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Live Life In Tents — The 4th annual Butts In Boats Festival 2026

Saturday, June 6, 2026 · Live Life In Tents

The 4th annual Butts In Boats Festival 2026

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West Mabou Family Square Dances
Aug 23, 2026

West Mabou Family Square Dances

Square dances with live traditional music run 9pm to midnight, with guided sets for newcomers and free admission for children under 12.

📍 West Mabou Hall
Lynn & Cyril Chisholm's Blathan Garden — ''Chill on the Hill'''-live music with Lynn Chisholm with vintage tea
Aug 23, 2026

Lynn & Cyril Chisholm's Blathan Garden — ''Chill on the Hill'''-live music with Lynn Chisholm with vintage tea

Live music with Lynn Chisholm and vintage tea at Lynn & Cyril Chisholm's Blathan Garden.

📍 Lynn & Cyril Chisholm's Blathan Garden
ANDREA BEATON & TROY MACGILLIVRAY | SUNDAY MATINÉE | AUGUST 23 | 4–7 PM | $12 COVER
Aug 23, 2026

ANDREA BEATON & TROY MACGILLIVRAY | SUNDAY MATINÉE | AUGUST 23 | 4–7 PM | $12 COVER

📍 11573 Nova Scotia Trunk 19, Mabou, NS B0E 0A7, Canada

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