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January 2026 Photo from Niagara Parks Happy New Year, Niagara! It's a new year in the Niagara Region! We hope you enjoyed all the festivities to end 2025 and jump into 2026.
This year already has lots to bring, and we're just getting started. The Icewine Festival ❄️ A new way to winter…Niagara's coolest Festival returns January 2026! ❄️ Icewine Discovery Pass – January 16-18, 23-25, 30-Feb 1: The Icewine Discovery Pass pairs world-class Icewines with spicy, savoury, or sweet bites from inspired local chefs — the perfect way to warm up your winter weekends. ✨ NOTL Icewine Village – January 17-18, 24-25: Stroll through the historic district, sip local Icewines, and cozy up by the fire with Muskoka chairs. Enjoy live ice carving, festive vibes, and free admission — or elevate your experience with VIP access. 🥂 Cool as Ice Gala – January 31: Enjoy an all-inclusive evening of premium Niagara wine, Icewine cocktails and mocktails, locally-inspired culinary creations, live arts performances, and so much more at the Niagara Parks Power Station. Grab your tux or your gown and prepare to dance the night away!
Learn more about the festival here. Photo from Tourism Niagara on the Lake Winter Wonderland and Farmer's Market in Welland Who says farmers' markets are only a warm-weather activity? The Welland Farmer's Market is on every Saturday in January.
Plus, on January 17, the market hosts a special Winter Wonderland featuring free hot chocolate and apple cider, a snowman-building contest, and winter pancakes at the cafe! Pop in for the market, and head home with some tasty local goods. Find Details About the Market.
Photo from Welland Farmer's Market Hit the Hot Chocolate Trail – It's on Until February! The Hot Chocolate Trail is still on! Be sure to check out the Peppermint Hot Chocolate or Whisky Cream Hot Chocolate from our friends at the Moose & Squirrel in the DoubleTree Fallsview Resort and the Toasted Vanilla Smores Hot Chocolate or Billy Miner Hot Chocolate at The Keg on Fallsview Boulevard.
You really can't go wrong with any of the many options all along the trail! 🗓 Now until February 1, 2026 Plan your stop on the trail. Photo from Niagara Falls Touriism Skate at Wayne Gretzky Estates This winter, head to Wayne Gretzky Estates for an authentic Canadiana experience – outdoor skating! Relax at the heated Whisky Bar Patio as they serve up wine and hot and sturdy cocktails paired with a warm winter-inspired menu.
Plus, on Community Skate Days (every Monday), Niagara residents can enjoy free skating. All proceeds from skate rentals will be donated to neighbouring charities in Niagara-on-the-Lake. 🗓 December to early March (Weather dependent) Find out more and go for a skate. Photo from Wayne Gretzky Estates black and blue: pottery and poetry by martina doom black and blue is a project born through life's most transformative experiences – love, loss, everything that comes in between and after.
Written over two years, these poems explore the softness of what lingers underneath the surface when we're left to sit with discomfort. Each sculpture is built by hand, coil by coil, and assembled in a spiral motion. This slow and intentional process mimics the pace of digesting our own behavioural patterns and attachment wounds. 🗓 Now until January 17, 2026, at Niagara Artists Centre Go see the exhibit.
Photo from Niagara Artists Centre Partner Spotlight We work closely with many great businesses, destinations and attractions in the Region. Niagara Airbus is one of our favourite ways to explore! January Events and Experiences The new year is here, and so are new (and beloved) experiences. Find even more on our website!
Visit the Destination Niagara Region Website Icewine Village in NOTL 🗓 January 17-18, 24-25 | 12-6 p.m. The Icewine Village transforms Queen Street into a picturesque winter wonderland where you can experience Niagara's world-renowned Icewine. Stroll through the charming historic district, enjoy tastings from local wineries paired with delicious culinary creations, and cozy up around fire pits with Muskoka chairs and blankets.
Watch live ice carving and soak in the festive atmosphere. Experience the magic of Icewine with free admission, or elevate your visit with a VIP option. Learn more.
Photo from Tourism Niagara on the Lake Experience Dining at Revé 📍242 Mary St Unit 4, Niagara-on-the-Lake Revé opened their doors in August of 2025 and they've raised the bar on dining in Niagara-on-the-Lake! Visit them to see (and taste) for yourself. Learn more and book your dining experience.
Photo from the Revé Shop the Heritage District in NOTL The Heritage District and surrounding areas of Niagara-on-the-Lake give you a unique shopping experience that feels like being in a hallmark movie. Whether it's antique shops, specialty foods, wines, apparel or unique gifts, there's something for you to find. Come shop the district.
Photo from Niagara Parks Explore Events at the Exchange 📅 Various dates in January 2026 Woodworking, film series, cornhole, and more are coming in January 2026! Visit the events calendar on Niagara Falls Exchange to find it all and plan for a new experience in the new year. Find experiences.
Photo from Niagara Falls Exchange Skylon Tower's Daredevil Barrel Museum Step into Skylon Tower's indoor exhibit dedicated to the homemade craft and unshakeable courage of those who took on Niagara Falls. Wander among custom-built barrels and discover the stories of triumphs, near misses, and ingenious fixes hat feuled each plunge. Admission is just $5.
Explore the exhibit. Photo from Skylon Tower Best Deals: Hot Deals for Niagara Save big on your next stay in Niagara with Destination Niagara's BEST DEALS! Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel With the Casino Getaway Package, you can play the day away while remaining connected to your hotel.
Connected directly to Fallsview Casino, Wyndham Grand offers premium rooms, dining vouchers, and slot credits that can turn your night into a jackpot. The casino package not your thing? Check out the Family or Romance Packages too.
See here for more information. Stay and Dine with Embassy Suites Dine in the SKY at Niagara's premier fine dining destination overlooking the Falls. Luxurious two-room suite accommodations Complimentary Breakfast Buffet Complimentary Evening Reception including two alcoholic drinks $50 dining voucher at Sky Fallsview Steakhouse See here for more information.
Fun Zone for the Whole Family with Wyndham Garden Inn Just pack the kids and let Wyndham Garden handle the rest! Enjoy both locations of the Fun Zone in Niagara Falls, Fun Zone Clifton Hill, and Fun Zone Fallsview. Comfortable, spacious accommodations $30 dining voucher at Outback Steakhouse $20 dining voucher at TGI Fridays Restaurant and Bar $15 dining voucher at IHOP Restaurant Admission for up to four people to five attractions in the Fun Zone Fallsview Location Admission for up to four people to four attractions in the Fun Zone Clifton Hill Location See here for more information.
All Best Deals are subject to change without notice. With 12 municipalities, tons of parks and stunning nature (the Falls, parks, trails, etc.), there’s so much to experience in the Niagara Region! Plan your perfect Niagara experience on our website. Do you want to see your business featured in our newsletter? Join Niagara's Inbound Travel & Tourism Program by reaching out to connect@destinationniagarafalls.ca. FOLLOW US
Happy New Year, Niagara! This year already has lots to bring, and we're just getting started.
This year already has lots to bring, and we're just getting started.
The Icewine Festival ❄️ A new way to winter…Niagara's coolest Festival returns January 2026! ❄️ Icewine Discovery Pass – January 16-18, 23-25, 30-Feb 1: The Icewine Discovery Pass pairs world-class Icewines with spicy, savoury, or sweet bites from inspired local chefs — the perfect way to warm up your winter weekends. ✨ NOTL Icewine Village – January 17-18, 24-25: Stroll through the historic district, sip local Icewines, and cozy up by the fire with Muskoka chairs.
A new way to winter…Niagara's coolest Festival returns January 2026!
❄️ Icewine Discovery Pass – January 16-18, 23-25, 30-Feb 1:
The Icewine Discovery Pass pairs world-class Icewines with spicy, savoury, or sweet bites from inspired local chefs — the perfect way to warm up your winter weekends.
✨ NOTL Icewine Village – January 17-18, 24-25:
Stroll through the historic district, sip local Icewines, and cozy up by the fire with Muskoka chairs. Enjoy live ice carving, festive vibes, and free admission — or elevate your experience with VIP access.
🥂 Cool as Ice Gala – January 31:
Enjoy an all-inclusive evening of premium Niagara wine, Icewine cocktails and mocktails, locally-inspired culinary creations, live arts performances, and so much more at the Niagara Parks Power Station.
Photo from Tourism Niagara on the Lake
Winter Wonderland and Farmer's Market in Welland Who says farmers' markets are only a warm-weather activity?
Winter Wonderland and Farmer's Market in Welland
Who says farmers' markets are only a warm-weather activity?
Photo from Welland Farmer's Market
Photo from Welland Farmer's Market
Hit the Hot Chocolate Trail – It's on Until February!
You really can't go wrong with any of the many options all along the trail!
Photo from Niagara Falls Touriism
Photo from Niagara Falls Touriism
Skate at Wayne Gretzky Estates This winter, head to Wayne Gretzky Estates for an authentic Canadiana experience – outdoor skating!
Skate at Wayne Gretzky Estates
This winter, head to Wayne Gretzky Estates for an authentic Canadiana experience – outdoor skating! All proceeds from skate rentals will be donated to neighbouring charities in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
🗓 December to early March (Weather dependent)
Find out more and go for a skate.
Photo from Wayne Gretzky Estates
Photo from Wayne Gretzky Estates
black and blue: pottery and poetry by martina doom black and blue is a project born through life's most transformative experiences – love, loss, everything that comes in between and after.
black and blue: pottery and poetry by martina doom
black and blue is a project born through life's most transformative experiences – love, loss, everything that comes in between and after. This slow and intentional process mimics the pace of digesting our own behavioural patterns and attachment wounds.
🗓 Now until January 17, 2026, at Niagara Artists Centre
Photo from Niagara Artists Centre
Partner Spotlight We work closely with many great businesses, destinations and attractions in the Region. Niagara Airbus is one of our favourite ways to explore!
We work closely with many great businesses, destinations and attractions in the Region.
January Events and Experiences The new year is here, and so are new (and beloved) experiences. Visit the Destination Niagara Region Website
January Events and Experiences
The new year is here, and so are new (and beloved) experiences.
Icewine Village in NOTL 🗓 January 17-18, 24-25 | 12-6 p.m. Photo from Tourism Niagara on the Lake
🗓 January 17-18, 24-25 | 12-6 p.m.
Experience Dining at Revé 📍242 Mary St Unit 4, Niagara-on-the-Lake Revé opened their doors in August of 2025 and they've raised the bar on dining in Niagara-on-the-Lake! Photo from the Revé
📍242 Mary St Unit 4, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Revé opened their doors in August of 2025 and they've raised the bar on dining in Niagara-on-the-Lake!
Shop the Heritage District in NOTL The Heritage District and surrounding areas of Niagara-on-the-Lake give you a unique shopping experience that feels like being in a hallmark movie. Photo from Niagara Parks
Shop the Heritage District in NOTL
The Heritage District and surrounding areas of Niagara-on-the-Lake give you a unique shopping experience that feels like being in a hallmark movie.
Explore Events at the Exchange 📅 Various dates in January 2026 Woodworking, film series, cornhole, and more are coming in January 2026! Photo from Niagara Falls Exchange
Explore Events at the Exchange
📅 Various dates in January 2026
Woodworking, film series, cornhole, and more are coming in January 2026!
Photo from Niagara Falls Exchange
Skylon Tower's Daredevil Barrel Museum Step into Skylon Tower's indoor exhibit dedicated to the homemade craft and unshakeable courage of those who took on Niagara Falls. Photo from Skylon Tower
Skylon Tower's Daredevil Barrel Museum
Step into Skylon Tower's indoor exhibit dedicated to the homemade craft and unshakeable courage of those who took on Niagara Falls.
Best Deals: Hot Deals for Niagara Save big on your next stay in Niagara with Destination Niagara's BEST DEALS!
Best Deals: Hot Deals for Niagara
Save big on your next stay in Niagara with Destination Niagara's BEST DEALS!
With the Casino Getaway Package, you can play the day away while remaining connected to your hotel.
Stay and Dine with Embassy Suites
Dine in the SKY at Niagara's premier fine dining destination overlooking the Falls.
All Best Deals are subject to change without notice.
All Best Deals are subject to change without notice.
Fun Zone for the Whole Family with Wyndham Garden Inn
Just pack the kids and let Wyndham Garden handle the rest!
With 12 municipalities, tons of parks and stunning nature (the Falls, parks, trails, etc.), there’s so much to experience in the Niagara Region! Plan your perfect Niagara experience on our website. Do you want to see your business featured in our newsletter?
With 12 municipalities, tons of parks and stunning nature (the Falls, parks, trails, etc.), there’s so much to experience in the Niagara Region!
Plan your perfect Niagara experience on our website.
Do you want to see your business featured in our newsletter?
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