The Best Of Niagara Falls In June

Heavenly weather and a full lineup of events conspire to make June a perfect time to visit Niagara Falls USA. Start planning your trip now!

June Events in Niagara Falls USA

Lewiston GardenFest

June 15-16, 2024. Every summer in Niagara County, the neighborhoods of leafy Lewiston bloom into an open-air garden festival. Center Street will be the hub of the events, with everything from nursery booths to gardening master demos. Even if you don’t arrive in Niagara with a green thumb, you’ll leave with one.

Olcott Mermaid Fest

June 15, 2024. Be part of the mermaid world for an afternoon at Olcott's annual Mermaid Day! Dress in your finest mermaid ensemble for the parade and costume contest, plus enjoy music, a treasure hunt and more along Lake Ontario.

Base Camp: Summer Solstice Event

June 22, 2024. Celebrate the longest day of the year (and first official day of summer!) with a variety of activities at Base Camp, held in DeVeaux Woods State Park. From yoga sessions and hikes along the Niagara Gorge to a beer garden with live music and a special breakfast and coffee pop-up from Power City Eatery, this is an outdoor event you don't want to miss.

Lockport Outdoor Arts & Crafts Festival

June 29-30, 2024. The Lockport Outdoor Arts & Crafts Festival features over 100 artists, crafts and food vendors along Main Street in Lockport, NY for one weekend every summer.

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Pride Month

Rainbow City Pride. Celebrate Pride Month at Old Falls Street's annual Rainbow City Pride Event. Enjoy free unicorn carriage rides, a DJ, drag queen performances, face painting, hair braids/tinsel, crafts, chair massages, informational and artisan vendors, and more all afternoon! (June 29, 2024)
Pride Walks. Parade your pride through our parks! Join the Pride Walk along the Niagara Gorge (June 15, 2024) or the Rainbow Candle Lantern Walk (June 8, 2024) through Niagara Falls State Park. Participation is free, but registration is required on Eventbrite here.

Juneteenth

Niagara Falls Juneteenth Festival. The fifth annual, city-wide Niagara Falls Juneteenth Festival promises to be an unforgettable day of solidarity and celebration! Start the day at the flag-raising ceremony, followed by a parade, basketball and golf tournaments, live music and spoken-word artists, food and drinks and more. (June 19, 2024)
Niagara Arts & Cultural Center Juneteenth Festival. Live performances, cultural exhibitions, artisan vendors, delicious food and opportunities for community engagement abound at the NACC's Juneteenth Festival. (June 16, 2024)

Additional Activities To Do in June

Cool Off at the Cave of the Winds

Beat the heat and soak up the amazing views of waterfalls (and rainbows!) at the Cave of the Winds. Not wet enough? Splash around with these other water activities.

Lounge on an Outdoor Patio

From the Niagara River to the Erie Canal to Lake Ontario, there's no shortage of waterfront views to enjoy in Niagara County! Browse this list of patios for your next meal or happy hour.

Go to a Concert at Artpark

An iconic venue in Lewiston, Artpark boasts a massive outdoor amphitheater along the lower Niagara River. View their diverse entertainment lineup for the summer here.