more into works of art!

Date: Wednesday, July 31 2019 to Saturday, August 3 2019

This musical comedy brings together artists, musicians and dancers to the same stage.  This original show highlights the Acadian culture, music and dance with a storyline that showcases the unique Acadian tradition of the Mi-Carême where locals disguise themselves and walk door to door to see if their neighbours can guess who they are.   Laughter and feet stomping will be heard all throughout the night during this great show.   Show times: July 31st, August 1,2 and 3 2019. Showtime…

Date: Sunday, October 13 2019 to Wednesday, October 16 2019

Cheticamp is rich in Acadian and Celtic Roots.  These 2 shows highlight the best of what we've got, and what we've got is amazing!  You will leave this show wanting more and maybe want to learn a few steps or fiddle tunes on your own when you get home.  Come and enjoy a full night of entertainment in our venue. Theater:  Salle Père Anselme Chiasson - 15118 Cabot Trail. Tickets are 30$ plus tx. Show dates are:  October 13th at…

Date: Saturday, October 12 2019

The Strait Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to be celebrating their 6th year of Celtic Oktoberfest - Cape Breton’s first ever all inclusive craft beer, local food and Celtic music gathering! Recognizing the growing strength of the emerging craft brewery sector, and its impact on tourism in the region, the Strait Area Chamber created Celtic Oktoberfest to showcase the best of Nova Scotian craft beer and Cape Breton food. The addition of a local winery broadens the appeal of…

Date: Sunday, July 17 2022

After a successful 2021 Ceilidh Crawl, The Village of Mabou is planning the second annual Ceilidh Crawl- An interactive musical walking tour of Mabou's favourite hot spots! Groups of participants will be guided (and entertained) by well-known local musicans who will lead them on a musical journey through our vibrant community. They will be stopping at some of Cape Breton Island's most well known attractions like Beinn Mhàbu (The Gaelic Collge), The Red Shoe Pub, Cala Na Mara Cafe, Fiddle Stitches, An Drochaid Museum and Beaton's…