Shop The Fiddle

10/15/2026

Thank You, Cape Breton!

One of the best parts of cruise season is watching our community welcome the world to Cape Breton.

From the people working on the waterfront and throughout the tourism industry to local businesses, tour operators, musicians, artisans and residents who simply stop to offer directions or say hello, that welcome matters.

Thank you for helping make Sydney and Cape Breton a place our visitors remember.

10/14/2026

October is shaping up to be a strong finish to the 2026 cruise season, with 32 scheduled calls representing approximately 51,100 passengers and 24,700 crew - nearly 75,800 visitors combined.

October includes many double-ship days and triple-ship days, with vessels ranging from large cruise ships carrying approximately 3,000 passengers to smaller luxury and expedition vessels.

As always, the cruise schedule remains tentative and subject to change.

10/11/2026

The fall colours are coming into full effect across Cape Breton, and we’re excited to share one of the most beautiful times of year on the Island with our cruise passengers.

From the vibrant colours along the Sydney waterfront to the incredible scenery waiting across Cape Breton, fall is a special time to experience Unama'ki.

To everyone arriving this season, welcome to Cape Breton. We hope you enjoy every colourful moment of your visit!

10/08/2026

Meet Tyler and Daniel from Cape Breton Beard Factory!

Owner Tyler and manager Daniel are part of the local team behind Cape Breton Beard Factory, creating Cape Breton-made beard products and bringing a little island personality to everything they do.

You can find Cape Breton Beard Factory products right here at the Fiddle in the Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion.

They invite you to stop in, check out their products, shop local and Meet Me at the Fiddle!

10/02/2026

It’s a busy couple of weeks at the Port of Sydney!

Between September 28 and October 11, we’re expecting approximately 31,800 passengers and 18,600 crew, bringing more than 50,400 visitors to Cape Breton.

That includes two triple-ship days and two double-ship days, creating plenty of activity along the Sydney waterfront and throughout our community.

If you’re downtown, come experience the energy, welcome our visitors and stop by the Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion.

The ships are in. The shops are open. Meet you at the Fiddle! Visit portofsydney.ca for more information.

09/30/2026

There is something special about shopping by the Big Fiddle.

Set against the backdrop of Sydney’s waterfront, the Port of Sydney is more than a cruise pavilion and a place to browse. It is a chance to meet the people behind the products, hear local stories and take home a piece of Cape Breton.

Click below to read more about how to Shop The Fiddle in Sydney, NS.

There is something special about shopping by the Big Fiddle.Set against the backdrop of Sydney’s waterfront, the Port of Sydney is more than a cruise pavilion and simply place to browse. It is a chance to meet the people behind the products, hear local stories and take home a piece of Cape Breton....