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Celebrate the winter season and participate in a variety of holiday activities in downtown Niagara Falls, NY.
5:30-7:00 p.m. | Tree Lighting Ceremony on Old Falls Street
Enjoy appearances from Santa, a spectacular fireworks display, live entertainment from a Caroling Trio and the Niagara Falls High School Marching Band, and concessions from Bryce's Concessions at Old Falls Street's annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. This event is free and open to the public! LED Tree Wands will be available for sale for $5 each.
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Live NF Makers Market ($)
Shop dozens of local vendors, enjoy live music, and celebrate the community at this two-day market inside the Niagara Falls Convention Center in downtown Niagara Falls, NY. Admission is $2.00.
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Holiday Activities on Old Falls Street and inside Niagara Falls Convention Center
Find a flurry of festive fun to get you in the holiday spirit! See a full list of activities below.
Time | Activity | Location |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Fire Pits & S'mores Kits | Old Falls Street |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Horse and Wagonette Rides | Old Falls Street |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Santa Claus Appearances | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Indoor Curling | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Petting Zoo | Old Falls Street |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Siberian Husky Club of the Niagara Frontier | Old Falls Street |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Alpacas and Alpaca Wear | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Human-Powered Snow Cone Machine | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Holiday Mini Golf | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Frozen Bounce House | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Mechanical Snowboard | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Craft Station | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Lend a Leaf Tea Trailer | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Train Rides | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
12:00-2:00 p.m. | The Grinch & Cindy Lou Who Appearances | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
12:00-2:00 p.m. | Holiday Crafts at Niagara Falls State Park
Take a break from the cold and visit the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Welcome Center at Niagara Falls State Park for family-friendly holiday crafts and an education station!
2:30-3:30 p.m. | Jingle Falls Stroll
Join a state park guide on a casual stroll. Registration is not required, but encouraged. Meet at the Niagara Falls State Park Welcome Center. Register here.
9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. | Breakfast with Santa at Niagara Falls Convention Center ($)
Enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast, holiday activities, and a meet-and-greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus in the Cascades Ballroom at the Niagara Falls Convention in Niagara Falls, NY. Buy tickets here.
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Live NF Makers Market ($)
Shop dozens of local vendors, enjoy live music, and celebrate the community at this two-day market inside the Niagara Falls Convention Center in downtown Niagara Falls, NY. Admission is $2.00.
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Holiday Activities on Old Falls Street and inside Niagara Falls Convention Center
Find a flurry of festive fun to get you in the holiday spirit! See a full list of activities below.
Time | Activity | Location |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Fire Pits & S'mores Kits | Old Falls Street |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Horse and Wagonette Rides | Old Falls Street |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Children's Entrepreneur Market | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Petting Zoo | Old Falls Street |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Alpacas and Alpaca Wear | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Indoor Curling | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Human-Powered Snow Cone Machine | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Holiday Mini Golf | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Frozen Bounce House | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Mechanical Snowboard | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Train Rides | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | The Grinch & Cindy Lou Who Appearances | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | Craft Station | Niagara Falls Convention Center |
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | Holiday Crafts at Niagara Falls State Park
Take a break from the cold and visit the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Welcome Center at Niagara Falls State Park for family-friendly holiday crafts and an education station!
Snow Much Fun Getaway Package at Sheraton Niagara Falls: Overnight stay includes two tickets to the Live on Air Fallsview Balloon Ride, as well as breakfast with The Grinch on Sunday morning in Rainforest Cafe. (Package price includes (2) Adults & (2) Children). Valid December 6–7, 2025. Learn more.
Niagara PAL Santa Dash 5k: Run through downtown Niagara Falls and enjoy an after-race party with snacks and live entertainment. Festive attire encouraged! Race begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, December 6. Register here.
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