Join Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy alongside an impressive lineup of Roots, Celtic, and Folk musical guests, as you take a journey through Cape Breton and Ireland…without ever leaving Ontario!"
The idea behind Celtic Folk Fest was always to bring some of Canada’s cultural roots into the spotlight, namely of the Cape Breton and Irish variety. This family-friendly festival also caters to chil
dren, with a full kids area set up on the property. The festival aims to be an authentic experience, blending cultural experiences from Cape Breton and Ireland, as well as showcasing local fares and attractions to guests of all ages. There will also be an educational aspect to the festival, with workshops geared towards teaching children and adults alike about fiddling, cultural practices, and other exciting lessons set-up to run throughout the day. The workshops will be run by Natalie and Donnell, as well as other performing acts from Cape Breton, Ireland, and all over Canada. The festival event is scheduled to run rain OR shine! No pets, no coolers, no structures! LINE-UP (more artists to be announced!)
Friday (Doors 4pm/Performance Start 5pm) features Natalie MacMaster's Cape Breton Jam Band, Next Generation Leahy, Evans and Doherty and Rhonda Vincent. Saturday (Doors noon/Performance Start 1pm) features Evans and Doherty, The Double Cuts, Dervish, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy.
