NIAGARA FALLS CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT FUND [NFCDF]
The NFCDF is an annual fund for local projects to take place between March and February of each year. Project proposals can range from exhibitions to events, walking tours, workshops, panel discussions, lectures, public programs, art installations, project or concept development, heritage-related ideas, community celebrations, interactive experiences and performances. We encourage participatory and co-created projects, and collaborative partnerships between organizations, collectives and individuals. Up to $10,000.INFO
EXCHANGE GALLERY SUBMISSIONS
Attention Artists! The Gallery at the Exchange is a 17’ x 11’ white cube space for rent, located on the second floor near the artist studios. The fee for a Collective or Solo show is $250 for one month. Openings are held by the City on the 1st Friday of each month and a bar and DJ are supplied.+ INFOAPPLICATIONS OPEN FOR ARTIST STUDIOS
Applications are reviewed bi-annually and will be reviewed end November for February + occupancy. The studios offer competitive rates for artists and makers to create visual arts. They are high-quality spaces conducive to artists' needs in terms of ceiling heights, lighting, ventilation, freight elevator, finishing areas, some tools, fume hood, washing station and disposal area. INFO
WOODWORKING SHOP MEMBERSHIP
The woodworking studio is located on the Exchange's main floor, prioritizing creating an accessible creator space for the community. It provides anyone interested in woodworking with the materials and tools required to complete projects. It is a space for amateur woodworkers to explore their potential. It also provides space for those who have downsized their tools and woodworking area to get reintroduced to woodworking, and it provides creators with the equipment to produce work that can be sold. The space is staffed by skilled woodworkers who can assist in projects and run workshops for new and experienced woodworkers. DETAILS
AWARDS
NIAGARA FALLS WALL OF FAME
The Culture Committee's Purpose is to foster, develop and unite artistic and cultural activities in the community. Through the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame initiative the community has the opportunity to celebrate the many outstanding accomplishments of its past and present citizens. This year we will be inducting the following residents for their contributions locally, nationally and internationally for their work in the arts:Brighton Rock, Evergon, Denise Matthews and Wendy Leard. All welcome to attend.
November 7, 7-8pm INFO
THE EXCHANGE
EVENTS AT THE EXCHANGE MARKET, STUDIOS AND MUSEUM.
FOOD. MUSIC. ART. CULTURE.
Visit the Exchange Website for events and more information!
3 EXCHANGE GALLERIES Gallery openings are the 1st Friday of each month. Free.
DJ's. Art. Local craft beer and wine.
NFX Gallery Exchange Project
John Mann Gallery presents the artwork of Jill Sapiente
The Gallery Exchange Project in the Niagara Falls Exchange provides the atrium space to local art galleries, in exchange for hosting the Exchange’s studio artists. The aim is to provide cross exposure for local art galleries, the artists they represent, as well as the studio artists at the Exchange. Oct 4-Nov 9
Atrium Gallery
Christmas & Holiday Greetings
Over the last 6 years, the mayor has hosted a Christmas & Holiday Card Art-Design Contest for elementary school students from grades 1-8 in Niagara Falls. This exhibit showcases the 9 selected winners from the Christmas & Holiday Art-Design Contest 2024 as well as 21 honourable mentions which display a high level of creativity and artistry. Nov 14- Jan 5
Exchange Gallery
Mehad-Munawar Muhammad - Art Project.
The Upper-level Exchange Gallery hosts a monthly rotation of artists from the Exchange Studios and Niagara Region. They open the 1st Friday of the month and host artists, local DJ’s and local craft beverages for all to enjoy. Nov 1- Dec 1. Opening Nov 1, 7-9pm
Mini-Gallery
Jon Shaw - Corridor
The Niagara Falls Exchange Mini-Gallery showcases the miniature artworks of artists from the Exchange as well as from Niagara Falls residents. It is a project that travels every two months to a different building in the city. Nov 1- Dec 30. Opening Nov 1, 7-9pm
NIAGARA LAUGHS: COMEDY SHOW
The Exchange and Garden City Comedy Festival are excited to present "Niagara Laughs", a premier comedy series showcasing some of Canada's top talent. Headlining our inaugural event is none other than one of the countries most loved entertainers Seán Cullen!
This hilarious evening will also feature a stacked lineup of comedic performers, including Ronnie Edwards, Levi Mann, and Deanna Jones and will be hosted by David Green.
November 9, 8pm TICKETS
MAKE YOUR WON ORACLE DECK
Make your own Oracle cards, all skill levels welcome. Come out and create a personalized deck of cards just for you. Located at the Niagara Falls History Museum, Sunday November 3, 1pm to 4 pm . $30 per person registration is required CATANDMONKEYEVENTS@gmail.com or by Phone 905 941 6798 All supplies provided Nov 3, 1-4 INFO
READINGS FROM ESSENTIAL COLLECTIVE THEATRE'S PLAY- "WELLAND CANAL"
POLITICS AND BUSINESS- The third of Essential Collective Theatre’s reading series focuses on the political history surrounding the building of the Welland Canals and the businesses that grew from the canals. After the readings Dr. Kimberley Monk will discuss the labour and business in the Niagara region, including her work on the Shickluna Shipyard. Our special guest reader for this evening is Walter Sendzik!
Nov 14, 7-8:30pm INFO
PAINT LIKE BOB ROSS: ISLAND IN THE WILDERNESS
Spend a relaxing and fun evening with Bob Ross Certified Instructor Bobbi Cosby and create Island in the Wilderness. All materials are provided!
Nov 14, 6:30- 9pm TICKETS
A TOTALLY 90'S PARTY
Join us for a hella fresh night of 90s fun and nostalgia!
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of Weezer's iconic Blue Album performed in it's entirety by Weezer Tribute: THE CUOMOS! 90s dance party with DJ As If. 90s photo Shoot.
Funded in part by the NFCDF.
Nov 16, 7:30 - 10:30 PM INFO
DECK THE HALLS HOLIDAY MARKET
The City of Niagara Falls is hosting a new holiday market, 'Deck the Halls', at The Niagara Falls Exchange.Painted windows by Brainkite Co. will set the stage for a festive event packed with family fun. Activities will include a Polar Express train, kid’s crafting, a s’mores station, and, of course, Santa Claus!
Nov 17, 11-5| FREE ENTRY INFO
WOOD LOG CENTREPIECE: HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
Get into the holiday spirit with a Wood Log Centerpiece workshop with Country Basket Garden Centre! Create a lovely arrangement that you can display on your table, mantle or windowsill for the festive season. Nov 17, 2-4 TICKETS
DRAG IT TO THE EXCHANGE
Who's ready for some fabulous entertainment?! Pride Niagara returns for a special celebration, hosted by the one, the only – Eboni! Join us at the Niagara Falls Exchange for a fantastic night of drag, music and dancing! Established in 2010 Pride Niagara is a celebration of Niagara Region's sexual and gender diverse community and its supporters. Pride Niagara Celebrating our 2SLGBTQ+ heritage and building traditions together. This is a 19+ event.
Nov 30, 9-12 TICKETS
GALE FAMILY WAR OF 1812 GALLERY
COMMUNITY GALLERY
THE ONTARIO POWER GENERATION GALLERY
WATER FOR LIFE INTERNATIONAL ART EXHIBITION
The exhibition will allow the community to explore the international issue of access to safe drinking water and the effect of climate change through a collection of thought-provoking artwork.
October 5, 2024 - January 5 2025
FILM FALL 2024 SERIES
CLASSIC CAPER MOVIES
Bi-weekly: November 7 & 21
"Big caper movies concentrate on the commission of a single crime of great monetary significance." - Stuart M. Kaminsky, film critic
The strong writing, direction, acting and visual style of these five films are key to the caper genre’s enduring appeal. Programmer, film critic, writer Joan Nicks introduces the films and engages audiences in conversation following each screening. For more information and the full schedule, click here.
LITERARY
NIAGARA FALLS POETRY PROJECT
Poetry of and about Niagara Falls & the Niagara River – the waterfalls, the city, the history, the stunters, and everything else Niagara. INFOPOETRY WALKING TOUR OF NIAGARA FALLS
Each point of interest includes a poem, some facts about the area, images, and some have multimedia also. INFONIAGARA THIS WEEK
Truth Through Storytelling: A source for Indigenous news, profiles and community coverage that uplifts and informs. HERE
AUDIO TOUR IN GORGE
Embark on a self-guided audio tour hike of the Niagara Glen, Rekindling All Our Relations – An Indigenous Audio Tour of the Niagara Glen, and discover the Indigenous connections to the nature all around you. INFO
AROUND TOWN
WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
51 nights of twinkling lights. Warm up this winter season with a hot beverage while exploring the Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights. November 16, 2024 - January 5, 2025 INFOHEARTLAND FOREST ASTRONOMY NIGHTS
The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) - Niagara Centre. Since it was founded in 1890, the RASC has filled a special role in both amateur and professional astronomy.
Thursday, Nov 21 INFO
VICTORIA LIBRARY: ROSBERG GALLERY Celebrating Victoria Avenue's 50th Anniversary
NFPL invites the community to an Open House on Saturday, November 23 between 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. at the Victoria Avenue location.
Those who remember Victoria Avenue when it first opened will enjoy reminiscing about the past and anyone new to the area can learn more about how the library looked back when it first opened.
An exhibit in the Rosberg Gallery will showcase photos of both the library and Niagara Falls from the 1970s. Special Local History presentations will dive even deeper into the history of our city. There will be fun activities at several stations located throughout the library - including a special puppet show from Carousel Players. Anyone, no matter how young or old, can take part in remixing art, making buttons, and more. INFO
FIREHALL THEATRE The Woman in Black
A Gripping Ghost Story by Stephen Mallatratt.
October 25 - November 10
Early Bird 2024/25 Season Subscriptions are available now! INFO
REGENCY ATHLETIC RESORT
Sports and Live Music EVENTSIRISH MUSIC NIAGARA
Folk 'n' Irish music sessions every Sunday 1:30 -4:30pm at Doc Magilligan's.
Bring your own instrument and join in! EVENTS at Doc's.
LOCAL
The best lineup of live music, craft beer, local wines, light fare and cocktail bar. Instagram
DOWNTOWN
ON QUEEN STREET
OnQueenStreet is an independent, citizen-driven project produced by residents of Niagara Falls and is supported by local businesses through advertising and sponsorship. EVENTS ON QUEENTAPS BREWHOUSE EVENTS
There is always something happening at Taps Brewhouse. Check out our Facebook Calendar for upcoming events. INFO
CAT & MONKEY EVENTS
Cat & Monkey Events is a one-of-a-kind space located in the heart of Historic Downtown Niagara Falls that has something to offer the body, mind, and spirit. With massage services, a metaphysical retail space, and workshops, we are Niagara’s connection to the magical. INFOWEBSITETHIRD SPACE CAFÉ
A social enterprise, serving beverages, food, and handmade goods & artwork. We prioritize social change and compassion above profits and strive to provide a community space that is welcoming for all. WEBSITESTEVE WILSON STUDIOS & THE GALLERY
The gallery offers a wide variety of subject matter and styles, something to suit everyone’s taste. Contact for information on Paint and Sip night for a fun evening out.
Gallery hours: Wednesday-Saturday 11am-5pm Facebook Website CAMP CATARACT EVENTS
Camp Cataract is a unique venue with a fun, kitschy atmosphere that’ll tickle your nostalgia for summer camps! Amazing food, unique drinks, live music, stand-up comedy, poetry, craft nights, ping-pong, crokinole, vintage pinball machines, board games and so much more! INFONO TELL COCKTAIL
Sneaky little bar lounge in a hair salon. Come for some nice cocktails and fun. No Tell CocktailHAVANA NIAGARA
Find out about different menu items, special events, Cuban Tropicana dance performances and when we are hosting live bands. INFONIAGARA SOCIAL DANCE CLUB / CRYSTAL FALLS STUDIO
Bring the Magic of the Falls to your dancing and the Light of Dance dancing to your Life! SOCIAL DANCING INFO: Belly Dancing, Salsa, Bachata, Waltz.Beautiful event rental venue. RENTAL INFO
