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Come and discover the Niagara Ice Wine Festival

Published by c smith on November 5, 2018 Respond Permalink

Niagara Ice Wine Festival, Jan 11 – 27, 2019

Over the course of three weekends in January 2019, experience the Niagara Icewine Festival. Guests and visitors a like can enjoy the Twenty Valley Winter Winefest. Take part in the Niagara-on-the-Lake Icewine Festival. And finally join us here in the heart of all the action for the Niagara Falls Icewine Festival.

Celebrate the Niagara Icewine Festival throughout the month of January. Visit these amazing festivals across our great Niagara Region! Isn’t it time for you also savour incredibly tasty dishes prepared by most noteworthy award winning chefs.

Twenty Valley’s Winter WineFest

Food and drink lovers descend on the annual Twenty Valley Winter WineFest, celebrating this Niagara Icewine Festival. Now in its 10th year, the event, held over the weekend of January 11 to 13, 2019 is even more a delight. It showcases some of the best VQA wines from celebrated winemakers and gastronomic pleasures from culinary talent. Certainly on hand is more than 20 wine and restaurant vendors. Along with Canadian artists rounding out three days of live musical entertainment.

Niagara-on-the-Lake Icewine Festival

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Icewine Festival takes place January 18 to 20, 2019. Offers visitors a three day celebration of wine country’s most luxurious – and valuable dessert wine. This Niagara on the Lake Icewine Festival celebration includes a street party in the Heritage District. Enjoy ice bars and furniture. Plus an evening Icewine cocktail competition and outdoor dining experience. The Niagara Icewine Festival is yet another excellent reason to Visit Niagara, and the charming Niagara-on-the-Lake in winter.

Niagara Falls Icewine Festival

The Niagara Falls Icewine Festival is a unique Canadian winter festival, celebrated inside and out the Scotiabank Convention Centre from January 25 to January 27, 2019. Come raise a glass of one of Canada’s most cherished products, Ontario Icewine. This Niagara Icewine Festival offers delicious food, wine and live entertainments. Indoor & outdoor events will take place at the Scotiabank Convention Centre, steps away from the Niagara Falls. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door.

Xerox Icewine Gala

Experience the elegant Niagara Icewine Gala, showcasing the most luxurious Niagara wine & culinary at the Fallsview Casino Resort. The premiere event of the festival is the Xerox Icewine Gala at the Fallsview Casino Resort. This black-tie dinner is considered to be Canada’s largest and most luxurious VQA Icewine and table wine tasting event. Visitors and Guests experience over 35 award winning wineries are represented. This prestigous event takes place Friday January 11th, 2019 at the Fallsview Casino Resort.

Niagara Icewine Festival Discovery Pass Program

The Niagara Icewine Discovery Pass program is your key to three weekends of fun. Guests will enjoy wine and culinary adventures at wineries across Niagara, January 11th-27th, 2019. Travel throughout the beautiful Niagara wine country. Tasting expertly paired Icewine and food offerings at over 30 wineries. Guest Discovery passes are $45 plus HST. Passes feature 8 experience vouchers that can be redeemed at participating wineries. Similarly, a Driver’s Discovery Pass program offers non-alcoholic beverage pairings.

Every January, the Niagara Region pays tribute to its world-famous Icewine with a number of fun events. From gala evenings and tutored tastings to chestnut roasts and winery tours, the Niagara Icewine Festival offers something for the budding oenophile in everyone.

The best way to experience the events of the festival is by going to many of them, facilitated by the Discovery Pass – a passbook containing eight experience vouchers, redeemable at participating wineries.

Further more, if you enjoy ice wine, Niagara is the place for you. Certainly visit us and enjoy the comfort of great friends or rather spending real quality time with your special loved one. Take a room that is just waiting for you. Have a look at our very own Niagara Falls, Ontario, Hotel Packages. Call us directly and take advantage of the great savings that await you.

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Ring in the New Year in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Published by c smith on November 4, 2018 Respond Permalink

Ring in the New Year in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Ring in the New Year in Niagara Falls. Join one of Canada’s longest running New Year’s Eve Niagara Falls celebrations! This highly anticipated free show will begin at 8:00pm as things kicks off in Queen Victoria Park. The outdoor celebration also features a variety of food and beverage options, as well as an outdoor licensed area. Celebrate the arrival of the New Year with two magnificent fireworks displays! These will be launched from the Niagara Gorge and the Skylon Tower, at 9:00pm and midnight!

Burton Cummings

Burton Cummings is that rare artist who has transcended time, genres and generations with a body of work that continues to resonate with fans both old and new.

His voice has been rated among the finest in rock music and his extensive catalogue of songs is the envy of his contemporaries. Burton Cummings continues at the top of his game as a performer, singer, songwriter and recording artist second to none.

Walk off the Earth

Join Juno Award-winning, multi-platinum musical phenomenon, Walk Off the Earth. Based in Burlington, Ontario. Their 5-people-playing-one-guitar of Gotye’s “Somebody That I Used to Know” exploded on YouTube. This garnered over 180 million views. Since then, the band has released a string of successful original songs including, “Red Hands, “Fire In My Soul” & “Rule The World” (multi-platinum in Canada)

The Sheepdogs

Proud purveyors of guitar-driven modern-day retro rock. The Sheepdogs are known as the triple Juno Award-winning Saskatoon-based quintet. Likewise, they have expanded their sound on Changing Colours to encompass more styles and hues to enhance the Sheepdogs’ trademark. This trademark will be very distinct this New Year’s Eve Niagara Falls. Most Noteworthy enjoy their beef-and-boogie twin-axe riffs, hooks, shuffles and long-haired aesthetic.

Avenue Inn

Avenue Inn has carved a unique space in the Canadian music scene since their formation in 2012, playing countless of shows around southern Ontario. Avenue Inn has shared the stage with artists such as Coleman Hell and Young Empires. Influenced by the amplified and of bands such as the Arctic Monkeys, Kings of Leon, and the Arkells. These Niagara Falls natives have been certainly crafting their own approach to alternative rock with their brand new album “Tonight”.

New Years Eve Fireworks shows 9pm and Midnight

Enjoy New Year’s Eve Niagara Falls with a spectacular fireworks show over Niagara Falls at 9pm sponsored by Tim Hortons. Furthermore the grand finale at midnight with fireworks from released from both the gorge and Skylon Tower, after a special countdown ceremony!

Finally ring in New Year’s Eve Niagara Falls 2019 here in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Join one of Canada’s longest running New Year’s Eve celebrations in Queen Victoria Park!

If you enjoy wine, and the comfort of great friends or that special loved one, then maybe take a room waiting for you. Be sure to have a look at our very own Niagara Falls Ontario, Hotel Packages and take advantage of the great savings that await you.

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Cascades of Fire Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Published by c smith on November 3, 2018 Respond Permalink

Cascades of Fire 2018 Niagara Falls

For the first time ever visitors to Niagara Falls will witness Cascades of Fire Niagara Falls International Fireworks Competition as the signature event of the Winter Festival of Lights, and is being presented by Hornblower Cruises.

This November, Niagara Falls will be hosting Cascades of Fire International Fireworks Competition. Teams from countries all over the world including Brazil, China, and Italy will present 18-minute pyrotechnic shows synchronized to music, which are reviewed by a panel of judges. Awards will then finally be presented to the participants at the event’s closing ceremonies scheduled for Sunday November 18^th. Enjoy this new annual event Cascades of Fire Niagara Falls.

The event will be held at Queen Victoria Park, at the foot of Clifton Hill’s extremely popular amusement area. There is no admission fee for the firework competition and visitors will have full access through Queen Victoria Park.

Here is the full schedule for the event with competing teams:

China – Friday November 9th

Friday, November 9th: Team China

China is represented by Celebrations Fireworks from Liuyang, China

Finland – Saturday November 10th

Saturday, November 10th: Team Finland

Finland is represented by Pyroman Finland Ltd. from Espoo, Finland

Brazil – Sunday November 11th

Sunday, November 11th: Team Brazil

Brazil is represented by Fireworks Do Brasil from Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Vietnam – Friday November 16th

Friday, November 16th: Team Vietnam

Vietnam is represented by Da Nang Fireworks Display Team, DaNang, Vietnam

Italy – Saturday November 17th

Saturday, November 17th: Team Italy

Italy is represented by I.P.O.N. Fireworks S.R.L. from Ottaviano, Italy

Canada – Sunday November 18th

Sunday, November 18th: Team Canada

Canada is represented by David Whysall International Fireworks Inc. from Canada

As you can see from the competitor line-up, each team hails from different corners of the world and will be showcasing their own unique theme, music, creativity, effects and synchronization! Furthermore, each team is among the best around the World. And therefore hold a huge number of awards and accolades between them.

Niagara Falls has certainly hosted many traditional firework shows over the years. The teams in this competition will above all get as imaginative as possible. Most noteworthy bringing their best displays to the audience. Another reason to experience this show is that each team will be synchronizing the fireworks with music. Therefore putting together some incredible multi-sensory spectacles.

Each show starts at 9:00 PM and pits some of the best pyrotechnic companies in the world against each other in the 6-day competition. There is a diverse group of teams from across the globe which include: China, Finland, Brazil, Vietnam, Italy with a special closing ceremony event by the host country: Team Canada.

JUDGING PANEL

The decision of the judging panel is final. Teams will be rated as follows:

Theme and choice of music – 20 points
Creativity – 20 points
Selection of Effects and use within the display – 20 points
Synchronization to the music selection – 20 points
Crowd reaction and appreciation – 20 points

At the end of each display, each jury member will rate the performance according to the above criteria. The awards will be presented by the Mayor of Niagara Falls at the closing ceremony scheduled for Sunday, November 18th.

Tune your radio to Star 102.5 on each night of the event to hear the accompanying music for each pyrotechnic show

Cascades of Fire is a one-of-a-kind experience that will be a highlight of any Niagara Falls vacation. Start planning your getaway today!

If you enjoy fireworks, you will enjoy Cascades of Fire Niagara Falls 2018 with the comfort of great friends or that special loved one.

Take a room waiting for you. Have a look at our very own Niagara Falls Ontario, Hotel Packages. Take advantage of the great savings that await you.

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The Winter Festival of Lights – Niagara Falls

Published by c smith on November 2, 2018 Respond Permalink

The Winter Festival of Lights is a Family Tradition

The most enchanting of Niagara attractions, is The Winter Festival of Lights. This Festival of Light has become a Holiday tradition for over one million visitors from around the globe. Enjoy spectacular light displays, the Fallsview Sound and Light Show. Cast your eyes at the Holiday Lights Tours and over 2 million lights displayed along the Niagara Parkway. Drive through Dufferin Islands and throughout the great city of Niagara Falls. Visitors can come and experience these brand new, fully interactive lighting displays. Be the first to get your selfie.

The Loop – Artists Olivier Girouard, Jonathan Villeneuve and Ottoblix

This illuminated musical installation, featuring a distinctive retro-futuristic look, uses cylinders two metres in diameter. Members of the public are invited to sit down inside and activate the mechanism, causing beautiful images inspired by 13 fairy tales to come to life. On display from November 30,2018 to January 3, 2019. The Loop is inspired by the zoetrope, an optical toy invented in the 19^th century. Loop is a cross between a music box, a zoetrope and a railway handcar.

Flower from the Universe – Artist Titia EX

A light flower, with a heart, modelled after a brain cell, encircled by graceful stems. Visitors walk around the artwork. Guests set off a wave of moving colours. The flower itself records the colours surrounding it and transfers these to the ‘petals’. On the edges of the petals the reflected colours gradually run into one another. In contrast a dynamic interplay is created with both the viewer and the surroundings influencing the flower. Titia Ex is an artist whose ideas are shaped by the experience of space.

Infinite Support – Artist Lightform

Visitors will see two drop shaped objects who need each other to stay upright. If guests come even closer, the sculpture, that can be touched, turns out to contain mirrors. The art is suggesting an unfathomable depth. Infinite Support is a project created by four sworn friends, focusing on finding exiting applications of new technologies. LightForm is a Dutch collective consisting of Daniel Thomassen, Raoul van der Ploeg, Dorus van Lieshout and Ivar Posthumus.

Lightpiano 2.0 – Artist Kleurbleur

Inspired by the question “How can music and image become one?” the LightPiano 2.0 is created. It is both an artwork and an instrument. The cubes placed in this spatial composition are connected to the keys of the piano. By playing the piano, music and light are created simultaneously and the sound of the piano is being visualized. This artwork allows the audience not only to play the piano but also to play the light. The result is a special kind of instrument that resonates with both ears, eyes and heart. Don’t hesitate and play!

Open Lounge – Artist Geraud Periole

Open Lounge is like magic, we imagine ourselves in a ballroom of a palace with the starry sky as ceiling and everybody is invited, and that’s exactly the idea behind this project. Each chandelier is handcrafted by the artist and can be hung in different setups. About Geraud Periole – For more than 20 years, Géraud Périole has been working as a light designer. Périole understands how best to illuminate historical buildings, monuments and public spaces.

Impulse – Artist Lateral Office and CS Design

The installation of Impulse is an interactive work comprising a series of 15 seesaws with light and sound that changes when in motion. The seesaws form units of light and sound that can be activated by the public to create an ever-changing composition. By playing on the seesaws, you create a dynamic light and sound wave giving a pulse of warmth to the winter’s short days and dark nights. Fifteen illuminated seesaws that when put into motion by people the lights will increase in intensity and sounds will be emitted.

Today I Love You – Artists Massimo Uberti and Marco Pollice

Today I Love You. A sentence excelling at splendid simplicity. A magical sentence, which seems to come from a beautiful dream you don’t yet want to wake up from. Today I Love You is the message has been fixed in time, making it possible for the visitor to enjoy the comforting words over and over again. About Massimo Uberti & Marco Pollice – The Italian light artist Massimo Uberti is known for minimalistic and sculptural light installations. His works are simple in form, symmetric and manufactured with neon lights.

More About the Winter Festival of Lights

The Ontario Power Generation Winter Festival of Lights transforms Niagara Falls into a palette of breathtaking colour. Millions of sparkling lights and animated displays located within the Niagara Parks, Dufferin Islands and surrounding tourist districts.

Illuminations include fifteen Canadian Wildlife displays. People will enjoy The Sylma as well as over fifty trees are wrapped in lights in Dufferin Islands. Most noteworthy is the world’s largest Canadian-American Flag. The light show on the Toronto Power Generating Station. The two-storey tall Zimmerman Fountain. Walk among the Three-dimensional Angels at the Niagara Parks Police Building. And finally a visitor favourite, is Noah’s Ark! Plus don’t miss exciting programming happening throughout the Winter Festival of Lights season like the Fallsview Sound & Light Show at the Oakes Hotel. Furthermore do check out Deck the Falls Holiday Tour, along with the Winter Festival of Lights Opening Ceremonies in Niagara Parks Queen Victoria Park. In January, the Niagara Falls Icewine Festival will furthermore add to your palette of the senses.

ONTARIO POWER GENERATION Presents the WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Above all, enjoy Canada’s foremost illumination festival in Niagara Falls as we capture the magic of the holiday season! This year the festival will run from Saturday November 3, 2018 to Thursday January 31, 2019.

The Ontario Power Generation Winter Festival of Lights was founded 36 years ago in 1982. Likewise the Winter Festival of Lights is proud to be Canada’s largest illumination festival. It is the premiere illumination festival in North America, due to the fact this festival is attracting over 1.5 million visitors and 450 motor coaches annually.

Come finally enjoy all this with great friends or that special loved one. Maybe take a room waiting for you. Certainly be sure to have a look at our very own Niagara Falls Ontario, Hotel Packages and take advantage of the great savings that await you.

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Canada Day Celebrations in Niagara Falls Ontario

Published by c smith on June 15, 2018 Respond Permalink

Canada Day Celebrations in Niagara Falls Ontario

Visit our global landmark and join us for a weekend of fun for the entire family. Enjoy live music and entertainment, countless attractions, and the anticipated Canada Day Parade followed by an extended dazzling fireworks show over the Falls to celebrate our great country’s birth! Celebrate the anniversary of this great nation, in one of its most iconic destinations!

Canada Day is the national day of Canada. A federal statutory holiday, it celebrates the anniversary of the July 1, 1867, enactment of the Constitution Act, 1867, which united the three separate colonies of Canada, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick into a single Dominion within the British Empire called Canada.

Originally called Dominion Day, the holiday was renamed in 1982, the year the Canada Act was passed. Canada Day celebrations take place throughout the country, as well as in various locations around the world, attended by Canadians living abroad.

In 2018, from Friday June 29th to Sunday July 1st, we invite you to celebrate Canada Day Niagara Falls.

Niagara Parks is set to once again mark Canada’s birthday with a full lineup of events over the July 1st long weekend! Celebrate all long weekend at Niagara Parks and enjoy free live concert performances by Basia Bulat and The Darcys

Basia Bulat – Niagara Stage – Canada Day Niagara Falls

June 30, 8 to 9:15pm

Basia Bulat has become one of Canada’s most conspicuous talents. Juno nominated and shortlisted for the prestigious Polaris Music Prize, she often appears solo in gigantic halls, winning over crowds with an autoharp or charango, stomping feet and two mighty lungs. Her songs have been adapted for major performances with symphony orchestras, and she’s been tapped for prestigious tributes to Leonard Cohen and The Band.

The Darcys – Niagara Stage – Canada Day Niagara Falls

July 1, 8 to 10pm

The Darcys are an alternative pop duo from Toronto, Canada that combine the anthemic songwriting of The Killers and Arctic Monkeys with the dance-floor-ready fun of Chromeo and Justice. Their music is lush with vibrant synths, 808s and funk bass that makes their sound feel as at home in today’s modern pop landscape as it would in a crate of classic vinyl. The Darcys last studio record, Centerfold, a California postcard rich with themes of escape was both a commercial and artistic breakthrough for the band.

Canada Day Niagara Falls Celebration

Canada Day Niagara Falls on Queen Street

Sunday, July 1, 2018

Canada Day in Niagara Falls has been a tradition in our beautiful City for over 30 years. Bringing our entire community together. For residents and visitors to enjoy and share our special bond. Of living in one of the greatest countries in the world and celebrating our freedom, values and diversity.

Presented by the Niagara Falls Canada Day Planning Team, is the largest Canada Day celebration in the Niagara Region. And one of the largest Canada Day Celebrations in Ontario. Please join us this year on Canada Day.

Date: Sunday, July 1, 2018

Location: Queen Street (Downtown Niagara Falls) and surrounding city streets

Click here to see all the amazing downtown activities.

Fireworks – Canada Day Niagara Falls

June 29, June 30 & July 1 @ 10pm (weather permitting)

Visit the global landmark and join us for a weekend of fun for the entire family. Enjoy live music and entertainment, countless attractions. The anticipated Canada Day Parade followed by a dazzling fireworks show over the Falls to celebrate our great country’s birth!

Celebrate the anniversary of this great nation, in one of its most iconic destinations!

Experience this Canada Day with your family and loved ones in the heart of all the action. We have a great room waiting for you. Be sure to have a look at our very own Niagara Falls Ontario, Hotel Packages and take advantage of the great savings that await you.

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Looking for a great weekend getaway? Then Just GO Visit Niagara!

Published by c smith on June 10, 2018 Respond Permalink

Looking for a weekend getaway? Just GO! Visit Niagara!

The Just GO Niagara Seasonal Train Service operates weekends throughout the summer, providing seamless access to all that Niagara has to offer. From hiking the Niagara gorge, to cycling along the Niagara River, to sailing into the mist of the Horseshoe Falls, your weekend begins here.

It is back! The ever popular Niagara Seasonal Weekend GO Train Service is back this summer (June 22-September 3). As well as continuing to the weekend of October 3 through October 5, 2018. You will not want to miss all that is happening here!

Make way for a family getaway for the weekend or a day trip with friends. We’ve got you covered with trains departing from Union Station and stopping at Exhibition, Port Credit, Oakville, Burlington, St. Catharine’s and ending at Niagara Falls, ON.

Your Weekend begins here! Just Go Visit Niagara!

Getting to the brink of the falls from Toronto just got a whole lot easier. This summer, plan your weekend getaway to Niagara Falls with GO Niagara Seasonal Train service and the Niagara Parks.

Your round-trip ticket includes your GO Train to Niagara as well as two-day access to WEGO, the hop-on, hop-off bus service that travels throughout the city of Niagara Falls and Niagara Parks. New this season, you’ll also have access to the Niagara-on-the-Lake extension.

Why not come Explore Niagara this weekend? Just GO Visit Niagara!

Take the summer GO Train to Niagara Falls, and combine travel with a two-day access to WEGO, the hop-on, hop-off bus service that travels throughout the city of Niagara Falls and Niagara Parks. WEGO has bike racks on front of all buses.

Trains will be running on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays during the summer months will also be equipped with 2-3 bike cars that can each hold up to 18 bikes – exclusive to the Niagara Seasonal Weekend GO Train Service!

Make your own Getaway and Come Explore Niagara! Just GO Visit Niagara!

Just Go Visit Niagara! And Experience the wonder of it all.

Experience one wonder after another on a getaway to discover one of the most famous waterfalls in the world. Explore Niagara! The perfect locale for every type of vacation – from a romantic escape or ultimate family getaway. Most noteworthy, you will probably be so thrilled you chose us for an adventurous weekend away. Just GO Visit Niagara and find it all in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada.

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Niagara is for Cyclists. Come Bike Ontario on some of the best routes.

Published by c smith on June 9, 2018 Respond Permalink

Its time to cycle Niagara, bring your bike and ride.

Discover the quitter side of Niagara Falls, the Niagara Region and Niagara south. With this spectacular trail ride along the Niagara River Recreational Trail, Friendship Trail and Welland Canal Parkway Trail. A 125km bike tour awaits you. Fully paved and easy riding conditions. You can make for a wonderful weekend getaway and cycling experience. Limited road riding and unique ferry jaunt over the Canal, this looped ride is well suited for all types of cyclists. Come stay in the heart of all the action, bring your bike and ride! See all the great information as you Cycle Niagara, as the great Niagara Cycling Tourism website, that can be found by clicking here.

The Greater Niagara Circle Route trail system is over 140 kilometres in length and suitable for walking, cycling and rollerblading. The trail is paved and the right of way is three metres wide in most places. Bounded by Lake Ontario on the north, the Niagara River on the east, Lake Erie on the south and the Welland Canal on the west, you are seldom far from water. The tour links the following trails to create a circular route through the heart of Niagara. The circle route also shares its path with the Trans Canada Trail.

Niagara River Recreation Trail

Constructed in 1986, the 56 km Niagara River Recreation Trail is a touring cyclist’s dream. Along its length, you will find scores of attractions, restaurants, and shops, most with bicycle racks and restrooms. Paralleling the Niagara River, the trail extends from historic Fort Erie through Niagara Falls to end at Fort George in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Along the way, you’ll be treated to historic sites, wonderful dining opportunities and the breathtaking scenic vistas that make this trail one of the finest in all the world.

The Friendship Trail

Along on the Friendship Trail there is easy access to scores of golden sand beaches on the shores of Lake Erie. The route parallels the north shore of the lake as it passes through farmland and quiet residential areas. Stunning views of the Buffalo skyline await. The Friendship Trail offers options for enthusiasts of all sorts.

A most noteworthy of a rail line, the old right of way has been converted to a multi-use recreational path connecting Port Colborne with Fort Erie some 30 kilometres to the east.

Welland Canals Parkway Trail

Starting in the Garden City of St. Catharines, the route passes by Thorold, where “the ships climb the mountain”. Ascending 42.5 metres/139.5 feet in only three lengths of the vessel, the world’s largest flight locks is an absolute “must see” on the tour.

Climb aboard the free Port Robinson Ferry on your way to the City of Welland. The Welland Canal Parkway Trail passes along the flower-strewn banks of the canal. See the Welland River actually passing beneath the old canal.

Waterfront Trail

The Waterfront Trail begins in Niagara-on-the-Lake at Butler’s Park and stretches 650km to the Québec border, with 900km of signed trail. Visit www.waterfronttrail.org. The 15km portion between St. Catharines and Niagara-on-the-Lake (including George Nicholson Trail).

Between the Escarpment and Lake Ontario you’ll pass through Niagara’s celebrated vineyards and fruit stands in a landscape worthy of a painting by Cézanne. Stop in Niagara-on-the-Lake, widely regarded as Canada’s prettiest small town.

The Greenbelt Route

Journey through Niagara Region’s fruit belt from Grimsby to Niagara-on-the-lake. In Lincoln, ride along the Escarpment ledge and stop at a scenic vineyard. Or a well-stocked fruit stand along the way. In downtown St. Catharines, relax on a patio, pick up some lunch or visit a bike shop. Enjoy a combination of urban and agricultural landscapes as you make your way to historic Niagara-on-the-Lake, regarded as Canada’s prettiest small town. The total distance of the Greenbelt Route is 475 km. Come enjoy 48 km of this incredible trail.

Greater Niagara Circle Route

Whatever is your pleasure, excitement, tranquility, discovery, or even fine dining and fine wine, you’ll find it all on your bike along the Greater Niagara Circle Route.

On your tour, you will pass through bustling urban centers, welcoming towns and quaint villages. You’ll visit waterfronts that afford an opportunity to sightsee, swim, or simply take a break from pedalling.

Along the Friendship Trail, agriculture is the theme, and of course, twice along the way, you’ll experience the Niagara Escarpment. With its Carolinian forests and its status as a United Nations Biosphere Reserve. Wherever on the circle you chose to begin, you’ll visit seven of Niagara’s twelve municipalities. And remember, since you encounter an area that piques your interest then stop. You can always take a side-trip to explore even more of the richness of Niagara.

Our Travelodge by Wyndham, Travelodge by the Falls, Niagara Falls Hotel welcomes Cyclists and Bike Riders alike. We will have a great room, as your Cycle Niagara, with hot showers and the comforts you have come to enjoy with a room waiting for you. Be sure to have a look at our very own Niagara Falls Ontario, Hotel Packages and take advantage of the great savings that await you.

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Celebrate Greatness of Ontario Wines, in the heart of Wine Country Ontario

Published by c smith on June 9, 2018 Respond Permalink

Enjoy all that Wine Country Ontario has to offer here in Niagara

Niagara Ontario Canada has become famous for its wines here in Wine Country Ontario. Are you looking for wineries in the Niagara Region? Or a specific winery in Niagara on the Lake, or the Twenty Valley Area? Niagara is gaining international recognition as a ‘must visit’ destination. Come enjoy a beautiful country escape with a bit of food and drink. Twenty-five vineyards dot the landscape just 15 to 20 minutes outside Niagara Falls, Canada. You will find these in the quiet and charming town of Niagara on the Lake.

If you fall in love with our wine, consider planning a Niagara vacation around one of our popular annual Niagara Wine Festivals. The Niagara Wine Festival, which occurs annually in autumn. This includes tours and tastings at Niagara vineyards, concerts, Niagara cuisine, artisan shows, and family entertainment. The Niagara Icewine Festival in January celebrates Ontario’s most famous wine in a winter wonderland setting, and the Niagara New Vintage Festival in summer gives visitors a chance to be the first to try the year’s wines.

No Visit to the heart of Wine Country Ontario would be complete without a proper visit to a few wineries. If we had to maybe choose just a very select few, then our most noteworthy choices would be as follows.

Pillitteri Estates Winery

Winemaking at Pillitteri Estates Winery operates with a philosophy that treats each vineyard and each wine as individual, since each has its own personality to express.

Visit Pillitteri Estates Winery’s one of a kind barrel cellar not only contains one of the world’s largest concrete tables. It holds a collection of 23 specially commissioned stainless steel chairs. Each that symbolically tell the story of the Pillitteri family.

Riverview Cellars Estates Winery

After more than 20 years of grape growing Riverview Cellars Estates Winery, still remains very much a family effort. Excellent rich soils and the talents of Wine Country Ontario Winemaker Angela Kasimos create award-winning wines year after year.

Angelina’s Reserve Chardonnay among whites, and Bordeaux-style reds, like the triple award-winning Cabernet Franc. Specialized Icewines have enjoyed gold-medal accolades.

Reif Estates Winery

Klaus Reif’s philosophy that “great wines start in the vineyard” is the cornerstone of the quality and integrity of Reif Estate wines. This belief, to produce predominantly estate bottled wines has provided our winemaker Roberto DiDomenico.

Over time a vineyard will express its ‘terroir’, loosely translated as ‘a sense of place’. We believe Reif’s terroir is best expressed by the wines produced in the First Growth Collection.

The Ice House Winery

At The Ice House, their signature wine is called ‘Northern Ice’. Crafted by leaving grapes on the vines well into winter. This allows nature to cultivate the grape’s flavor complexity as it ripens.

The more traditional dessert Icewine, is sweet, with rich fruit tones. And the newer “toasting” Icewine style which was designed for a more balanced, crisp, refreshing mouthfeel. Maybe honour your guests when they enter your home, by raising a small glass of Icewine to “toast the land”.

The Hare Wine Co

The Hare Wine co, fittingly a symbol of fertility and good fortune, offers one of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s newest winery experiences, celebrating the region’s historical bounty. Since The Hare Wine Co., you will sense a shift in time to the founding days of this vibrant and abundant agricultural area.

Our winery pays tribute to this legacy by harnessing the best of the farm lands. They create perfectly balanced wines and premium varietal Icewines.

Lundy Manor Wine Cellars

Since Lundy Manor is home to exceptional wines crafted from premium grape varieties. Our wines are cellared at our estate mansion on the historic Lundy’s Lane. Lundy Manor Wine Cellars is A VQA winery, producing 100% Niagara Wines.

On 60 acres of lush garden land and vineyards. Guests are warmly invited to stroll our grounds. Enjoy a wine flight with specialty food pairings in our Edson Taylor Lounge or on one of our two patios.

50 wineries here in Wine Country Ontario, region along the shores of Lake Ontario. Discover the best of the region’s vineyards by following the Wine Country Ontario, Wine Route of Ontario through the countryside by car, bike or a guided tour. Many Wine Country Ontario Niagara wineries have restaurants, where they pair their fine wines with regional cuisine. Make it a romantic getaway or better yet, bring the girlfriends and enjoy a great time away.

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Greg Frewin Theatre – Winter Concert Series 2018

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Greg Frewin Theatre – Winter Concert Series 2018

The Greg Frewin Theatre is the best place for concerts. Enjoy the Greg Frewin Theatre Winter Concert Series 2018 in this Las Vegas Style theatre. Furthermore, come experience the best in Niagara Falls concerts with the Greg Frewin Theatres. And as a result, Why not add lunch or dinner to your show? While, the Greg Frewin Theatre offers an incredible buffet and is rather the best value in town! Consequently, be sure to add it to your cart when checking out when you purchase your tickets. This all-star Greg Frewin Theatre Winter Concert Series 2018 line-up features acts that pay tribute to so many incredible artists. Explore the Travelodge by the Falls many hotel packages that await for you; and maybe make it a special weekend getaway. We will be happy to assist you.

Creedence Clearwater Survival

The Ultimate John Fogerty – CCR Story! – Friday, January 26th, 2018

6:30 PM – DINNER STARTS (see menu)

8:00 PM – SHOW STARTS

A unique opportunity to experience the rise of the legendary ‘Creedence Clearwater Revival’.Explore the story and music of the driving force behind the band; take a ride on the Bayou, from the beginning of the group, and into the solo career of John Fogerty. A not to be missed, nostalgic and explosive, Rock ’n Roll escape!

Out of the Fog Comes; The Man, The Group, The Music, The Story!

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Why not add Dinner to your show? Our incredible buffet dinner is the best value in town! Make sure to add it to your cart when checking out by clicking the button above.

Fleetwood Nicks & Practically Petty

A Live Tribute to Fleetwood Mac & Tom Petty -Friday, February 23rd, 2018

6:00 PM – DINNER STARTS (see menu)7:00 PM – SHOW STARTS

Fleetwood Nicks – Fleetwood Nicks is a Toronto-based Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks Tribute Act. Exploring material from Rumours to Stevie’s solo work to Tom Petty/Stevie Nicks hits as well. This is not a clone band but you will have a hard time telling this because of the likeness between Anna & Stevie. Fleetwood Nicks portrays Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks with an incredible authenticity. Back by seasoned professionals, it is definitely a show you will not want to miss.

Practically Petty – Tom Petty Tribute Band, Practically Petty have been mesmerizing audiences throughout Canada since forming in the Fall of 2009. Every performance is true to the spirit and essence of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. The Tom Petty look and sound. The group also pride themselves on utilizing the same equipment as the Heartbreakers just so as not to leave any stone unturned. their extensive song catalog includes all of Petty’s hits with the Heartbreakers as well as his solo work and other side projects like The Traveling Wilburys. If you love Tom Petty heartbreakers Practically Petty is the show for you.

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Why not add Dinner to your show? Our incredible buffet dinner is the best value in town! Make sure to add it to your cart when checking out. (see menu)

KOMEDY FOR KIDNEYS

Niagara Comedy Fest – Thursday, March 7th, 2018

Doors open at 7pm with cash bar & silent auction

8:20pm show starts. Vegas Style dinner theatre with tables of (8) eight.

On Wednesday March 7th, enjoy the Funniest Night in Niagara at the 11th Annual Komedy for Kidneys Rodney Pentland Memorial Benefit Show. It’s two-hours of “pee your pants” funny, featuring some of Canada’s foremost comedians and rising stars. Past show performers include: James Cunningham, Derek Edwards, Glen ‘That Canadian Guy’ Foster, Shannon Laverty, Mike MacDonald, Nikki Payne, and K. Trevor Wilson.

Buy Tickets To Komedy For Kidneys

Sorry, No Children Allowed. – Tickets start at just $30.99 CDN plus tax.

The 2018 line-up including show headliner will be announced in mid-January. Stay tuned!

This is the best two hours of comedy around!

Niagara Falls Elvis Festival

Elvis will enter the building – Friday April 20th through Sunday April 22nd, 2018

Canada is the only country outside of the US where Elvis performed on stage. To celebrate Elvis and his connection to Canada, the Niagara Falls Elvis Festival is a three-day festival of Graceland style entertainment and competition.

If you have a burning love for Elvis Presley, then you’re about to be all shook up.

Imagine three days of non-stop Graceland style Elvis celebration held at a premiere Las Vegas style venue including:

Must-See Elvis Gala Shows
2 Day Elvis Competition; Grand Champion to be crowned on Sunday
Delicious Food
Fun times & cool surprises

“This was the best Elvis Festival I have ever been to, well organized with great talent and food. Can’t wait for another next year.” – Doreen Mikolasek

“Excellent!! very well organized and fun for all.” – Joyce Turner

For the second year in a row, Niagara Falls will host an official Elvis event sanctioned by Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. | Graceland. If you love the King of Rock & Roll, then you’ll want to be a part of this ultimate inaugural Elvis tribute experience.

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Why not take advantage of all that Niagara Falls has to offer. Come explore and take advantage of our Travelodge by the Falls Hotel Packages

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Fallsview Casino Entertainment – January Concerts 2018

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Fallsview Casino Entertainment – January Concerts 2018

Enjoy the Fallsview Casino Entertainment – January Concerts 2018. Be entertained in one of the only 1,500-seats in this theatre offers state-of-the-art production for the biggest stars. You’re never more than 100 feet away from amazing entertainers, so come and stay with us and see all your favourite stars! A short walk, quick cab or WEGO, will get you at the Fallsview Casino Entertainment Resort which features the best in entertainment with over 250 shows per year.

Lifehouse – Jan 5

Come start hte Fallsview Casino Entertainment January Concerts 2018 off in style. Lifehouse, known for their infectious, upbeat songs and emotionally charged ballads. Enjoy Billboard Music Award winners lyrics that have spanned over a decade on the music scene. This lyrics include the hits as Hanging by a Moment, Hurricane, You and Me, Broken and Whatever It Takes.

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Richard Marx – Jan 6

Enjoy the great Grammy Award winning songwriter and producer Richard Marx. Experience this Artist first hand as her performs his biggest hits. Such hits as Hold On To The Nights, Satisfied, Don’t Mean Nothing, Endless Summer Nights and Should’ve Known Better.

Why not make it a Romantic Evening and try our Niagara Falls Romance Package

Twist and Shout – Jan 11 through Jan 18

Take a magical mystery tour to the 1960s, where peace, love and flower power ruled the day. Relive the greatest hits from The Beatles, The Rolling Stones. Furthermore enjoy songs from The Beach Boys, and Everly Brothers. In addition too The Four Seasons and The Drifters. There are many more iconic names from the swinging 60s.

Enjoy this great swinging performance with a great Niagara Falls Hotel Bed and Breakfast Package

The Spinners – Jan 19 and Jan 20

Explore the Legendary R&B recording artists The Spinners. In addition these six-time Grammy nominee artists have never lost their universal appeal. Throughout the years they have sold millions of records and topped both the Pop and R&B charts with smash hits like I’ll Be Around and Then Came You.

Getaway and enjoy these R&B recording artists with our Niagara Falls Getaway Hotel Package

Fracne Yip, Maria Cordero, Elisa Chan, 葉麗儀, 瑪俐亞, 陳潔靈 – Jan 21 and Jan 22

Celebrate Hong Kong Cantopop singer Frances Yip as she is joined by powerhouse singer and actress Maria Cordero. In addition add the illustrious singer Elisa Chan. And get ready for an evening of fresh musical arrangements to their classic hit songs. Join these incredible Chinese Artists for a fun filled evening of Cantopop songs.

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Jim Gaffigan – The Fixer Upper Tour – Jan 25 & Jan 26

Jim Gaffigan is a Grammy nominated comedian and actor. In addition to a New York Times best-selling author and top touring performer. He is also a father of five. Jim Gaffigan is known around the world for his unique brand of humour. As a result this humour largely revolves around fatherhood. In addition to his observations on life and food.

Why not make it a Romantic Evening and try our Niagara Falls Romance Package

Jake Owen – Good Company Tour – Jan 27

Jake Owen is a Country music singer-songwriter and ACA and ACM Award winner. Known the world over for his thrilling performances and laid-back style of country. Experience Owen’s signature sound with his greatest hits. These hits include Barefoot Blue Jean Night, Startin’ With Me, Days of Gold, Good Company and more.

Enjoy this great swinging performance with a great Niagara Falls Hotel Bed and Breakfast Package

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China – Friday November 9th

Finland – Saturday November 10th

Brazil – Sunday November 11th

Vietnam – Friday November 16th

Italy – Saturday November 17th

Canada – Sunday November 18th

JUDGING PANEL

Tune your radio to Star 102.5 on each night of the event to hear the accompanying music for each pyrotechnic show

The Winter Festival of Lights is a Family Tradition

The Loop – Artists Olivier Girouard, Jonathan Villeneuve and Ottoblix

Flower from the Universe – Artist Titia EX

Infinite Support – Artist Lightform

Lightpiano 2.0 – Artist Kleurbleur

Open Lounge – Artist Geraud Periole

Impulse – Artist Lateral Office and CS Design

Today I Love You – Artists Massimo Uberti and Marco Pollice

More About the Winter Festival of Lights

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Canada Day Celebrations in Niagara Falls Ontario

Basia Bulat – Niagara Stage – Canada Day Niagara Falls

June 30, 8 to 9:15pm

The Darcys – Niagara Stage – Canada Day Niagara Falls

July 1, 8 to 10pm

Canada Day Niagara Falls Celebration

Canada Day Niagara Falls on Queen Street

Sunday, July 1, 2018

Fireworks – Canada Day Niagara Falls

June 29, June 30 & July 1 @ 10pm (weather permitting)

Looking for a weekend getaway? Just GO! Visit Niagara!

Your Weekend begins here! Just Go Visit Niagara!

Why not come Explore Niagara this weekend? Just GO Visit Niagara!

Make your own Getaway and Come Explore Niagara! Just GO Visit Niagara!

Just Go Visit Niagara! And Experience the wonder of it all.

Its time to cycle Niagara, bring your bike and ride.

Niagara River Recreation Trail

The Friendship Trail

Welland Canals Parkway Trail

Waterfront Trail

The Greenbelt Route

Greater Niagara Circle Route

Enjoy all that Wine Country Ontario has to offer here in Niagara

Pillitteri Estates Winery

Riverview Cellars Estates Winery

Reif Estates Winery

The Ice House Winery

The Hare Wine Co

Lundy Manor Wine Cellars

Greg Frewin Theatre – Winter Concert Series 2018

Creedence Clearwater Survival

The Ultimate John Fogerty – CCR Story! – Friday, January 26th, 2018

8:00 PM – SHOW STARTS

Fleetwood Nicks & Practically Petty

A Live Tribute to Fleetwood Mac & Tom Petty -Friday, February 23rd, 2018

KOMEDY FOR KIDNEYS

Niagara Comedy Fest – Thursday, March 7th, 2018

Niagara Falls Elvis Festival

Elvis will enter the building – Friday April 20th through Sunday April 22nd, 2018

Fallsview Casino Entertainment – January Concerts 2018

Lifehouse – Jan 5

Richard Marx – Jan 6

Twist and Shout – Jan 11 through Jan 18

The Spinners – Jan 19 and Jan 20

Fracne Yip, Maria Cordero, Elisa Chan, 葉麗儀, 瑪俐亞, 陳潔靈 – Jan 21 and Jan 22

Jim Gaffigan – The Fixer Upper Tour – Jan 25 & Jan 26