{"id":9499,"date":"2026-11-02T17:29:40","date_gmt":"2026-11-02T22:29:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/niagarafallscliftonhill.com\/blog\/?p=9499"},"modified":"2026-11-02T17:29:42","modified_gmt":"2026-11-02T22:29:42","slug":"winter-festival-of-lights-in-niagara-falls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/winter-festival-of-lights-in-niagara-falls\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Festival of Lights in Niagara Falls"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The 44th annual Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights<\/strong> returns November 14, 2026, to January 10, 2027<\/strong>, filling Niagara Falls with glowing displays, illuminated parkways, winter fireworks and some of the city\u2019s most memorable after-dark views. It is Canada\u2019s largest free outdoor light festival, and one of the easiest ways to enjoy Niagara Falls during the colder months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Begin on Clifton Hill<\/strong>, where restaurants, the Niagara SkyWheel and other attractions are a short walk from Oakes Garden Theatre and the Niagara Parkway. Continue toward the Falls, Queen Victoria Place and Queen Victoria Park to experience the main walking-area displays and seasonal activations. A longer drive takes you to farther sections of the festival route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Festival dates:<\/strong> November 14, 2026\u2013January 10, 2027
Light display hours:<\/strong> Nightly, 5:00 p.m.\u2013midnight, including holidays
Admission:<\/strong> Free; certain attractions, parking and experiences cost extra
Official information:<\/strong> Niagara Falls Tourism Winter Festival of Lights<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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