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A musician plays a lute during the Celtic Colours Festival on Cape Breton Island.

Why Stay at Cabot Shores for the Celtic Colours International Festival?

As we’ve discussed, the Celtic Colours International Festival is an exuberant celebration of Cape Breton’s rich cultural heritage buoyed by musical performances, singing, dancing, and storytelling. Unlike other festivals, visitors to our beloved island can expect to find several distinct venues to enjoy this iconic gathering. With nearly 50 concerts and over 200 community events, this unforgettable experience promises to leave a lasting impression. Here’s why Cabot Shores is the perfect place to call home during the Celtic Colours International Festival.

Family poses for a group picture at their family get-together.

10 Reasons to Have Your Family Get-Together at Cabot Shores

Family get-togethers and reunions don’t happen often, so you and your crew may want to consider doing something extraordinary. Nestled along the world-famous Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island, Cabot Shores offers an exceptional venue for creating cherished memories with your loved ones. Here, we’ll offer ten compelling reasons why Cabot Shores is the perfect choice for an outdoor-centric family get-together.

Wedding Venues Nova Scotia: An outdoor wedding ceremony set up.

Wedding Venues Nova Scotia: Autumn Nuptials at Cabot Shores

With its beautiful natural surroundings, unique accommodations, and incredible onsite event amenities, Cabot Shores is a superb Nova Scotia wedding venue you won’t want to overlook for fall ceremonies. And with ideal access to the Cabot Trail and other Cape Breton Island attractions, you and your guests will have plenty to which you can look forward.

A pair of musicians play their instruments at KitchenFest on Cape Breton Island.

Cape Breton Events: What to Know About KitchenFest

It’s no secret that singing and dancing play a crucial role in the Cape Breton Island experience. Another cornerstone of our culture is our penchant for the culinary arts. And when you combine these two significant cultural segments of the Cape Breton lifestyle, you get KitchenFest, an enormous celebration in early July, hosted by the Gaelic College, teeming with bagpipes, songs, céilidhs, and fun.

Music Festivals Nova Scotia at Cabot Shores

Authentic Nova Scotia Music at the Cabot Trail Acoustic Festival

To say that music is woven into Cape Breton’s cultural heritage is somewhat of an understatement. For centuries, the isle’s inhabitants have shared songs about everything from their homeland to everyday life. In modern times, one of the best ways to celebrate these longstanding traditions is to come together for singing and dancing at Cabot Shores for the Cabot Trail Acoustic Festival on March 18th.

Red Dragon yurt exterior

Your Red Dragon Event Yurt at Cabot Shores

The Red Dragon Event Yurt has a diameter of 30 feet and can be used for your gatherings, whether for retreats, meetings, family reunions and other special events. It is a highly flexible space with room for tables, chairs, and and mats for yoga or other activities. In the past, a wedding was held where …

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