Niagara Falls to Celebrate Canada Day Weekend 2013 with Array of Events

Niagara Falls will host a number of celebrations on Canada Day. Some of the exciting Niagara Falls things to do will be open-air civic events, barbecues, carnivals, festivals, and free musical performances will be celebrated on Canada Day.

And of course, any of these events would be perfectly complemented by a visit to the Niagara IMAX Theatre to watch Niagara: Miracles, Myths & Magic, Iron Man 3: The IMAX Experience and/or a visit to the Niagara Daredevil Exhibit.

Celebration will conclude with various firework displays. Below is a list of events to take place in Niagara Falls.

Sunday June 23^rd, 2013

Niagara-on-the-Lake

Introducing the new Niagara-on-the-Lake shuttle. Operating from June 23 until Sept 1, the shuttle connects you to fascinating War of 1812 heritage sites, wineries and the beautiful towns of Niagara-on-the-Lake and Queenston.           

Friday June 28^th, 2013

Free Concert & Fireworks

Starting at 8 p.m., enjoy a free concert at the Queen Victoria Park Stage with Escapade, followed by Falls fireworks at 10 p.m. The Friendship Festival at Mather Arch in Fort Erie also kicks off Friday.

Saturday June 29^th, 2013

Free Concert & Fireworks (Optional – Photo Op)

Visit Table Rock Welcome Centre between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to have your photo taken with an RCMP officer, Friday, Saturday & Sunday. We’ve got another free concert at 8 p.m. with The Beer Nuts, followed by another spectacular fireworks display at 10 p.m. Reserve a table on the patio at Edgewaters Restaurant

Sunday June 30^th, 2013

Free Concert & Fireworks

The fun continues with another free concert at 8 p.m. with Fear the Worst. Stick around for fireworks at 10 p.m. You can come early to check out the new Regal Geranium show at the tropical Floral Showhouse

Monday July 1^st, 2013

Electric Blonde Concert

Join Electric Blonde at the Queen Victoria Park Stage for a free Canada Day concert at 8 p.m., followed by incredible fireworks at 10 p.m.

Inniskillin’s Canada Day Celebrations

Inniskillin celebrates Canada Day from July 1 to 4. Celebrate with many guests from across the globe. The celebration includes summer favorite foods, wine, soccer, frisbee, and a walk through the vineyards.

Free music events will take place at Fort Erie Friendship Festival for the Canada Day Celebrations.

Niagara Parks – Queen Victoria Park

Free Concert series at the Illumination Tower Stage 8:00 p.m., followed by fireworks at 10:00 p.m.

5KM Run or Walk for St. John Ambulance

Oakes Park in Niagara Falls. Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. All funds will support services at St. John Ambulance within the Niagara Falls community. For any questions call 905-356-7461.

And if that is not enough, visitors can enjoy Niagara Falls tours by bike, car, or boat. Speaking of boat, the oldest Niagara Falls tourist attraction is the “Maid of Mist”, a boat ride that gives you a close-up experience of the Niagara Falls.

More Events to take place in Niagara Falls Contact Numbers Available Below

All summer long, your getaway starts when you get on board. Taking the GO Train from Toronto to Niagara is fast and convenient. GO puts Niagara Parks in your own backyard! Visit GO Transit

Once you’re here, you can take WEGO, your Ride to Fun, to all your favorite places and spaces in Niagara Parks. Get two days of WEGO access with the Niagara Falls Adventure Pass

Queen Street Celebrations

The parade begins at 11:00 a.m. from Victoria Avenue and ends at Ontario Avenue.

The Canada Day Opening Ceremonies start at 1:00 p.m. on the Main Stage of Centennial Square on Queen Street. The celebrations include family entertainment, live entertainment, and kid’s activities throughout the day. The event ends with firework displays at 8:00 p.m.

For additional information, call 905-356-7521.

Fort George

Festivities and activities at Fort George will start at 10:00 a.m. to the end of the day. The celebration includes music, musket, food, cannon firings, fireworks, and so much more.

Free admission.

Simcoe Park

The community is invited to enjoy Canada Day in Simcoe Park. Food services will be available all day. Activities included are live music and firework displays. There will also be local heritage group displays, and antique auto displays.  For more information, call 905-468-6621.

Campark Resorts

At Campark Resorts, visitors can enjoy a parade followed by a FREE HOT DOG AND CAKE to celebrate.