CKNS Try Paddle – Whycocomagh
Date: Thursday, August 15 2024
Five big canoes ranging from 26 to 29 ft., and capable of carrying 8-12 paddlers each, will be exploring various routes throughout the Bras d’Or / Pitu’paq region August 12-18. Canoe Kayak Nova Scotia (CKNS) spearheads the project in partnership with the Canadian Voyageur Brigade Society, and will include paddlers from across Canada. Home base for the first half of the brigade will be at the Battery Provincial Park in St. Peters, and for the last half of the brigade,…
Festival des Racines et Bottines / Roots to Boots Festival
Date: Thursday, June 13 2024 to Sunday, June 16 2024
The Roots to Boots Festival in Chéticamp, Nova Scotia, and Cape Breton Highlands National Park is a unique celebration that combines the rich cultural heritage of the Acadian people with the natural beauty of Cape Breton. Held annually, this festival offers a delightful blend of live music, scenic hiking, traditional Acadian cuisine, and captivating storytelling. Visitors can enjoy performances by local & visiting musicians, explore breathtaking trails in the Highlands, and savor authentic dishes that reflect the region's vibrant culinary…
Fun Walk/ Run- The 68th Broad Cove Scottish Concert
Date: Saturday, July 27 2024
The Broad Cove Marsh Fun Walk/Run: Saturday, July 27th. Registration @ 9:00am,
Sunday Walking Tours & Lobster Dinner
Date: Saturday, May 18 2024 to Sunday, August 25 2024
25th Anniversary Celebration 1999-2024: You can always celebrate Cape Breton music at the regular Sunday Ceilidhs from 2 pm - 5 pm (year-round). For this Anniversary year CMIC has added a Walking Tour and a Lobster Dinner take-out. Join us at the Celtic Music Centre for a stroll to the Alexander Community Trail which loops by a pioneer cemetery, crosses a small brook and meets up with the famed Judique Flyer section of the Trans Canada Trail. It's an afternoon…
Whycocomagh Summer Festival
Date: Monday, July 15 2024 to Sunday, July 21 2024
Community Summer Festival with events to celebrate the Village of Whycocomagh and surrounding area. Bring everyone together to create memories, smiles and good times.
Oceanfront Creations in Grand-Étang
Date: Monday, July 1 2024 to Saturday, August 31 2024
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! For the safety and enjoyment of our young artists, all children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. We're excited to foster a fun and safe environment for everyone to unleash their creativity. There are three, one-hour sessions…