07/17/2026
🚢 Canal Days is back! One of Niagara’s biggest summer festivals returns to Port Colborne from July 31 to August 3, and if it’s not already on your summer bucket list, it should be. ☀️
Here’s what you can expect this year:
🎶 FREE live concerts featuring Big Wreck, JJ Wilde, Bleeker, The Strumbellas, Bedouin Soundclash and Street Pharmacy
⚓ Step aboard the Empire Sandy or experience one of the many marine heritage attractions along the Welland Canal
🍔 Food trucks, local vendors, downtown shopping and patios throughout the festival grounds
🎡 Family fun with carnival rides, midway games, kids’ activities, the Marine Museum and Ontario’s largest outdoor Classic Car Show
🎆 Don’t miss the Boat Parade of Lights followed by the FREE fireworks on Sunday night!
Whether you’re visiting for the concerts, the Tall Ships, incredible food or a fun family day out, Canal Days is one of those Niagara events you’ll want to experience at least once. Admission to the festival is free, making it the perfect Civic Holiday weekend adventure.
📍Port Colborne, Ontario
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