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the Carriage House — open mic with host Rob Smith

Every Wed at 7:00 p.m., May 13 – Jul 8 (9 performances) · the Carriage House

open mic with host Rob Smith

Every Wednesday from 7–10 pm, the Carriage House in Port Hawkesbury welcomes local musicians and newcomers alike to its lively open mic night, hosted by Rob Smith. It's a relaxed, drop-in experience where singers, songwriters, and instrumentalists take the stage in a friendly lounge setting — a great way to catch authentic local talent in Cape Breton.

Performance schedule: Every Wed at 7:00 p.m., May 13 – Jul 8 (9 performances)

Wed, May 13 · Wed, May 20 · Wed, May 27 · Wed, Jun 3 · Wed, Jun 10 · Wed, Jun 17 · Wed, Jun 24 · Wed, Jul 1 · Wed, Jul 8

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the Carriage House — open mic with host Rob Smith