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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.

Niagara Fun Fall Activities Checklist

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Niagara Fun Fall Activities Checklist

Explore Niagara with our Niagara fun Fall activities checklist. From fruit farms selling their delicious goodies this harvest season, to taking the little ones on a corn maze adventure, just print off this list and go!
Pick Your Own Fruit

Parkway Orchards15000 Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario 
Mathias Farms: 1909 Effingham St, Ridgeville
Windwood Farms: 4198 King Street, Beamsville
Duffin Farms: 1541 Rice Rd., Welland
Bry-Anne Farms: 471 Foss Road- R.R #5, Fenwick
Life’s A Peach Farm: 4435 Bartlett Rd, Beamsville (No website. Email ahead of time at lifesapeachfarm@hotmail.com)
Cherry Avenue Farms: 4303 Cherry Avenue, Beamsville
Silmaril Farm: 144 Russ Rd., Grimsby
Two Century Farm: 400 Main Street West, Grimsby

Get Lost in a Corn Maze!


Howell Family Pumpkin Farm2878 Holland Road, Fonthill, Ontario
Warner Ranch and Pumpkin Farm7705 Schisler Rd, Niagara Falls, Ontario
Haunt Manor (**scary EXCEPT during “Pumpkinfest”): 9387 Lundy’s Lane, Niagara Falls, Ontario

Go For A Hike And Go Exploring


The Bruce Trail
Balls Falls
Niagara Glen
Short Hills
Niagara Escarpment 
For a few Niagara “Hidden Gems” to explore (such as Jordan’s “Pirate Ship“), click the image below:

Tour A Winery


Winery Tours of Niagara
Grape and Wine Tours Niagara 
Niagara Vintage Wine Tours
Niagara Getaway Wine Tours
Great Escape Wine Tours
Niagara Wine Tours International
Crush on Niagara Wine Tours 

Find a Fall Festival/Fair

Click the image below for a full list of Niagara festivals and fairs in the Fall:
 

Go Antiquing


Granny’s Boot Antiques4034 Victoria Av., Vineland, Ontario
Lakeshore Antiques and Treasures855 Lakeshore Rd., Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Vineland Antiques4227 Victoria Av., Vineland, Ontario

7 Awe-Inspiring Places To View Fall Colours In Niagara (click image below):

Most importantly, check out all our Niagara Falls attractions

From here on Clifton Hill, to the Niagara Parks attractions, to taking a drive out to Niagara-on-the-Lake and checking out the gorgeous scenery, there is an ample list of Niagara fun fall activities to choose from!