Ball's Falls Thanksgiving Festival 2026

The Ball’s Falls Thanksgiving Festival has been a Niagara tradition since 1974! 

Gather your family and friends and head to Ball’s Falls Conservation Area this Thanksgiving – there is something for everyone!

Shop from over 150 vendors in the bustling craft and artisan market, treat yourself to delicious foods, sample some of the best local craft beers and wines, and listen to amazing live music on the main stage. For the kids, there is endless entertainment and fun – including free face-painting and crafts, magic shows, and live bird-of-prey shows presented by the Canadian Raptor Conservancy. 

The whole family will enjoy exploring the 1800's heritage village, featuring one of Ontario’s oldest operating gristmills, and heading out on a guided nature hike to take in the bright fall foliage and check out Niagara's Escarpment geology with the Niagara Geopark.

For more details on this year’s festival, including the entertainment schedule and a list of participating artisan, food, and beverage vendors, visit www.thanksgivingfestival.ca.

Dates & Times

Friday, October 9: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Saturday, October 10: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Sunday, October 11: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Monday, October 12: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Important Information

The Festival will run rain or shine.

Pets are not permitted at the Festival, only valid service animals.

Admission and Parking

Tickets are valid for single-entry any day of the festival.

Planning to attend multiple days? Purchase one ticket for each day you plan to attend.

On-site parking for this event is limited and not guaranteed. Please consider carpooling, and arrive early.

Parking is located off of Seventh Avenue, Lincoln. Please follow roadside signage and traffic staff.

Pets are not permitted at the Thanksgiving Festival, with the exception of valid service animals.