See what's happening in Niagara Falls USA this week.
Check back each week for a list of special events and activities.
All event dates and details are subject to change. Registration and/or tickets may be required. Please contact the business directly, or visit the individual websites for pricing and ticket information.
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August 20: Outdoor Movie Night
Olcott Beach Carousel Park, 5979 Main St., Olcott
9pm. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy an outdoor showing of Rookie of the Year in the Olcott Beach Carousel Park. Concessions available. Gates open at 7pm, and movie begins at dusk (around 9pm).
August 22-23: Northwest Jazz Festival
Center Street, Lewiston / 716-754-9500
Enjoy jazz music performed by world-class musicians on five different stages, along with local food, wine and artisan vendors.
August 24: Stroll Along the Gorge
Whirlpool State Park, Niagara Scenic Parkway, Niagara Falls / 716-282-5154
12:30-2:30pm. Join us educators on a weekly walk along the gorge from Whirlpool State Park to Devil's Hole State Park to learn more about the history and ecology of our gorge parks! Registration required.
August 24: Daredevils of Niagara Tour ($)
Oakwood Cemetery, 747 Portage Road, Niagara Falls / 716-284-5131
1-2:15pm. Discover the stories of those who dared to challenge Niagara! Hear about all of the famous Daredevils of Niagara Falls who are buried at Oakwood Cemetery.
August 24: Gregory Alan Isakov ($)
Artpark, 450 South Fourth St., Lewiston / 716-754-4375
7pm. Enjoy live music from Gregory Alan Isakov at Artpark.
August 26: Wicked Sing-Along ($)
Artpark, 450 South Fourth St., Lewiston / 716-754-4375
7:30pm. A giant screen will fill the Amphitheater stage, projecting the hit movie “Wicked” as the lyrics to your favorite songs scroll across the screen. Fans of all ages can sing “Defying Gravity” and other “Wicked” tunes as loud as they like as the sun sets over the Niagara Gorge.
August 27: SNIFFari Through the Park
Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St., Niagara Falls / 716-282-5154
5:30-7pm. Join us for a walk focusing on enrichment for our furry friends with many stops along the trail to let the dogs get their fill of new scents found in the park as we discuss some of the natural phenomena and history surrounding the area. Registration required.
August 27: The Australian Pink Floyd Show ($)
Artpark, 450 South Fourth St., Lewiston / 716-754-4375
Performing the music of Pink Floyd with note for note perfection, this critically acclaimed show has been astonishing audiences worldwide for more than three decades.
August 27: Outdoor Movie Night
Olcott Beach Carousel Park, 5979 Main St., Olcott
9pm. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy an outdoor showing of Flicka in the Olcott Beach Carousel Park. Concessions available. Gates open at 7pm, and movie begins at dusk (around 9pm).
August 16-31: Niagara Falls Illumination
Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls
7:30pm-2am. Enjoy a colorful illumination display nightly.
Nightly through October 13: Fireworks over Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls State Park, Niagara Falls
10pm. Witness a spectacular display of fireworks over the Falls nightly.
Wednesdays through August 20: Newfane Summer Concert Series
Newfane Gazebo, Main Street, Newfane
7pm. Bring a chair and enjoy live music at the Newfane Gazebo.
Saturdays through August 23: Saturdays at Cataract Commons
Old Falls Street, Niagara Falls
Enjoy free entertainment and activities on Old Falls Street every Saturday, including yoga led by Soma Cura Wellness Center (10am), live music (3-8:30pm), vendors, backyard games, and more! Yogis are encouraged to bring their own mat, but we will have a limited amount for those who need one. Free and open to the public!
Saturdays through August 23: Saturday Night Car Cruise
Main Street, Olcott
5-8pm. Enjoy classic cars, music, and fun for the entire family.
Wednesdays through August 27: Wednesday Night Canal Concert Series
North Tonawanda Gateway Harbor, Sweeney Street, North Tonawanda
6pm. Enjoy free live music, food trucks and more every Wednesday along the Erie Canal!
Wednesdays through August 27: Concerts in the Park
Gill Creek Park, 3085 Niagara St., Niagara Falls / 716-478-5133
7-9pm. Enjoy live music from local musicians every Wednesday at the Gill Creek Park Gazebo. Bring a chair or blankets!
Thursdays through August 28: Food Truck Thursdays
Niagara Falls Train Station, 825 Depot Ave. West, Niagara Falls
11am-1:30pm. Enjoy live music and food trucks every Thursday afternoon. Rain or shine! Free parking available.
Thursdays through August 28: Music in the Mist
Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Welcome Center, Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St., Niagara Falls / 716-278-1796
1-4pm. Enjoy live music and lawn games at Niagara Falls State Park.
Fridays through August 29: Stroll at the Falls
Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St., Niagara Falls / 716-282-5154
2-3:30pm. Join us for a casual stroll to Prospect Point and around Goat Island to view the Falls and explore what makes this park so unique! Registration required.
Fridays through August 29: Music & Wine on the Boardwalk
Lakeview Village Shoppes, 5955 Ontario St., Olcott / 716-778-8531
5-8pm. Enjoy live music and free wine samples from local wineries at the Lakeview Village Shoppes Boardwalk in Olcott every Friday night this summer.
Fridays through August 29: Friday Night Concerts on Old Falls Street
Old Falls Street, Niagara Falls
5-10pm. Live music returns to Old Falls Street in Niagara Falls! Enjoy food trucks and live music every Friday night this summer. Opening acts will perform from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., while headlining acts will perform from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Food and beverages are available for purchase.
Exhibit on Display Through August 30: Ruth Thomas Studio Exhibit
Niagara Arts & Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls / 716-282-7530
10am-5pm. Ruth Thomas is an artist and instructor at the NACC, giving lessons to students of all ages. Stop by the Kudela Gallery (second floor) to view her students' work.
Saturdays through August 30: Yoga at the NACC ($)
Niagara Arts & Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls / 716-282-7530
10:30-11:30am. Revitalize with yoga at the NACC.
Saturdays through August 30: Yoga for Kids at the NACC ($)
Niagara Arts & Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls / 716-282-7530
12-2pm. Enjoy yoga, games, arts and crafts, and mindfulness activities for kids at the NACC.
Fridays and Saturdays through August 30: Goat Island Evening Walk
Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St., Niagara Falls / 716-282-5154
7:30-9pm. Explore and experience the beauty of Niagara Falls as day fades to night on a guided tour. Registration required.
Sundays through August 31: Hike Through History
Niagara Falls State Park, 332 Prospect St., Niagara Falls / 716-282-5154
2-3:30pm. Discover the important people and events that created and protected our nation's oldest State Park on this guided walk. Registration required.
Tuesdays-Sundays through August 31: Illusionist Leon Etienne at Niagara Falls Magic Theatre ($)
Niagara Falls Magic Theatre, 1 Prospect St., Niagara Falls / 1-800-260-7112
7-8:30pm. You've seen him on America's Got Talent, Jimmy Fallon, Masters of Illusion, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us! This jaw-dropping, critically acclaimed, family-friendly magic show is a must-see in Niagara Falls USA.
Wednesdays through September 3: Rock the Dock
Bella Vista Ristorante, 7001 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls / 716-299-0344
6-9pm. Set on our spacious two-tiered patio overlooking the scenic Niagara River, guests can unwind to the sounds of talented local musicians while enjoying handcrafted cocktails, delicious food, and the perfect summer vibes.
Thursdays through September 4: Thursday Night Free Concert Series
Castellani Columbus Square Park, 677-679 15th St., Niagara Falls
7-9pm. Enjoy free live music every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m., except on July 3, when the music runs from 6 to 9 p.m. Bring a chair or a blanket!
Exhibit on Display through September 13: Fine Arts League of Buffalo Exhibition
Niagara Arts & Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls / 716-282-7530
10am-5pm. Enjoy an art exhibition from the Fine Arts League of Buffalo at the NACC.
Available Daily through September 26: Erie Canal Flight of Five Lock Tender Tour ($)
Erie Canal Discovery Center, 24 Church St., Lockport / 716-638-1119
10am. The Erie Canal Flight of Five Lock Tender is a 45-minute narrated tour, originating at the Erie Canal Discovery Center and featuring the historic Erie Canal Flight of Five Locks, Lock Tenders Tribute Monument, and Locks District Museum. Available 10am and 12pm Monday-Friday; 10am Saturday and Sunday.
Sundays through September 28: Olcott Gazebo Summer Concert Series
Olcott Gazebo, Main Street, Olcott
2-4pm. Enjoy live music every Sunday at the Olcott Gazebo.
Mondays through September 29: Cruisin the Wurlitzer
The Wurlitzer Building, 908 Niagara Falls Blvd., North Tonawanda / 716-693-5391
5-9pm. Enjoy a car show every Monday night at the Wurlitzer building this summer. We'll have fun for all ages with music, treats from Platter’s Chocolate Factory, food and drinks from Fattey Beer Co., and more.
Exhibit on Display Saturdays through October 2025: The Railroad Bridges Over The Canal In The Tonawandas
Railroad Museum of the Niagara Frontier, 111 Oliver St., North Tonawanda / 716-694-9588
11am-4pm. The exhibit features historic photos from the Museum's archives of the multiple railroad bridges that crossed over the 1918 Barge Canal connecting Tonawanda & North Tonawanda, including construction pictures of the famous bascule lift bridge, which was never opened for canal traffic!
First Friday of every month through 2025: First Friday Wine Class ($)
Freedom Run Winery, 5138 Lower Mountain Road, Lockport / 716-433-4136
7-9pm. Learn about wine from our incredible winemaking team, Ryan Sidoti and Kurt Guba. Wine Club members save $10!
First Saturday of every month through 2025: Castellani Art Museum Public Tours
Castellani Art Museum, 7 Varsity Drive, Niagara University / 716-286-8201
1-2pm. Every first Saturday, drop in for our pay-what-you-wish, 45-minute public tour followed by a 15-minute Q&A session. Public tours feature a broad exploration of CAM exhibitions or focus on a particular exhibition.
Saturdays through December 27: Educational Winery Tours ($)
Arrowhead Spring Vineyards, 4746 Townline Road, Lockport / 716-433-6000
3-4pm. Learn about growing grapes and making wine on the Niagara Escarpment. Tour our wine cellars, enjoy a barrel sample and a flight of wine. Must be able to walk up and down staircases.
Every Other Sunday until December 28, 2025: Yoga & Wine ($)
Freedom Run Winery, 5138 Lower Mountain Road, Lockport / 716-433-4136
11am-12pm. Your instructor will lead you through an invigorating hour of breathing and stretching that will leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Please bring your yoga mat, a towel, and water. Ticket includes a wine tasting following the class.
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