Niagara Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Niagara and surrounding areas
Niagara sparkles for Christmas 2025 as Christmas lights and festive events illuminate neighborhood hotspots from Niagara-on-the-Lake to the Fallsview area, offering family fun and seasonal tours. The Thorold Santa Claus Parade and other local celebrations add tradition and cheer while markets and holiday attractions invite evening strolls under the lights. Enjoy seasonal experiences, local tastings, and community performances that highlight the region’s warm hospitality.
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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
16 eventsCanada's largest FREE outdoor light festival
Christmas Parties
11 eventsFree family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration with fireworks.
Christmas Activities
28 eventsAnnual Santa Claus Parade with Santa's arrival
Editor's Picks (6)
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Cavalcade of Lights
(Toronto)
Annual tree lighting and holiday festival
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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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The Original Santa Claus Parade
(Toronto)
Over 120 years of tradition
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Oakville Hometown Holiday
(Oakville)
Outdoor shopping experience with Winter Wonderland of Lights
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Burlington Festival of Lights
(Burlington)
Waterfront transformed into a winter wonderland with 60+ light displays.
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Niagara Christmas Events Map
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Niagara Christmas FAQ
The Winter Festival of Lights is the largest annual event, running from mid-November to early January. Other notable events include Jingle Falls USA and the Lewiston Christmas Walk Weekend, both held in early December.
Niagara’s tradition of illuminating the Niagara Parkway with millions of lights during the Winter Festival of Lights is a distinctive seasonal celebration. The region also embraces local artisan markets and festive parades that highlight community spirit.
The Niagara Parkway corridor is the most famous for light displays, but several residential neighborhoods near Niagara Falls and in surrounding towns offer beloved neighborhood displays that are worth exploring.
Downtown Niagara Falls hosts the LiveNF Makers Market during Jingle Falls USA, and the nearby village of Lewiston features a charming Christmas Walk Weekend with local vendors and artisans.
Walking the Winter Festival of Lights route is free and offers a magical experience. Visiting neighborhood light displays and attending free market events like the LiveNF Makers Market are also budget-friendly options.
Families enjoy the interactive light displays along the Niagara Parkway, holiday meet-and-greets with Santa, and festive activities at Jingle Falls USA, including train rides and live entertainment.