Mabou

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Mabou Situated on the west coast of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Mabou is bordered by lush rolling hills and the Gulf of St. Lawrence - Mabou has it all!

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Situated on the west coast of Cape Breton Island bordered by lush rolling hills and the Gulf of St. Lawrence, Mabou has it all. Take your camera to the ocean, by the rivers, over the trails or up and down the hills -you will be delighted by all that you see. History & Tradition

The Celtic Culture is alive in Inverness County and Mabou is a place where the Gaelic language is thriving. Come and listen in! The preservation and practice of this unique “Living Celtic Culture” make Mabou and District a home of the heart for residents and visitors alike. Great Food & Places to Stay

World Class Inns, Magical B&B's, and a great campground all make for a comfortable stay. Experience our legendary Cape Breton hospitality and warmth wherever you decide to stay or dine. From the world famous Red Shoe Pub to our cafes and dining rooms great eating choices await your taste. Music & Culture

Mabou is - "Far am beò Dualchas", Mabou is "Where Culture Lives"
The sound of a fiddle and a piano, clapping and laughter …. Come on in! You will - find Ceilidhs (pronounced - kay lees), listen to stories, square and step dance the night away, watch a play, listen to a concert, visit an artist in their studio. Mabou is also the home of the internationally acclaimed Rankin Family. Recreation & Fun

Hiking; swimming in warm ocean waters; a great harbour for boating, fishing, sailing or kayaking; biking and long walks on great trails; and just up the road in Inverness you can golf at one of the world’s top courses. There is so much more to enjoy and take in...

Trace your roots, enjoy a wee dram of whiskey, sit on the river bank and watch our eagles fishing for lunch, meet great people, and just hang out. Mabou and area will welcome you. Enjoy our weekly Sunday Farmer’s Market where you can purchase vegetables, crafts, delicious baked goods and hear great music. The Farmer's Market is a place to linger, meet residents, cherished friends & family and fellow travelers alike!

Its time to haul the Marina wharves out of the water. This will happen next week. In order to keep the docks in good sha...
10/15/2026

Its time to haul the Marina wharves out of the water. This will happen next week. In order to keep the docks in good shape over the winter the Mabou Development folks need about 80 blocks from 2X4s or 2X6s to rest the docks upon. If you have some it would be great if they could be dropped off in front of the gazebo. Thanks a bunch!

The crew at Hillsborough Hall are taking an extended break. See you back there on November 17.
10/13/2026

The crew at Hillsborough Hall are taking an extended break. See you back there on November 17.

10/08/2026

This event has been moved to Mabou Hall, located across the road from the Red Shoe Pub. Please share.

Dance Dialects is presented in Association with Celtic Colours International Festival and serves as a fundraising event for West Mabou Hall.

This is a uniquely entertaining and informative exploration of different percussive dance styles hosted by Mabou based dancer / fiddler Melody Cameron. The event will feature performances and discussion by local and visiting dancers of different styles. There will be opportunities for some audience participation.

If you've ever enjoyed the Mabou Rivers Section of the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail, then you have this hard-working fell...
10/05/2026

If you've ever enjoyed the Mabou Rivers Section of the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail, then you have this hard-working fellow to thank for coordinating the care and upkeep of the trail and numerous bridges.
Well done Larry!

The Municipality is pleased to celebrate Larry Beaton, nominated by the Mabou Rivers Trail Committee as their 2026 Volunteer of the Year.

Larry has been the maintenance lead and chair of the Mabou Rivers Trail Committee for 16 years. Throughout that time, he has dedicated countless hours to the trail, making it the community asset it is today.

Larry embodies the qualities that make a valued volunteer. He has brought humour, dedication, reliability, and passion to many community organizations in Mabou, including the Mabou and District Volunteer Fire Department, Knights of Columbus, and the St. Mary's Parish building committee.

Thank you, Larry, for all you have given!

09/22/2026
This coming Friday in Mabou!
09/19/2026

This coming Friday in Mabou!

Join us at An Drochaid Museum in Mabou on Friday, September 25 at 6:30 PM for a book release for Kate Beaton and Sydney Smith's new picture book “Rebecca.“

“Rebecca” is a personal story of love, grief and family drawn from the familiar history of Rebecca and David Smith of Port Hood Island.

Come for a discussion of this local history, and how the book came to be. Copies will be available for sale.

Tea will be served! ☕️

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Cape Breton
Sydney, NS
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