Tradition runs deep in this afternoon set—Joe and Ian bring stories, steps, and soul.

A down-home night with Lisa and Vern—voices and strings in perfect harmony.

Two of Cape Breton’s finest fill the house with foot-tapping, fiddle-fueled magic.

Your steak’s not the only thing sizzling, Stephen Poirier brings the heat to Thursday night.

Donna Marie DeWolfe & Allan Dewar bring the heart of Cape Breton to the stage with high-energy fiddle and masterful piano. Raised in the tradition and seasoned by years of performance, this duo delivers toe-tapping tunes with soul, spirit, and unmistakable island style.

Mairi Rankin, Kimberley Fraser, Angus MacKenzie, and James MacLean close out KitchenFest with a night of pure Cape Breton music. Fiddle, pipes, piano, and guitar come together for one last session at The Red Shoe.

An all-star Cape Breton session where tradition meets pure musical fire. From Rachel Davis’s joyful fiddle to Jason Roach’s driving piano, with Darren McMullen’s multi-instrumental flair and Shawn MacDonald’s deep rhythmic roots—this night promises full-hearted tunes, foot-stomping sets, and magic only KitchenFest can deliver.

KitchenFest Thursday at The Red Shoe Pub
A Thursday night built for deep tunes and lively tables. Evans & Doherty bring their legendary harmony and Maritime wit, while Rodney MacDonald returns to the Red Shoe with the fire and finesse of Mabou Coal Mines fiddle. Add in Joël Chiasson’s seasoned hands on the keys and Brent Chaisson’s Island-born drive, and you’ve got a session built to carry the night straight through.

The first note has faded but the rhythm’s only getting stronger. Join us for a powerhouse night of Cape Breton music featuring Kyle MacDonald, Keith MacDonald, Doug Lamey, Mary Elizabeth MacInnis, and Sarah MacInnis.

A Canada Day celebration like no other. Four Cape Breton powerhouses—Howie MacDonald, Troy MacGillivray, Iain MacQuarrie, and Brian Doyle—light up the stage with fiddles, piano, guitar, and raw island energy. Don’t miss this KitchenFest matinée full of tradition, talent, and Cape Breton pride.

Shelly Campbell’s fiery fiddle, Allan Dewar’s soulful piano, Donny LeBlanc’s masterful storytelling, and Kenny Stewart’s guitar-magic fusion come together as Cape Breton’s musical heartbeat—four tradition-bearers igniting dance floors, firesides, and festivals with decades of passion and performance.

Now three days in, KitchenFest heats up with a Sunday afternoon packed with tradition and talent—featuring Glenn Graham, Andrea Beaton, Jackie Dunn MacIsaac, and Colin MacDonald at The Red Shoe Pub.

A Saturday night KitchenFest highlight! Four Cape Breton favourites take the Red Shoe stage with a powerhouse blend of fiddle, piano, dance, and song. Don’t miss this lively evening with John Pellerin, Bonny Jean MacDonald, Hilda Chiasson, and Mary Beth Carty—steeped in tradition, rich in rhythm, and full of Cape Breton soul.

Kick off KitchenFest with a powerhouse Cape Breton lineup: Iain MacDougall, Melody & Derrick Cameron, and Kathleen LeBlanc take the Red Shoe Pub stage for an unforgettable opening night of tunes, stories, and local spirit.

Cape Breton-born singer-songwriter Glen MacNeil brings heartfelt folk and acoustic storytelling to the Red Shoe stage. Join us as he kicks off Mabou Ceilidh Days with an evening of original songs and Cape Breton spirit.

Two of Cape Breton’s finest take the stage for a night of unforgettable tradition and musical chemistry. Fiddler Doug Lamey, grandson of the legendary Bill Lamey, brings fire and feeling to every tune—while pianist Hilda Chiasson, a Cheticamp-born powerhouse, anchors the rhythm with precision and grace. Together, they deliver the heart of Cape Breton music—bold, rooted, and alive.

Born in Mabou Harbour, Taya MacDonald is a multi-instrumentalist and step dancer whose passion for Cape Breton tradition shines through in every performance. A Grade 10 student, she channels her family’s musical legacy into soulful fiddle sets and spirited dance.

Cape Breton tradition meets world-class talent in this unforgettable night of fiddle and piano. Join us as two masters of their craft bring the heart of the island to the stage—bold, brilliant, and beautifully in sync.

Come early, grab a seat, and let Eastbound carry you—heart first—through a night of unforgettable songs.

This Father’s Day, treat Dad to the best Cape Breton has to offer—Kinnon, Betty & Andrea Beaton live at The Red Shoe Pub from 4–7 PM, Sunday, June 15. $12 cover.

Neil McDaniel & Kevin LeVesconte light up The Red Shoe Pub this Saturday, June 14 from 7–9 PM. No cover, just pure Cape Breton music and good vibes all night long.

John Pellerin & Allan Dewar
A powerhouse Cape Breton duo—John’s driving fiddle and step-dance rhythm meet Allan’s masterful piano in perfect harmony. Together, they carry the living tradition of island music with passion, precision, and pure heart.

With roots in Mabou and a sound that blends country, folk, and rock, Eddie Cummings brings raw heart and East Coast rhythm to every stage he steps on.

Rooted in tradition and shaped by years of performance, Koryne MacDonald and Ceila Cameron bring a warm, familiar energy to the stage. From fiddle tunes to Cape Breton piano, their style is grounded, classic, and always a crowd favourite.