KitchenFest!: Pub Night at the Red Shoe
Date: Friday, June 27 2025 to Saturday, July 5 2025
KitchenFest! is thrilled to once again have the Red Shoe back for another year! The Shoe is a true hot spot for live music and good times. At a pub night, you can expect lively tunes, a relaxed and cozy atmosphere, and lots of good cheer. Pub Night at the Red Shoe runs throughout KitchenFest!Friday, June 27: Ian MacDougall, Melody Cameron, Derrick Cameron, Kathleen LeBlancSaturday, June 28: John Pellerin, Bonny Jean MacDonald, Hilda Chiasson, Mary Beth CartySunday, June 29: Glenn Graham,…
Sunset Series at ICCA
Date: Saturday, August 30 2025
Don't miss your chance to be part of one of Cape Breton's most magical summer traditions. The Sunset Series at Inverness County Centre for the Arts brings together incredible live music, breathtaking ocean views, and the warm energy of community — all under the setting sun. With a thoughtfully curated lineup of local and touring artists, delicious food and drink vendors on-site, and a stunning outdoor venue that slopes gently toward the stage, every night promises a unique and unforgettable…
Sunset Series at ICCA: J.P. Cormier & Dave Gunning / Alexander Anderson
Date: Saturday, July 5 2025
Award-winning East Coast folk icons J.P. Cormier and Dave Gunning are bringing their beloved blend of storytelling, musicianship, and Maritime charm to the Sunset Series for what promises to be an unforgettable evening of live music. Opening the show will be rising talent Alexander Anderson, whose fresh sound and heartfelt lyrics have been turning heads across the region. J.P. Cormier and Dave Gunning, both celebrated individually for their decades-long careers, are even more captivating as a duo. With a seamless mix…
Sunset Series – Poet of the Common Man: A Tribute to Merle Haggard
Date: Saturday, August 9 2025
Poet of the Common Man: A Tribute to Merle Haggard is a heartfelt tribute to the legendary American country artist Merle Haggard. Performed by PEI singer-songwriter Lawrence Maxwell and his ensemble, the Band of Fugitives, the show delves into Haggard's tumultuous life—from his early days as a train-hopping drifter in California to his rise as one of country music's most influential outlaws. The show features a selection of Haggard's iconic songs, offering audiences a glimpse into his personal and professional…
Margaree Highland Games
Date: Saturday, August 9 2025
A two-day festival showcasing food, music, athletics, and fun! Since its foundation in 2012, the Margaree Highland Games (MHG) has become a pillar event for Cape Breton Island. Attracting locals and visitors alike, this event truly offers something for everyone - at an affordable price. The Games kick off Saturday with a $500 jackpot bingo, traditional Acadian fricot supper, and a family square dance. Sunday offers a full day of activities with men, women, and junior athletes competing in seven…
Neil McDaniel in the Music Room at the Barn in Margaree
Date: Monday, June 30 2025 to Monday, October 20 2025
Join Neil McDaniel in the Music Room on Monday evenings at the Barn in Margaree. McDaniel is a local singer/songwriter who plays guitar, mandolin, tin whistles, bouzouki, and piano. He performs regularly in the area and can often be found onstage at the Baddeck Gathering, the Keltic Lodge, the Glenora Distillery, and Mabou’s iconic Red Shoe Pub. 8:30pm | by donation
Fiddle Ceilidh Concert at the Barn in Margaree
Date: Wednesday, July 9 2025 to Wednesday, August 27 2025
On the grounds of the Normaway Inn, The Barn presents weekly Fiddle Concert-Ceilidhs, followed by a short square dance after 10 pm, on Wednesdays in July and August. The Barn features the best Celtic Music performers on Cape Breton along with emerging talents and impromptu guest performers. The atmosphere is informal, the acoustics are excellent, and the local crowd graciously shares the love of their music with visitors from near and far. Beverages (including adult beverages) are available and children are welcome.To avoid disappointment…
Neil McDaniel at the Barn in Margaree
Date: Thursday, July 3 2025 to Thursday, August 28 2025
Neil McDaniel originates from Margaree Forks, Cape Breton Island and carries his own vibrant brand of Celtic music. He has earned himself an ECMA and Canadian Folk Music Awards nomination for Best Roots Album and has entertained audiences from the Maritimes to the Ottawa Valley and across the Atlantic to the West Coast of Ireland. McDaniel holds true to his Irish heritage and this is evident in his singing and performances on mandolin, guitar, banjo, whistles, and piano. His lively…
Daily Lunch Céilidh at the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre
Date: Friday, June 6 2025 to Friday, October 17 2025
The Celtic Music Interpretive Centre’s Daily Lunch Céilidh showcases authentic traditional music and $15 lunch specials. While you’re there, 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…
Daily Lunch Céilidh at the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre
Date: Thursday, June 5 2025 to Thursday, October 16 2025
The Celtic Music Interpretive Centre’s Daily Lunch Céilidh showcases authentic traditional music and $15 lunch specials. While you’re there, 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…