The Barn Music Concert-Ceilidhs and Normaway Inn Music Room Series
The Barn on the Grounds of the Normaway Inn 691 Egypt Rd, Margaree Valley
Fiddle Fridays at The Barn with Howie MacDonald & Friends
Margaree Valley 691 Egypt Road, Margaree Valley
Week of Events
Ta’n me’j Tel-keknuo’ltiek: How Unique We Still Are
Ta'n me'j Tel'keknuo'ltiek: How Unique We Still Are reflects how Mi’kmaw people remain connected to the lands and waters of Mi’kma’ki through this exhibit featuring Mi'kmaw historian and guest curator, Salina Kemp.
Better Times Comedy
Better Times Comedy is an award-winning, stand-up comedy show held on Thursday evenings at Good Robot Brewing (Robie St.).
Halifax Wanderers 2026 Season
Don't miss out on the fast paced action and energy experienced when you attend a match to cheer on our HFX Wanderers FC professional soccer team this season!
Sofa Sundays
Join us for Sofa Sundays, an intimate live music series in the Artists’ Landing Art Gallery. This season, we are featuring an exciting lineup of musicians, ranging from singer-songwriters to groove-based jazz, all in the cozy, art-filled space
Halifax Tides FC 2026 Season
Don't miss out on the energy and fast-paced action experienced as you cheer on our Halifax Tides FC professional women's soccer team in Halifax this season!
Cooking with Fire
On Friday and Saturday nights starting May 22nd and running until September 26th our outdoor kitchen is entirely powered by wood fire. We dine together at long tables and bring you the best local produce available from producers and suppliers in our region. We work with the best fresh local meat, seafood, and produce available […]
Weekday Tour & Maple Tasting
Visit Sugar Moon Farm, a working maple farm in Nova Scotia, to learn about the maple sugar business, see how maple syrup is made and experience a maple tasting on this owner-led tour!
Baddeck Gathering Ceilidhs
A unique interactive experience that emulates a traditional kitchen party
Sugar Moon Summer Brunches
Visit Sugar Moon Farm, a working maple farm in Nova Scotia, during their popular 'pop-up' brunches on select Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30am to 2:30pm.
The Barn Music Concert-Ceilidhs and Normaway Inn Music Room Series
The Barn Concert-Ceilidhs feature the best Celtic music performers on Cape Breton along with emerging 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.
Mabou Tuesday Night Ceilidhs
Concert series hosted by Mabou based musicians, Derrick and Melody Cameron and featuring some of Cape Breton's finest traditional musicians and step dancers. Come join us for a ceilidh!
Textiles & Treasures Trail
The Textiles & Treasures Trail is a unique self-guided summer experience along Nova Scotia's scenic North Shore. It highlights artisan studios, fibre artists, craft boutiques, and farm markets off the beaten path that visitors can explore
Acadian Evenings
Our friends Charlo and Zabeth will be back at Mkwesaqtuk/Cap-Rouge this summer! Join them every Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. for Acadian interpretation and a musical evening. Step back in time to the year 1935 as they get ready to embark on a journey
Love Local Concert Series
Free Outdoor Concerts on the Pictou Waterfront. July to August, every Sunday and Monday evening 6:00-8:00pm. Traditional Maritime music, county, rock and more.
Fiddle Fridays at The Barn with Howie MacDonald & Friends
Don't miss out on fantastic piano and fiddling during Fiddle Fridays with Howie MacDonald and friends at The Barn on the grounds of The Normaway Inn!
Makin’ Waves presented by Sydney Credit Union
Makin' Waves presented by Sydney Credit Union is the soundtrack to your Summer with free concerts each Thursday evening from July 9 - August 6
Monday Night in the Park
Join us for evenings of local Acadian music in Cape Breton Highlands National Park at the Interpretation House, located at Mkwesaqtuk/Cap-Rouge Campground.
Halifax Pride Festival
The 4th largest Pride in Canada. Halifax Pride’s 11-day celebration offers community based gatherings and showcases of local talent.
Mulgrave’s Market by the Sea
Prepare to be serenaded by talented local artists and bands as they take the stage to entertain you with a diverse range of music genres.
Stanfest: Stan Rogers Folk Festival
Stan Rogers Folk Festival is an international festival of songwriters. See 40+ artists/bands perform July 20-26, 2026. Add in camping, crafts, great food and non-stop "jamming" for a memorable weekend!
Mabou School of Cape Breton Step Dance
Experience a week of percussive dance and traditional music in scenic Mabou with some of Cape Breton Island's finest dancers, musicians and Gaelic singers.
Downeast Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Festival
Join us in celebrating Canada's longest running bluegrass music festival in Ardoise, Nova Scotia!
Nova Multifest
Experience performances, Live Bands,demonstrations, and exhibits from the multicultural fabric that makes Nova Scotia unique. Taste international culinary delights at an event that is sure to become a family favourite.
The Family Crow : A Murder Mystery
Puppets! Puns! Murder! The Family Crow: A Murder Mystery is a laugh-out-loud puppet comedy crafted by internationally acclaimed Off-Broadway puppeteer Adam Francis Proulx.
Sunday, July 19, 2026
-
May 28, 2026 -Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
Discover the incredible talented local musicians in Nova Scotia when you visit Black Harbour Distillers during their Saturday afternoon Matinees.
Monday, July 20, 2026
-
May 28, 2026 -Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
Discover the incredible talented local musicians in Nova Scotia when you visit Black Harbour Distillers during their Saturday afternoon Matinees.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
-
May 28, 2026 -Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
Discover the incredible talented local musicians in Nova Scotia when you visit Black Harbour Distillers during their Saturday afternoon Matinees.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
-
May 28, 2026 -Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
Discover the incredible talented local musicians in Nova Scotia when you visit Black Harbour Distillers during their Saturday afternoon Matinees.
Thursday, July 23, 2026
-
May 28, 2026 -Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
-
July 23, 2026 -Cape Breton Fiddlers Association: free concert at Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
Discover the incredible talented local musicians in Nova Scotia when you visit Black Harbour Distillers during their Saturday afternoon Matinees.
Cape Breton Fiddlers Association: free concert at Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
oin us for an unforgettable evening of Cape Breton fiddle music at Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in beautiful Baddeck.
On July 23 at 7 p.m., enjoy a free live performance by the Cape Breton Fiddlers Association inside the inspiring set
Friday, July 24, 2026
-
May 28, 2026 -Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
Discover the incredible talented local musicians in Nova Scotia when you visit Black Harbour Distillers during their Saturday afternoon Matinees.
Saturday, July 25, 2026
-
May 28, 2026 -Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
-
July 25, 2026 -Midsummer Music Series: Maxim and Gervais Cormier at Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
Saturday Matinees at Black Harbour Distillers
Discover the incredible talented local musicians in Nova Scotia when you visit Black Harbour Distillers during their Saturday afternoon Matinees.
Midsummer Music Series: Maxim and Gervais Cormier at Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
Enjoy an evening of exceptional classical music in the heart of Baddeck. The Midsummer Music Series brings outstanding performances to Baddeck and surrounding area from the beautiful stage within the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site