Celebrate with the Niagara community! Our guide features all the holiday events and activities. For locals and newcomers alike, this guide reveals the holiday gems of Niagara.
Popular Events: Marvel at the breathtaking displays during the Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights, where stunning illuminations bring the landscapes to life. In addition, the Niagara Falls Fireworks light up the sky with vibrant colors, creating a perfect backdrop for a festive evening. And the New Year’s Eve at Niagara Falls is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring live entertainment and grand celebrations. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Niagara
- Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights (Niagara Falls)
- New Year’s Eve at Niagara Falls (Niagara Falls)
- Niagara Falls Fireworks (Niagara Falls)
- Safari Lights (Niagara Falls)
- Niagara Icewine Festival (Niagara Falls)
- Fallsview Casino’s Christmas On Ice (Niagara Falls)
- Niagara Falls Holiday Handmade Market (Niagara Falls)
- Niagara-on-the-Lake Christmas Parade (Niagara-on-the-Lake)
- Annual Poinsettia Show at Floral Showhouse (Niagara Falls)
- Niagara Falls Illumination (Niagara Falls)
See these and even more events listed below!
Niagara Holiday Light Displays
Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights
What to Expect:
Largest free outdoor light festival in Canada with over 3 million lights.
Description:
The Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights is Canada's largest FREE outdoor light festival, featuring over 3 million lights and 75+ spectacular displays across the tourism districts. The event includes the Sparkling Winter Lights Falls Illumination and the Hot Chocolate Trail, offering a variety of chocolatey concoctions at multiple stops.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights
Safari Lights
What to Expect:
Holiday-themed light display in a zoo setting
Description:
Safari Lights is an event at Safari Niagara featuring a spectacular display of lights and attractions, offering a unique and memorable experience for visitors.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Safari Lights
Niagara SkyWheel Winter Lights
What to Expect:
Synchronized light display on a giant Ferris wheel.
Description:
The Niagara SkyWheel Winter Lights feature a spectacular display of colorful lights and illuminated trees, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere along the Niagara Parkway.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Niagara SkyWheel Winter Lights
Niagara Falls Illumination
What to Expect:
Energy-efficient LED lighting with programmable colors.
Description:
Niagara Falls Illumination is a nightly spectacle where the falls are transformed into a multi-colored water and light masterpiece. Special lights are housed in the Illumination Tower and Table Rock Centre, creating a breathtaking view. The illumination schedule varies by season, with lights turning on at dusk and staying on until late at night. Custom colors are used to mark significant dates and support charitable causes.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Niagara Falls Illumination
Niagara Holiday Markets and Shopping
Niagara Falls Holiday Handmade Market
What to Expect:
Unique shopping experience with local artisans and gourmet food options.
Description:
The Niagara Falls Holiday Handmade Market features 200 Canadian makers offering thousands of one-of-a-kind handcrafted gifts, including jewelry, home decor, and more. Enjoy live music, gourmet food trucks, and a wine and coffee bar in a festive atmosphere.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Niagara Falls Holiday Handmade Market
Niagara Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Fallsview Casino’s Christmas On Ice
What to Expect:
World-class ice skating and holiday entertainment.
Description:
Fallsview Casino’s Christmas On Ice is a high-paced spectacle featuring world-class ice skating, dancers, and singers. This event transforms the Avalon Theatre into a winter wonderland filled with holiday cheer, showcasing national championship ice skaters and talented performers.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Fallsview Casino’s Christmas On Ice
Annual Poinsettia Show at Floral Showhouse
What to Expect:
Extensive display of over 35 varieties of poinsettias.
Description:
The Annual Poinsettia Show at the Floral Showhouse features over 1500 poinsettias and 1000 display plants, including cyclamen, caladiums, and orchids. This year's theme of Discovery showcases a vibrant array of red and white poinsettias, complemented by whimsical fresh floral trees. The show transforms the space into a colorful holiday display, highlighting the beauty and diversity of these festive plants.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Annual Poinsettia Show at Floral Showhouse
New Year’s Eve at Niagara Falls
What to Expect:
Breathtaking fireworks displays over iconic waterfalls.
Description:
Celebrate New Year's Eve at Niagara Falls with breathtaking fireworks displays over the American and Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Enjoy live entertainment and a perfect view of the illuminated falls in Queen Victoria Park.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: New Year’s Eve at Niagara Falls
A Christmas Carol at The Shaw Festival
What to Expect:
Family-friendly adaptation with puppetry and pantomime.
Description:
A Christmas Carol at The Shaw Festival is an adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic tale, featuring Ebenezer Scrooge's transformative journey through the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. This family-friendly production brings the holiday spirit to life with puppetry and pantomime, making it a heartwarming reminder of kindness and generosity.
Where: Niagara-on-the-Lake | More Info: A Christmas Carol at The Shaw Festival
Dickensian Feast at Vintage Hotels
What to Expect:
Period-costumed servers and Scrooge performing Christmas carols.
Description:
The Dickensian Feast at Vintage Hotels is a grand holiday dinner featuring festive fare, beautiful holiday décor, and servers dressed in period costumes. Entertainment includes Scrooge performing classic Christmas carols on the piano.
Where: Niagara-on-the-Lake | More Info: Dickensian Feast at Vintage Hotels
Niagara Other Holiday Activities
Niagara Falls Fireworks
What to Expect:
Spectacular fireworks against iconic waterfalls.
Description:
Witness nightly fireworks displays at Niagara Falls, set against the backdrop of the American and Canadian Horseshoe Falls, with the best views from Queen Victoria Park.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Niagara Falls Fireworks
Niagara Icewine Festival
What to Expect:
Immersive wine and culinary experiences showcasing Niagara's finest Icewines.
Description:
The Niagara Icewine Festival is a celebration of Ontario's renowned Icewine production, featuring tastings of fine Niagara wines, live entertainment, and culinary pairings at over 30 participating wineries.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Niagara Icewine Festival
Niagara-on-the-Lake Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Traditional holiday parade with beautifully constructed floats and Santa Claus.
Description:
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Christmas Parade features a festive procession of floats and Santa Claus, starting at King and Centre Streets and traveling through Old Town.
Where: Niagara-on-the-Lake | More Info: Niagara-on-the-Lake Christmas Parade
Rotary Holiday House Tour
What to Expect:
Self-guided tour of six gorgeously decorated homes.
Description:
The Rotary Holiday House Tour in Niagara-on-the-Lake features six beautifully decorated homes, showcasing historic and contemporary designs, along with complimentary tastings and specially priced luncheons. The event supports local and international charitable projects.
Where: Niagara-on-the-Lake | More Info: Rotary Holiday House Tour
Winery Tours and Tastings
What to Expect:
Intimate winery tours and sparkling wine tastings.
Description:
Explore Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate for premium wine tastings and tours, featuring award-winning VQA wines and unique sparkling experiences.
Where: Niagara-on-the-Lake | More Info: Winery Tours and Tastings
Outdoor Ice Skating in Niagara-on-the-Lake
What to Expect:
Free ice skating for hotel guests and the community.
Description:
Outdoor ice skating in Niagara-on-the-Lake offers a serene and family-friendly experience on a 120 x 60 ice rink, surrounded by beautiful grounds and accessible to both hotel guests and the general public.
Where: Niagara-on-the-Lake | More Info: Outdoor Ice Skating in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Bay Street Corridor (1 miles)
- Waterfront Communities-The Island (2 miles)
- South Parkdale (2 miles)
- Church-Yonge Corridor (2 miles)
- Annex (2 miles)
- Moss Park (2 miles)
- Dovercourt-Wallace Emerson-Junction (2 miles)
- Rosedale-Moore Park (3 miles)
- High Park-Swansea (3 miles)
- Oakwood Village (3 miles)
- High Park North (3 miles)
- South Riverdale (4 miles)
- Mount Pleasant West (4 miles)
- Toronto (4 miles)
- Stonegate-Queensway (5 miles)
- Rockcliffe-Smythe (5 miles)
- Thorncliffe Park (5 miles)
- Englemount-Lawrence (5 miles)
- Mimico (6 miles)
- The Beaches (6 miles)
- East End-Danforth (6 miles)
- Bedford Park-Nortown (6 miles)
- Flemingdon Park (6 miles)
- Islington-City Centre West (7 miles)
- Banbury-Don Mills (7 miles)
- Downsview-Roding-CFB (7 miles)
- Willowridge-Martingrove-Richview (8 miles)
- Clairlea-Birchmount (8 miles)
- Birchcliffe-Cliffside (8 miles)
- Kingsview Village-The Westway (8 miles)
- Etobicoke (8 miles)
- Willowdale (8 miles)
- Parkwoods-Donalda (9 miles)
- Willowdale East (9 miles)
- Glenfield-Jane Heights (9 miles)
- Wexford/Maryvale (9 miles)
- Bayview Village (9 miles)
- York University Heights (9 miles)
- Westminster-Branson (10 miles)
- Dorset Park (10 miles)
- Newtonbrook West (10 miles)
- Don Valley Village (10 miles)
- Black Creek (10 miles)
- Eglinton East (10 miles)
- West Humber-Clairville (11 miles)
- Tam O'Shanter-Sullivan (11 miles)
- Bendale (11 miles)
- L'Amoreaux (11 miles)
- Mount Olive-Silverstone-Jamestown (11 miles)
- Steeles (12 miles)
- Agincourt South-Malvern West (12 miles)
- Woburn (12 miles)
- Agincourt North (13 miles)
- Mississauga (13 miles)
- Milliken (14 miles)
- Vaughan (14 miles)
- West Hill (14 miles)
- Malvern (15 miles)
- Richmond Hill (16 miles)
- Rouge (16 miles)
- Markham (17 miles)
- Brampton (18 miles)
- Oakville (19 miles)
- Pickering (22 miles)
- Ajax (23 miles)
- Stouffville (24 miles)
- Aurora (25 miles)
- Milton (25 miles)
- Burlington (28 miles)
- Newmarket (28 miles)
- East Gwillimbury (32 miles)
- Grimsby (32 miles)
- Oshawa (33 miles)
- Caledon (33 miles)
- St. Catharines (34 miles)
- Uxbridge (35 miles)
- Hamilton (35 miles)
- Orangeville (39 miles)
- Niagara Falls (41 miles)
- Ancaster (41 miles)
- Niagara Falls (42 miles)
- Keswick (42 miles)
- Guelph (43 miles)