Last updated: November 11, 2024
Plan your festive fun in Grimsby with our ultimate guide. Whether you're a native or a tourist, this guide helps you explore the holiday treasures of Grimsby.
One enchanting highlight this season is the Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights, transforming the area into a dazzling display of lights and festive decorations. Featuring over a million sparkling illuminations, this vibrant celebration creates a magical atmosphere. Safari Lights offers a unique drive-through experience where visitors can enjoy stunning light displays from the comfort of their vehicles. And the Fallsview Casino’s Christmas On Ice is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing thrilling ice skating performances and holiday festivities. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Community-driven light display contest with monetary prizes.
The Celebration of Lights Contest in Grimsby recognizes residents' hard work and holiday spirit by showcasing their best-lit houses and businesses. Residents nominate their favorite displays, and the top three receive a $150 gift card.
Where: Grimsby | More Info: Celebration of Lights Contest
Over 3 million lights and 75+ spectacular displays.
The Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights is Canada's largest FREE outdoor light festival, featuring over 3 million lights and 75+ spectacular displays across the tourism districts. The event includes the Sparkling Winter Lights Falls Illumination, which celebrates the beauty and majesty of the winter season with subtle and sometimes harsh movements inspired by winter in the north. Visitors can also enjoy the Hot Chocolate Trail, which leads to delicious stops of chocolatey concoctions created by chocolatiers, chefs, and mixologists.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights
Holiday celebration with animal exhibits and interactive lights.
Safari Lights is an immersive display of lights and attractions at Safari Niagara, featuring a variety of animal exhibits and interactive experiences.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Safari Lights
Local vendors selling gifts and seasonal items.
The Grimsby Holiday Market is a vibrant event held at the West Niagara Fairgrounds, featuring a variety of local vendors selling gifts and seasonal items. Visitors can explore the market, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and engage with the community.
Where: Grimsby | More Info: Grimsby Holiday Market
Unique shopping experience with local artisans and gourmet food options.
The Niagara Falls Holiday Handmade Market features 200 Canadian makers offering thousands of one-of-a-kind handcrafted gifts, including jewelry, home décor, and natural bath products. The event includes a wine and coffee bar, gourmet food trucks, and live music.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Niagara Falls Holiday Handmade Market
Unique blend of artisanal chili and cheese offerings.
The Grimsby Chili & Cheese Fest is a culinary event featuring an indoor and outdoor artisan market, offering a variety of chili and cheese dishes, along with free loaded swag bags for the first 50 daily attendees.
Where: Grimsby | More Info: Grimsby Chili & Cheese Fest
Unique blend of local artisans and gourmet food.
The Paris Sip n Shop Holiday Market is a festive event featuring local artisans, handmade crafts, gourmet food, and wine. Visitors can explore over a dozen vendors offering unique gifts and seasonal items, enjoy hot mulled wine and other festive beverages, and experience a lively atmosphere filled with holiday cheer.
Where: Paris | More Info: Paris Sip n Shop - Holiday Market
Thrilling high-paced ice skating and holiday entertainment.
Fallsview Casino’s Christmas On Ice is a high-energy spectacle featuring world-class ice skaters, dancers, and singers in a festive holiday performance.
Where: Niagara Falls | More Info: Fallsview Casino’s Christmas On Ice
Evening parade with diverse community entries.
The Grimsby Santa Claus Parade is one of the longest-running events in Grimsby, featuring approximately 90 entries including community floats, walking groups, and marching bands. It starts at Blessed Trinity Secondary School and ends at the Ontario Street intersection.
Where: Grimsby | More Info: Grimsby Santa Claus Parade
Decorated trees and wreaths supporting local charities.
Grimsby Fantasy Of Trees is an annual event at the Grimsby Museum featuring dozens of decorated seasonal trees, wreaths, and donated items. The event supports 10 local registered charities and includes a raffle and online auction.
Where: Grimsby | More Info: Grimsby Fantasy Of Trees
Community-driven holiday celebration with floats, marchers, and live entertainment.
The Thorold Santa Claus Parade is an annual tradition in Thorold, featuring community floats, marchers, entertainers, and bands. The parade takes place on the last Saturday in November, starting at 4:00 p.m. at the intersection of Collier Road and Sullivan Avenue, and ending at the intersection of Front Street and Regent Street.
Where: Thorold | More Info: Thorold Santa Claus Parade
Holiday celebration with tree lighting and chili cookoff.
Join Welland in downtown for the 2024 Santa Claus Parade, Civic Square Tree Lighting Ceremony, and a Merry Chili Holiday. The parade starts at 5 p.m. sharp, beginning at Canadian Tire Financial Services and ending at Civic Square. After the parade, Santa and Mayor Campion will light Welland’s Christmas tree, and there will be a chili cookoff between local services. Donations for the Community Christmas Toys are also encouraged.
Where: Welland | More Info: Welland Santa Claus Parade
Community-driven parade with local floats and Santa's finale.
The Pelham Santa Claus Parade is an annual event hosted by the Fabulous Fenwick Lions, featuring elaborate floats and community participation, concluding with Santa's arrival at Centennial Park.
Where: Pelham | More Info: Pelham Santa Claus Parade