Special Events in Niagara Falls USA
Waterfalls are just the start
Niagara Falls State Park is more than just waterfalls. There is so much history, lore and ecology here that we occasionally offer hikes or walks and talks that focus on some of the things that make the region even more special. Many notable events are held at the park, and also nearby. For more information about special events at Niagara Falls, please visit www.NiagaraFallsUSA.com.
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Snowshoe/Winter Hike
Where: DeVeaux Woods State Park
When: Sunday, February 9, 2025; 11 AM – 12:30 PMTake a winter hike through DeVeaux Woods and learn the basics of snowshoeing with a Park Naturalist. Registration required at EventBrite.com.
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Birds on the Niagara – Feathers on Lake Ontario
Where: Fort Niagara State Park
When: Saturday and Sunday, February 15-16, 2025; 2 PM – 4 PMJoin a naturalist with a spotting scope on the sun lawn in Fort Niagara to view the migrating waterfowl over Lake Ontario! Registration required at EventBrite.com.
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“Lug your Mug” Stroll at the Park
Where: DeVeaux Woods State Park
When: Friday, February 21, 2025; 5 PM – 6:30 PMGrab your favorite mug or thermos and take a stroll through the cool winter air at DeVeaux Woods State Park. Bundle up and sip some hot chocolate while taking in the views of old growth woods. Weather permitting; adventure will be taken on snowshoes. Registration required at EventBrite.com.
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Winter Stroll Along the Gorge
Where: Whirlpool State Park
When: Saturday, February 22, 2025; 1 PM – 2:30 PMTake a leisurely stroll along the rim trail from Whirlpool State Park to Freedom Plaza and back to take in the winter scenery and learn some fun facts about the gorge! Registration required at EventBrite.com.
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Spring Bark Walk
Where: DeVeaux Woods State Park
When: Sunday, March 9, 2025; 10:30 AM – 12 PMJoin an educator on a walk around the old growth forest of DeVeaux Woods State Park to learn about the diversity of bark we can find and how to use it to ID trees! Registration required at EventBrite.com.
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Changing Seasons
Where: Whirlpool State Park
When: Saturday, March 15, 2025; 1 PM – 3 PMJoin us for a short hike and watch winter melt away as we search for signs of spring! Registration required at EventBrite.com.
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Spring Into Spring (Seniors 62+)
Where: Reservoir State Park
When: Thursday, March 20, 2025; 11:30 AM – 1 PMJoin a park naturalist as we spring into the next season on this relaxing stroll along an accessible pathway in Reservoir State Park! Registration required at EventBrite.com.
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Spring Gorge Stroll
Where: Devil’s Hole State Park
When: Sunday, March 23, 2025; 10:30 AM – 12:30 PMTake a leisurely stroll along trail 2 with an educator and learn more about the signs of spring! Registration required at EventBrite.com.
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Tails on Trails at DeVeaux Woods
Where: DeVeaux Woods State Park
When: Saturday, April 5, 2025; 10 AM – 11:30 AMBring your furry friend on this casual walk through the new and old growth woods at DeVeaux while discovering the park’s history and what critters might call this park home. Registration required at EventBrite.com.
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Changing Seasons
Where: Whirlpool State Park
When: Saturday, April 19, 2025; 1 PM – 3 PMJoin us for a short hike as we watch winter melt away and search for signs of spring! Registration required at EventBrite.com.
Park Information
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