Looking for the fireworks & illumination schedule before you book? Holiday Inn by the Falls keeps you close to the glow, so you can end every evening with a burst of colour over the water.
2025 Fireworks Series
When: Nightly at 10:00 PM, May 16 – October 13, 2025
Where: Launched above the Horseshoe Falls
Why it matters: Canada’s longest-running fireworks series turns the sky into a live postcard every summer night.
Fireworks are presented by Niagara Falls Tourism in partnership with the Niagara Falls Canada Hotel Association and Niagara Parks Commission.
Illumination Schedule
Time: Begins at dusk, runs until midnight most evenings
Colours: A rolling rainbow palette with special-event themes throughout the year
Tip: Arrive 15 minutes before sunset for the best transition from daylight to full glow.
Planning Pointers
- Check the weather. High winds or heavy rain can delay or cancel the show.
- Arrive early. Prime viewing spots fill fast on weekends and holidays.
- Leave the car parked. Guests at Holiday Inn by the Falls walk to the brink in three minutes—no traffic headaches after the finale.
Why Stay With Us?
- Balcony rooms just upslope from the launch site
- Free on-site parking and high-speed Wi-Fi
- Coco’s Steakhouse & Terrace Grill open late for post-show snacks
Quick Schedule Links
- Official Fireworks Updates: niagaraparks.com/fireworks
- Illumination Themes: niagaraparks.com/illumination
Book your room now, sync your visit with the fireworks & illumination schedule, and let Niagara’s night sky put the perfect exclamation point on every day.
