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Historic sites
Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada
A researched shortlist for Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Compare addresses, practical details and maps.
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Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site
259 Park Service Road, Louisbourg, Nova Scotia
A reconstructed fortified town with different peak, shoulder and low-season services.
- October 2026
- 9:30 am to 5 pm daily through October 31
- Useful for
- A history-focused day with outdoor walking
- Before visiting
- October services are reduced. Food counters have earlier closing dates than the site.
Sources: Parks Canada: Fortress address and visitor information
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Useful questions
When is the Great Pumpkin Path in 2026?
October 28, from 6 to 8 pm.
Where is the pumpkin event?
At Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck.
Is there a rain date?
The page lists October 29.
When can carved pumpkins be dropped off?
October 24 to 27, 10 am to 4 pm.
When is Sinister Soirée?
October 24, 2026, 5 to 11 pm.
Can children attend Sinister Soirée?
No. The event is listed as 19-plus.
What price is listed for the Soirée?
The Parks Canada event listing says $60. Check ticket conditions when booking.
Are the two events in the same town?
No. The pumpkin path is in Baddeck and the Soirée is in Louisbourg.
Is the Great Pumpkin Path during normal Bell museum hours?
No. The listed event runs from 6 to 8 pm, after the regular museum closing time.
What activities are listed for Sinister Soirée?
The event listing includes live music, themed tours, costume contests, DJs, dance floors and pop-up bars. It is a 19-plus event.