October is the first full month of fall. It brings landscape changes and celebrations of fun to kick off the season.
Cauldron Stirrers of NOTL Halloween Party
October 30, 6 p.m.
Join Siversmith Brewing Company for this spooky event, happening on October 30th, from 6 pm until Late.
Shop Spooky Vendors, Sip Craft Brews, Have a Tarot Card Reading and dance to the tunes from a live DJ.
The first 13 guests through the door to tell us “The Witch Sent Me” will receive a complimentary goody bag courtesy of Silversmith and the amazing Vendors who will be participating.
Photo from Silversmith Brewing Company
Go Behind the Scenes in the Illumination Tower
For the first time ever, the public is invited to participate in free guided tours of the Illumination Tower. The Illumination Tower is where operators control the nightly illumination of Niagara Falls.
The tours will take place from October 17 to 19 between 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. and will provide a behind-the-scenes look at how the Falls are illuminated each night.
Photo from Niagara Parks
UNF Fall Festival
Thursday, October 2, 3:00 – 7:00 pm
City Hall – Centennial Square
University of Niagara Falls Canada invites students & the community to a FREE event with inflatables, games, live music, DJ, prizes, swag & photo ops. Food trucks & vendors on site. Open to all! Bring friends, family & neighbours. Don’t miss this afternoon of fun & community!
Photo from the NF Innovation Hub
Drummonod Hill Cemetery Tours
October 18, 19, 25, 26 at 2 and 3 p.m.
6110 Lundy’s Lane, Niagara Falls, ON
Niagara Falls myths, facts, and fallacies. Learn the truth in this unique opportunity to discover Niagara Falls through a visit to one of the most historic cemeteries in Canada. Led by a costumed guide, the human drama unfolds as guests wander the grounds and happen upon theatrical performances that provide a glimpse into the lives of some of the people from our City’s history.
Photo from Niagara Falls Exchange
Frightmare in the Falls
Sat, October 25 at 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sun, October 26 at 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Join the ultimate celebration of horror at Frightmare in the Falls, happening from Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the Niagara Falls Convention Centre. Set against the iconic backdrop of Niagara Falls, this three-day event is one of North America’s most intimate and interactive horror festivals, with over 50,000 square feet dedicated to everything horror fans crave.
Photo from Frightmare in the Falls
