Niagara Falls fireworks

Niagara’s annual Winter Festival of Lights has officially begun, which means from now until January 31^st, Niagara Falls is transformed into a magical winter wonderland and lit up in spectacular lights and illumination displays. This year’s festival also features a number of exciting winter events for people of all ages to enjoy and incredible fireworks shows over Niagara Falls.

Here are the highlights of this year’s Winter Festival of Lights:

Fireworks

This year’s Winter Festival of Lights will feature a total of 22 fireworks shows over Niagara Falls. During the festival, fireworks will be launched every Friday night at 9pm with bonus shows scheduled every night from December 22^nd – 31^st in celebration of the holidays.

For the full Niagara Falls fireworks schedule, click here.

Illumination Displays

The Winter Festival of Lights features an 8km illumination route and a number of light installations and exhibits located throughout the city’s tourist districts.

• Dufferin Islands – 3D Canadian Wildlife and Inukshuk displays
• Clifton Hill – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle displays located along Victoria Avenue
• Fallsview Boulevard District – The Passage experiential light tunnel at old Stone Inn, Skylon Tower illumination, Prismatica exhibit at Scotiabank Convention Centre, and the Fallsview Sound and Light Show at Oakes Hotel
• Lundy’s Lane – Nut Cracker Soldier and the Loop illuminated musical installation

Deck the Falls

Winter Festival of Lights

Deck the Falls Holiday Walking Tours are back for another season! These self-guided tours give visitors the chance to explore beautifully decorated venues throughout the city and experience gourmet food sampling, holiday beverages, live musical entertainment, photo-ops, pop up carolers, craft workshops, and more.

• Date and Time– Deck the Falls is taking place during the first three weekends in December, on Friday and Saturday evenings from 5pm – 10pm.
• Tickets – Tickets cost $46.99 per person + taxes. Ticket holders receiver a Deck the Falls Tour Pass with vouchers to be redeemed at participating venues along the tour route, a 48-hour WEGO bus pass, and an Incline Railway Pass. Tickets are valid for all six nights and can be used in one night or spread out over two weekends.
• Venues – Some of this year’s participating venues include the Scotiabank Convention Centre, Sheraton Fallsview, Crowne Plaza Fallsview, Marriott on the Falls, Marriott Fallsview, Niagara Parks Floral Showhouse, Casino Niagara, and more. Download the Deck the Falls tour map to see all of this year’s participating venues.

New Year’s Eve

The musical lineup for this year’s Niagara Falls New Year’s Eve celebration and outdoor concert in Queen Victoria Park has been announced and features Canadian musicians Burton Cummings, The Sheepdogs, Walk Off the Earth, and Avenue Inn.

In addition to an exciting outdoor concert, this totally free event will feature two fireworks shows, an outdoor licensed area, and food and beverage vendors.

Experience the beauty and excitement of this year’s Winter Festival of Lights, and start planning your Niagara Falls winter getaway today!

Halloween in Niagara Falls

Halloween in Canada isn’t all just candy and costumes. Throughout the month of October there are plenty of spooky, fun, and family-friendly events happening in Niagara featuring traditional Halloween activities and unique autumn entertainment.

Pumpkin Patch

All autumn, Warner Ranch

Warner Ranch and Pumpkin Farm in Niagara Falls offers a bunch of fun and autumn-centric activities that people of all ages will love. This includes:

• Pumpkin picking
• Petting zoo
• Corn maze
• Belgian horse-drawn wagon ride
• Inflatable bounce house

And for those a little braver, Warner Ranch and Pumpkin Farm also offers a Haunted Hay Ride for the last three weekends in October. The ride is not recommended for children and involves a ride through 50-acres of forest with spooky displays and live actors.

Boo at the Zoo

October 6-8, 2018, Safari Niagara

Safari Niagara’s annual Boo at the Zoo event is the ultimate family-friendly Halloween celebration. This three-day event will feature a ton of exciting activities to check out including:

• Costume Contests & Find the Golden Pumpkin Contest
• Fun house & inflatables
• Kids Bubble/Dance Party in Amphitheatre
• Trick-or-treating around the zoo

Admission to this event is free for children aged 12 and under in costume and $17 for adults with donation of a non-perishable food item.

Halloween Owl Howl

October 26, Niagara Glen

Learn about the fascinating lives of owls and the different species found in the Niagara region at Niagara Parks’ Halloween Owl Howl event in the Niagara Glen. The Canadian Raptor Conservancy will be hosting a meet-and-greet with owls and teaching guests different types of owl calls.

And as an added bonus, admission to this event is totally free.

You can make your time in Niagara Falls into an unforgettable family getaway with great hotel packages that will connect you with the best dining, entertainment, and accommodations that the city has to offer. Book yours today!

Canadian Horseshoe Falls

Discover the very best of the fall season on a Niagara Falls getaway at any one of these amazing destinations.

Fallsview Indoor Waterpark

Summer is drawing to a close, which means the air is cooling down as autumn takes it hold. But luckily, a visit to Fallsview Indoor Waterpark means you won’t have to say goodbye to warmer temperatures just yet. The 3-acre waterpark always has an air temperature of 30°C and water temperature of 29°C, making it feel like you’re on a tropical getaway no matter what time of year you visit.

And Fallsview Indoor Waterpark’s Waterpark Getaway Packages make it easy to plan a family-friendly getaway to Niagara Falls with:

• Hotel accommodations at your choice of 4 Falls Avenue Resort hotels including Skyline Hotel & Waterpark, Clifton Victoria Inn, Sheraton Fallsview, and Crowne Plaza Fallsview.
• 4 two-day Fallsview Indoor Waterpark passes

Niagara Brewing Company

A new season means new beers at Niagara Brewing Company! The craft brewery on Clifton Hill will be releasing their seasonal Pumpkin Spiced Ale for a limited-time this fall, alongside a number of other amazing brews that you won’t want to miss.

The Pumpkin Spiced Ale is a medium to full body brew with a spicy aroma, notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice and a rich pumpkin flavour. Stay tuned to find out when it hits the taps!

Niagara Fall Events

Make sure to check out these great fall events happening all throughout the season in Niagara:

Fall Handmade Market

September 14^th & 15^th at 13^th Street Winery in St. Catharines

A market featuring 140 curated artisans from across Ontario, Quebec, and Canada’s East Coast offering hand-made jewellery, home décor, natural beauty products, art, candles, ceramics, and more.

Niagara Falls Oktoberfest

October 5^th & 6^th at the Scotiabank Convention Centre

A German-style celebration featuring great beer from breweries like Niagara Brewing Company and The Exchange Brewery, delicious German food, and live entertainment. Admission to this event is totally free.

Hornblower Niagara Cruises

Experience Niagara’s most iconic attraction before it closes for the season on December 1^st. Hornblower Niagara Cruises offers a number of thrilling boat rides that will take you into the mist and as close as you can get to Niagara Falls, including:

• Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour – 20 minutes
• Voyage to the Falls Evening Boat Tour – 20 minutes
• Falls Illumination Cruise – 40 minutes
• Falls Fireworks Cruise – 40 minutes

Start planning your Niagara Falls getaway today and discover all of the amazing things that a new season has to offer!

Experience Science Sundays at the Niagara Glen.

Have some fun while on a Niagara Falls family vacation this August by checking out these exciting events and activities that have been specially designed for both kids and adults!

Science Sundays

July 30 – August 26, 2018 @ Niagara Glen Nature Centre

Visit the Niagara Glen Nature Centre on Sundays in July and August for a variety of fun and fascinating science demonstrations on a number of different subjects. The Science Sundays demonstrations are approximately 10-15 minutes each and will be taking place at 11:30am and 2pm.

The Niagara Glen Nature Centre is a beautiful building that overlooks a pristine pocket of Carolinian forest and the Niagara River, and is a popular destination for hikers, conservationists, cyclists, and outdoor-enthusiasts looking to discover all that Niagara has to offer.

Coca Cola Concert Series

June 1 – September 3, 2018 @ Queen Victoria Park

Catch free musical performances from local Niagara musicians at the Niagara Parks Coca Cola Concert Series in Queen Victoria Park. The performances start at 8pm and are followed by spectacular fireworks every evening at 10pm.

Upcoming performances include:

• Aug. 2 – By Design
• Aug. 3 – Gypsy Ghosts
• Aug. 5 – The Small Town Girls
• Aug. 6 – Grand River Ramblers
• Aug. 9 – Stereo Sunrise

Falls Fireworks Series

Every night in Niagara Falls

This year marks the 25^th year of the Niagara Parks Falls Fireworks Series, which will be celebrated with a newly-expanded schedule featuring 111 shows. From June 18^th to September 3^rd, spectacular fireworks will light up the skies over the American and Horseshoe Falls every night at 10pm.

Take in this spectacular sight from along the Niagara Parkway, in Queen Victoria Park, or in a Fallsview guestroom at a beautiful Niagara Falls hotel.

Family Craft Night Tea Party

August 2, 2018 @ Niagara Falls History Museum

Stop by the Niagara Falls History Museum on Ferry Street to build and decorate your very own fancy paper teapot! This family-friendly activity will be taking place from 6-9pm and is fun for people of all ages.

Start planning your Niagara Falls family vacation today to discover these amazing events!

Sweet Jesus’ Krusty the Kone.

There are so many exciting things to do in Niagara Falls this summer, including visiting these sweet and unique food and retail destinations.

Hershey’s Chocolate World Niagara Falls

One of the sweetest destinations in Niagara Falls is the Hershey’s Chocolate World Niagara Falls store located on Falls Avenue Resort. This chocolate paradise features a wide selection of decadent treats, Hershey’s merchandise from brands like Reese’s, Twizzlers, Jolly Rancher, and Kisses, and amazing specialty gifts like a 5lb. Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar and ½ lb. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

And at the in-store Hershey’s Bake Shoppe you can enjoy freshly made treats like Hershey’s Milk Chocolate covered strawberries, cookies, cupcakes, brownies, fudge, and thick milkshakes topped with whipped cream and a signature Hershey’s Kiss.

It’s the only store of its kind in Canada and is the ultimate destination for any chocolate lover visiting Niagara Falls.

Sweet Jesus Ice Cream

Ice cream is the quintessential summer treat and Sweet Jesus ice cream shop in Niagara Falls is doing it right with amazing soft serve creations that you’ll have to see (and taste) to believe.

At Sweet Jesus you can try innovative soft serve flavours like Krusty the Kone made with vanilla soft serve, cotton candy pieces, cotton candy sauce, and rainbow sprinkles; Hella Nutella featuring chocolate and vanilla twist soft serve, Nutella sauce, wafer cookies, Corn Flakes, and toasted pistachios; and Birthday Cake made with vanilla soft serve, cream cheese icing, birthday cake bits, and rainbow sprinkles.

Other Sweet Jesus signature flavours include:

• Cookies, Cookies, Cookies & Cream
• Bangin’ Brownie
• Rocky Road Rage
• Sweet Baby Jesus
• Red Rapture
• Bounty Killah

Or give one of Sweet Jesus’ limited-time seasonal cones a try, which in the past has included delicious flavours like Strawberry Shortcake, Pumpkin Pie, and Lotus Cookie Butter!

Always Refreshing Soda Shop

Located on Falls Avenue Resort just steps away from Niagara Falls is the 1950s-inspired Always Refreshing Soda Shop. Equal parts classic soda shop and Coca Cola collectors’ boutique, this unique destination is a must-visit this summer.

At the Always Refreshing Soda Shop you can enjoy a range of delicious treats like floats, milkshakes, ice cream, and soda, and shop for exclusive Coca Cola gifts and merchandise at the one-of-a-kind retail store.

Starbucks Niagara Falls

This summer, enjoy your favourite Starbucks coffee or a cold and refreshing drink at one of Niagara’s conveniently-located Starbucks Cafes. Located in in the lobbies of the Sheraton Fallsview, Marriott on the Falls, Marriott Fallsview, and lower lobby of the Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls – Fallsview, Starbucks is a fantastic place to stop for an afternoon pick-me-up during a busy day of sightseeing in Niagara.

Enjoy a sweet coffee drink like the Iced Salted Caramel Mocha, Iced Caramel Macchiato, Cold Brew Coffee, Vanilla Frappuccino, or cool off with a tasty Very Berry Hibiscus Refresher or Cool Lime Refresher made with real fruit juice and fruit pieces.

So if you’re planning a visit to Niagara Falls this summer make sure to check out these sweet and spectacular spots for delicious treats and one-of-a-kind experiences.

Make it a Father’s Day to remember this June 17^th by treating the dads in your life to unforgettable Niagara Falls Father’s Day experiences that they’re sure to love.

Massimo’s Italian Restaurant and Prime Steakhouse

Golfing in Niagara Falls, Ontario.

Two brand new Fallsview restaurants have opened in Niagara Falls, offering remarkable food and wine selections and breathtaking views of Niagara Falls. Massimo’s Italian Fallsview Restaurant is celebrity chef Massimo Capra’s newest restaurant, located inside the Sheraton Fallsview hotel. Book a table there this Father’s Day to experience innovative interpretations of authentic Italian cuisine and views of the Falls from floor-to-ceiling windows.

Prime Steakhouse is a contemporary steakhouse dining experience located inside the Crowne  Plaza Niagara Falls – Fallsview hotel. Treat Dad to succulent steaks, fresh seafood, and other classic favourites in a magnificent Fallsview dining room right across the street from Niagara Falls.

Golfing in Niagara

Golf season is in full swing and playing a round of golf with Dad is the perfect way to spend Father’s Day in Niagara Falls. Book a tee time this June 17^th at one of Niagara’s beautiful championship golf courses like the Whirlpool Golf Course, Battlefield at Legends on the Niagara, and Ussher’s Creek at Legends on the Niagara and get ready for amazing golfing experiences that people of all skill levels can enjoy.

Niagara Brewing Company

Whether you want to grab a growler and take it home to Dad or sit out on the patio together and enjoy a few beers, Niagara Brewing Company is the place to be. The beers currently on tap at this exciting craft brewery are:

• Marzen Lager
• American Pale Ale
• Cream Ale
• Hennepin Stout
• Niagara Premium Lager, Amber Eh! Ale, Beerdevil IPA, Honeymoon Peach Radler

Fireworks Shows

Watch the sky over Niagara Falls light up this Father’s Day with a spectacular fireworks show happening at 10pm. The fireworks are launched from deep in the Niagara Gorge into the sky over the Canadian Horseshoe Falls and will be the perfect way to end the evening with Dad. The fireworks are best enjoyed from along the Niagara Parkway, or at Table Rock Welcome Centre and Queen Victoria Park.

Father’s Day Car Show at Safari Niagara

Safari Niagara is hosting a Father’s Day Car Show this June 17^th featuring impressive vehicles, great food, and all-ages fun. Fathers don’t have to pay for admission and the whole family will love everything that Safari Niagara has to offer as part of this wonderful event, including:

• Car Show in Stevensville Garden Gallery parking lot featuring 100+ cars (9am-3pm)
• Live music at the Merembe Restaurant (12pm-3pm)
• Face painting, magician, inflatables
• Father/Child Fishing Derby hosted by Bass Pro Shops (12pm-4pm)
• Humberstone Speedway Car Display in Safari Niagara Amphitheatre
• Cake celebration

Amazing Niagara Falls Father’s Day experiences are waiting to be had, so start planning your visit today!

Spring is finally here and there’s no better way to celebrate the season than by embarking on an exciting family getaway that everyone will love! There are a number of amazing destinations, attractions, and events to check out this spring in Niagara Falls, so start planning today.

Discover the Floral Showhouse & Butterfly Conservatory

The Canadian Horseshoe Falls.

The Floral Showhouse is a beautiful greenhouse located along the Niagara Parkway that features impressive collections of orchids, tropical plants, and succulents along with tropical birds flying freely throughout. The Showhouse is currently showcasing their annual Spring Show, which features primula, calceolaria, cineraria, and is open daily from 9:30am-5pm.

Spring is also in full swing at the Butterfly Conservatory, located on the grounds of the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens. The conservatory is home to over 2,000 vibrant butterflies, which you can discover as you make your way along winding paths through this lush indoor paradise.

See the Skylon Tower Easter Illumination

On April 1^st, Niagara’s iconic Skylon Tower will be adding a little festive cheer to the Niagara Falls skyline when it will be illuminated in yellow lights in honour of Easter Sunday. The Skylon Tower features a number of observation decks from which to view Niagara Falls and is also home to a one of a kind revolving dining room and a large indoor amusement area.

Along with the illumination of the Skylon Tower, you can take in the nightly illumination of the Canadian Horseshoe, American, and Bridal Veil Falls from 8pm to 1am and experience the incredible beauty of Niagara Falls at night.

Explore Queen Victoria Park

Spring daffodils in Queen Victoria Park.

Queen Victoria Park is one of Niagara Falls’ most beautiful parks and natural areas, located directly across the street from the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. A visit to Queen Victoria Park in spring will allow you to take in the spectacular sight of more than 500,000 daffodils in bloom, along with a valuable collection of native and international plants, beautiful gardens, tulips, magnolia trees, carpet bedding displays, and more. It is the perfect place to relax on the grass and listen to the thundering roar of Niagara Falls.

Visit Fallsview Indoor Waterpark

One of the most exciting places to visit in Niagara Falls this spring is Fallsview Indoor Waterpark, located just a short walk away from the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. This 3 acre waterpark is the place to go to find all-day family fun as it includes 16 waterslides, a full size wave pool, 1,000 gallon tipping bucket, year-round outdoor activity pool, plunge bowl, adult only Jacuzzis, and more.

And planning a family getaway to Niagara Falls has never been so easy as Skyline Hotel & Waterpark offers a number of amazing Hotel and Waterpark Packages that will connect you with the best accommodations, dining, and entertainment in Niagara Falls!

Fireworks over Niagara Falls, Ontario.

Niagara Falls’ popular Falls Fireworks Series is celebrating its 25^th anniversary this year and in celebration, Niagara Parks will be expanding their summer fireworks schedule to include 111 fireworks shows happening all summer long.

Kicking off on Victoria Day (May 18-21) and Memorial Day (May 25-28) long weekends, the shows are a nightly spectacle that will make your summer getaway to Niagara Falls into an unforgettable affair. Fireworks shows will be taking place at 10pm on:

• May 18-June 17- Weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) and holiday Mondays

• June 18-September 3- Daily

• September 7-October 8- Weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) and holiday Mondays

You can enjoy the fireworks shows from the brink of the Horseshoe Falls, at the Table Rock Welcome Centre, or in Queen Victoria Park, and experience Canada’s longest running fireworks series in view of one of the world’s most beautiful natural wonders.

A family in the wave pool at Fallsview Indoor Waterpark.

Discover the very best accommodations, dining, and entertainment that Niagara Falls has to offer this Spring Break with a Spring Passport at Falls Avenue Resort that gives you and your family $300 free in attractions and dining.

Available for stays from March 9^th to April 8^th, the Spring Passport package includes:

Hotel Stay

Choose between four amazing Falls Avenue Resort hotels including Skyline Hotel & Waterpark, Clifton Victoria Inn, Sheraton Fallsview, and Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls-Fallsview. Skyline Hotel & Waterpark is a great hotel destination for families as we offer Deluxe Family Bunk Bed Suites that can sleep up to 6 guests, traditional rooms, and other family suites. The hotel is directly connected by an indoor walkway to Fallsview Indoor Waterpark and Falls Avenue Resort, and is located just a short walk away from the magnificent Niagara Falls.

Fallsview Indoor Waterpark Passes

The Spring Passport includes four two-day Fallsview Indoor Waterpark passes and one hour early access to the waterpark on select dates, connecting you with 3 acres of family water fun overlooking Niagara Falls.Fallsview Indoor Waterpark features 16 waterslides, a full size wave pool, 1,000 gallon tipping bucket, adult-only Jacuzzis, year-round outdoor activity pool and sundeck, and so much more. It provides indoor family fun for people of all ages and will make for an unforgettable experience this Spring Break in Niagara Falls.

All-day breakfast at Perkins Family Restaurant.

Fallsview Dining

Experience delicious dining and breathtaking views of the Horseshoe and American Falls with Kids Eat Free at Fallsview Buffet and The Rainbow Room by Massimo Capra, and enjoy a wide selection of family favourite appetizers, entrees, and desserts with Kids Eat Free at Perkins Family Restaurant.

Entertainment

The Spring Passport offers a number of family-friendly entertainment experiences with 4 passes to Wild Safari Mini Golf, Adventure Heroes Laser Ride, and Traffic Slam Bumper Cars, along with 4D Motion Theatre Child Admission when you buy an adult ticket, Magic Show tickets on select dates, a free custom family photo, and $20 off Magnificent Tours.

Spring Break Packages at Skyline Hotel & Waterpark start at $179. Book yours today and get ready for an unforgettable Spring Break in Niagara Falls.

The 3-acre Fallsview Indoor Waterpark is a great destination for Family Day in Niagara Falls.

Family Day in Niagara Falls is an unforgettable experience as the city offers a number of unique and exciting attractions, and one-of-a-kind events that people of all ages will love. If you find yourself in Niagara Falls this Family Day weekend, make sure to check out these amazing spots for family fun like you’ve never experienced before.

Fallsview Indoor Waterpark

The 3-acre Fallsview Indoor Waterpark offers a full day of family fun with 16 thrilling waterslides, a 1,000-gallon tipping bucket, full size wave pool, year-round outdoor activity pool and sundeck, adult-only Jacuzzis, and more. And by booking an exclusive hotel and waterpark package you can get amazing deals on accommodations, waterpark passes, and Falls Avenue Resort dining and attractions.

Family Day at the Museum

The Niagara Falls History Museum on Lundy’s Lane is hosting a Family Day at the Museum event on February 19^th where you can learn all about biodiversity and habitat conservation through a number of fun shows and activities. Earth Rangers shows will be happening at 11am, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm and other amazing packages will be happening throughout the day like scavenger hunts, crafts, and free family portraits.

Family dining at the Rainforest Cafe in Niagara Falls.

Hershey’s Chocolate World Niagara Falls

Located on the 20-acre Falls Avenue Resort, the Hershey’s Chocolate World Niagara Falls store is the sweetest spot in the city.  Visit the store to shop for unique merchandise and treats from classic Hershey’s brands like Reese’s, Kisses, Twizzlers, and Jolly Ranchers, and indulge in delectable treats like brownies, fudge, chocolate dipped strawberries, milkshakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more.

Rainforest Café

Situated on Clifton Hill in the heart of the city’s tourist district, Rainforest Café is an adventure in casual dining. Offering a menu of family favourites like hamburgers, salads, sandwiches, and desserts, and a fantastic rainforest atmosphere complete with animatronic animals, a shark tank, and an indoor thunderstorm every 30 minutes, it’s a Niagara Falls dining destination that people of all ages will love.