Niagara Falls Fireworks and Illumination
Visitors gather at scenic viewing locations throughout the park to watch dazzling fireworks explode over the waterfalls. The display illuminates the mist and rushing waters alongside the park's vibrant nightly colored light displays. On New Year's Eve, guests can take in extended nine-minute shows to celebrate the holiday.
Nov 14, 2026 – Jan 9, 2027 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Fireworks: 8 p.m.; New Year’s Eve: 8 p.m. and midnight. Illumination: every evening beginning at dusk; November 1–December 31, 4:30 p.m.–2:00 a.m. (approximate and subject to change according to light conditions).
Accessibility
Niagara Falls State Park is accessible, and wheelchair and mobility scooter rentals are available nearby.
Pets
Pets are welcome in the park on a six-foot leash; clean up after them. Pets are not permitted in buildings or attractions unless they are service animals.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Choose one of Niagara Falls State Park’s many viewing areas to watch the fireworks, since the display can be viewed throughout the park.
- Check weather conditions before setting out, because all fireworks displays are subject to weather conditions.
- Dress warmly and watch your step in the park; icy conditions may close some outdoor viewing areas.
- Check the winter schedule before choosing a night: displays run Fridays and Saturdays, plus nightly from December 18, 2026, through January 2, 2027.
- On New Year’s Eve, choose between the 8 p.m. and midnight shows; both are special nine-minute displays.
Special Events & Promotions
- Nightly fireworks run December 18–January 2, in addition to Friday and Saturday displays.
- On New Year’s Eve, two special nine-minute fireworks displays are scheduled.
- The winter fireworks series returns this year.
Links & Contact
Run by Destination Niagara USA
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long are the fireworks displays?
The regular displays last five minutes; the two New Year’s Eve displays last nine minutes each.
Where can I watch the fireworks?
Watch from one of the many viewing areas in Niagara Falls State Park.
Are the displays affected by weather?
All fireworks displays are subject to weather conditions.
What else can I see alongside the fireworks?
Niagara Falls is illuminated in an array of colors every evening beginning at dusk.
Can I bring my dog into the park to watch?
Pets are welcome in Niagara Falls State Park on a six-foot leash; clean up after them. Pets are not allowed in buildings or attractions unless they are service animals.
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