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FREE Things To Do In Niagara Falls In September

August 30, 2017 clynn Leave a comment

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Not everything in Niagara Falls has to cost you money. Here is this month’s list of some free things to do in Niagara Falls in September 2017.

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Fireworks in Queen Victoria Park

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It ain’t over ’till it’s over! The free Niagara Falls fireworks shows continue into early September at 10:00 pm. Friday, September 1st, Sunday, September 3rd, and the final showing of the Summer season in on Labour Day Monday, September 4th, 2017.
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Niagara Wine Festival at Montebello Park

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When: Friday, September 15th – Sunday, September 17th & Friday, September 22nd – Sunday, September 24th, 2017
Montebello Park (64 Ontario St.) in Downtown St.Catharines is home to the Niagara Wine Festival.
Wristbands will be in effect for those wishing to drink (wine, food, and vendor fees apply), however families are welcome as there will be a stroller and wagon entrance through the Lake St. entrance. Apart from the obvious celebration of Niagara’s finest wines, there will be plenty of free live entertainment with a list of concerts.
Also, on Saturday, September 23rd, enjoy the colours and the pageantry of one of North America’s foremost street parades! Featuring an outstanding procession of marching bands, drum corps, community groups, majorettes, floats and amazing performances.

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“Niagara Night of Art”

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When: Thursday, September 21st, 2017 from 6-10 pm
The Niagara Falls History Museum is celebrating local musicians and artists with this free, family-friendly event that will include art installations, art exhibitions, live music, and hands-on interactive crafts and activities for all ages. Food from onsite vendors will be available for purchase so be sure to come hungry.
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Niagara Falls International Food Festival and Night Market

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When: September 2nd (2:00 pm – Midnight) & 3rd (2:00 pm – 10:00 pm) at the L8 Niagara Fairgrounds (13030 Lundy’s Lane)
The 1st Annual Niagara Falls Night Market and International Food Festival will feature a huge selection of food and art vendors, fashion shows, live music, buskers, a kidz zone and so much more!
There will be free shuttles throughout the day at various locations in Niagara Falls (every 20 minutes), including from Clifton Hill and the Canada One Factory Outlet.

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Carmel Fine Art & Music Festival

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When: Saturday, September 16th, 2017 (9am to 6pm) and Sunday, September 17th, 2017 (9am to 4pm)
The 5th Annual Carmel Fine Art & Music Festival is held at Firemen’s Park, 2275 Dorchester Road in Niagara Falls. While it is not free for adults ($5), it is free for children under 12 years old. This is an indoor and outdoor exhibition that features various local artists and musicians. They will be performing, as well as selling their art pieces throughout the weekend.
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Gus Macker Tournament Niagara Falls

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When: September 23rd & September 24th, 2017 on Queen Street, Downtown Niagara Falls
The Gus Macker Tournament is the world’s largest 3-on-3 basketball tournament will be making its first ever trip to Niagara Falls. The tournament is expected to host over 200 teams with more than 5,000 spectators in attendance over the course of the three days. The tournament will begin on Friday, September 22nd with early bird registration, and officially tip off the following day, Saturday, September 23rd with Opening Ceremonies at 8:00 a.m.; first round following immediately after. This is free for spectators to come and support and watch the players. There will be plenty of vendors on hand selling products for purchase.
All proceeds for this event will be donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities Toronto & Queen Street Niagara Falls very own Heart Niagara.
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KELSEYS Clifton Hill Daily Free Live Entertainment

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When: Daily from 12pm – 4:30pm & 8pm – 12:30 am
KELSEYS Original Roadhouse (located at the top of Clifton Hill), has live entertainment daily as you dine, free of charge to enjoy. There is never an entrance fee. Performers happen out on one of Niagara’s most popular patios!
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Canadian Forces Snowbirds in Niagara on the Lake

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When: Wednesday, September 20th taking off from the Niagara District Airport, 468 Niagara Stone Road at approximately 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the Snowbirds perform amazing aerobatics in the sky as part of Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation.
**For $5/person, you may get a prime viewing experience by heading to the Niagara District Airport. First come/first served basis, free parking at airport, weather permitting.
There are also VIP tickets options available. Click here for details.

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Quiz: Which Clifton Hill Attraction Are You?

July 24, 2017 clynn Leave a comment

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Take our quiz to find out which one of our Clifton Hill attractions suits your personality…let’s go!

1

How would friend’s describe your personality?

How would friend’s describe your personality?
Choose an answer
Funny
Laid-Back
A jerk
Kind until the hunger pains set in

2

Your favourite past time?

Your favourite past time?
Choose an answer
Playing Sports/Working Out
Road tripping
Eating
Sleeping

3

Choose a food.

Choose a food.
Choose an answer
You name it, you’ll eat it
Pizza
Steak
Sushi
4

You see someone sitting alone at a park looking lonely. What do you do?

Choose an answer
Sit beside him or her and start a conversation.
Absolutely nothing.
Invite him or her over and crack a beer.
Only approach him/her if they have food.
5

You trip up the stairs. How do you recover?

You trip up the stairs. How do you recover?
Choose an answer
Eat a burger to make you feel better.
Trip the next person so you’re not so embarrassed.
Brush yourself off and carry on.
Start breakdancing as if you meant to fall.

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CONTEST: Win A Family 4-Pack To See “Despicable Me 3” In Theatres, Plus Swag Bag!

June 27, 2017 clynn 15 Comments

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Win A Family 4-Pack To See “Despicable Me 3” In Theatres, Plus Swag Bag!

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The Minions are back!!

On June 30th, the Minions will be returning to theatres in “Despicable Me 3”, and we want to give away FOUR (4) family 4-packs to see the movie, plus you will be rewarded with a swag bag full of Despicable Me 3 goodies!

The mischievous Minions hope that Gru will return to a life of crime after the new boss of the Anti-Villain League fires him. Instead, Gru decides to remain retired and travel to Freedonia to meet his long-lost twin brother for the first time. The reunited siblings soon find themselves in an uneasy alliance to take down the elusive Balthazar Bratt, a former 1980s child star who seeks revenge against the world.

CONTEST:

Go to our Clifton Hill – Niagara Falls Fun Facebook Page, and “like” our Page, and “Share” this post. Tell us why you think you deserve to win in the comment section below and “Tag” a friend that may want to enter as well.

FOUR (4) people that do this will be chosen to win a Family 4-Pack to see the movie in theatres, complete with a mystery swag bag! Contest starts Tuesday, June 27th, 2017 and will close at 11:59 pm on Thursday, June 29th. Winners will be announced on Friday, June 30th, 2017!

*Tickets are valid for use Monday to Thursday only, beginning on July 4th, 2017 for the duration of the movie in theatres (Holidays excluded).

Good luck!

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Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Zombies?

June 14, 2017 clynn Leave a comment

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Take this quiz to find out how much you know about zombies. This should prep you and give you a better chance at surviving through our new Zombie Attack 6D ride opening on June 16th, 2017.

1

What is the best way to kill a zombie?

Choose an answer
Shoot through the heart
Blow to the head
Light the zombie on fire

2

Does a zombie know that I’m a living creature just by looking at me?

Choose an answer
No. It can tell you aren’t secreting necromones, and that’s how they know.
Absolutely! They can smell your human blood.
Yes, but because their eyes are clouded over, they can only tell from far away.

3

What is a Rolling Chomper?

Choose an answer
When a zombie loses their jaw
The phase that humans go through after first becoming infected
A decapitated head of a zombie that remains living for a few days
4

If a zombie is dead, they can’t digest food. So what’s the purpose in trying to eat people?

Choose an answer
To replenish their blood lost, zombies need to eat fresh humans so they do not completely rot.
Because the zombie is just a shell overtaken by a virus that needs to eat to stay active
5

What is a zombie repellent that I can grab in a pinch?

Choose an answer
Bleach
Hot Sauce
Alcohol

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Erendira Wallenda Will Perform Stunt Over The Falls on Thursday

June 13, 2017 clynn Leave a comment

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Nik Wallenda’s wife is set to perform a stunt of her own over the Niagara Falls on Thursday, June 15th in honour of the 5th anniversary of her husband’s high-wire walk over the falls.

Erendira Wallenda plans to dangle by her teeth from a helicopter at 300 feet as it flies over Niagara Falls. The stunt will depart and finish from the Seneca Niagara Casino (US side), and has been funded by the Niagara County and the City of Niagara Falls.

The stunt is expected to take 7 minutes in duration.

Timeline:

8:20am Nik Wallenda Opening Remarks
8:30am Helicopter Take-off from the Seneca Niagara Casino
8:45am Landing – Seneca Parking Garage Roof

Erendira Vazquez Wallenda is an 8th generation performer, in which the Vazquez Family is world renowned as the first family to complete the quadruple somersault on the flying trapeze. She has been performing since 5 years old, and her aerial artisty allowed her to become the featured female performer on the 137th edition of Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey’s Greatest Show on Earth.

You can follow her on her Facebook Page: Erendira Ashton Wallenda

Keep an eye on our Facebook Page – Clifton Hill – Niagara Falls Fun as we will do a Facebook LIVE filming the event at approximately 8:20 am.

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New Changes Coming to Casino Niagara

June 5, 2017 clynn 1 Comment

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Casino Niagara has just announced a multi-million dollar project in the works.

Casino Niagara is excited to announce some up and coming changes now underway that will deliver an elevated gaming and entertainment experience for its guests. The project is a $7 million investment project that will transform the second level of the building.

The project includes a $3.5 million spend on infrastructure and redesign that will greet customers just walking in the doors. The other $3.5 million will be put towards technology and gaming. This investment is in addition to completed projects to the Market Buffet, gaming floor, Players Adventage Club booth, new slot projects, and other renovations to the Conservatory.

Highlights to this $7 million investment include:

* A newly designed sports bar on the 2nd floor. It will be a 275-seat venue with a 123-inch HD video screen, new HDTVs, and a winning menu.

* New gaming technology that includes 250 slots, a new interactive gaming zone with Golden Tees, PlayStation 4 and Xbox consoles and immersive skill-based gaming.

*The opening of a new Poker Room. This will include more than 20 gaming tables and an elevated lounge.

“We are tremendously proud of Casino Niagara’s 20-year legacy in Niagara Falls and our continued promise to be a premier gaming destination,” said Richard Taylor, President, Niagara Casinos. “This investment demonstrates a commitment to always giving our visitors access to the best in entertainment, dining and gaming.”

The temporary closure of the 2nd level will begin on Monday, June 5th, 2017. Casino Niagara will of course remain open to provide you with gaming, entertainment, and live music.

Stay up-to-date by visiting www.casinoniagara.com, calling 1-888-325-5788, or by visiting their Facebook and Twitter pages.

via casinoniagara.com

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7 Fun Winter Weather Activities For Families Visiting Niagara Falls

February 1, 2017 ntritchew Leave a comment

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As the mercury drops and winter arrives, Niagara Falls morphs into an otherworldly experience with the glorious Falls surrounded by shimmering ice formations mirroring the enchanted illuminated lights. Without a doubt, if you are planning a visit to Niagara this winter the children and yourself need to be bundled up. Expecially when you take in the magical Falls up close, in the middle of the winter season. The cold only adds to the thrill of watching the gushing water flowing relentlessly over the rock face. Once you’ve seen the Falls, Niagara offers plenty of climate controlled attractions and family entertainment to explore and make Niagara Falls a fun winter getaway.

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Journey Behind the Falls

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This is one of Niagara’s oldest tourist hot spots. At Journey Behind the Falls you will get the opportunity to descend 150 feet through bedrock to tunnels that will overlook the magic of experiencing the Horseshoe Falls from directly underneath the cascading power above. Photo by: https://www.instagram.com/argenel/
https://www.cliftonhill.com/niagara-parks/attractions/journey-behind-the-falls
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Niagara SkyWheel

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Are you ready for a unique sightseeing opportunity with breathtaking views of the Falls and beyond? Then head on down to Clifton Hill and take a ride on Canada’s largest observation wheel, the Niagara SkyWheel. Towering 175 feet (53 metres) over the Niagara Falls horizon, the Niagara SkyWheel is the newest, most exciting way to see Niagara Falls.
https://www.cliftonhill.com/attractions/niagara-skywheel

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The Bird Kingdom

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A world class tropical adventure, located in Niagara Falls, Ontario, is the largest free-flying indoor aviary in the world, located a 5 minute walk from the Niagara Falls. Encounter exotic birds, animals, and reptiles as you search for the legendary Lost Kingdom.
https://www.cliftonhill.com/attractions/other-attractions/bird-kingdom
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Niagara Butterfly Conservatory

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The Butterfly Conservatory opened in December 1996, and is located on the grounds of the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens. It contains a climate controlled greenhouse with over 2000 exotic butterflies and 60 different species, a gift shop, and a 200-seat auditorium room. Everywhere, you will be met with exquisite breeds up butterflies floating in the warm, moist air or spreading their iridescent wings on leaves and flowers.
https://www.cliftonhill.com/niagara-parks/attractions/butterfly-conservatory

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Niagara’s Fury

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Experience Mother Nature’s wrath as this ride will put you on an adventure into the creation of the Niagara Falls. Standing on a platform, you will feel the motion and sensations of being a part of history. The floor will tremble beneath you, water will spit at you while it emulates the elements of mist and snow. You will see and feel the thunder, rain, lighting, wind…and everything that nature throws at you!
https://www.cliftonhill.com/niagara-parks/attractions/niagaras-fury
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Fallsview Water Park

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Niagara’s Wettest Wonder – Fallsview Indoor Water Park, Niagara Falls! The Fallsview Indoor Waterpark is Niagara’s largest indoor waterpark, located on Clifton Hill: The World Famous Street of Fun by the Falls.
https://www.cliftonhill.com/attractions/nearby-attractions/fallsview-indoor-waterpark
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Ripley’s Museum

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The New Ripley’s Odditorium is a must see for any visitor to Niagara Falls, all new with over 900 exhibits, never seen before. Highly interactive fun for kids and enjoyment for the whole family.
https://www.cliftonhill.com/packages/ripleys

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