4 of the Best Niagara Falls Christmas Events to Check Out

Niagara Falls Christmas
Niagara Falls Christmas

Niagara Falls is a great place to travel to for the holiday season, because the chilly wintry landscape sets up the perfect backdrop for that Christmas feeling. Snow is typically covering the ground by the time December comes around, which means there are lots of fun places in Niagara Falls to have some sledding adventures. Plus, everywhere you look, there is plenty of beautiful scenery to take in.

Niagara Falls also becomes home to several standout Christmas Niagara Falls activities that provide plenty of options for what to do in Niagara Falls Canada. Here are some Christmas Niagara Falls upcoming events to mark on your calendar.

1. Ontario Power Generation Winter Festival of Lights

When: Through January 31, 2019

What: Billing itself as “the longest festival in the world,” the Ontario Power Generation Winter Festival of Lights was founded in 1982 and has been going strong every year since. More than 3 million tree lights and more than 120 animated displays transform the 8km-long route along Niagara Parks, Dufferin Islands and the surrounding tourist areas. Visitors can drive or bike or walk throughout the route, which lights up landmarks throughout the area and features special event-only displays.

This year, visitors can see the Zimmerman Fountain covered in light, view more than a dozen 3D Canadian wildlife displays, see the world’s largest Canadian-American flag that alternates displays, and check out more than 50 trees covered in lights accompanied by music.

The Ontario Power Generation Winter Festival of Lights is free to attend. There are also special events scheduled in the area throughout the holiday season.

2. Winter Fireworks Displays

When: Through January 25, 2019

Fireworks in Niagara Falls
Fireworks in Niagara Falls

What: If you love seeing Niagara Falls during the day, viewing it at night as it’s surrounded by a dazzling fireworks show is an amazing experience. There are winter fireworks displays nearly every night in Niagara Falls, with each show lasting around 5 minutes long. It’s fun for the whole family!

In 2018, visitors can see the free fireworks show on Friday nights throughout December at 9 p.m., as well as nightly from December 22 to December 31 at 9 p.m. On New Year’s Eve, there’s another fireworks show when the clock strikes midnight.

Be aware that fireworks shows are weather-dependent, so inclement weather may result in a show being canceled. Snag a great viewing spot behind Table Rock Visitors Centre, in Queen Victoria Park, at the Grand View Marketplace or on the platform of the Journey Behind the Falls.

3. The Ultimate Christmas Village

When: Through January 2, 2019

What: The Heritage District of Niagara Falls in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, has dubbed itself as the “Ultimate Christmas Village,” a destination to check out if you’re in the area during the holiday season. Each year, the Ultimate Christmas Village features holiday decorations, stunning light displays and lots of holiday-themed Niagara Falls activities for the whole family.

Some Niagara Falls Christmas events in the Ultimate Christmas Village include:

  • Theatrical productions, like A Christmas Carol
  • Winery tours and special events like Taste the Season Weekends, featuring unique ice wine and food pairings
  • Caroler-filled candlelight stroll
  • Outdoor ice skating every day of the week
  • Christmas-themed shopping
  • Live music events and Christmas music throughout the Heritage District
  • Ghost walks, ugly Christmas sweater parties and more

4. Christmas in Pelham

When: Activities through January 2019

What: The small town of Pelham, Ontario, Canada, welcomes visitors to its Christmas in Pelham event, with activities for the whole family through January. Every year, the festivities kick off in November, with events like Christmas craft bazaars, Christmas shop open houses, gingerbread house contests and a massive outdoor Christmas market. The annual market features free carriage rides, visits with Santa, ice carving demonstrations, live music and retail and food vendors.

Check out the community calendar to see what’s going on while you’re in Niagara Falls. Throughout December and January, there are free holiday ice skating sessions, plus a Christmas light competition that gets the whole town involved. Drive through to see several residences and businesses adorned in lights for the holidays.

Make Your Christmas One to Remember in Niagara Falls

The holiday season is a great time to escape to a wintry wonderland and immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit. Niagara Falls makes Christmas extra-special, with holiday lights and family Niagara Falls activities that spread joy and cheer all around. The visual displays are mesmerizing to see in person, and if you’ve never seen Niagara Falls in winter, it’s a sight unlike any other.

Check out Niagara Falls hotels to find the best deals on places to stay for your visit. Find what to do in Niagara Falls Canada, food and drink options and more.


Everything You Should See and Do in Niagara Falls for New Year’s

New Year's Eve Niagara Falls
New Year’s Eve Party

There’s a party around every corner on New Year’s Eve in Niagara Falls. Don’t miss out on all the fun! Check out the fantastic events happening this year.

Winter Festival of Lights

The Winter Festival of Lights is one of the most amazing events of the season. During the winter, the whole Ontario area lights up with the magic of the holiday season. There is a stretch of walkway that spans through Niagara Parks, Dufferin Islands and surrounding areas that is decked with lights, visuals and breathtaking displays. Right around New Year’s Eve, the lights are illuminated throughout the night for family, friends and visitors to the area to enjoy. There’s even a firework show that you can spot from the illuminated path.

This festival is a must-do, must-see Niagara Falls attraction. It’s visited by over one million people every single year and is part of the Niagara Falls legacy. There are no tickets, no admission, and no fuss to this event—just fun for the family to enjoy together.

If you’re visiting from outside of the area, make sure you’re bundled in plenty of layers. This outdoor festival happens during one of our coldest seasons. Mittens, scarves and beanies are a must.

Adventure City

In the Falls Avenue Resort in Niagara Falls, there is the ever-popular Adventure City. If you’re traveling with kids to the Niagara Falls area, this should be on your list. Adventure City is packed with all kinds of different attractions. There are rides, bumper cars, mini golf, a fun house and much more.

There’s a 4-D Motion Theatre that plays shows with lifelike action. The technology in these shows makes it feel like you are there with the sights, smells and feelings projected upon you throughout the film. You can take in the joy of these 4-D movies as a family, then head out to catch the Niagara Falls fireworks that happen all over the city.

NYE In Port Colborne

Family Fun on New Year's Eve in Niagara Falls
Family Fun on New Year’s Eve

Port Colborne is a coastal city just outside of the Niagara Falls area. Every New Year’s Eve, the city puts on an exciting NYE event for the whole family. This year on Monday, December 31st, the Vale Health & Wellness Centre is putting on a free event for families to come together and create things together. Throughout the day, there will be areas for kids to craft, make kites, play games, decorate cookies and much more.

Starting in the late afternoon, there will be live shows with Mad Scientists that kids and parents can enjoy together. Then, to round out the night, there will be open ice skating for everyone. There’s nothing better than joining in on some ice skating fun with the whole family until the fireworks chime off.

This event is an excellent choice for families of all sizes to spend quality time together while immersing themselves in a new city.

New Year’s Eve Comedy Extravaganza

Ready to ring in the new year laughing? This is the event for you. The Comedy Extravaganza will be one of the funniest things to do in Niagara Falls this New Year’s Eve. The night is full of food, celebration, and lots of laughs from two amazing shows.

This year, the event is held at Showtime Comedy and Entertainment in Ontario and features some of the best comedians in the area. The early show features Comedy and Magic with Danny Zzz and Marc Sinodinos and starts at 7 pm with dinner beginning at 6 pm. The late-night show features rated R comedian, Jeff Jesson and Special Guests. The doors open at 9 pm and the fun starts at 10 pm.

These two shows are followed by The Comedy Countdown, Party Favors and a Champagne Toast and Party—what else could you possibly need on New Year’s Eve.

Tickets for this hilarious and fun event are available now for purchase!

Country Super Stars New Year’s Eve

By far, one of the best parties for adults in town is the Country Super Stars New Year’s Eve Event. This event is tailor-made for all of the country music lovers in Canada and beyond. Not only will there be performances from renowned country singers, but there will be a 5-course meal, dancing, and beverages flowing all night long. You will truly feel like you’re at the Grand Ole Opry when you enter the doors. You’ll rock the night away and ring in the new year with champagne in hand—what more could a country-lover want.

The Great Canadian New Year’s Eve Party

Are you traveling from out of Canada? Are you looking to fully immerse yourselves in Canadian culture? This is the event for you. There is truly nothing more Canadian than this event.

First, let’s start with the location. This NYE party is held at none other than Wayne Gretzky Estates & Distillery, Canada’s beloved hockey star. Inside of this popular space, you’ll find just about all of the Canadian events that your heart desires. Try some whiskey-infused food, grab a sip of ice wine, or take a whirl on the backyard rink—the possibilities are endless.

While you slowly transition into a Canadian citizen, enjoy amazing party music from a local DJ and dance the night away. For those that love travel, whiskey, dancing and food, this is New Year’s Eve party was made for you.


Winter in Niagara: The 4 Best Activities

Embrace the great outdoors this winter season by experiencing all that Niagara has to offer. The snow covered landscape provides the perfect backdrop for a variety of winter activities that will entice you to venture outside. Here are the 4 best activities to help you plan your winter in Niagara:

Winter Festival of Lights

Winter in Niagara: The Winter Festival of Lights
Winter Festival of Lights

One of the most enchanting seasonal traditions is Niagara’s annual Winter Festival of Lights. Niagara Falls is completely transformed into a spectacle of brilliantly coloured lights and animated displays that captivates its audience along an 8km route.

This year’s festival runs from November 3rd to January 31st and features:

Illumination Displays & Exhibits – 3D Canadian wildlife displays, the signature visitor’s favourite Noah’s Ark, as well as the Prismatica illuminated art exhibit, plus many more.

Events – The Fallsview Sound & Light Show, Deck the Falls Walking Tours, a New Year’s Eve Outdoor Concert in Queen Victoria Park, and weekly fireworks shows.

Visit the website for more information.

Deck the Falls Holiday Walking Tours

If you’re looking to experience all of the magic and wonder of the season, the Deck the Falls Holiday Walking Tours will take you on a festive winter journey. These self-guided walking tours allow for visitors to explore beautifully decorated hotels and venues in the Niagara Falls tourist district, as well as the chance to enjoy gourmet food sampling, beverages, live entertainment and more! This can all be enjoyed at a leisurely pace or by hopping on and off the WEGO buses.

Ticket holders will receive their Deck the Falls Tour Pass, which includes vouchers that can be used on any of the four remaining evenings.

Dates & Times
December 7th and December 8th from 5pm – 10pm
December 14th and December 15th from 5pm – 10pm

Niagara Icewine Festival

In celebration of one of Canada’s most treasured products, the 2019 Niagara Icewine Festival offers a special experience in the wintry wonderland of the Niagara region. This annual festival takes place over three weekends: January 11th – 13th, 18th – 20th, and 25th – 27th. Visitors can expect to find this unique wine, which is made from frozen grapes taken off the vine, to be paired with a variety of food combinations at over 40 wineries. Indulge your tastebuds this winter season by partaking in a truly one-of-a-kind Canadian winter experience.

For more information on where to enjoy Icewine this winter in Niagara, click here.

Journey Behind the Falls

Winter in Niagara: Icy Niagara Falls
Icy Niagara Falls

This year-round attraction has become an iconic Niagara Falls must-do. Journey Behind the Falls offers visitors the opportunity to stand beside and behind the Falls, even in the winter. By descending 150ft. by elevator, you can experience this icy natural wonder from a vantage point like no other. Sub-zero temperatures create thousands of glistening icicles that are undoubtedly photo worthy. However, the world famous Falls are breathtaking from a distance too as the mist freezes on surrounding trees and parklands, creating the ultimate winter wonderland.

Please note that the Lower Observation Deck may be closed due to ice conditions, in which case rates will be reduced.

Start planning which activities you’d like to experience for yourself this winter in Niagara!


The Best Hotel Packages to Book for a Niagara Falls New Year’s Eve Getaway

Niagara Falls New Year's Eve fireworks
New Year’s Eve fireworks

Experience the energy and excitement of New Year’s Eve in Niagara Falls! With a free outdoor concert in Queen Victoria Park, special dining events at top Fallsview restaurants and spectacular fireworks shows over the Falls, a Niagara Falls New Year’s Eve getaway will be an unforgettable affair. Here are three of the best Niagara Falls hotel packages to book for New Year’s Eve:

Sheraton Fallsview

If you want a luxurious guestroom with incredible views of Niagara Falls, the Sheraton Fallsview has you covered. The hotel’s location across the street from the Falls and next to Queen Victoria Park will put you in the centre of all the New Year’s Eve action, and the hotel’s world-class dining and amenities will make your stay unforgettable.

The Sheraton Fallsview is a great option for couples, families, and groups this New Year’s Eve as guests can upgrade their stay to include a meal at the one-of-a-kind Fallsview Buffet Restaurant. Choose between these two great dining options:

Early Dinner Seating

Seating from 4:30 – 7:30pm

Reservations for the early dinner seating include a one hour dining time. This option is great for families with children and guests who have parties to attend at night. Start your New Year’s Eve off right with a delicious meal and incredible views at Fallsview Buffet Restaurant.

Late Dinner Seating

Seating from 9:00 – 9:30pm

In addition to wonderful buffet dining, the late dinner seating includes a bottle of wine, sparkling wine toast at midnight, a DJ, and dancing. And Fallsview Buffet Restaurant offers a spectacular view of the fireworks shows scheduled for 9pm and midnight.

Marriott on the Falls

Experience exceptional views, service, and dining this New Year’s Eve at the Marriott on the Falls – the closest hotel to the brink of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. The hotel’s New Year’s Eve Package will connect you with everything you need to ring in 2019 in style, including:

  • One night of deluxe accommodations
  • Admission to the Marriott on the Falls Great Room party, which includes a DJ, dancing, and midnight toast
  • Prix Fixe Fallsview dinner for two at Milestones on the Falls restaurant
  • Fallsview hot buffet breakfast for two including made-to-order omelettes

This package takes the stress out of planning a New Year’s Eve getaway and offers an unforgettable Niagara Falls experience.

Marriott Fallsview Hotel & Spa

Ring in 2019 with extraordinary views and dining at the Marriott Fallsview Hotel & Spa. Their New Year’s Eve Package offers:

  • One night of deluxe accommodations
  • New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe dinner for two at Morton’s Grille Niagara Falls
  • Fallsview hot buffet breakfast for two, including made-to-order omelettes

And with a unique location directly overlooking the brink of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls, Marriott Fallsview offers a perfect view of the Niagara Falls fireworks.

Party in Queen Victoria Park

The musical lineup for this year’s free outdoor concert in Queen Victoria Park includes Burton Cummings, The Sheepdogs, Walk Off the Earth, and Avenue Inn. The concert starts at 8pm and will be complemented by spectacular fireworks at 9pm and midnight.


New Year’s Eve Lineup Announced for Niagara Falls Celebration

Niagara Falls New Year's Eve Concert
Niagara Falls New Year’s Eve Concert

Ring in 2019 in Niagara Falls! The annual Niagara Falls New Year’s Eve event in Queen Victoria Park is one of Canada’s longest running New Year’s Eve celebrations, featuring a free concert, fireworks, food and beverage vendors, and more.

This year’s outdoor concert features an amazing all-Canadian lineup of musicians including The Sheepdogs, Walk Off the Earth, Niagara-based Avenue Inn, and headliner Burton Cummings. This totally free event begins at 8pm and will feature two fireworks shows over Niagara Falls, at 9pm and midnight, along with an outdoor licensed area, and food and beverage vendors.

Here’s what you need to know about this year’s performers:

Burton Cummings

Legendary Canadian musician Burton Cummings has a long and celebrated music career as the lead-singer and songwriter of The Guess Who and a solo artist with hits like “Stand Tall” and “My Own Way to Rock”. In 2016 he was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.

The Sheepdogs

The Sheepdogs are a multi Juno Award-winning retro rock band from Saskatchewan with six studio albums and many popular songs including “I Don’t Know”, “Feeling Good”, and “The Way It Is”.

Walk Off the Earth

Burlington-based Walk Off the Earth is an indie pop band known for their music videos of covers and original songs, one of which features all five members of the band simultaneously playing one guitar. Walk Off the Earth won the 2016 Juno Award for Group of the Year and has released a string of successful original songs.

Avenue Inn

Avenue Inn is a Niagara Falls-based alternative rock band that won Band of the Year at the Niagara Music Awards and has released a brand new album called “Tonight”.

This free outdoor celebration in Queen Victoria Park is the perfect place to ring in 2019, so start planning your Niagara Falls getaway today!


Cascades of Fire International Fireworks Competition is Heading to Niagara Falls

Cascades of Fire International Fireworks Competition in Niagara Falls.
Cascades of Fire International Fireworks Competition in Niagara Falls.

This November, countries from all over the world will head to Niagara Falls to compete in the Cascades of Fire International Fireworks Competition as part of Niagara’s annual Winter Festival of Lights celebration. The competition will feature 18-minute pyrotechnic shows presented by each country and spectacularly light up the skies over Niagara Falls.

Participating countries include:

  • China – November 9, 2018
  • Finland – November 16, 2018
  • Brazil – November 17, 2018

Each show starts at 9pm and can be enjoyed from Queen Victoria Park, along the Niagara Parkway, or from a Fallsview room at a spectacular Niagara Falls hotel. And don’t forget to check out all of the other amazing events and lighting displays that are a part of this year’s Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights, which kicks off on November 3, 2018!


Niagara’s Most Exciting Fall Celebrations

Autumn in Niagara
Fall is an amazing time of year to visit Niagara.

Experience the best of the fall season in Niagara Falls this September and October at a number of exciting local celebrations. Here are some of the top Niagara events to check out this fall.

Chinese Harvest Moon Celebration

September 24, Montebello Park

The harvest moon is the full moon that falls closest to the fall equinox, which this year will be visible on the night of September 24th. And you can view the beautiful orange-coloured moon and celebrate the harvest in Montebello Park in St. Catharines.

Stop by the Chinese Harvest Moon Celebration to experience:

  • Games and Chinese cultural dances
  • Moon cakes and Chinese-inspired cuisine
  • Chinese games and lantern-making ceremonies
  • Live music

The celebration is from 5-10pm and admission is free.

Niagara Falls Oktoberfest

October 5th & 6th, Scotiabank Convention Centre

Beer lovers unite! The Niagara Falls Oktoberfest celebration is taking place on October 5th and 6th at the Scotiabank Convention Centre and admission is totally free!

You can taste beer from a number of great local breweries including Niagara Brewing Company, Brimstone Brewing Co., and the Exchange Brewery, enjoy live music, and indulge in delicious German fare like pork schnitzel, chicken schnitzel, beer-braised Oktoberfest sausage, German potato salad, and braised red cabbage with sauerkraut.

Canadian Thanksgiving

October 8th

Celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving on October 8th with a number of exciting events happening throughout Niagara, including:

  • Skylon Tower yellow illumination
  • Fireworks over Niagara Falls at 10pm
  • Inniskillin Winery’s Thanksgiving Market Grill

All Hallows’ Eve

October 20th, Old Fort Erie

On October 21st, 27th, and 28th you can embark on a spooky All Hallows’ Eve ghost tour at Old Fort Erie and experience Halloween traditions, 1812-style on this historic battlefield. It will be a fun and frightening evening that ends with refreshments and the annual burning of a Guy Fawkes effigy. Tours are available at 7:30pm. 7:45pm, and 8:00pm.

There are a number of great fall celebrations and Niagara events happening all season long, so start planning your Niagara Falls getaway today to experience them!


What to See and Do this Labour Day Weekend in Niagara Falls

Fireworks for labour day weekend in Niagara Falls.
Fireworks over Niagara Falls.

The start of the school year is just around the corner, which means it’s time for one last summer hurrah. A visit to Niagara Falls is a great way to make the most of the Labour Day long weekend, and there are so many fantastic sights to see and attractions to check out! Here are a few of our picks for what to see and do this labour day weekend in Niagara Falls.

Coca Cola Concert Series & Falls Fireworks

The Coca Cola Concert Series in Queen Victoria Park draws to a close this Labour Day weekend with a lineup of free performances from:

  • Ben Hudson – August 31st
  • The Howling Horns – September 2nd
  • Under the Influence – September 3rd

Performances are from 8-10pm and are followed by spectacular fireworks over Niagara Falls. The daily fireworks shows run until September 3rd and will be happening on weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) and holiday Mondays from September 7th to October 8th.

Niagara Brewing Company

Stop by Niagara Brewing Company on Clifton Hill to sip some awesome new brews, which are on the rotating taps for a limited time. Right now you can try exclusive brews like Clockwork Berliner Weisse, Annie’s English Ale, Irish Red Ale, and Cream Ale, along with their four signature beers.

And don’t forget to grab some delicious snacks and sit out on one of the brewery’s two outdoor patios to soak in as much of that summer sunshine as you can!

Niagara Speedway & Hornblower Niagara Cruises

Hornblower boat ride to the Falls.
Hornblower Niagara Cruises boat ride.

You’ll definitely want to check out a few attractions while in Niagara Falls this Labour Day weekend and Hornblower Niagara Cruises and the Niagara Speedway are at the top of our list. Hornblower Niagara Cruises offers iconic boat rides to the Falls and has a number of different experiences to choose from, including:

  • Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour – 20 minutes
  • Voyage to the Falls Evening Boat Tour – 20 minutes
  • Falls Illumination Cruise – 40 minutes
  • Falls Fireworks Cruise – 40 Minutes

And don’t miss out on the Niagara Speedway, which is one of Niagara’s newest summer attractions! This elevated outdoor go-kart course is the first of its kind in Canada and features a 4-storey helical spiral followed by a 2-tiered coaster style ramp.

Majestic Monarchs at Butterfly Conservatory

On September 1st and 2nd you can stop by the Butterfly Conservatory on the Niagara Parkway for their Majestic Monarchs event, which will teach you all about the migration of the beautiful Monarch Butterfly.

The event runs from 11am-4pm and will even give you the chance to help tag butterflies that are ready to embark on their journey south.

We hope your Labour Day weekend in Niagara Falls is one for the books!


The Tale of the Iron Scow

The iron scow.
Iron scow in the upper Niagara River.

This year marks the centenary of the iron scow (or “Old Scow”) wreck in Niagara Falls, and Niagara Parks will be paying tribute to this event with the unveiling of a new plaque on August 6th, 2018.

In honour of this historic Niagara landmark, let’s revisit the story of what happened on that fateful day on the Niagara River when the iron scow became legend.

The Incident

It was August 6th 1918 when a small dumping scow with two men aboard was dredging up sandbanks on the Niagara River, upstream from the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. The scow was approximately 1.6 km up-river when it broke loose from the tugboat that was meant to bring it back to shore and began heading for the brink of the waterfall.

After breaking loose, the scow got caught on a rock shoal 838 yards from the waterfall’s edge, leaving the two men stranded in the middle of the turbulent upper rapids of the Niagara River.

The Rescue

The harrowing rescue mission of the two men onboard the marooned scow involved heroic efforts. A rescue boat couldn’t be sent to reach them, so instead, a lifeline cannon was brought to the scene by the U.S. Coast Guard to shoot a line from the Toronto Power House to the barge. It was this method, along with the tireless efforts of many people that brought the men back to shore using a breeches buoy rescue device.

The Legacy

While the two men were able to return to safety after the wreck, the iron scow still remains stuck in the upper Niagara River, just a short distance away from the brink of the waterfall.

Join Niagara Parks in honouring this historic Niagara Falls event on August 6th, 2018. The event takes place at the old Toronto Power Generating Station on the Niagara Parkway from 7-8pm.


Planning a Kid-Approved Family Vacation to Niagara Falls

Fallsview Indoor Waterpark in Niagara Falls.
Family fun at Fallsview Indoor Waterpark.

Celebrate the summer season with a Niagara Falls family vacation that kids and adults will love! Home to exciting attractions, themed restaurants, and affordable accommodations, Niagara is the perfect place to plan a kid-approved weekend getaway for the whole family!

Attractions

Fallsview Indoor Waterpark

Kids and adults alike will love all of the thrills and excitement that Fallsview Indoor Waterpark has to offer! Featuring 16 waterslides, a full-sized wave pool, 1,000-gallon tipping bucket, plunge bowl, outdoor activity pool, adult-only Jacuzzis, and more, the waterpark offers a full day of  water fun just steps away Niagara Falls.

And Fallsview Indoor Waterpark makes it easy to book a family getaway with fanastic hotel & waterpark getaway packages that give you access to the waterpark and connect you with amazing Niagara Falls hotel stays.

Niagara Speedway Go-Karts

One of Niagara’s newest and most thrilling summer attractions is the Niagara Speedway located right on Clifton Hill. The Niagara Speedway is an elevated outdoor go-kart course spread across four acres, featuring a 4-storey helical spiral and a 2-tiered coaster-style ramp. It’s a fast and exciting attraction for people of all ages!

Hornblower Niagara Cruises

No summer visit to Niagara Falls is complete without a Hornblower Niagara Cruises boat ride, which takes you into the mist and as close as you can get to the magnificent Canadian Horseshoe Falls . Hornblower offers a number of iconic Niagara Falls journeys including:

  • Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour (20 minutes)
  • Voyage to the Falls Evening Boat Tour (20 minutes)
  • Falls Illumination Cruise (40 minutes)
  • Falls Fireworks Cruise (40 minutes)

And to make your Niagara Falls boat voyage even more convenient and unforgettable, Hornblower offers Mobile Ticketing Scan & Go, 360° views, free wifi, and onboard refreshments!

Dining

Sweet Jesus Ice Cream

Sweet Jesus ice cream cone
Sweet Jesus’ signature Krusty the Kone flavour.

Located at the corner of Clifton Hill and Falls Avenue, Sweet Jesus ice cream shop offers innovative and delicious soft serve creations that you’ll have to see (and taste) to believe. Some Sweet Jesus signature flavours include:

  • Birthday Cake – made with vanilla soft serve, cream cheese icing, birthday cake bits, and rainbow sprinkles.
  • Hella Nutella – made with chocolate and vanilla twist soft serve, Nutella sauce, wafer cookies, Corn Flakes, and toasted pistachios.
  • Krusty the Kone – made with vanilla soft serve, cotton candy pieces, cotton candy sauce, and rainbow sprinkles.

And with straight up soft serve, limited-time seasonal cones, and dairy-free options, Sweet Jesus is a delicious dessert experience that everyone can enjoy!

Rainforest Cafe

Embark on an adventure in dining at Rainforest Cafe Niagara Falls. Located on Clifton Hill, Rainforest Cafe offers an extensive menu of family favourites like burgers, salads, sandwiches, and pastas, which can be enjoyed inside a unique rainforest-like dining room. Kids will love the animatronic animals and 80-foot bubbling volcano, while the indoor thunderstorm every 30 minutes complete with lightning, thunder, and a wall of rain is sure to impress the whole family.

Accommodations

Clifton Victoria Inn

Clifton Victoria Inn is a family-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls located across the street from Falls Avenue Resort and just one block away from Niagara Falls and the Clifton Hill tourist district. It’s a great place for families to stay on a Niagara Falls family vacation as it offers spacious Family Suites and amazing amenities like a complimentary hot breakfast buffet, free wireless internet, and free parking.

And with great family getaway packages that bundle together accommodations and attraction experiences, planning a Niagara Falls family vacation has never been easier.

Sklyine Hotel and Waterpark

Another fantastic Niagara Falls hotel for families is the Skyline Hotel & Waterpark. The Skyline offers a variety of guest rooms for groups of all sizes including family suites that have 3 queen size beds to accommodate up to six guests.

The Skyline’s central location and indoor climate-controlled skywalk to the Fallsview Indoor Waterpark, Skyline Hotel & Waterpark also connects you to the best accommodations, dining, entertainment, and attractions that Niagara Falls has to offer.