Sounds & Supper By The Sea

Sounds & Supper By The Sea is a community gathering held in L'Ardoise, a small community in Richmond County on Cape Breton Island. The event is organized as part of the Celtic Colours International Festival, a Celtic music festival held annually in October on Cape Breton Island, first held in 1997, that attracts visitors to the island around the time of peak autumn colour. In the fishing community of L'Ardoise, the event brings together live music performed by local community members, beginning at 1:00 pm, followed by a traditional lobster dinner beginning at 3:00 pm. Attendees can expect a 1.5-pound lobster served with salads, dessert, and tea or coffee. The format is straightforward and unhurried — music first, meal to follow — giving the afternoon a relaxed, communal rhythm well suited to the setting. The event takes place at Lobsters R Us in L'Ardoise, running from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, and has previously offered a choice of a lobster or ham supper alongside the entertainment. Tickets are available at the door. The event draws on the distinct cultural character of its host community.