Annual Events and Festivals

Experience one of the exciting music, art and food festivals that take place annually in Niagara Falls USA.

Festival of Slice

November 21, 2025
A celebration of Western New York’s pizzerias, local restaurants and the culture of cup & char, the Festival of Slice returns to downtown Niagara Falls, NY this holiday season.

Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights

November 22, 2025–January 4, 2026
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.

Newfane Holiday Light Up & Parade

December 5, 2025
Enjoy the annual Light Up Newfane holiday parade down Main Street, followed by cookies, hot chocolate, a visit with Santa, carriage rides, vendors and craft shows.

Jingle Falls USA

December 5–7, 2025
Celebrate the winter season and participate in a variety of holiday activities in downtown Niagara Falls, NY, both indoors and out.

Lewiston Christmas Walk Weekend

December 5–7, 2025
Enjoy a variety of holiday activities, including a holiday market, light parade, special activities, treats, promotions and great shopping sales along Center Street in the Village of Lewiston.

Greater Niagara Fishing Expo

February 19–22, 2026
This pure fishing show and expo offers over 300 hours of fishing education and 100+ booths of fishing exhibitors.

Olcott Polar Plunge

March 1, 2026
Thousands cheer for hundreds of brave swimmers as they frolic in the icy waters of Lake Ontario at Krull Park! Tailgate partying, costumes, food and fun rule the day.

Canal Fest of the Tonawandas

July 19–26, 2026
This eight-day extravaganza features tons of live music, food and drink vendors, rides and games, a parade, car and bike cruise, arts and crafts and chalk shows, and more.

Northwest Jazz Festival

August 28–29, 2026
Enjoy jazz music performed by world-class musicians on five different stages, along with local food, wine and artisan vendors.

Niagara County Peach Festival

September 10–13, 2026
An old-fashioned festival complete with parade, peach shortcake, food, vendors, carnival rides and four days of entertainment.

Lewiston Harvest & Hops Festival

September 26–27, 2026
Lewiston's premier fall festival featuring artisan vendors, craft beer, and farmers' market.