Fort Erie Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Fort Erie and surrounding areas
Fort Erie welcomes the holiday season with radiant Holiday lights and Christmas lights across the waterfront and community parks, offering seasonal events and winter festivals for visitors and families. The Safari Lights Drive Thru creates a memorable evening attraction while markets, concerts, and community activities add to holiday cheer. Take a drive under the lights, stop for warm treats, and explore local markets for handcrafted gifts and festive entertainment.
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Christmas Markets
23 eventsFestive market supporting local children and youth.
Christmas Shows
22 eventsA classic holiday musical based on the beloved film.
Christmas Lights
15 eventsCanada's largest FREE outdoor light festival
Christmas Parties
11 eventsFree family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration with fireworks.
Other Christmas Activities
29 eventsAnnual Santa Claus Parade with Santa's arrival
Editor's Picks (6)
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Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights
(Niagara Falls)
Canada's largest FREE outdoor light festival
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White Christmas Musical
(Buffalo)
A classic holiday musical based on the beloved film.
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Oakville Hometown Holiday
(Oakville)
Outdoor shopping experience with Winter Wonderland of Lights
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The Original Santa Claus Parade
(Toronto)
Over 120 years of tradition
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Burlington Festival of Lights
(Burlington)
Waterfront transformed into a winter wonderland with 60+ light displays.
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Burlington Santa Claus Parade
(Burlington)
Annual Santa Claus Parade with Santa's arrival
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Some of the biggest annual Christmas events in Fort Erie include Safari Niagara’s Safari Lights drive-through display and the Christmas on the Ridge market in downtown Ridgeway. These events draw visitors for festive lights, shopping, and family activities.
Fort Erie celebrates the season with unique traditions such as the immersive Safari Lights experience and community-focused markets like Christmas on the Ridge, which highlight local artisans and neighborhood spirit during the holidays.
Neighborhoods in Fort Erie and nearby Ridgeway are known for their charming holiday light displays, with several streets becoming festive hotspots for walking or driving tours of neighborhood displays each December.
You can find Christmas markets and local makers primarily at Christmas on the Ridge in downtown Ridgeway and various artisan markets held throughout Fort Erie during the holiday season, offering crafts, food, and gifts.
Exploring neighborhood light displays and attending free community markets are great budget-friendly ways to enjoy the holidays in Fort Erie. Many events offer free admission and festive atmospheres without extra cost.
Families with kids will enjoy Safari Niagara’s Safari Lights drive-through, which offers a magical light experience from the car, as well as family-friendly markets like Christmas on the Ridge that include activities and seasonal treats for children.