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Niagara Falls , ON – The city of Niagara Falls is preparing to host its annual Spring Festival -- a celebration of spring, enjoying nature and the beauty of the blossoms throughout the entire Niagara Parks. The festival begins on May 19 and runs to June 30 with a variety of activities and entertainment for the entire family.

Pizza Pizza Fireworks and Coca Cola Concert Series
Canada 's longest running fireworks series will light up the skies every Friday, Sunday and holiday at 10:00 p.m. , from May 19 to October 8, preceded by our Coca Cola Concert Series at 8 p.m. The concert series will run to Labour Day weekend ending on Sunday September 3rd. It's the perfect family outing!

Summer Concert Line-Up
May 19	Summerfield		July 9	Borderline
May 21	Borderline		July 14	Assorted Nuts
May 22	Good Question		July16	Juke Box Junkies
May 26	Vox Violins		July 21	Portrait
May 28	Midnight Shift		July 23	Midnight Shift
May 29	Renegade		July 28	Good Question
June 2	PK Hummingbirds		July 30	Juke Box Junkies
June 4	Tymes 3		August 4	Assorted Nuts
June 9	Assorted Nuts		August 6	Midnight Shift
June 11	Borderline		August 7	Summerfield
June 16	Summerfield		August 11	Portrait
June 18	Good Question		August 13	Midnight Shift
June 23	Portrait		August 18	Good Question
June 25	Assorted Nuts		August 20	Summerfield
July 1	2 Nation Celebration		August 25	Portrait
July 2	2 Nation Celebration		August 27	Assorted Nuts
July 3	2 Nation Celebration		September 1	Good Question
July 4	2 Nation Celebration		September 3	Renegade

More Niagara Parks events:

Cirque Niagara ~ May 20 - October 8
AVAIA , the new $10-million production will feature world-class cirque performers, equestrian theatrical riders and some of the world's rarest breeds of horses. Located under the Big Top (at Rapidsview Park ), the show will entertain 1500 guests twice a day, six days a week (excludes Mondays).  

The 7 th Annual Vineyard Cycle Tour & Challenge ~ May 28
Test your endurance on one of three (25, 50, 75 km) routes and enjoy the beauty of the Niagara Parkway and the many wineries along the way. Last year, over 800 cyclists and volunteers took part in the cycle tour, returning to the historic Queenston Heights Park for a picnic lunch, wine tasting, prizes and entertainment. All proceeds from this event go the Niagara Schools' Healthy Heart Program. For more information contact Heart Niagara 905-358-5552 or visit www.heartniagara.com.

140 th Anniversary Fenian Raid ~ June 3 & 4
Relive the past at Old Fort Erie when the ruins of the Fort became a tactical stronghold during the Fenian Raids of 1866. Marking the 140 th Anniversary of the largest Fenian (Irish Republican) Raid into Canada , the ruins of Old Fort Erie were used as a base of operation for the Fenians. Over 1000 Irish Republican Army men made it into Canada West (present day Ontario ) during this raid and fought the Canadian Militia at Ridgeway and Bridgeburg between June 1 st and 3 rd 1866, before withdrawing to Buffalo , New York . Battles will be reenacted on Saturday June 3 rd and Sunday June 4 th at 1:30 p.m. and on Saturday at 1 p.m. Lincoln Alexander will unveil a provincial plaque from the Ontario Heritage Trust. Featured entertainment in the band shell includes Fiddlers Three, Harpist Carol Farrar and The Irish Dance Troop performing on Saturday at 7 p.m.

Niagara Flower & Garden Show ~ June 9 - 11
Calling all garden lovers! The show exhibits over 100 vendors with everything for the home gardener including the newest and trendiest plants, tools and accessories, featuring guest speakers and more held at the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens. Group packages are available including admission, attractions & dining. Call 1-877-642-7275 or visit www.niagaraflowerandgardenshow.com for more information.

Art in the Gardens ~ June 9, 10 & 11; July 8 & 9; August 12 & 13
The annual Spring Festival Art Show will be held in conjunction with the Niagara Flower & Garden Show. Featuring artwork by local Artisans from the Parkway Artist Guild, see the beauty of various art forms showcased in the dazzling manicured Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens and Arboretum. Kids can also try their hand at their own masterpieces using the natural beauty of the garden as their subject. Visitors and art enthusiasts alike can saunter at leisure through the exhibits that are pleasantly laid out along the walkways that run throughout the 99 acre garden. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday Afternoon Concert Series ~ beginning June 11 from 2 - 4 p.m.
The Sunday Afternoon Concert Series in Queenston Heights Park will feature the sounds of big bands, symphony orchestras, Dixie and more.

Tea and Literature at McFarland House ~ June 12, July 17 & August 14 at 2:30 p.m.
Enjoy a leisurely, literary afternoon in the 19 th century atmosphere of McFarland House, accompanied by our delightful afternoon tea. Call 905-468-3322 for program details.

RCMP Officer Meet and Greet ~ beginning June 23
Canada is known for many things but nothing is more notable than the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Come to Table Rock House, located at the brink of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls during the summer on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to meet a RCMP officer for photos and to answer questions. Don't forget to bring your camera!

2-Nation Celebration ~ July 1 to July 4
Celebrate the birth of two great nations at the only bi-national wonder in North America ! Daytime activities include interactive theatre performances and sampling opportunities from some of Canada 's leading corporations with hot performances from some of North America 's leading musicians and spectacular fireworks. Don't miss the newly commissioned fireworks music specifically created for the Niagara Falls fireworks to be performed by the Niagara Symphony on July 1 st along with choreographed fireworks display at 10 p.m.

Friendship Festival ~ July 1 to July 4
The Friendship Festival features spectacular concerts, entertainment, crafters and more in celebration of over 200 years of friendship between Canada and the US . Visit www.friendshipfestival.com.

Moonlight Movie Nights ~ July & August (dates to be determined)
Free movies will be offered in the picturesque Oakes Garden Theatre throughout July and August beginning at dusk. For a complete list of Universal movies in the Park, visit our website closer to the date.

Simcoe Day ~ August 5 -7
The Civic Holiday is also known as Simcoe Day. Celebrate by visiting the Mackenzie Printery & Newspaper Museum and learn how the nation's oldest printing press helped John Graves Simcoe shape the province of Upper Canada . For details please call 905-262-5676.

Living History Weekend at Old Fort Erie ~ August 12 & 13
The battles of 1814 turned Fort Erie into Canada 's bloodiest battlefield over Canada 's largest annual re-enactment weekend. Over 400 volunteers engage in four battles and conduct demonstrations. A candlelight tour, Sunday memorial service, grand encampment and pyrotechnics make this not only a special event, but a fun educational experience.

Family Bug Safari ~ August 12 & August 19 from 1 - 3 p.m.
Visit the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens and go “on Safari” with Butterfly Conservatory staff to discover and name a variety of insects.

International Plein Air Painters ~ September 8 and 9
Artists from around the world join together in Niagara Falls for the 4 th Annual Worldwide “Paint Out”. Watch master artists paint the unique characteristics of Niagara Falls and the Niagara Parks Commission properties and see their interpretations of this world icon unfold before you.

Fort Erie Celtic Festival ~ September 9
On the grounds of Old Fort Erie , starting at 8 a.m. enjoy pipe bands, Celtic dance demonstrations, music, heavy events competition, Celtic food, vendors and more. Call 905-871-0540 for details.

The Battle of Chippawa ~ July 5
This ceremony will mark the 192 nd Anniversary of the Battle of Chippawa. The first major engagement in 1814 during the War of 1812 saw over 4000 men fight on the fields and in the woods of Samuel Street 's farm.

Living History Weekend ~ August 5 & 6
Witness the battles of 1814 which turned Fort Erie into Canada 's bloodiest battlefield. Over 400 volunteers engage in 4 battles and conduct demonstrations. A candlelight tour, Sunday Memorial Services, Grand Encampments and pyrotechnics make this not only a special event , but a fun educational experience as well.

Fort Erie Celtic Festival ~ September 9
On the grounds of Old Fort Erie , starting at 8 am enjoy Pipe Bands, Celtic Dance Demonstrations, Celtic Music, Heavy Events Competition, Celtic Food and Vendors and much more. 

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For more information, visit www.niagarafallscorp.com or contact:
S. Alek
President
(905) 658-6600
niagarafalls@gmail.com