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.
2026 Fireworks Series
FIREWORKS OVER THE FALLS – Summer Series
Starts May 15, 2026, nightly fireworks at 10 PM, run through to October 12th, 2026.
Fireworks Over Niagara Falls – Winter Festival of Lights ✨
The skies are about to sparkle again! Each winter, Niagara Falls lights up with spectacular fireworks shows as part of the Winter Festival of Lights.
Winter Schedule to be announced, but typically runs
❄️ from mid-November to the end of December.
Bundle up, look up, and take in one of Niagara’s most dazzling winter traditions just steps from your stay at Holiday Inn by the Falls.
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.
