Events Calendar

A Travelling Exhibit from the Wellington County Museum and Archives.

Running Saturday, January 20, 2024 to Sunday, May 5, 2024

Tattoos are living images that reveal important stories about our residents, our community and the tattoo phenomenon. My Story, My Tattoo, features 32 photographs and stories of people and their amazing tattoos. 

Participants represent every walk of life - everyone from a cancer survivor to teachers and their students, a firefighter and a farmer. The participants range in age from 26 to 89 years and live throughout Wellington County. 

All the individuals were open and honest, and their stories and personalities are represented through this series of thought-provoking and colourful images. Chris Piccinetti, a Guelph photographer and graphic designer for the County of Wellington, photographed these inspiring images.

An open conversation with different Queer individuals, sharing their stories of personal and professional development by embracing the differences in beliefs, values, appearance, gender, and sexual identities. Disassembling perceived traditional expectations and assumptions while providing a lens of queer thinking and empowerment.   

Please join Pride Niagara’s host and special guest for an open conversation and sharing circle of community members and allies.  

Pride Niagara’s Teach & Tell… recognizing and nurturing previously unidentified possibilities together! 

Special Guest Bio: 

Audience Co-Ordinator- Fundraiser - Drag Performer:  Kyle Miller 

Born and raised in St. Catharines, Kyle pursued post-secondary studies at The Randolph College for the Performing Arts completing a diploma in Musical Theatre Performance. Kyle now works as an Audience Producer for the hit shows Canada's Got Talent and Family Feud Canada. Having also pursued a parallel career as a professional fundraiser, Kyle has supported some of Canada's charities, most notably Rainbow Railroad, helping persecuted LGBTQI people find safety around the world.  He's also known locally for his drag personality Vanity a la Mode - featured at Pride in the Park with Pride Niagara as well as being a fixture at Brock University and Niagara College for Bingo throughout the year. 

“The Gallery Exchange Project” provides the Exchange’s atrium space to local art galleries, in exchange for hosting the Exchange’s studio artists.

Featured gallery: Steve Wilson Studios & The Gallery Niagara

The Gallery Niagara features art from some of Canada’s award winning, leading artists known locally, nationally & internationally. They are one of the only privately owned fine art galleries in Niagara Falls, Ontario.

Opens Friday May 3rd, 7-8:30pm.

Runs to June 30th.

Gallery openings are the 1st Friday of each month. Local craft beer and wine are available for purchase.

Sip on some drinks while enjoying a variety of entertainment:

• A full lineup of live music from the following acts:
  • 5 to 6 pm: DJ Dave Stiles
  • 6 to 7 pm: DRFTR
  • 7 to 8 pm: Nick & Serena
  • 8 to 9 pm: Years of the Modern
  • 9 to 11 pm: LMT Connection
• Exchange Gallery open
• Food Trucks
• Local craft beer and wine

We're bringing it back! Sign up today for our next Roller Skating event at the Niagara Falls Exchange with Niagara Roller Skate Rentals! Skate and dance to your favorite DISCO tunes with your friends and family.

By request from you fine folks - we will have 2 blocks of time for skating!

6:30- 8:00pm (ALL AGES)

8:30pm - 10pm (19+)

Don't miss your chance- spots are limited, so reserve your tickets today.

$20 with Skate Rental | $15 Without Skate Rental

Registration: https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/niagarafalls/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&activity_select_param=2&activity_category_ids=27&activity_keyword=roller&viewMode=list

We're bringing it back! Sign up today for our next Roller Skating event at the Niagara Falls Exchange with Niagara Roller Skate Rentals! Skate and dance to your favorite DISCO tunes with your friends and family.

By request from you fine folks - we will have 2 blocks of time for skating!

6:30- 8:00pm (ALL AGES)

8:30pm - 10pm (19+)

Don't miss your chance- spots are limited, so reserve your tickets today.

$20 with Skate Rental | $15 Without Skate Rental

Registration: https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/niagarafalls/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&activity_select_param=2&activity_category_ids=27&activity_keyword=roller&viewMode=list

Get ready for a funky and eclectic night with Cut Chemist from LA, known for his work with Jurassic 5 and Ozomatli, performing his #TunnelVisionAV DJ Show with Exp.tv on visuals, alongside #Funklectic's creator DJ Maculate & Niagara's DJ Tanner plus Omega 2.0 Dance Crew!

Saturday May 11th 2024 @ The Exchange - Cultural Hub & Market
5943 Sylvia Place, Niagara Falls

Tickets: $20

Website: https://vimeo.com/922887970 
Instagram: djtanner98

Buy Tickets Here: https://rb.gy/rd4xox

Join us on Thursday, May 16 from 6-8 pm at the Niagara Falls History Museum for the first Fantasy & Sass life drawing session.

Copper Otter will be modelling in her handmade leatherwear as well as corsets and other sassy costuming.

$15/person | $10/Exchange Studio Artists
Pre-registration is encouraged.

Contact [email protected] 
Instagram: midgardmetalworks

Join Paradisaea on May, 18th at 6pm or May, 19th at 10:30am at the Niagara Falls Exchange, for a circus journey through the land of Fairytales! Watch them fly through the air on a variety of apparatuses performing jaw dropping routines.

Website: www.paradisaea-aerial.dance 
Instagram: paradisaea_circus 

Buy Tickets Here

The award-winning Niagara Falls Farmers' Market showcases local growers, makers and bakers from across the region. The market also features weekly live music & entertainment, children's activities, community initiatives, and more.

2024 MARKET SEASON: The 2024 market season will run from Every Saturday from 7 am to 1 pm (May 18 to Oct 26) at the Niagara Falls Exchange. Applications to become a Farmers' Market Vendor are now closed.

This summer, visit The Battle Ground Hotel Museum and the Willoughby Historical Museum to learn more about our city's history! Both Museums are open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm, starting May 18 - August 25.

Battle Ground Hotel Museum

The Battle Ground Hotel Museum is located on the hallowed grounds of the Lundy’s Lane Battlefield. The restored 1850’s tavern displays furnished period rooms and artefacts from the War of 1812. The Battle Ground Hotel Museum is the only illustration of a 19th Century inn which exists as a product of the commemoration of the War of 1812, and also as an element of early Ontario tourism.

6137 Lundy’s Lane, Niagara Falls, Ontario

Willoughby Historical Museum

The Willoughby Historical Museum is a former schoolhouse. Visitors can admire former report cards and photographs and observe the markings on the floor where the desks were bolted down. Early life is shown through farming tools and family heirlooms. Visitors are invited to enjoy two interactive exhibits: take a turn weaving on the loom, or connect a call through the telephone operating system which is still working!

9935 Niagara River Parkway, Niagara Falls, Ontario

Learn more about our Summer Museum sites here!

Join Paradisaea on May, 18th at 6pm or May, 19th at 10:30am at the Niagara Falls Exchange, for a circus journey through the land of Fairytales! Watch them fly through the air on a variety of apparatuses performing jaw dropping routines.

Website: www.paradisaea-aerial.dance 
Instagram: paradisaea_circus 

Buy Tickets Here

Price: $80 Members | $90 Non-Members

 Join stained glass expert, Teresa Seaton and learn the skills for copper foiling-stained glass.  Begin by learning the skills to cut, grind, foil and solder while fabricating a beautiful pair of Spring Tulips. This course is a hands-on media. Hand building strength is required. Finished projects will be taken home but no other tools.

To register, please follow this link:

https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/niagarafalls/activity/search/detail/4896?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

BFF Film Screening Night

Get ready to grab your besties and enjoy a night of watching your favorite films together at BYOTA TV's BFF Film Screening Night on Wednesday, May 22nd, at 6:30 PM!

Niagara Falls History Museum
5810 Ferry Street, Niagara Falls

Film Screenings:
"The Phoenix" Jackie's Leap of Faith
"Wilma"....the story of a Black Canadian!

Purchase tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bff-film-screening-night-tickets-868880664457?%20aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1 

BFF Action Film Night & Vendors Market

Check out BYOTA TV's Vendor Market, followed by Action Film Screenings on Thursday, May 23, from 6:30 - 8:30 pm.

The Exchange (Market Hall)
5943 Sylvia Place, Niagara Falls, ON

Film Screenings:
Mirror Finish - Canada
Secrets of Memory - Spain
Return of the Phoenix - Canada
Others TBA 

Purchase tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bff-action-film-night-vendor-market-tickets-870828049137?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1

Price: Members $10 | $15 Non Members

Head on down to the Niagara Falls Exchange for a stellar Music Trivia Night – 70’s Edition! Niagara’s Name That Tune’s trivia master Lee Beaupre brings the 70’s most popular artists like Elton John, Led Zeppelin, the Rolling Stones and more!

Get your grooviest threads on, gather your friends into groups of 2-6, for a nifty night of music trivia at the Niagara Falls Exchange!

19+ Event

Doors Open: 6:30pm

Trivia Starts: 7:00pm

Registration: https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/niagarafalls/activity/search/detail/4959?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Mayhem Metal Market and Live Music Event Saturday May 25th 6:30 pm to 11 pm $25 for adults $15 for 15 and under. Featuring Crimson Ashphalt, Stuck in Neutral, Burdizzo, Cryophilic and Temple of Night and the Launch of Black Sheep Radio, Multiple Vendors and Merch!! 

Website: sofacitysounds.ca
Instagram: sofacitysounds
Purchase Tickets Here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mayhem-metal-market-tickets-866701947857? 

Mayhem Metal Market information

When: May 26^th, June 16^th & June 30^th

Time: 2pm

FREE

Please join the Niagara Falls Concert Band for three special performances at the Niagara Falls Exchange. Drummer Pat Guenette from ‘Gravely’ will be joining the performances – winner of the Htz FM Rock Search!

Price: $50.00 per person

Learn the art of candle making from an experienced instructor at RivR Candles. Choose from a variety of scents to personalize your beautiful 9 oz candle.
As a thank you for joining us, each participant will receive a coupon from RivR Candles on your next purchase - valid for 1 week.

Spots are limited, so reserve your spot today!

Registration: https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/niagarafalls/activity/search/detail/4970?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true