November 26, 2019
Top 10 Holiday Events and Activities in Niagara
With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, life can get a bit hectic - sometimes to the point of wanting to exclaim “bah humbug!” - but it’s important to make time to savour the season and enjoy the company of your loved ones.
We’ve compiled some classic Niagara events to get you and yours in the festive mood:
Winter Festival of Lights
Brighten your world with Winter Festival of Lights’ mesmerizing interactive displays and light art pieces. Experience over three million enchanting lights and the thought-provoking work of artists from around the world from now until January 12, 2020.
Falls Illumination and Fireworks
Stroll by or take a cruise* on the Falls for a frosted nightly illumination.
In the city on a Friday? Make your trip more memorable with the impressive fireworks show (weather dependent).
*The Niagara City Cruises now runs until December 1.
Christmas on Ice
Experience chilling performances by national championship ice skaters, dancers, and singers at Fallsview Casino’s Christmas on Ice.
The show runs from November 21st until December 10th.
An Out of This World Christmas
Have An Out of this World Christmas with award-winning Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Theatre.
Set in a log cabin styled space, this show promises a full Canadian experience from the humor, to the food, and the music.
This special event runs from November 8th until December 21st.
A Night of Canadian Country
Country lover? Dust off your cowboy boots for A Night of Canadian Country at the Scotiabank Convention Centre on December 29th.
Enjoy performances by Multiple CCMA and Juno Award winner Brett Kissel as well as Eric Ethridge and Emily Reid.
McFarland Christmas Open House
Take in charming Christmas decor and holiday delights at historic McFarland’s Christmas Open House.
Visit them on Niagara-on-the-Lake, December 6th to 8th.
Poinsettia Show
Fancy florals? Visit the annual Poinsettia Show, November 23 to January 9, at the Niagara Parks Floral Showhouse for stunning displays sure to make you feel jolly.
The space also houses a variety of collections year-round for your viewing pleasure.
Greg Frewin Theatre
Greg Frewin Theatre will be hosting multiple family-friendly events over the holidays:
- Niagara Ballet’s production of the holiday classic, December 10.
- Matilda the Dinner and Musical, select days in December.
- Wild Magic Dinner, select days throughout November - January.
New Year’s Eve Dinner at a Winery
Many of Niagara’s wineries offer exquisite multiple-course prix fixe dinners for New Year’s Eve.
Enjoy fine cuisine, complimentary wine or bubbly as well as lively entertainment.
Check out our events for more details.
Free New Year's Eve Concert
Ring in 2020 in a spectacular way with Canadian rock legend Bryan Adams and Juno Award-winning indie group Walk Off the Earth at the free New Year’s Eve Concert in Queen Victoria Park.
In addition to free live performances, enjoy two fireworks shows, a licensed area, and food by Niagara Parks Culinary.
Have a new or favourite Niagara holiday event that you love but we missed?
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