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Event Series: 2026-2027 Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights

2026-2027 Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights

Posted on by Tabatha Adams

December 24 @ 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Experience The Magic of the Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights!

November 14, 2026, to January 10, 2027!Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights

Discover more than 3 million sparkling lights, 75+ illuminated displays and interactive experiences along an enchanting 8-kilometre route.

Enjoy spectacular fireworks on select evenings, dazzling Falls illuminations and festive fun for the whole family.

Interactive Displays

Discover exhibits that invite you to touch, explore, and connect with light and sound. Spark your imagination and engage your senses as each interactive installation blends innovation with artistry, creating multisensory experiences that delight visitors of all ages. From glowing arches that respond to motion to sound-reactive sculptures and light tunnels that immerse you in brilliance, these installations redefine what a winter light festival can be.

Fireworks Over The Falls

The festival also features spectacular fireworks displays above the Falls. Displays will light the sky on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm from November 14, 2026 to January 10, 2027. Two displays are scheduled on New Year’s Eve; 8:00pm and 12:00am.

  • November: 14, 20-21, 27-28 at 8:00pm
  • December: 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26 at 8:00pm
  • December 31 -New Year’s Eve:  Two displays – 8:00pm and 12:00am (midnight)
  • January: 1-2, 8-9 at 8:00pm

Niagara Falls Hot Chocolate Trail

Indulge in the Niagara Falls Hot Chocolate Trail. Warm up with a cup of the decadent drink as you explore the illuminations. Participating Restaurants throughout the tourist district will feature specialty flavours and classic combinations like mint, orange, and smores. Some venues will be offering spiked versions with flavoured liqueurs and add-ins.

  • Available from November 27, 2026 to February 14, 2027

Some of the participating locations include:

  • Hershey’s Chocolate World Niagara Falls – Candy Cane Hot Chocolate
  • Niagara Distillery – Midnight Mint and Gingerbread House
  • Niagara Vines Lobby Bar (Sheraton Fallsview Hotel) – Hot Chocolate Festivus
  • Lucky’s Restaurant & Bar – Chocolate Cherry Hot Chocolate (contains alcohol)
  • Marriott on the Falls Lobby Bar
  • Marriott Fallsview Hotel & Spa

Indulge & Explore: Download the Interactive Map
Check in at each of the participating cafés, restaurants, and attractions across Niagara Falls. Every time you purchase a featured hot chocolate, you can be entered to win exciting prizes. It’s easy – download the trail map and scan the unique QR code shown to you at each location. The more trail stops you experience, the more chances you have to win!

Sparkling Winter Lights Falls Illumination

Each night of the festival the Canadian Horseshoe and American Falls will come alive in a special presentation of Falls illumination. The display reflects colour palettes and movements inspired by the festival’s spectacular displays. The 5-minute illumination show plays through 3 times at the top of the hour at 6pm, 7pm and 8pm and is part of the regular illumination display.

Reserve Your Niagara Falls Getaway and enjoy more time to explore the Festival!

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