Proper community ceilidhs (parties with music and dancing) with plenty of fiddling, twirling and Celtic atmosphere are held in Baddeck's parish hall, opposite the tourist-information center. Tickets are only available on the night, and it's cash only.
Baddeck Gathering Ceilidhs
Cape Breton Island
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