Happy New Year! Ringing in 2024 with Niagara's Finest:

The new year is almost upon us and there is no better way to spend the last moments of 2023 enjoying Niagara Falls!

Skylon Tower: Best Views of Niagara Falls

With spectacular views of the city below, Skylon Tower has two incredible dining rooms overlooking the Falls.

The Revolving Dining Room provides award-winning cuisine from 775 feet in the sky and has a romantic and intimate setting perfect for couples, or special occasions. This world-famous restaurant revolves silently while you enjoy a special menu prepared for New Year's Eve.

The Summit Suite Buffet is a more casual experience that also overlooks the Falls with an extensive buffet ranging from seafood and meats to freshly prepared salads and desserts. The buffet also features a special New Year's Eve menu.

As a bonus perk, admission to the Ride-to-the-Top and Indoor/Outdoor Observatory is free when you dine at either of the Skylon restaurants. The Falls will also be illuminated with fireworks at 8 PM. For those who plan a later dinner, there will also be a very special fireworks display at midnight.

Ruth's Chris Steak House: Best Romantic Meal

Renowned steak house Ruth's Chris is located in the Wyndham Fallsview Hotel and connects to the Fallsview Casino by an indoor glass walkway. The restaurant features a brand-new lounge and multiple dining rooms for an intimate dining experience that has it all. With lush red curtains and glimmering chandeliers, you'll feel transported into a world of service and quality that the restaurant is known for.

With incredible menu offerings like their mouth-watering signature steaks cooked to perfection, and fresh seafood, you'll be sure to enjoy one of the best meals around. Pair your dinner with a glass of Niagara's finest wines and celebrate the new year ahead.

The Keg Steakhouse Fallsview: Best Access to Fallsview District

The Keg Steakhouse Fallsview is located conveniently on the 9th floor of the Embassy Suites Niagara Falls Hotel. With floor-to-ceiling windows, incredible menu offerings with some of the finest cuts of steak, and a great selection of wines, you'll be able to explore all Niagara Falls has to offer with unparalleled views all within walking distance of the best attractions.

Located right in the heart of the Fallsview District, the restaurant and hotel are as close to the Falls as you can get. You'll be able to enjoy a delicious meal and then kick back and enjoy a luxurious stay in a spacious room that offers unobstructed views of both the American and Canadian Horseshoe Falls and nightly fireworks. For great hotel deals for the evening, be sure to check out their New Year's Eve Packages or plan a future stay using our Best Deals page!

Don't Miss the Final Days: Winter Festival of Lights

The annual Winter Festival of Lights will illuminate Niagara Falls into the new year!

The popular festival will be ending on January 7, 2024, so be sure to check out all the sights while you can. Exploring the various tourism districts and taking in all the beautiful light displays is a perfect way to end 2023.

See how Niagara Falls has been transformed with millions of lights, incredible winter tributes, and family-friendly fun for all. There are over 50 displays, trees wrapped in twinkling lights, a light tunnel, and so much more to experience.

Photo by Winter Festival of Lights

Winter Fun for the Whole Family:

The holidays are full of great activities and the City of Niagara Falls presents 2023/2024 Winter Programming that provides great and affordable options for the whole family. Check out a few of their upcoming events below and visit their website for more details:

Almost New Year's Eve Party - MacBain Community Centre

Crafts, snacks, and music to celebrate New Year's before midnight

December 31, 2023 from 11:30 AM -1:30 PM

Ages 3-12, $5 per participant

Join the Waiting List

Switched on Gamers - Victoria Avenue Library

Test your skills on a Nintendo Switch!

January 3, 2024 from 1:00 PM

Ages 9+

Niagara Falls History Museum: Winter Break

Create a snow globe, make homemade ice cream, and enjoy a scavenger hunt and a movie!

January 3-5, 2024 from 1:00 PM

All Ages, starting at $10 for the workshop

Trivia & Hot Chocolate Bar - Victoria Avenue Library

Get ready to be quizzed on 2023 pop culture, books, media, and major events.

January 4, 2024 from 2:00 PM

Ages 13-17

Messy Masterpieces - Niagara Falls Community Centre Library

Create unique masterpieces using different materials and your imagination.

January 4, 2024 from 10:30 AM

All Ages

Photo by City of Niagara Falls

Winter Wonderland at Reif Estate:

Reif Estate Winery presents a Winter Wonderland featuring Seasky International Light Show!

From now until the end of February, visit Reif Winery and be immersed in spectacular exhibits hand-crafted by artisans featuring magical scenes of nature, festive delights, culture, and more.

Every Thursday to Sunday from 5-9 PM, you can stroll the grounds of the winery and enjoy the Winter Wonderland with mulled wine, hot cider, ice wine, or a Vinea hot chocolate.

Tickets can be purchased online in advance to reserve your spot and include a wine sample from the bar! Walk-ins are also welcome.

What's Happening in Niagara:

Here are a few of our featured events for the month of January:

Best Deals: Hot Deals for Niagara

Save big on your next stay in Niagara with Destination Niagara's BEST DEALS!

Wyndham Fallsview Hotel

Starting at $119 per night

Stay until February 29, 2024

• Comfortable, spacious accommodations
• Free Wi-fi
• $70 dining voucher at Ruths Chris Steak House 
• $20 dining voucher at TGI Friday's Restaurant & Bar 
• $15 dining voucher at IHOP Restaurant
• $25 slot voucher for Fallsview Casino or Casino Niagara

See here for more information.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview 

Starting at $165 CAD per night

Stay until March 8, 2024

• Luxurious two-room suite accommodations 
• Free Made-to-Order Breakfast
• Complimentary Evening Reception including two alcoholic drinks 
• $30 Voucher for Fallsview Dining at the Keg Steakhouse + Bar 
• $20 dining voucher at TGI Fridays Restaurant & Bar 
• $20 dining voucher at IHOP Restaurant

See here for more information.

Wyndham Garden Niagara Falls Fallsview

Winter Festival of Lights Package

• Comfortable, Spacious Accommodations 
• Complimentary Wi-Fi 
• $30 voucher for Fallsview dining at The Keg Steakhouse + Bar overlooking Niagara Falls (available Sunday - Thursday, excluding December 31) per stay 
• $20 dining voucher at Vittorio's Italian Eatery (located inside the Fallsview Casino on the Concourse level) 
• $20 voucher at TGI Fridays Restaurant & Bar per stay 
• $15 voucher at IHOP Restaurant per night 
• Bottle of Niagara wine per stay (choice of red or white) 
• Admission for up to 4 to 5 Attractions located in the Fun Zone Fallsview Location: Select (5) five of the following attractions per stay:* 
• Apocalypse Lazer Tag
• Galaxy Lazer Tag
• Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf
• Haunted Hallway
• Torture Chamber
• Admission for up to 4 to 4 Attractions located in the Fun Zone Clifton Hill Location per stay:* 
• Lazer Maze
• Cannon Blasters
• Time Freak
• Lazer Tag

See here for more information.

All Best Deals are subject to change without notice.

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