River Roots Open House
River Roots holds its 4th annual open house with live music, kids activities, and refreshments during the River Bourgeois Festival.
A family-friendly community celebration held as part of the River Bourgeois Annual Festival, a beloved tradition in this small Acadian village on Cape Breton's south shore. The festival is known for featuring live music, activities for children, heritage walks, canoe races, dances, and a potluck supper. Visitors can expect light refreshments and a warm, welcoming atmosphere with musicians and a full schedule to be announced closer to the event.
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