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Kid-Friendly Halloween Events in Niagara

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Halloween is just around the corner, and the best way to spend this spooky season is with your kids right here in Niagara Falls. All month long, Niagara Falls is full of events that the whole family can enjoy. Keep reading for our top Halloween inspired events!


Heartland Forest Annual Pumpkinfest

Date/Time
Saturday October 22nd 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm

Address: Heartland Forest Nature Experience, 8215 Heartland Forest Rd (formerly Kalar Rd)

Fall has arrived and it’s time for our 15th Annual Pumpkinfest. This will be a “Spooktacular” Outdoor Halloween Celebration that includes a family friendly haunted treehouse, Tootsie Express train ride, pumpkin rolling contest, crafts, scavenger hunt and our signature Trail of Treats!

You can register for the morning or the afternoon time slot.

Registration Required – Limited capacity. No Walk-Ins Day of Event! Rain or shine!
$10/child


Ghost Tours of Fort George

Halloween Tour dates for 2022:
October 7, 8, 9
October 21, 22, 23
October 28, 29, 30, 31

Halloween Tours start at:
8:00, 8:30 & 9:00 pm
All tickets: $30.00.

Tickets must be purchased in advance. Visit the Online Gift Shop to order.

Address: Fort George, 51 Queen’s Parade, Niagara-on-the-Lake

The Niagara Region’s longest-running ghost tour is Fort George Ghost Tours. Candlelight ghost tours of Fort George are available throughout the Spring and Summer (May to September), but there are special Halloween ghost tours available throughout October that highlight the scariest parts of Niagara-on-the-haunted Lake’s Fort George. This is a 2-hour walking tour that includes stories that are too terrifying to tell on the Summer tours and opens a building (the Officers’ Quarters) that is normally off-limits during the regular ghost tours.


All Hallow’s Eve Tour

Date/Time
October 20th, 21st, 22nd, 27th, 28th, and 29th at 7:30 pm or 7:45 pm.

Address: Old Fort Erie, 350 Lakeshore Rd., Fort Erie, ON.

An evening of spooky tales at the spot of Canada’s bloodiest battlefield. It’s the prime setting for hair-raising stories that took place here many years ago…you may even see a ghost or two as they have been known to frequent the premises….

Admission to All Hallows’ Eve at Old Fort Erie includes entry to the fort, guided tour, and concludes with the burning of a Guy Fawkes effigy. Adult admission is $13.50, children (6-12) $8.41.


Haunt Manor

Date/Time
Fridays to Sundays, October 14th to October 30th 2022 | 07:00 PM – 11:00 PM/10:00 PM (Sun).

Address: 9387 Lundy’s Lane (Hwy 20) Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. L2H 1L4

For the ultimate Halloween experience, Haunt Manor Hayrides and Haunted House is the place to be! There are 8 incredible haunted houses and a theatrical hayride. This activity is recommended for kids 13+. 


Pumpkinville at Happy Rolph’s Animal Farm

Date/Time
Saturday, 15 October 2022, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT

Address: Happy Rolph’s Animal Farm 650 Read Rd., St. Catharines

Pumpkinville will return to Happy Rolph’s Animal Farm, where families can enjoy the traditional fall celebration once more.

The free family-friendly event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Happy Rolph’s, 650 Read Rd. This year’s Pumpkinville will include activities for all ages, such as crafts, face painting, and a themed Betty Loo Photo Booth, among other things.

Attendees can sign up to receive one of 500 free pumpkins, courtesy of Meridian Credit Union. Attendees are encouraged to pre-register for a pumpkin at stcatharines.ca/Pumpkinville. Registrants are required to choose a time slot for pickup on the day of the event.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet the Niagara Ice Dogs’ mascot, Bones, and enter to win game tickets. St. Catharines Fire Services will also be present to talk with families about fire safety and prevention.


Annual Kids Halloween Party

Date/Time:
Sunday, October 30th, 2022, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Address: The Painted Turtle Pottery Studio, 4444 Queen St, Niagara Falls

This year you will be playing games, having a pizza lunch as well as snacks and drinks. Paint your very own Trick or Treat Bags!

Only $30/participant (all supplies, snacks and taxes included)
ONLY 20 SEATS!!

A $10 deposit will hold your child’s spot, the balance is due on event day. Register online.


Drummond Hill Cemetary Tours

Date/Time:
OCTOBER 15, 16, 22, 23 @ 2, 3, 4PM

Address: 6110 LUNDY’S LANE, NIAGARA FALLS, ON

Tickets: $12.00

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour time.
Ages 8 and up are recommended.

Niagara ghost tours of Drummond Hill provide a unique opportunity to learn about Niagara Falls by visiting one of Canada’s most historic cemeteries in the evening. You will come across theatrical performances led by a costumed guide that provide a glimpse into the lives of people from our city’s history.

www.nigarafallsmuseum.ca


Pumpkin Bash at Niagara on the Lake Library

Date/Time
Monday, October 24th from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Address: Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library, 10 Anderson Lane, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0

Party with the pumpkins! Join Miss Addie for a pumpkin craft, story and festive treats! Registration required, Ages 4-6 years old.


Ghost Blasters Dark Ride

Ghostblasters

Date/Time:
Open Year Round with extended hours.

Address: 4848 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6S8

It doesn’t need to be Halloween to travel through “Bleakstone Manor”. You and an opponent compete against each other to see who is the ghost and goblin blasting champion, all while traveling in a car through a spooky haunted hotel! Located inside the Great Canadian Midway on Clifton Hill, you can ride alone (must be 42″ tall), or with a parent if under the height requirement.

Purchase an individual Ghost Blasters ticket for $4.99+HST or buy it as part of the Clifton Hill Fun Pass — be prepared for a spook-tacular good time!

Santa Claus is Coming to Town!

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Santa Claus is returning to visit with your little ones so that they can have their Christmas wish list ready! Bring your children to one of these Niagara locations for a special holiday picture. Safety precautions in place due to COVID protocols.

The Pen Centre (St. Catharines)

November 20th – December 24th, 2021

The Pen Centre Santa Claus visits are touchless. He is unable to hold infants or have kids on his knee. Your child(ren) may sit on their own, or with a family member or friend that will need to hold them in the photo on a bench 2 meters from Santa’s throne. Pictures will be taken at an angle that makes it appear that children are closer to Santa.

Monday to Saturday 10 am to 8 pm

Sunday 10 am to 5 pm

Christmas Eve 10 am to 4:30 pm

Guests may show up in person, or they may reserve a spot online.

Seaway Mall (Welland)

November 20th – December 24th, 2021

The Seaway Mall Santa visits are touchless. He is unable to hold infants or have kids on his knee. Your child(ren) may sit on their own, or with a family member or friend that will need to hold them in the photo on a bench 2 meters from Santa’s throne. Santa Claus is slightly elevated, but it will appear in your photo that they are sitting together.

Tuesday to Friday 11 am – 3 pm and 4 pm – 7 pm

Saturday – Sunday 11 am – 5 pm

Please note photos are closed on Mondays.

Guests may show up in person. Info.

Outlet Collection at Niagara

November 27th – December 23rd, 2021

**Santa Claus is virtual**

This is a 3D projection train car in which when you look through the window, you’ll be immersed in a whole new world. You will enter into a winter wonderland on your way North to Santa’s house! Disembark to discover 3D Santa and all his friends. Before finishing your journey you can choose to capture the memory by taking a photo with your own device. (Approx. 10 minutes)

Monday to Sunday 11 am – 6 pm

Reserve Your Spot

Bass Pro Shops (Niagara-on-the-Lake)

November 13th – December 24th, 2021

Reservations are required. Reserve here.

Top “Canadian” Activities To Do This Winter In Niagara

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#1 Go Tobogganing

There are plenty of areas to fully enjoy a Canadian Winter in Niagara Falls doing this fun, family-friendly activity. Take advantage of the snow at any of these locations:

  1. Stamford Collegiate High School: 5775 Drummond Road, Niagara Falls.
  2. Firemen’s Park: 2275 Dorchester Rd, Niagara Falls.
  3. For smaller kids FH Leslie Park: 5250 Valley Way, Niagara Falls.

A couple of places located just outside this city:

  1. Burgoyne Woods Park: 30 Edgedale Road, St. Catharines.
  2. Chippawa Park: 128 Fitch St., Welland.
  3. HH Knoll Lakeview Park: located at Sugar Loaf Street and Elm Street, Port Colborne.
  4. Jaycee Park: 543 Ontario St., St. Catharines.
  5. Sugar Bowl Park:  100 Gilmore Road, Fort Erie.

#2 Sip Some Icewine

It’s Canada’s most cherished Winter delight — Icewine! And here in Niagara Falls, we have plenty of it. Niagara-on-the-Lake has world famous icewine. Sweet and decedant, our Niagara wineries offer a variety to try out and take home. Grapes are naturally frozen on the vine and picked when the thermometer dips to -8° C or lower. They are then handpicked and pressed immediately to gently release thick, rich, yellow-gold liquid, highly concentrated in natural sugars and acidity.

Niagara’s Icewine Festival begins January 14th to 30th. Don’t miss it!


#3 Go Outdoor Skating at a Park in Niagara Falls

Skating at the outdoor rinks are free, and children should always be supervised by an adult. Rink status will be identified by GREEN (Open) and RED (Closed) signs. Helmets and protective safety gear are strongly recommended. Food, drinks, glass objects, and pets are not allowed on the ice.

Rinks are open daily from dawn to dusk.

  • John N Allen Park 6980 Kalar Rd
  • Keigan Park 8030 Beaverton Blvd
  • Maple Park 5100 Maple St
  • Mt Carmel Park 7806 Mt Carmel Blvd
  • Preakness Park 7857 Preakness St

#4 Grab a Timmies coffee after riding Canada’s Largest Observation Wheel

Only on Clifton Hill in Niagara Falls, can you find two Canadian icons side-by-side; Tim Hortons and the Niagara SkyWheel. First, soar 175 feet high at the peak of Clifton Hill in Canada’s largest observation wheel. You’ll stay warm in one of our climate-controlled gondolas and you’ll get some incredible pictures on the Niagara Falls (during the Winter Festival of Lights too!). Afterwards, walk next door and take a break at Tim Hortons — for Canada’s favourite cup of coffee and a snack.


#5 Spend New Year’s Eve Watching Live Music!

Niagara Falls Music Live is a wonderful time to visit the Niagara Falls! This exciting event runs from December 27, 2021 to January 1, 2022 and features 6 Nights at 20 Venues with over 75 Live Music Performances.

The best part? It features an all-Canadian line-up of artists ranging from jazz to rock.

Don’t miss New Year’s Eve at the Scotiabank Convention Centre, featuring Serena Ryder & Crown Lands with headliner Blue Rodeo!


#6 Check out the Frozen Waterfalls!

Once weeks of temperatures fall well below the freezing mark, it will leave the Niagara Falls and its surroundings a beautiful icicle-ridden Winter Wonderland. While the Falls itself won’t completely freeze, it’s surroundings have. It has left the Falls looking like something out of the pages of a fantasy novel. Here are a few stunning shots.

Vaccine Passport Information for Clifton Hill Niagara Falls

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KELSEYS Original Roadhouse Clifton Hill

As of Sept. 22nd, 2021, the Province of Ontario announced that proof of full Covid-19 vaccination (2 Doses) is required in select settings, including indoor dining; but excluding outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery. Ontarians need to be fully vaccinated (two doses plus 14 days) and provide proof of vaccination, along with photo ID to access certain settings.

On Clifton Hill, we are doing our part to implement these requirements. We ask for your vaccine passport at our restaurants while dining indoors.

VACCINE PASSPORTS REQUIRED AT OUR INDOOR DINING VENUES

The following venues require a vaccine passport for indoor dining:
Please note: This excludes takeout and patio dining (when weather permits)


VACCINE PASSPORTS NOT REQUIRED AT ANY OF OUR ATTRACTIONS, RETAIL STORES, or CONCESSIONS

Attractions on Clifton Hill:
These attractions include the Great Canadian Midway, the Niagara Speedway, the Niagara SkyWheel, Wizards Golf or Dinosaur Adventure Golf, Zombie Attack, Movieland Wax Museum, Ghost Blasters Dark Ride, and the Wild West Coaster. The Strike Rock N’ Bowl and Games is also not asking for the vaccine passport as it is now a separate entrance from Boston Pizza. Masks must be worn at all times while bowling and playing games as food and drink is currently not available while in there.

Retail Stores on Clifton Hill:
Canada Trading Company and Fudge Factory

Concessions on Clifton Hill:
Sweets & Treats (CrunchiCreme), Funnels Cakes and the Candy/Popcorn Kiosk

For current information on our COVID-19 safety measures, please access it HERE.

How to Download the New Enhanced COVID-19 Passport QR Code

Everyone can now access the new enhanced COVID-19 QR Code. You will need to enter your Health Card information, date of birth and postal code on the Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccination record site. On the following page, select ‘proof of vaccination’. Then, select ‘Download your enhanced vaccine certificate’. Another screen will then pop-up that will display the QR code. The code will be labelled with your full name, date of birth and the dates of your vaccinations, plus the types of vaccines you received.

People can save the electronic version of their vaccine certificate with a QR code to their phone or print a paper copy.

For the most Frequently Asked Questions Regarding the Enhanced Vaccination Certificate visit HERE.

Customers can monitor our website, social media channels or email info@cliftonhill.com for questions they may have regarding the Clifton Hill attractions, dining, and retail facilities.

Fleurs de Villes Arriving in Niagara Falls

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September 24 – October 3, 2021

The Fleurs de Villes event means “Flowers of the Cities”. It runs from September 24th – October 3rd, 2021, and this event showcases local artists to create remarkable works of art using their vision and floral arrangements. It also brings together local businesses to beautiful Niagara Falls.

This is a safe, socially spaced, and self-explored celebration of Niagara’s top floral talent. This event will be freely open to the public and feature more than 25 fresh floral installations, including interactive displays and Fleurs de Villes’ famous floral mannequins. Grab your camera and get snapping!


Fleurs de Villes Installation Locations

Installations are on display for viewing September 24 to October 3 from 10:00 am – 9:00 pm (ending at 6:00 pm on October 3rd).


Marilyn Monroe Mannequin, Rambler’s Rest, 5920 Niagara Pkwy

Created by The Florium


Floral Railings, Niagara Parks Police Station, 6075 Niagara Pkwy

Created by Feeder Flower Farm


Queen Victoria Park, Enjoy the park plantings and flowers

Queen Victoria Mannequin, Queen Victoria Place Restaurant, 6345 Niagara Pkwy

Created by The Village Flower


Bell Media Phone Booth, Queen Victoria Place Restaurant, 6345 Niagara Pkwy

Created by The Village Flower


Orange Floral Hoop in Remembrance of the Residential School Children, Illumination Tower, 6345 Niagara Pkwy

Created by Petals Floral Design & Staging


Floral ‘Mini-Maison’ Doorway, South of Illumination Tower, 6345 Niagara Pkwy

Created by Beaux Florals


Floral Frame of the Falls, Lookout across street from Queen Victoria Place

Created by Roses + Twine Floral Studio


Maiden of the Mist Mannequin, Table Rock Centre, 6650 Niagara Pkwy

Created by Petrullo Floral Design Studio


Ketel One Botanical Floral Rainbow at the Falls, Table Rock Centre, 6650 Niagara Pkwy

Created by Lena’s Floral Designs


Floral Pathway to the Power Station, Niagara Parks Power Station, 7005 Niagara Pkwy

Created by Fleurs de Villes Fleuristes de Maison



Three Sisters Indigenous Mannequin, Niagara Parks Power Station, 7005 Niagara Pkwy

Created by Fleurs de Villes Fleuristes de Maison


The Floral Showhouse | 7145 Niagara Pkwy

Beautiful florals and pop-up programming and demonstrations (see special events)


Fresh Floral Mailbox, Starbucks Patio, Murray St in front of Skylon Tower

Created by Miechelle Maclachlan


Floral Skylon Tower, Skylon Tower, 5200 Robinson St

Created by Miechelle Maclachlan


Floral Butterfly, Promenade from Murray St to Robinson St

Created by VonMar Floral Boutique 


Floral Wreath, Promenade from Murray St to Robinson St

Created by The Florium


Floral Forest Trail, Promenade from Murray St to Robinson St

Created by Fleurs de Villes Fleuristes de Maison


Swinging Mannequin, Promenade from Murray St to Robinson St

Created by VonMar Floral Boutique 


The Flour Mill Restaurant Floral Patio Benches, The Old Stone Inn, 6080 Fallsview Blvd

Created by The Watering Can


The Old Stone Inn Floral Fountain, The Old Stone Inn, 6080 Fallsview Blvd

Created by The Watering Can


Red Ganache Floral Cake, Red Ganache Bakery, 5592 Robinson St

Created by Roses + Twine Floral Studio


Holiday Inn Floral Swing, Holiday Inn, 5339 Murray St

Created by Juniper Floral Studio


Floral Heart, Fallsview Casino Resort, 380 Fallsview Blvd

Created by Beaux Florals


Floral Maple Leaf, Corso, 6361 Fallsview Blvd

Created by Bella’s & Blooms


Hilton Rainbow Mannequin, Hilton Hotel (inside), 6361 Fallsview Blvd

Created by Crescent Garden Floral Ltd.


Niagara Floral Market Stall, Parking lot at the corner of Fallview Blvd and Main St 

Created by Fleurs de Villes Fleuristes de Maison


Vinny’s Floral Bike, My Cousin Vinny’s, 6541 Main St

Created by The Green House Floral Bar


Zappi’s Floral Tomato Truck, Zappi’s Pizza & Pasta, 6663 Stanley Ave

Created by Fleurs de Villes Fleuristes de Maison


Floral Bench & Basket, Comfort Inn, 6645 Fallsview Blvd

Created by Fleurs de Villes Fleuristes de Maison


Fallsview Mannequin #1, Oakes Hotel, 6546 Fallsview Blvd

Created by Urban Jungle


Fallsview Mannequin #2, Embassy Suites, 6688 Fallsview Blvd

Created by Urban Jungle


Marriott Fallsview Bride Mannequin, Marriott Fallsview (inside), 6740 Fallsview Blvd

Created by Sunstrum’s Florist


Radisson Floral Bear, Radisson Hotel & Suites (inside), 6733 Fallsview Blvd

Created by Yearn to Urn


Fresh Floral Bench, Marriott on the Falls, 6755 Fallsview Blvd

Created by Bloom & Co.


Marriott on the Falls Floral Staircase, Marriott on the Falls, 6755 Fallsview Blvd

Created by Bloom & Co. 


Fleurs de Villes is managed by a talented team of women and is a Canadian-owned international luxury experiential brand.

It has created over 37 floral shows in the past 5 years, in 17 cities in 3 countries.

For more information, please visit www.fleursdevilles.com

New Fallsview Casino Entertainment Centre Boasts An Exciting New Line-up

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The Anticipation is Building!

Operated by the Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort and Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, the amazing new state-of-the-art Fallsview Casino Entertainment Centre will be opening its doors in April!

Construction of this long awaited 5,000 seat, new Niagara Falls Entertainment Centre began in the Fall of 2017, and will kick-off with critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, guitarist and entertainer, Brad Paisley, hitting the stage on April 2nd. Following Brad Paisley comes a long line of incredible entertainers, such as Jason Derulo, ZZ Top with Special Guest Cheap Trick, Kesha, and REO Speedwagon for starters! The full upcoming performance schedule for the Niagara Falls Entertainment Centre has been announced by the Fallsview Casino Resort with a fantastic array of singers, songwriters, and incredible entertainers that the whole family can enjoy. That’s right, the Entertainment Centre is an all ages venue. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Brad Paisley World Tour 2020 kick-starts the entertainment on April 2nd, 2020!

The new theatre will offer more than 300 shows per year in conjunction with the Fallsview Casino’s Avalon Theatre. The rise in entertainment listings will mean a big boost to Niagara Falls’ tourism, and the anticipation of on exciting 2020 season to nearby dining establishments and Clifton Hill attractions. The goal of the Fallsview Casino Entertainment Centre is to make Niagara Falls the entertainment destination of choice. The location of the venue couldn’t be more perfect, with it situated in the heart of the Fallsview District, directly across from the Fallsview Casino (accessible by an indoor walkway). People will be just steps away, with added parking in the Clifton Hill Parking Lot.

“This will be a world-class facility that performers will want to perform at and audiences will want to experience”, says Jim Diodati, Mayor, City of Niagara Falls. “With superior sound, sightlines and designs to make the experience memorable, we anticipate more than 1 million additional visitors to our city to see acts and performances here. This means more good jobs are coming to our community, and that restaurants and attractions will be busier as well. To say we are excited would be an understatement!”

Tickets to these new shows will be available on Friday, February 21st starting at noon at the Fallsview Casino Box Office and online at Ticketmaster.

Chinese New Year events to check out in Niagara

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Lion Dance at the Fallsview Casino

Monday, January 27th, 2020 at 2:00 pm

Fallsview Casino will kick off the New Year of the Rat on Monday, January 27th with a traditional Lion Dance performance in the main entrance lobby. Free for guests to watch.

The President of Niagara Casinos, Richard Taylor, will bring the lion to life with a traditional “eye-dotting” ceremony before the dance begins.

In addition, Fallsview Casino will recognize the holiday with property-wide decorations and Chinese New Year dishes served in the Golden Lotus from January 24th through to February 8th, as well as a special Year of the Rat promotion running from January 13th to February 5th.

Main Entrance Lobby – Hydro Teslatron, Fallsview Casino Resort, 6380 Fallsview Blvd., Niagara Falls, ON.

Visit www.fallsviewcasinoresort.com for upcoming details

Lion Dance Parade at the Seneca Casino

Saturday, February 1st, 2020 at 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm

Join the Seneca Casino for their annual Lion Dance Parade and Red Envelope Distribution starting in the hotel lobby at both 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm, and continues onto the gaming floor. Free for the public.

Visit www.senecaniagaracasino.com for upcoming details

Chinese New Year Celebration at 10,000 Buddhas Sarira Stupa

Friday, January 24th, 2020 at 10:00 pm – 1:00 am

10,000 Buddhas Sarira Stupa is celebrating this annual festivity on the evening of Friday, January 24th to ring in the Year of the Rat. Everyone is welcome, and it’s a free event.

Address: 4303 River Road, Niagara Falls ON.

2020 Chinese New Year Gala

Sunday, February 2nd, 2020 at 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm

The Chinese Cultural Association of Regional Niagara, in collaboration with the Confucius Institute at Brock University, will be hosting this Chinese New Year celebration.

On Sunday, February 2nd between 5:00 pm and 8:30 pm, the Merriton Community Centre will feature food from Ma Chinese Cuisine, dance performances and singing.

Tickets can be purchased from the TianTian Service Center in St. Catharines, located on 15 Lloyd St., or at Niagara Falls Victoria Auto, on 4807 Victoria Ave.

Cost: $20 for adults, $10 for children (5-10) and FREE for children under 5 years old.

Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, USA

Sunday, January 26th, 2020 at 1:00 pm

The Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls will have traditional cultural performances by Gold Summit Martial Arts Institute. Performances will take place near Polo Ralph Lauren and will include a Dragon Dance, Lion Dancing and Marital Arts demonstrations.

There will be a cultural cooking demo by Le Creuset and a tea sampling by David’s Tea.

Sunday, February 2nd, 2020 at 1:00 pm

This will be the Lunar New Year closing celebration. University of Buffalo students and the Confucius Institute will celebrate with cultural musical performances, interactive crafts, family games and calligraphy art.

Location: 1900 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY

Visit www.fashionoutletsniagara.com for details

Mandarin’s Dumpling Festival

Monday, January 13th – Sunday, February 23rd, 2020

Ring in the Chinese New Year with a feast of traditional favourites as part of the Dumpling Festival, including Har Gow, Siu Mai, Xiao Long Bao and more.

Locations in Niagara: 7555 Montrose Road, Niagara Falls & 366 Bunting Road, St.Catharines

Visit www.mandarinrestaurant.com for details

Clifton Hill Fun Pass

Celebrate the Chinese New Year by visiting Clifton Hill for more dazzling entertainment and family fun! Our attractions will be an extension of the fun you will have and a great way to conclude the day.

Maid of the Mist is to go Electric in 2020

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Nearly 175 years after the first steamboat was launched into the water, the Maid of the Mist is to go electric in 2020.

May 27th, 1846 was when the very first Maid of the Mist vessel was introduced, and the boats have ferried millions of people from the Lower Niagara River to the base of the Falls and back since then. It is North America’s oldest tourist attraction, and by mid-September 2020, the first two all-electric, zero-emission passenger vessels will be launched into the water. Since 1955 when the Maid of the Mist I was introduced, the vessels were made of steel and powered by diesel engines.

Footage from a successful test run on Monday, December 16th, 2019:

While the Hornblower Niagara Cruises will continue to operate on the Canadian side, these new vessels designed by Propulsion Data Services and under construction by Burger Boat Company based out of Manitowoc, Wisc. will certainly bring Western New York State new tourists, as well as continuing to draw in locals.

Riders will welcome the smooth and silent ride in order to better appreciate the sound of the roaring Niagara Falls. The passenger vessels will be powered by high-capacity battery packs with an onshore charging system. The zero-emission boats will complement efforts to build a more environmentally friendly tourist destination to the Falls.

The Maid of the Mist VI and Maid of the Mist VII will be removed for service completely after the new vessels begin operating.

For more information on the new vessels as well as on the history over the years of the Maid of the Mist, read it here.


Dollar Day on Clifton Hill!

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On Sunday, January 12th, 2020 Dollar Day returns to Clifton Hill.

Niagara residents are encouraged to take part is this yearly event with select Clifton Hill attractions charging just $1 admission;  proceeds of the “Dollar Day” event goes towards Cystic Fibrosis research.

The event is open to local people only. Proof of residence is required, and kids under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult

About Cystic Fibrosis

Dollar Day on Clifton Hill has raised thousands of dollars each year for Cystic Fibrosis and we are hoping to raise even more this year. Cystic Fibrosis Canada describes Cystic Fibrosis (CF) as “the most common fatal genetic disease affecting Canadian children and young adults with no known cure. CF primarily affects the lungs and digestive system. In the lungs, where the effects of the disease are most devastating, a build-up of thick mucus causes increasingly severe respiratory problems. This mucus and protein also build up in the digestive tract making it difficult to digest and absorb nutrients from food. Large quantities of digestive enzymes must be consumed with every meal and snack.”

Nancy Clayton, vice-president of the Niagara chapter for Cystic Fibrosis Canada has organized the Museum Day event since its inception in 1989, over 30 years ago. She came up with the idea of “Dollar Day” to find a way to raise awareness of a disease that few people know much about, while raising money for the cause. It has been a huge success ever since.

According to the organization, about one in 25 Canadians carries a defective version of the gene responsible for CF.

Dollar Day on Clifton Hill will run from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Niagara residents will be required to carry a form of photo ID to take part in the event that contains their Niagara residential address. A Driver’s license, passport or student card are valid sources of photo ID.  Children under the age of 12 are to be accompanied by an adult at the participating attractions.

Here is a list of the participating attractions:

If you wish to make a separate donation to Cystic Fibrosis please click here for the various way in which you may contribute.

Opening Ceremonies of the Winter Festival of Lights

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The Ontario Power Generation Winter Festival of Lights invites you to join them as they kick-off the 2019-2020 season on Saturday, November 16th, 2019!

The family friendly Opening Ceremonies of the WFOL will take place in  Queen Victoria Park just steps from Niagara Falls’ brink where Murray Street meets the Niagara Parkway just steps from the Falls.

The Opening Ceremonies of the Winter Festival of Lights will officially kick off at 3:00 pm and run until 8:00 pm with fireworks launching at 8:00 pm and 10:00 pm. Come out to enjoy live entertainment, food trucks, interactive displays and special guests over the course of the event. Children’s entertainment will include a performance by magician Greg Frewin, cast members from Oh Canada Eh? and Belle & the Beast by Linus Hand Productions.  The flip-the-switch ceremony is to start at 7:30 pm with greetings from dignitaries and a visit by Santa Claus.

Opening Ceremonies Fireworks:
Saturday, November 16th – WFOL Opening Ceremonies fireworks at approximately 8:00PM & 10:00PM

Full Opening Ceremony Schedule:
3:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Niagara Face Painting, Food Trucks, Tim Horton’s Coffee Truck, Home Depot Kids Workshop, RBC Experience (Photo booth, Kids colouring sheets, Leo the Lion, Plinko game & Canadian Olympians meet & greet), Life-sized games (Chess, X’s & O’s), Impulse illuminated See-Saws, Character Meet & Greets with Peppa the Pig, PJ Masks and appearances by WFOL’s very own Misty Kids!

Opening Ceremonies will feature performances by:

  • Cast members of Oh Canada Eh? at 4:00 PM
  • Niagara Star Singers at 4:45 PM
  • Elsa, Anna & Rapunzel in partnership with Linus Hand Productions at 5:00 PM
  • Spiderman, Captain America, Captain Marvel photos and Meet & Greet 5:00 – 7:00PM
  • International Grand Champion of Magic Greg Frewin at 6:00 PM
  • The Niagara Ballet at 7:00 PM

Flip-the-Switch Ceremony – 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM
8:00 PM – Grand finale firework show synchronized to music

WFOL Opening Ceremony FAQ’s

There is plenty of parking just off of Clifton Hill that extends to the Skylon Tower. Easily accessible to all attractions and events, there is even a jolly-cut available to access Queen Victoria Park easily and efficiently, provided you have no mobility issues. For directions to this parking lot, click here: https://www.cliftonhill.com/maps/niagara-falls-parking
No, the Opening Festivities is a free event! There are certain activities (i.e. lantern making) that DO have a small fee associated with them. The Winter Festival of Lights will also be collecting food donations on behalf of Project Share.
Activities will begin at 3:00pm rain or shine
Bring your family and friends, your camera and warm clothing!! Please do not bring outside food or drinks as they are not allowed on-site.
Yes, there are two options for washroom facilities — those located on-site and those located at Tim Horton’s (located on the south side (across from Murray Street) adjacent to Queen Victoria Park.
Opening Ceremony Grand finale is at 8pm. and later they'll be standard fireworks at 10pm