Is Niagara Falls Open on Easter Sunday?

Niagara falls between United States of America and Canada.

On Good Friday, which falls on March 29, 2024, and the following Sunday, March 31, for Easter, almost all of Niagara Falls attractions will be open and operating. These include but not limited to The Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara Parks Power Station, Floral Showhouse, Butterfly Conservatory and all of the area’s parks and garden centers, and much more.


Since Easter falls on a long weekend, there will be more opportunities to get together and celebrate with loved ones!

As the Easter holiday ushers in a season of new beginnings, seize this chance to deepen the relationships that are most meaningful to you.

Stroll through the surrounding parks and gardens to take in the breathtaking springtime blooms of Niagara Falls.

In this blog, we will be covering:

1. Top Niagara Falls Attractions
2. Easter Brunch and Dining
3. Boat Cruises
4. Easter Weekend Events
5. What’s Closed on Weekend

1. Top Niagara Falls Attractions

DSLR picture of the famous Niagara Falls on a nice day. Many of tourists are looking at the falls.

Niagara Falls: Canada’s most famous waterfall, Niagara Falls, is also one of its top tourist destinations. It has featured in many Hollywood movies and has been visited by celebrities and famous people.

Niagara Falls is spread across the US-Canada border and can be viewed from both countries.

Niagara Falls, Canada receives more tourists than its American counterpart. It has better views, is more scenic and has more tourist attractions. Niagara Falls, Canada has been developed as a tourist destination.

Know more about Niagara Falls Private Tours and explore details and others experiences.

A young lady having close-up view of Journey Behind The Falls.

Journey Behind The Falls: You can also witness Journey Behind the Falls which is a year-round attraction that offers an unique view of the Falls from below and behind. By elevator, visitors descend 150 feet, where they can enter a 150-foot tunnel that leads to two outdoor viewing decks and two portals that are situated just behind the Falls.

The footpath through the Niagara Parks Floral Showhouse.

Floral Showhouse and Botanical Gardens: Visit Floral Showhouse to view their annual spring display. The colorful array of flowering plants will make you forget the cold winter temperatures outside. There will be a lot of tropical annuals too. There will be a gradual changeover of the plants throughout the 3 months of the display. The annual tropical and spring blooms will give way to the showhouse’s annual Easter display featuring lilies and schizanthus by the time Easter arrives.

Also come and enjoy the Botanical gardens of gorgeous flowers, tropical plants and orchids that signal the arrival of spring.

Two friends enjoying wine tasting at one of the wineries.

Niagara-on-the-Lake Wineries: You can embark on this 5-hour private trip of Niagara-on-the-Lake from Niagara Falls offers individualized attention and a customized agenda. Take a tour of six wineries: Jackson Triggs, Konzelmann Estates, Two Sisters, Reif Estate Winery, Peller Estate Winery, and Ice House Winery.

You can always book this winery tour with Niagara Tours Day and Evening Tour which is available throughout the calendar months of the year.

2. Easter Brunch and Dining

Revolving Dining Room

Experience Easter brunch and dining at some of the best restaurants and eateries in Niagara Falls to savor the flavors of the season. Savor mouthwatering dishes that are sure to please your palate, classic Easter meals, and rich sweets that will make you feel like you’re celebrating.

Book a table for your family Easter lunch/dinner at one of the many amazing Fallsview restaurants, whether you’re looking for steak and seafood or pizza and pasta, you’ll get the best of it all in Niagara Falls.

3. Boat Cruises

Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada – June 17, 2023: Niagara city cruises carrying passengers in the Niagara River. The ride is a tourist attraction.

Niagara Falls Boat Tour: Embark on a full-day guided multi-experience adventure to the breathtaking Niagara Falls, leaving the hustle and bustle of Toronto behind.

Experience the mist on your face while on a famous Niagara City cruise at the foot of the falls, and don’t miss the opportunity to see the roaring waters up close at the Journey Behind the Falls attraction.

Falls Illumination Evening Tour of Niagara Falls,

Falls Illumination and FireworksThe Illumination tower was built in 1906 and was at one time part of the Ontario Power Generating Station.

Every evening the lights are turned on and bring a different kind of magic to Niagara Falls. The lights change depending on holidays or charitable events.

This is Canada’s longest running fireworks series (it has run for over 20 years). Fireworks are display throughout the Summer and Fall seasons and on rare occasions in the winter months as well. All firework shows begin at 10:00PM.

You can witness this splendid spectacle through Niagara Falls Day and Evening Tours as well.

4. Easter Weekend Events

Niagara Falls History Museum: On March 28, Modern Times – Winter Film Series 2024.

Five feature films prove the power of drama and comedy to characterize everyday heroes with a capacity to endure the chaos of modern life.

Programmer, film critic, writer Joan Nicks introduces the films and engages audiences in conversation following each screening.

Niagara Falls Solar Eclipse Concert: On April 8th, Queen Victoria Park.

Capping off the show with Ontario’s own The Glorious Sons at Queen Victoria Park following the celestial wonder of the total solar eclipse over Niagara Falls.

The full lineup includes performances by: The Glorious Sons, JJ Wilde, New Friends, The Boneheads & a special performance from the Niagara Symphony Orchestra.

In case you are looking for an altogether exclusive tour during the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024 then we suggest Total Solar Eclipse Tours for you.

5. What’s Closed on Weekend

Some heritage sites like the McKenzie Printery and McFarland House will be closed. However, here’s compiled list of a few entities that are closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday:

    • All City and Town Halls.
    • Federal and provincial government offices.
    • All municipal offices.
    • Most grocery stores are closed but call ahead to be sure.
    • The Pen Centre in St. Catharines.
    • Fairview Mall in St. Catharines.
    • Briarfield Shopping Centre in St. Catharines.
    • Pendale Plaza in St. Catharines.
    • Seaway Mall in Welland.
    • Community centers and libraries.
    • Banks.
    • Canada Post (no mail pick up or delivery).
    • Community Recycling Centers.
    • All beer stores.

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