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  • Grandmother Moon

    Culture and entertainment History
    Time: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Free

    Interested in learning more about Mi’kmaw culture?

    It is said that Grandmother Moon watches over the waters of the earth. Join Mary Louise Bernard for this Indigenous ceremony, which celebrates women's teachings around the time of the full moon.

    Mark your calendars for Grandmother Moon ceremonies happening in the park:


    August 28, 2026
    Friday
    Chéticamp Campground
    7:00 p.m.

  • Celtic Colours International Festival Community Experience: Pumpkin Carving

    Culture and entertainment Nature
    Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Included with park admission

    Join us for this seasonal favourite! Bring your imagination and creativity. Pumpkins and carving tools are provided.

    Sunday, October ,11, 2026
    Time: 10 am – 12 pm
    Location: La Rigouèche (near the Chéticamp Visitor Centre area)

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  • Celtic Colours International Festival Acadian Trail Guided Hike

    Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
    Time: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Included with park admission

    Join Cape Breton Highlands Nationa Parks staff for a steady climb through colourful Acadian Forest to breathtaking views of the plateau, river canyon and Gulf of St. Lawrence.

    Don't forget to bring water and a snack.


    Acadian Trail, Chéticamp
    October 12, 2026
    Time: 10 am
    Distance: 8.4 km
    Difficulty rating: Moderate
    Location: 16 Chemin Visitor Centre Rd., Chéticamp. (Near Chéticamp Visitor Centre).

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  • Celtic Colours International Festival: Salmon Pools Guided Hike

    Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
    Time: 10:00 AM - 01:30 AM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Free with your park pass

    Join Cape Breton Highlands National Park staff for a walk through vibrant Acadian forest along the bottom of the Chéticamp River canyon, amidst 400 m cliffs. 9.5 km return, 3-4 hrs, 15-100 metre elevation. Suitable for most skill levels. Short climbs. Some rocky sections.

    Don't forget to bring water and snacks.


    Salmon Pools Trail, Chéticamp
    October 13, 2026
    Time: 10:00 a.m.
    Distance: 9.5 km
    Difficulty rating: Easy
    Location: 16654 Cabot Trail (parking within the Chéticamp Campground).

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  • Celtic Colours International Festival Community Experience: Weaving Our Tales

    Culture and entertainment History Nature
    Time: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: $26.75 per person

    Join park staff at this hands-on program as we exchange stories and reflect on the deep tradition of weaving and basketry across time and cultures. Learn some basic weaving skills as you use natural materials to create a small tray, ornament, or other park-inspired item to take home, with your memories woven in!


    Tuesday, October 13, 2026
    Time: 2:00 p.m.
    Location: Mkwesaqtuk / Cap-Rouge campground Interpretation House

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  • Celtic Colours International Festival: Aspy Trail Guided Hike with Hike Nova Scotia

    Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
    Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Free with your park pass

    Join Cape Breton Highlands National Park staff for a steady climb through hardwood and mixed forest with panoramic views of the Aspy fault escarpment.


    October 14, 2024
    Time: 10:00 a.m.
    Distance: 9.6 km
    Difficulty rating: Moderate/Difficult
    Location: 456 Beulach Ban Rd

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  • Celtic Colours International Festival: Warren Lake Guided Hike with Hike Nova Scotia

    Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
    Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Free

    Join National Park staff for a relaxing walk among stunning fall colours. The trail hugs the shoreline as it circles the park’s largest lake.


    Warren Lake, Ingonish
    October 15, 2026
    Time: 10:00 a.m.
    Distance: 4.7 km
    Difficulty rating: Moderate
    Location: 325 Warren Lake Rd.
    Join us for a relaxing walk among stunning fall colours. This trail hugs the shoreline as it circles the park’s largest lake.

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  • Celtic Colours International Festival Community Experience: Pumpkin Carving

    Culture and entertainment Nature
    Time: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Included with park admission

    Join us for this seasonal favourite! Bring your imagination and creativity. Pumpkins and carving tools are provided. Those attending the pumpkin carving in Ingonish on October 15 are invited to enter your pumpkin in the Huckle Buckle Festival Pumpkin Walk at Freshwater Lake on Saturday, October 17!


    Sunday, October ,15, 2026
    Time: 3 pm – 5 pm
    Location: Ingonish Beach Soccer Field, Ingonish Beach

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  • Celtic Colours International Festival: Franey Guided Hike

    Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Free with your park pass

    Join National Park staff for the official unveiling and trail warming of the realigned Franey Trail. Prepare for a day of spectacular views and breathtaking autumn colours as you climb steadily to 423 m through Acadian and boreal forest on this 13 km loop. Plan on spending approximately 6 hours on the trail. Bring water and a lunch, sturdy footwear, warm layers, and hiking poles (optional). Get ready to be blown away by the beauty!


    Franey Trailhead
    October 16, 2026
    Time: 9 am
    Distance: 13 km
    Location: 51 Franey, Rd., Ingonish.

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  • Celtic Colours International Festival: Franey Lower Loop Guided Hike

    Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
    Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Location(s): Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    Cost: Free with your park pass

    Join National Park staff for a guided hike through majestic hemlocks to a view of the Clyburn Valley veiled in stunning fall foliage. The walk will include the full lower loop of the newly re-aligned Franey Trail plus an extra 20 - 25 minute climb to a favourite look-off. 5.9 km (4.5 km loop plus 1.4 km return to look-off), 2.5 - 3.5 hours, 17 - 230 metre elevation. Steady Climb. Bring your water and a snack.


    Franey Lower Loop and Look-off
    October 16, 2026
    Time: 10 am
    Distance: 5.9 km
    Location: 51 Franey, Rd., Ingonish.

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