Date: Saturday, June 28 2025 to Saturday, July 5 2025

A KitchenFest! experience isn't complete without a big afternoon at the Doryman! And this year you have two chances to dig into some local cuisine, bask in the beauty of this waterside village, and get in on some large tunes!June 28 Rodney MacDonald, Glenn Graham, Troy MacGillivray, Patrick GillisJuly 5 Donny LeBlanc, Robert Deveaux, Lawrence Cameron, Hilda Chiasson, Steve Luxton3-6pm | $10 | 19+ | Pay at the Door

Date: Friday, July 4 2025

It’s New Years Eve 1969 and Johnny Cool (Jamie Collins) and Claudine (Anne Gillis) are on the stage! There’s electricity in the air after a decade of free love and political upheavals that has reached even into rural Cape Breton. So much has changed since televisions started dominating even in ceilidh houses. The Pig’n’Whistle show, which has inspired country music and Irish music at the dances with the bar right in the hall rather than out in the parking lot,…

Date: Friday, July 4 2025

This sweet spot along Whycocomagh's beautiful shore is perfect for a KitchenFest! night out. Join Evans & Doherty, Glenn Graham, Jackie Dunn MacIsaac, and Patrick Gillis for this sweet summer evening concert. Tickets can be purchased via phone and e-transfer to whycocomagh.waterfront.centre@gmail.com.8-10pm | $25 | All Ages | Reserved + General Seating

Date: Wednesday, July 2 2025

In one of the most picturesque locations on the island, the Normaway Inn Barn, in beautiful Margaree Valley, holds a 25+ year history of summer concerts, events, and square dances. The stage will showcase a multi-instrumental night with a MacDonald family connection featuring North Atlantic Drift, Shawn MacDonald, Susan MacLean, and Brent Chaisson. This is sure to lead to some great music and stories between brothers. Book ahead to reserve your spot for this sweet eve.8-10:30pm | $15, $20, and $25…

Date: Thursday, July 3 2025

New to the festival in 2025, KitchenFest! is thrilled to welcome the Lake Ainslie Fire Hall and the crew behind Scotsville Days. A beautiful hall, hearty folk, and the best of music — what more could you ask for? Pub Night in Scotsville features Shelly Campbell, Allan Dewar, Kenny Stewart, and Heather Cameron.8-11pm | $15 | 19+ | Pay at the Door

Date: Saturday, July 5 2025

KitchenFest! wraps up a big week of music with a grand day out on the fields of Glendale! And what a special day it will be, as the people of Glendale celebrate over 50 years of great traditional concerts since that pivotal 1973 concert featuring 100 fiddlers and the start of the CB Fiddlers Association. In collaboration with community, this annual tradition continues and will feature some of the area's favourites and finest including The Cape Breton Fiddlers’ Association, Evans and Doherty,…

Date: Saturday, July 5 2025

There's no better way to cap off a large day on the outdoor stage then more tunes and dancing! The good times roll on into the night as we move over to the nearby St. Mary's Parish hall in Glendale for a lively dance to get "Traditionally Rocking" with Rodney MacDonald and Glenn Graham accompanied by Jackie Dunn-MacIsaac and Sandy MacDonald. Doors open at 7pm, for ages 19+.8-11pm | $12 | 19+ | Pay at the Door

Date: Saturday, July 5 2025

Home to great food, great company, and a stunning view, KitchenFest! is so pleased to have the Clove Hitch back for 2025. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this eve of sweet tunes and songs featuring Neil McDaniel, Koryne MacDonald, Derrick Cameron, and Lauren MacDonnell.7-10pm | $15 | All Ages | Pay at the Door

Date: Thursday, July 3 2025

To celebrate the launch of the brand new Betty Lou Beaton School of Piano, KitchenFest! presents a special concert at the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre on Thursday, July 3 during the festival. This showcase will feature all of the school's instructors, with at least 11 incredible musicians sharing their unique style and sound. Students of the school are especially encouraged to attend for the chance to hear their instructors in full performance mode, but the concert is open to everyone.…

Date: Friday, July 4 2025

Port Hood will be hoppin' when this fun and upbeat bunch hit the stage at the Admiral. At a pub night, you can expect lively tunes, sweet sing-alongs, a relaxed and cozy atmosphere, and lots of good cheer. There is limited seating at the Admiral Lounge, so please book ahead by calling 902-787-3494. Pub Night at the Admiral Lounge features Brennan MacDonald, Bonny Jean MacDonald, Amanda MacDougall, Gillian Head, and Gerry McDaniel.6-9pm | $15 | All Ages | Reserved Seating