The Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights has become an unforgettable winter getaway for friends and families for four decades. Over the years, the Festival has continued to expand with new light displays and events. With so much for visitors to see and do, there’s always another reason to return and enjoy the Festival multiple times over the 51 nights!
What’s happening this year:
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“Sparkling Winter Lights” Falls Illumination
To celebrate the beauty and majesty of the winter season and mark the annual Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights, an illumination light show “Sparkling Winter Lights” has been produced for Niagara Falls Tourism by the Niagara Falls Illumination Board. The display features the subtle and sometimes harsh movements inspired by winter in the north. From gentle snowfalls to the aurora borealis gliding over snowy tundra, to blizzards and the frosted falls; winter’s spectacle is exciting and magical.
The mighty American and Canadian Horseshoe Falls will come to life every evening with this tribute to the natural beauty all around us. The display is part of the regular nightly illumination of the Falls, with the five-minute lighting display playing through on the hour, at 6:00 pm, 7:00 pm and 8:00 pm each evening between November 16, 2024 and January 5, 2025.
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Fireworks Schedule
The WFOL Fireworks series will kick off on Saturday, November 16th and continue every Friday and Saturday evening at 8:00pm. Nightly shows will take place over the holidays from December 27 through until the finale on Sunday January 5th, 2025. There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the spectacular fireworks display with stunning views of the Falls this winter season!
November: 16, 22-23, 29-30 at 8:00pm
December: 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-31 at 8:00pm
December 31 * NYE at 12:00am
January: 1-5 at 8:00pm
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Hot Chocolate Trail
Warm up this winter with a delicious hot chocolate as you explore the Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights. Discover 36 unique flavours crafted by 25 exclusive locations. From classic combinations to inventive cocktails, the Naughty & Nice menus offer something for everyone, featuring a delightful mix of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options.
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FREE PHOTOS WITH SANTA Sponsored by Ontario Power Generation
In December, Santa returns to the Festival on select nights for photos at the Niagara Parks Floral Showhouse.
You are invited to visit the to meet Santa Claus and get a complimentary digital photo to capture this holiday tradition brought to you by Ontario Power Generation.
Location: Niagara Parks Floral Showhouse, 7145 Niagara River Pkwy, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X8
Dates: December 6-7, 13-14, 20-21
Time: 6pm-8pm
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Misty Lodge
New in 2024 is the addition of the Misty Lodge! Located in Queen Victoria Park, the Lodge is perfect for a quick photo-op, getting a free treat, and meeting the mischievous Misty Kids who reside inside! Open from 5:30pm-8:30pm on Fridays and Saturdays throughout the Winter Festival of Lights!
Winter Festival of Lights Radio
To get you and your family in the mood for exploring the Winter Festival of Lights and all of the illuminations and displays, listen along to the Winter Festival of Lights playlist:
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