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  • National Indigenous Peoples Day

    Culture and entertainment Food and drink History Nature
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park

    Join us for two days of National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

    Saturday, June 20
    1:00 pm
    Chéticamp Visitor Centre
    Celebrate with Graham Marshall and the park interpretation team during an afternoon of drumming, music, a flag raising, four cent cake, and conversation. Following the event, help prepare the Chéticamp Visitor Centre tipi for the season ahead.

    Sunday, June 21
    1:00 p.m.
    Ingonish Beach Day Use Area
    Join park interpreters for activities, games, and conversation celebrating the culture, language, and contributions of the L’nu of Mi’kma’ki.

    Everyone is welcome.

    National Indigenous Peoples Day takes place on the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. For generations, many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities have celebrated their cultures, languages, and traditions at this time of year. The summer solstice holds deep spiritual and cultural significance for many Indigenous Peoples, marking a time of renewal, connection, and celebration.

  • Cape Breton Highlands Trail Series 2026

    Nature Sports and recreation
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: $45 - $55

    Join the Cape Bretoners Road Runners for the 2nd Highland Trail Series in Cape Breton Highlands National Park on June 20–21. This two-day trail running event features a 9 km run on the Clyburn Valley Trail on Saturday afternoon and a challenging 9 km loop on the Franey Trail on Sunday morning, with 350 m of elevation gain and spectacular views.

    Registration is $45 for one race or $54 for both.

    Campsites are available at Ingonish Campground (additional fee).

    Registration and event details are available through Webscorer.

    https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=424896

  • Grandmother moon

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Free

    Interested in learning more about Mi’kmaw culture?

    It is said that Grandmother Moon watches over the waters of the earth. Join Mary Louise Bernard for this Indigenous ceremony, which celebrates women's teachings around the time of the full moon.

    Mark your calendars for Grandmother Moon ceremonies happening in the park:


    Date: June 27, 2026
    Saturday
    Location: Freshwater Lake
    Time: 7:00 p.m.

  • Grandmother moon

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Free

    Interested in learning more about Mi’kmaw culture?

    It is said that Grandmother Moon watches over the waters of the earth. Join Mary Louise Bernard for this Indigenous ceremony, which celebrates women's teachings around the time of the full moon.

    Mark your calendars for Grandmother Moon ceremonies happening in the park:


    July 28, 2026
    Tuesday
    Borad Cove Beach
    7:00 p.m.

  • Discover the wonders of the night sky during our weekend of star parties!

    Nature
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Free

    Spend some special time looking up, learning, and peering through telescopes at the incredible night sky over the highlands. These parties coincide with the peak dates of the Perseids meteor shower, so plenty of shooting stars are in the forecast.


    August 12, 2026
    Mkwesaqtuk / Cap-Rouge
    8:30 pm

    August 13, 2026
    Bog Trail
    8:00 pm

    August 14, 2026
    Black Brook Day Use Area
    8:00 pm

  • Grandmother Moon

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Free

    Interested in learning more about Mi’kmaw culture?

    It is said that Grandmother Moon watches over the waters of the earth. Join Mary Louise Bernard for this Indigenous ceremony, which celebrates women's teachings around the time of the full moon.

    Mark your calendars for Grandmother Moon ceremonies happening in the park:


    August 28, 2026
    Friday
    Chéticamp Campground
    7:00 p.m.

  • Celtic Colours International Festival: Warren Lake Guided Hike with Hike Nova Scotia

    Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
    Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Free

    Join Hike Nova Scotia and Celtic Colours International Festival in Cape Breton Highlands National Park for a week of guided hikes! Park entry permits are required for all guided hikes. No registration is required.

    Warren Lake, Ingonish
    October 18, 2024
    Time: 10:00 a.m.
    Distance: 4.7 km
    Difficulty rating: Moderate
    Location: 325 Warren Lake Rd.
    Join us for a relaxing walk among stunning fall colours. This trail hugs the shoreline as it circles the park’s largest lake.

    More information on Celtic Colour activities

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