Christmas Markets in the Niagara Region – 2025 Holiday Guide
- visitorsguideteam
- Nov 19
- 7 min read
The Niagara Region transforms into a sparkling holiday wonderland every winter.
From charming European-style markets to cozy community fairs, there’s something festive for everyone.
Whether you’re looking for handmade gifts, warm cider, twinkling lights, or live music — these are the top Christmas markets across Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Vineland, St. Catharines, and beyond this season.
Holiday Light Displays & Festivals
Festival of Lights – Winter Festival of LightsNov 15, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 | Niagara FallsCanada’s largest free outdoor light festival featuring millions of twinkling lights across the city.
Festival of Lights – Laser Light SpectacularNov 15–20 (Fri & Sat), Dec 26–Jan 4 | Queen Victoria ParkFree, family-friendly laser show with bursts of color and music.
Festival of Lights – Misty LodgeFridays & Saturdays, 6–9 PM | Queen Victoria ParkIlluminated teeter totters, swings, mascots, and holiday treats.
Festival of Lights – Falls Illumination & FireworksDec 25–Jan 4, Nightly | Queen Victoria ParkEnjoy spectacular nightly fireworks and illumination displays.
Annual Poinsettia ShowNov 15, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 | Floral ShowhouseSeasonal floral displays to celebrate the holidays.
Let It Glow: A Celebration of LightNov 29, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 | St. CatharinesCitywide illuminated light displays.
Safari LightsNov 21 – Dec 30, 2025 | Safari Niagara, StevensvilleDrive-through Christmas light show with over a million lights ($24.95–$29.95 per car).
Christmas Village Lighting CeremonyNov 21, 2025 | 5:30–6:30 PM | Main Street, Jordan VillageMeet Santa & Mrs. Claus and enjoy festive lights.
🛍️ Holiday Markets & Shopping
Holiday HandMade MarketNov 21–23, 2025 | 9 AM – 5 PM | Niagara Falls Convention CentreHandcrafted jewelry, art, décor, clothing, and more ($10 admission).
Starlight MarketNov 21, 2025 | 4–9 PM | Lincoln Museum & Cultural Centre, JordanArtisan vendors, Polar Express train, and festive activities.
West Lincoln Holiday MarketNov 29, 2025 | 9 AM – 1 PM | West Lincoln Community CentreLocal vendor shopping.
Faith Welland Christmas MarketNov 29, 2025 | 10 AM – 3 PM | 380 South Pelham Rd, WellandLocal artisans, free admission.
Holiday Market – Niagara Pumphouse Arts CentreDec 5–6, 2025 | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Dec 7–14, 11 AM – 4 PM | Niagara-on-the-LakeHandmade holiday gifts and ornaments.
Christmas Market WellandNov 29, Dec 6, 13 & 20, 2025 | 7 AM – 12 PM | Welland Farmers’ MarketHoliday vendors, decorations, and Santa.
A Soulful Holiday MarketNov 21, 2025 | 4–9 PM | Greg Frewin Theatrical Centre, Niagara FallsSpiritual, wellness, and holiday-inspired gifts.
🎶 Concerts & Performances
Shaw Festival – A Christmas CarolNov 1 – Dec 21, 2025 | Royal George Theatre
Shaw Festival – Irving Berlin’s White ChristmasNov 7 – Dec 21, 2025 | Festival Theatre
Jingle Bar Pop-UpNov 15 – Jan 11, 2026 | Old Stone Inn Boutique HotelWinter pop-up bar experience.
Johnny Reid – OLG StageDec 3, 2025 | 8 PM | Fallsview Casino Resort
A Niagara Christmas CarolDec 4–14, 2025 | St. Catharines
A Merry & Bright Christmas TourDec 5–6, 2025 | McArthur Estate, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Annual Candlelight StrollDec 5, 2025 | 6:30–9 PM | Heritage District, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Home for the Holidays – Partridge Hall & FirstOntario Performing Arts CentreDec 13 & 14, 2025 | St. CatharinesHoliday concert with full orchestra and choir ($24–$90).
The Music of A Charlie Brown ChristmasDec 8, 2025 | 7:30 PM | FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, St. Catharines ($33+)
The Nutcracker – Niagara BalletDec 15–16, 2025 | FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, St. Catharines ($35–$55)
Jann Arden Christmas TourDec 17–18, 2025 | Greg Frewin Theatre, Niagara Falls ($90+)
Arkells – Sleigh The NightDec 18, 2025 | 8 PM | OLG Stage, Fallsview Casino
Down With WebsterDec 19, 2025 | 8 PM | OLG Stage, Fallsview Casino
Matt Dusk – A Very Sinatra ChristmasDec 20, 2025 | 8 PM | OLG Stage, Fallsview Casino
🎅 Santa & Family Events
West Lincoln Santa Claus ParadeNov 29, 2025 | 5 PM | West Lincoln
Merry and Bright: Welland Santa Parade & Tree LightingNov 22, 2025 | 5–8 PM | Civic Square, Welland
Family Fun with Santa (Drone Show)Nov 29, 2025 | 2–6 PM | Fort Erie Racetrack
Niagara-on-the-Lake Christmas Tractor ParadeDec 11, 2025 | 6–8 PM | Meridian Credit Union & Centennial Arenas, Virgil
Breakfast with Santa – Inn on the TwentyDec 7, 13 & 14, 2025 | 9:30 AM | Jordan Station ($40/adult, $25/child)
⛸️ Outdoor Skating & Winter Activities
Outdoor Skating Rinks (weather permitting)Various Parks, Niagara Falls – bring your own equipment.
🏡 Historic Homes & Special Tours
Niagara-on-the-Lake Rotary Holiday House TourDec 5–6, 2025 | Various locations, Niagara-on-the-Lake ($49–$54+fees)
Christmas at Nelles ManorDec 6–7, 2025 | Various Times | Nelles Manor Museum, Grimsby ($5–$10)
Holidays @ the HomesteadDec 6, 11–13, 2025 | Brown Homestead, St. Catharines ($5–$15)
Victorian Candlelight ChristmasDec 7, 2025 | 4–6 PM | McArthur Estate, Niagara-on-the-Lake ($75/adult)
Candlelight Christmas PartyDec 13, 2025 | 7 PM | Nelles Manor Museum, Grimsby ($50)
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Niagara Region Holiday Events Guide 2025
Experience the magic of the holiday season across Niagara Region! From sparkling light displays to festive markets, concerts, and family fun, there’s something for everyone. Events are organized by category and listed in chronological order.
🎄 Holiday Light Displays & Festivals
Festival of Lights
Winter Festival of Lights — Nov 15, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 | Niagara Falls, ON —Canada’s largest free outdoor light festival featuring millions of twinkling lights across the city.
Laser Light Spectacular — Nov 15–20 (Fri & Sat), Dec 26–Jan 4 | Queen Victoria Park, Niagara Falls, ON — Free, family-friendly laser show with bursts of color and music.
Misty Lodge — Fridays & Saturdays, 6–9 PM | Queen Victoria Park, Niagara Falls, ON — Lighted teeter totters, swings, mascots, and holiday treats.
Falls Illumination & Fireworks — Dec 25–Jan 4, Nightly | Queen Victoria Park, Niagara Falls, ON — Spectacular nightly fireworks and illumination displays.
Annual Poinsettia Show — Nov 15, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 | Floral Showhouse, Niagara Falls, ON —Seasonal floral displays to celebrate the holidays.
Let It Glow: A Celebration of Light — Nov 29, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026 | St. Catharines, ON — Citywide illuminated light displays.
Safari Lights — Nov 21 – Dec 30, 2025 | Safari Niagara, Stevensville, ON — Drive-through Christmas light show with over a million lights
Christmas Village Lighting Ceremony — Nov 21, 2025 | 5:30–6:30 PM | Main Street, Jordan Village, ON
Holiday Markets & Shopping
Holiday HandMade Market — Nov 21–23, 2025 | 9 AM – 5 PM | Niagara Falls Convention Centre, Niagara Falls, ON
Starlight Market — Nov 21, 2025 | 4–9 PM | Lincoln Museum & Cultural Centre, Lincoln, ON
West Lincoln Holiday Market — Nov 29, 2025 | 9 AM – 1 PM | West Lincoln Community Centre, Smithville, ON
Faith Welland Christmas Market — Nov 29, 2025 | 10 AM – 3 PM | 380 South Pelham Rd, Welland, ON
Holiday Market – Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre — Dec 5–6, 2025 | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Dec 7–14, 11 AM – 4 PM | Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Christmas Market Welland — Nov 29, Dec 6, 13 & 20, 2025 | 7 AM – 12 PM | Welland Farmers’ Market, Welland, ON
A Soulful Holiday Market — Nov 21, 2025 | 4–9 PM | Greg Frewin Theatrical Centre, Niagara Falls, ON
Concerts & Performances
A Christmas Carol — Nov 1 – Dec 21, 2025 | Shaw Festival, Royal George Theatre, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas — Nov 7 – Dec 21, 2025 | Shaw Festival, Festival Theatre, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Jingle Bar Pop-Up — Nov 15 – Jan 11, 2026 | Old Stone Inn Boutique Hotel, Niagara Falls, ON
Johnny Reid – OLG Stage — Dec 3, 2025 | 8 PM | OLG Stage, Fallsview Casino Resort, Niagara Falls, ON
A Niagara Christmas Carol — Dec 4–14, 2025 | St. Catharines, ON
A Merry & Bright Christmas Tour — Dec 5–6, 2025 | McArthur Estate, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Annual Candlelight Stroll — Dec 5, 2025 | 6:30–9 PM | Heritage District, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Home for the Holidays – Partridge Hall & FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre — Dec 13 & 14, 2025 | 250 St. Paul St, St. Catharines, ON
The Music of A Charlie Brown Christmas — Dec 8, 2025 | 7:30 PM | FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, 250 St. Paul St, St. Catharines, ON
The Nutcracker – Niagara Ballet — Dec 15–16, 2025 | FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, 250 St. Paul St, St. Catharines, ON
Jann Arden Christmas Tour — Dec 17–18, 2025 | Greg Frewin Theatre, 5781 Ellen Ave, Niagara Falls, ON
Arkells – Sleigh The Night — Dec 18, 2025 | 8 PM | OLG Stage, Fallsview Casino Resort, Niagara Falls, ON
Down With Webster — Dec 19, 2025 | 8 PM | OLG Stage, Fallsview Casino Resort, Niagara Falls, ON
Matt Dusk – A Very Sinatra Christmas — Dec 20, 2025 | 8 PM | OLG Stage, Fallsview Casino Resort, Niagara Falls, ON
Santa & Family Events
West Lincoln Santa Claus Parade — Nov 29, 2025 | 5 PM | West Lincoln, ON
Merry and Bright: Welland Santa Parade & Tree Lighting — Nov 22, 2025 | 5–8 PM | Civic Square, Welland, ON
Family Fun with Santa (Drone Show) — Nov 29, 2025 | 2–6 PM | Fort Erie Racetrack, Fort Erie, ON
Niagara-on-the-Lake Christmas Tractor Parade — Dec 11, 2025 | 6–8 PM | Meridian Credit Union & Centennial Arenas, Virgil, ON
Breakfast with Santa – Inn on the Twenty — Dec 7, 13 & 14, 2025 | 9:30 AM | Inn on the Twenty, Jordan Station, ON
Outdoor Skating Rinks (weather permitting) — Various Parks, Niagara Falls, ON – bring your own equipment.
Historic Homes & Special Tours
Niagara-on-the-Lake Rotary Holiday House Tour — Dec 5–6, 2025 | Various locations, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Christmas at Nelles Manor — Dec 6–7, 2025 | Nelles Manor Museum, Grimsby, ON
Holidays @ the Homestead — Dec 6, 11–13, 2025 | Brown Homestead, St. Catharines, ON
Victorian Candlelight Christmas — Dec 7, 2025 | 4–6 PM | McArthur Estate, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Candlelight Christmas Party — Dec 13, 2025 | 7 PM | Nelles Manor Museum, Grimsby, ON
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