Join The Party At These Amazing Summer Celebrations
Summer’s arrival in Niagara fills the calendar with an incredible array of seasonal festivals, special events, and celebrations. No matter when you plan your trip, you’ll find fun ways to immerse yourself in the warm, welcoming vibes that abound at these beloved local events.
Drumming Down The Sun at Charles Daley Park
Mark the summer solstice by spending the evening of June 21st on the shores of Lake Ontario. The fifteenth annual Drumming Down The Sun event will feature group yoga on the beach as well as a drumming circle at sunset.
Head to Niagara-on-the-Lake between July 3 and July 5 to immerse yourself in Artistry By The Lake. Set in stunning Queen's Royal Park, this celebration of art, nature, and community showcases the work of over 80 local artists.
Welland Canal Float Fest
Bring your inflatables for an epic float on July 5 at the Welland Canal Float Fest and spend a leisurely afternoon and evening picnicking along the canal banks, enjoying great food, amazing live entertainment, an artisan market, and so much more!
Pig Out at Niagara’s Two Amazing Rib Festivals
Time a trip for Father’s Day weekend to hit Niagara Falls’ Ribstock Festival, or save your appetite for the August long weekend when St. Catharines hosts its annual Rotary Ribfest in Montebello Park.
Get your ‘26 Foster Festival fix by enjoying one of playwright Norm Foster’s hilarious summer productions, which include the world premieres of The Bean and Euchre Night.
Marshville Heritage Festival
Travel back in time with a trip to Wainfleet on Labour Day weekend for the Marshville Heritage Festival, a fascinating three-day event exploring the lifestyle and history of Niagara’s pioneers.
Niagara Polo
Experience the Sport of Kings for yourself on September 12. The Niagara Polo event features two four-chukker games, a traditional divot stomp with bubbly, half-time entertainment, music, food, wine and beer vendors, artisans, a silent auction, vintage and performance cars, pony rides, and loads of fun!
In addition to its many family-friendly attractions and outdoor activities, Niagara’s vibrant festival…
FAQs
Q: Does Niagara have summer festivals and special events that are suitable for tourists to attend?
A: Niagara hosts a wide range of summer festivals where visitors from outside the region are warmly welcomed, including several Canada Day celebrations, arts festivals, Port Colborne’s Canal Days, the Marshville Heritage Festival and many more.
Q: Is Niagara hosting any special events in honour of the FIFA World Cup™ games being played in Toronto?
A: Niagara is rolling out the red carpet for 2026 FIFA World Cup™ fans with activities that include a Fan Zone by the Falls with outdoor screens showing the games, Falls illuminations, themed installations, and a two-day Canada Celebrates experience on July 18 and 19.
Q: What’s the best way of finding a festival or local celebration that I can enjoy while visiting Niagara?
A: The Visit Niagara Canada events calendar is a great resource for visitors to discover the events that will be taking place while they are going to be in Niagara.
