Everyone loves a long weekend! It’s a chance to get that extra day of adventure and fun squeezed into a weekend. This year, the Victoria Day weekend falls on Monday, May 18.
Niagara City Cruises Fireworks Cruise
Let’s see what’s happening in the Niagara Falls Region for the long weekend.
Things to do this May Long Weekend in Niagara Falls
Friday, May 15– Monday, May 18, 2026
I. Family & Kids Activities
Niagara Children’s Festival
The Niagara Children’s Festival is an exciting explosion of creativity, offering live theatre, performances and arts-based activities for young audiences, from early years to teens. Details
May 14 to 17, 2026
Marilyn I Walker School of Fine & Performing Arts, 15 Artists’ Common, St. Catharines
Free – $25
Welland Victoria Day Fireworks
The City of Welland is hosting a free, family-friendly Touch a Truck event this Victoria Day long weekend to celebrate National Public Works Week. Visitors can explore city vehicles, meet emergency service teams, enjoy educational activities, live music, face painting, food trucks, and fireworks. Details
Sunday, May 17, 2026 | 5 to 9 p.m.
Welland Stadium, 90 Quaker Rd, Welland
Free
Victoria Day Weekend Fireworks
Enjoy a spectacular display of Canada’s longest-running fireworks series hosted by Niagara Parks against the backdrop of the magnificent falls. The Falls Fireworks Series at Niagara Parks dazzled visitors with displays over the American and Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Details
Friday, May 15 to Monday, October 12, 2026 | 10 PM
Along the Falls Promenade
Free
The Virgil Stampede
Fifty-four years in the making, the Virgil Stampeded is back to celebrating every day of the long week with rides, games, fun events, and great food! Some highlights include pony rides, face painting, races, and more. The fireworks will happen on May 19 at 9:30 pm. Details
May 16 to 18, 2026
1565 Four Mile Creek Road, Virgil (Niagara-on-the-Lake)
Adults $5.00, Children under 10 Free
Illumination Niagara Falls
Experience the history of the Niagara Falls illumination, which started back in 1860, whereby 200 Bengel lights were used to illuminate the massive falls in honour of the Prince of Wales visit. Since they’ve continued the tradition with gorgeous lights, that change based on an event/celebration. Lights shine from three different areas. Details
May 15 – July 31 | 8:30 PM – 2 AM
6650 Niagara Parkway. (River Rd) Niagara Falls
Free
U-Pick Tulips & Tulip Farm
- Roadside Flower Market: Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or looking to get away from the every day hustle and bustle of city life, you can visit us at Roadside Flower Market to appreciate the wonders of nature and explore the captivating world of tulips, where every petal tells a story of grace and renewal. @ 1923 Seventh Street, St. Catharines
- Tasc Tulip Farm: Stroll amid 2 million tulips at this 40-acre farm in Ridgeville. You can also pick your own tulips during your visit. @ 1173 Line 3, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Niagara City Cruises Fireworks Cruise
There’s nothing quite like the sight of exploding fireworks over the brink of Niagara Falls to make your trip a memorable one. Admire Niagara Falls at night aboard a 40-minute Falls Fireworks Cruise departing from Niagara Falls, Canada. Set sail for starry skies, panoramic skyline views, stunning illuminations, and of course – fireworks that light up the sky. Details
Daily | 9:30 PM to 10:10 PM
5920 Niagara Parkway Niagara Falls
Adult (13+) – $47.95 plus HST
Child (12 and under) – $32.95 plus HST
Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours
For a truly memorable visit to Niagara, take a thrilling journey down the Niagara River on an open-air or domed jet boat. The tour is an exciting trip on Niagara River – into the famous whirlpool – but be prepared to get soaking wet if you choose the open jet boat! Details
Daily | Start Times
55 River Frontage Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake
$44.95 to $88.95
Butterfly Conservatory
One way to spend the long weekend is to visit The Butterfly Conservatory! This monarch palace opened back in December 1996. It contains a climate-controlled greenhouse with over 2000 exotic butterflies and 60 different species, a gift shop, and a 200-seat auditorium room. As you explore the conservatory, you will see exquisite breeds of butterflies up close and personal, floating in the warm air or resting on the pretty leaves and flowers. Visits are self-guided. Details
May 16 to 18 | 10 AM to 7 PM
2565 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls
$16.50 to $25
Zipline to the Falls
Experience the once in a lifetime Wildplay experience, which is catered to both the brave at heart and the faint of heart. For both the thrill-seekers and the hesitant, the Zipline to the Falls represents a hands-free, worry-free, and fully-guided experience like no other in the world! Details
May 15 to 18, 2026 | 8AM–7PM
5920 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls
$69.99 & up
White-Water Walk
The White-Water Walk is a very cool boardwalk situated right on the very edge of Niagara’s Whitewater. The Whirlpool was formed approximately 4,200 years ago by the upstream erosion of the Niagara Escarpment by the Niagara River. The experience takes you down 70 metres, through a tunnel, and then out onto the boardwalk, where you will stroll the 1000 feet to behold the wild rapids at full speed! Details
Saturday to Monday | 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
4330 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls
$13.50 to $21
Safari Niagara
Do you love wildlife? Safari Niagara has reopened for a new season on May 15th – right in time for the Victoria Day weekend! Hooray! A visit to Safari Niagara lets you get a one-to-one connection with nature with the unique ability to view, interact with and learn about the many animals that walk the planet alongside us in a fun and outdoor adventure! Details
Friday to Sunday | 10:00 am to 5:00pm
Monday | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
2821 Stevensville Rd, Stevensville
Adult (13-64) – $37.95; Child (3-12) – $28.95
Senior (65+) – $28.95
Bird Kingdom
The Bird Kingdom is a quirky experience that people of all ages will love. You will start your experience at the Old Museum, which feels like you’ve gone back in time, then to the Explorer’s Base Camp and finally to the Night Jungle. You will get to interact with and hold friendly parrots, exotic birds, and see owls, bats, and other animals! Details
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
5651 River Road Niagara Falls
$15.95 to $21.95
Whirlpool Aero Car
Built-in 1916, the aero car is a one-way, 10-minute ride which takes guests above the water between two points, passing over the churning waters of the whirlpool almost 80 metres below. Details
Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday to Monday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
3850 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls
Adults $25, Children (3-12) $16.50
Lakeside Park Carousel
Everyone’s favourite historic carousel opens on Saturday for its 101st season. The Friends of the Carousel have been working hard to ensure the hand-carved animals and chariots are ready to ride from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends and holidays until July 1, and then daily until Sept. 5. Details
May 16 to 18, 2026 | 11 AM to 8 PM
Lakeside Park, St. Catharines
5 cents a ride or admission by donation.
Happy Rolph’s Animal Farm
Find a variety of farm animals, a newly renovated and accessible playground, access to a waterfront trail and more at Happy Rolph’s Animal Farm. Details
Daily | 10 AM to 8 PM
650 Read Rd, St. Catharines
Free
Clifton Hill
Clifton Hill has got your Victoria Day weekend fun on lock! This location is full of fun attractions that are open right in time. Clifton Hills allows you to enjoy activities like the Niagara Skywheel, Zombie Attack, outdoor mini golf at Dinosaur Adventure Golf and plenty of places to eat, fireworks and more. It’s a great spot for the whole family. Details
Various Hours
4960 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls
Free and Ticketed Attractions.
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II. Live Music
Brass Camel
Friday, May 15, 2026 | 8 PM
Warehouse Concert Hall, 11 Geneva Street, St. Catharines
$20+fees
Simply Queen. Simply Spectacular
It’s North America’s most adored recreation of Queen – the magic and the music. Simply Queen is here. And you’re the guest of honour.
Impeccable attention to detail makes this the most authentic recreation of the sights and sounds that are Queen. Eerie 4-part harmonies. Dreamy guitar interludes. Authentic outfits and instrumentation. Details
Friday, May 15, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.
FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, 250 St. Paul Street,
St. Catharines
$55
Frankie Moreno – Rock n Roll Remastered
Frankie Moreno is world class entertainer whose electrifying piano driven performances have made him one of the most exciting live acts to come out of Las Vegas. He has sold out major venues, headlined his own Las Vegas residencies, and shared stages with legendary artists, earning a reputation for delivering unforgettable shows. With multiple albums of original music and millions of streams worldwide, Moreno is not only a performer but a prolific songwriter whose sound is heartfelt and exhilarating. Details
May 12 to 15, 2026
Avalon Theatre at Fallsview Casino, Niagara Falls
Varies
EMERG
Despite them all still being under 20, that hasn’t stopped them from headlining the local newspapers and getting placed on the front of UK’s biggest alt-mag CLASH Magazine. Their music derives itself from the ashes of Canadiana alt-rock, but they are deadset on trailblazing their own legacy. Their live shows are known for simultaneously being both a party and an intimate conversation, with their ability to juxtapose between moods on a dime becoming the band’s x-factor. Details
Saturday, May 16 | 8 PM
Warehouse Concert Hall, 11 Geneva Street, St. Catharines
$19+fees
The Commodores
The Commodores are one of Motown’s most legendary bands, known for their irresistible blend of funk, soul and R&B. With iconic hits like “Brick House”, “Easy” and “Three Times A Lady”, they’ve sold millions of records worldwide and earned a reputation as one of the greatest live acts of all time. Their smooth ballads and high-energy anthems continue to captivate audiences across generations, making The Commodores a timeless force in music history. Details
Saturday, May 16 | 8 PM
OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino, Niagara Falls
$77.67 & up
Songs of Hope
Prepare for a concert that spans the spectrum of human experience, from exuberant celebration to profound reflection.
The evening begins with Leonard Bernstein’s Candide Overture—a lively, spirited opening that bursts with energy and optimism, setting the stage for a night of musical contrasts.
Sunday, May 17, 2026 | 2:30 PM
FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, 250 St. Paul Street,
St. Catharines
$24 to $90
III. Performing Arts
Sleuth
Sat, May 16| 1 PM
Sun, May 17 | 7 PM
Court House Theatre, 26 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake
$28.25 & up
Funny Girl
Fanny Brice has everything it takes to be Broadway’s next big thing: the voice, the charm and more than a little chutzpah. But does she have “the look?” This touching comedy explores her unlikely rise to stardom with the Ziegfeld Follies as well as her turbulent love life with gambler Nick Arnstein. One of the greatest musical scores of all time, Funny Girl includes classics like “Don’t Rain on My Parade”, “I’m the Greatest Star”, “People” and much more. Details
Sat, May 16| 1 PM
Sun, May 17 | 7 PM
Festival Theatre, Niagara-on-the Lake
$45 & up
Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense
Bertie Wooster is a young aristocrat who is forever getting himself into frightful scrapes. Thank goodness he has a butler, the legendarily unruffled Jeeves, to come to his rescue, usually without his even noticing. Based on a 1938 P.G. Wodehouse novel and performed by three remarkable actors, this Olivier Award-winning play is a celebration of theatrical virtuosity and pure silliness. Details
Sat, May 16| 1 PM
Sun, May 17 | 7 PM
Festival Theatre, Niagara-on-the Lake
$33.90 & up
EVOLUTION MAGIC SHOW
Step into a world of wonder with the Wild Magic Show, an unforgettable spectacle at the Greg Frewin Theatre in Niagara Falls. This breathtaking, Vegas-style performance features the International Grand Champion of Magic, Greg Frewin, alongside Canada’s Lady of Magic, Alexandra. Details
May 15 to 17, 2026
Greg Ferwin Theatre, 5781 Ellen Ave, Niagara Falls
$22.45 & up
IV. Sports
Niagara End-to-End hike
May 16-18, 2026
Bruce Trail, Ontario
$40 to $90
Welland Jackfish
vs Guelph Royals. Details
Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 6:05 PM
Welland Stadium, 90 Quaker Rd, Welland
$14 to $16
Hike Niagara Falls Region Nature Parks
The natural surroundings of the Niagara Falls region are inspirational. Here, you’ll find parks, gardens, trails, and conservation areas to marvel at nature and explore the nooks and crannies of Mother Nature. There is so much more to the Niagara Falls region than the Falls!
IV. Festivals, Food Events, Exhibitions & Other Events
Fort Major’s Tour
May 18, 2026 | 06:12 PM – 08:00 PM
Fort George National Historic Site, Niagara-on-the-Lake
$33.25 per person
Neighbourhood Walks – Waterfront
Explore the history of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s unique neighbourhoods and stories, led by experienced and informative guides. Details
Friday, May 15 | 6:00 PM
Chautauqua, Niagara-on-the-Lake
$15
Glow in the Cellar Dinner
Inniskillin Winery is hosting a candlelit evening featuring a guided winery tour, sparkling Icewine welcome, and a multi-course dining experience with wines carefully paired to each dish. Guests can enjoy live music in an intimate cellar setting while slowing down to savour the atmosphere. The event also includes a dedicated photo moment, creating a relaxed and memorable culinary and wine experience. Details
Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Inniskillin Estate Winery, 1499 Line 3, Niagara-on-the-Lake
$295
Niagara-on-the-Lake Ghost Walks
Niagara-on-the-Lake are highly-rated traditional Ghost Walks of “Canada’s Most Haunted Town”. Featuring stories at the Olde Angel Inn, Courthouse and Prince of Wales Hotel and more. Details
Friday, Saturday and Sunday in May 2026
127 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake
$14.50 – $17
Ghost Tours at Fort George
Step inside Fort George after dark and learn about its history and hauntings during this 1.5 to 2 hour candlelight ghost walk. The ghost tours gather in the parking lot of Fort George, just off the Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake. Just look for black capes and lanterns! Details
Saturdays, May 16 | 8:30 PM
Fort George National Historic Site, 51 Queens Parade, Niagara-on-the-Lake
$20
Annual Hydrangea Display
Are you a fan of flowers? Located at the iconic Floral Showcase, you’ll experience the vibrancy and gorgeous hydrangea displays where you can connect with nature, take pictures, and take it all in! There is also a collection of orchids, succulents and other tropical plant species. Details
Until May 31, 2026
Floral Showhouse, 7145 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls
$5.50 to $8.50
Sip & Sizzle
Weekends in May, 2026
Various Wineries, Niagara Region
Signature Tasting Pass: $65.68 + HST & fees — Includes 8 winery tasting experiences
Alcohol-Free Pass: $65.68 + HST & fees — Includes 8 non-alcoholic pairings
Individual Day-Of Tastings: $15 each + HST & fees (limited availability, until 4:30 PM)
Logic Lost in Translation: Victoria Wallace
Logic Lost in Translation is a solo exhibition by Victoria Wallace that explores how meaning can shift and evolve. Blending traditional figure and landscape techniques with surreal, dreamlike imagery, her work invites you into a space where the familiar meets the unexpected and the conscious and subconscious overlap.
Details
Until May 31, 2026
Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre, 247 Ricardo St., Niagara-on-the-Lake
Free
Currents: Niagara’s Power Transformed
Uncover fascinating stories hidden within the historic Niagara Parks Power Station with a multi-sensory experience. Details
7 PM to 10 PM, Daily
Niagara Parks Power Station, 6650 Niagara Parkway
$21 – $31
Botanical Gardens
What is more zen and beautiful than exploring the fabulous foliage of the Botanical Gardens, which has been in service since 1936! This lovely spot has nearly 100 acres of gardens. Enjoy spring-blooming plants and trees this weekend at the gardens.
Dawn to Dusk
2565 Niagara Pkwy, Niagara Falls
Free admission