{"id":3133,"date":"2018-11-07T12:14:38","date_gmt":"2018-11-07T17:14:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/?p=3133"},"modified":"2018-11-07T12:14:38","modified_gmt":"2018-11-07T17:14:38","slug":"5-great-things-to-do-in-niagara-falls-this-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/blog\/2018\/11\/07\/5-great-things-to-do-in-niagara-falls-this-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Great Things to Do in Niagara Falls this Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_3134\" style=\"width: 235px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/kelly-sikkema-475108-unsplash-min.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3134\" class=\"wp-image-3134 \" src=\"https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/kelly-sikkema-475108-unsplash-min-250x377.jpg\" alt=\"Winter in Niagara Falls\" width=\"225\" height=\"339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/kelly-sikkema-475108-unsplash-min-250x377.jpg 250w, https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/kelly-sikkema-475108-unsplash-min-768x1160.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/kelly-sikkema-475108-unsplash-min-700x1057.jpg 700w, https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/kelly-sikkema-475108-unsplash-min-120x181.jpg 120w, https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/kelly-sikkema-475108-unsplash-min-132x200.jpg 132w, https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/kelly-sikkema-475108-unsplash-min-166x250.jpg 166w, https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/kelly-sikkema-475108-unsplash-min.jpg 1987w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-3134\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Experience winter in Niagara Falls<\/p><\/div>\n<p>While summer is the most popular season for people to visit Niagara Falls, there&#8217;s definitely something to be said for a winter getaway to the city. Here&#8217;s a\u00a0 list of 5 great things to do while you&#8217;re in Niagara Falls during winter.<\/p>\n<h3>Visit the Falls<\/h3>\n<h4><em>A breathtaking frozen spectacle<\/em><\/h4>\n<p>The sub-zero temperatures Niagara Falls experiences every winter transform the world-famous waterfalls into icy natural wonders. The icy mist from the falls also transforms the surrounding trees and parklands into a winter wonderland that is truly breathtaking.<\/p>\n<p>So pack your warmest clothes and don\u2019t forget your camera when you come to see the spectacular Niagara Falls this winter!<\/p>\n<h3>Experience the Winter Festival of Lights<\/h3>\n<h4><em>Magical illuminations all around the city<\/em><\/h4>\n<p>One of the highlights of winter in Niagara Falls is the city\u2019s annual Winter Festival of Lights. The festival features beautiful illumination displays placed along an 8km route and millions of sparkling lights in the city\u2019s parklands.<\/p>\n<p>This year\u2019s festival runs from November 3<sup>rd<\/sup> to January 31<sup>st<\/sup> and features:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Illumination displays and exhibits &#8211; the Passage light tunnel, 3D Canadian wildlife displays, Prismatica illuminated art exhibit, and many more.<\/li>\n<li>Events &#8211; Deck the Falls Holiday Walking Tours, Cascades of Fire International Fireworks Competition, New Year\u2019s Eve Outdoor Concert in Queen Victoria Park, and weekend fireworks shows over Niagara Falls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Learn more about this year\u2019s Winter Festival of Lights <a href=\"https:\/\/wfol.com\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Splash Around at Fallsview Indoor Waterpark<\/h3>\n<h4><em>Indoor fun for the whole family<\/em><\/h4>\n<p>Niagara Falls often experiences sub-zero temperatures in winter, so if you want to take a break from the cold and experience family-friendly fun, look no further than Fallsview Indoor Waterpark.<\/p>\n<p>The 3-acre Fallsview Indoor Waterpark is home to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Thrilling waterslides and plunge bowl<\/li>\n<li>Full-size wave pool<\/li>\n<li>1,000 gallon tipping bucket<\/li>\n<li>Year-round outdoor activity pool<\/li>\n<li>Adult-only Jacuzzis<\/li>\n<li>Children\u2019s play area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And the waterpark offers special <a href=\"https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/packages\/family-waterpark-getaway\/\">Hotel &amp; Waterpark Packages<\/a> that make it easy to plan a Niagara Falls family vacation.<\/p>\n<h3>Drink Icewine<\/h3>\n<h4><em>Niagara\u2019s famous liquid gold<\/em><\/h4>\n<p>Niagara Icewine is a treasured Canadian product made from grapes that have frozen while still on the vine. Every winter, the Niagara Region celebrates this unique dessert wine with special festivals and events, including the beloved <a href=\"http:\/\/www.niagarawinefestival.com\/event\/niagara-icewine-festival\">Niagara Icewine Festival<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The 24<sup>th<\/sup> annual Niagara Icewine Festival will be taking place over three weekends in January and will feature more than 30 participating wineries, incredible wine and food pairings, delicious treats like roasted chestnuts and Icewine Marshmallows, and the elegant Niagara Icewine Gala at Fallsview Casino Resort.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t miss out on this one-of-a-kind winter celebration.<\/p>\n<h3>Dine in Style<\/h3>\n<h4><em>Extraordinary meals overlooking Niagara Falls<\/em><\/h4>\n<p>Some of the most incredible views of Niagara Falls can be found from the dining rooms of Massimo\u2019s Italian Fallsview Restaurant, Prime Steakhouse, and Fallsview Buffet Restaurant.<\/p>\n<p>Massimo\u2019s Italian Fallsview Restaurant offers authentic Italian cuisine inspired by Chef Massimo Capra\u2019s unique connection to both Italy and Niagara, while Prime Steakhouse offers contemporary steakhouse dining unlike anywhere else in the city. And for unbeatable variety that the whole family will love, make sure to check out Fallsview Buffet Restaurant.<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy breathtaking views of Niagara Falls and delicious food from all three of these\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fallsavenueresort.com\/dining\/\">Fallsview restaurants<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While summer is the most popular season for people to visit Niagara Falls, there&#8217;s definitely something to be said for a winter getaway to the city. 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