The traditional continues for the Niagara Grape and Wine Festival, which originated in 1952, now showcases three unique events: the Niagara Wine Festival, held each September; the Niagara Ice-wine Festival, held in January; and the Niagara New Vintage Festival held each June. From its humble beginnings over 50 years ago, a world-class event has evolved. The Niagara Wine Festival hailed as one of the Top 100 Events in North America by the ABA, has twice been named Ontario‘s Cultural Event of the Year. Take a look at the program highlights.
Enjoy more than 100 events including winery tours and tastings, concerts, Niagara cuisine, artisan shows, wine seminars, family entertainment and one of Canada’s largest street parades during the 57th Niagara Wine Festival.
Get started by clicking on the “Events” button to plan your visit to the Festival. Finish by clicking on “Visiting Niagara” for more information on where to stay and what else to do.
Be sure you join us for the 57th Annual Pen Centre Grande Parade on Saturday September 27, 2008 in downtown St. Catharines. For a quick overview of the festival, please download The Official Guide.
The main festival activities take place in St. Catharines’ historic Montebello Park, where fine wine, food and outstanding entertainment meet. Dating back to 1952 the festival is rich in history.
If you are a business looking to get in front of an ever increasing audience, visit our audience page. With a bigger audience come more opportunities for businesses to sell their goods and services to this niche market.
Visitors are encouraged to visit their favourite winery boutique to pick up a bottle of Ontario VQA wine to enjoy when they return home as they fondly recall their excursion to Niagara’s wine country.
Getting Here
Whether you are visiting from within Canada or the USA, take a look at our directions page for venue information, maps and directions.
Visit The Main Website For Shows And Times During This Event
http://www.niagarawinefestival.com/
Also, check out our previous blog regarding the Niagara Wine Festival here!