What’s Happening in Niagara: October 2023

Here are a few of our featured events for the month of October: The Circle: Honouring Sisters in Spirit October 4, 2023 from 7:00 PM FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre Following the Sisters in Spirit Walk, this special musical showcase highlights both established and emerging Indigenous artists. Featuring Geneviève Gros-Louis Salamone, a renowned violinist, film composer and…


Here are a few of our featured events for the month of October:

The Circle: Honouring Sisters in Spirit

October 4, 2023 from 7:00 PM

FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre

Following the Sisters in Spirit Walk, this special musical showcase highlights both established and emerging Indigenous artists. Featuring Geneviève Gros-Louis Salamone, a renowned violinist, film composer and producer from the Huron-Wendat Nation, this musical evening takes place on Sisters in Spirit Day which remembers and honours the lives of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit people.

Photo by FirstOntario PAC

Halloween Night Market

October 21, 2023 from 6:00 – 10:00 PM

St. Catharines Market Square

Featuring a live DJ, psychic readings, Tarot cards, vendors, artisans, and more!

Photo by St. Catharines Gallery

Pumpkin Carving at Lock Street Brewing

October 30, 2023 from 12:00 PM

Lockstreet Brewing Company

Carve a pumpkin in the Biergarten while sipping on seasonal craft beers.

Photo by Lockstreet Brewing Company

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Niagara Region: Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit for fewer crowds?

Weekday mornings outside peak summer and holiday weekends are typically quieter. Shoulder seasons (late spring and early fall) balance weather and crowd levels.

Do I need a passport to cross the border for viewpoints?

Crossing between Canada and the United States requires valid travel documents. Many experiences stay on one side—check your itinerary before you go.

Are the trails and gorge viewpoints family-friendly?

Many paths are accessible with proper footwear, but some gorge routes include stairs and uneven stone. Review trail notes and posted advisories before heading out.

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