Cicada Music and Arts Festival
Cicada Music and Arts Festival returns to Henley Island in St. Catharines October 5th and 6th, featuring performances by some of Canada’s most acclaimed acts: Half Moon Run, Big Wreck, Serena Ryder, Death From Above 1979, Andy Shauf, The Blue Stones, Dear Rouge, Born Ruffians, Kevin Drew of Broken Social Scene, Lowest Of The Low and many more.
Niagara’s biggest independent music festival marks its 5th year in 2024, with musical artists and activities for the entire family to enjoy.
Michelin Guide restaurants in Niagara
One of St. Catharines best new restaurants is carving a niche in the Niagara food scene and beyond. Part restaurant, part butcher; Fat Rabbit in St. Catharines offers a unique dinning experience that’s been catching everyone’s attention since opening in September 2023, including the renowned Michelin Guide.
Photo courtesy of Tara O’Brady
The best fall festivals
From Canada’s largest wine festival to Canada’s largest celebration of arts, culture and heritage and everything in between, some of the best fall festivals in Niagara are here is St. Catharines. There’s something for everyone to enjoy featuring unique experiences and attractions that are totally worth a fall road trip to St. Catharines.
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Port Dalhousie’s Henley Island isn`t just for world-class rowing crews! This fall’s Cicada Music and Arts Festival brings an incredible lineup of musicians to the shores of the renowned rowing course, including Half Moon Run, Big Wreck, Serena Ryder, Death From Above 1979, Andy Shauf, The Blue Stones, Dear Rouge, and more.
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📸 @cicadafest #StCatharines #niagarawinefestival #autumn #fallfestivals
Oct 1
Today is a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a day that honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities.
Join us in honouring, learning and reflecting their stories and cultures and committing to listening, understanding and healing as we move forward together.
📸 @nrncofficial #ndtr #lovestc #stcatharines
Sep 30
No better way to say goodbye to September than at @niagarawinefest! Join us in Montebello Park for local, VQA wine, food, music and games! Check out our new Wander Niagara activation for collector photos, old school ring toss and great prizes!
#niagarabenchlands #lovestc #niagarawine
Sep 28
The Niagara Grape and Wine Festival, Canada’s largest wine festival, returns to the heart of wine country September 27-29 to celebrate the region and the bounty of the harvest. Don`t miss the Montebello Park Wine and Culinary Village, 24 hours of live music, the Grand Parade and more. Click our bio link at @lovestc_ for more details.
#StCatharines #niagarawinefestival #autumn #fallfestivals
Sep 26
Trekking into fall 🍂🍁 The leaves might still be green, but the crisp air and beautiful scenery make this the perfect time for a hike in St. Catharines. 🥾🌞 Plan your autumn adventure with our list of some of the best hiking spots in Niagara => link in bio at @lovestc_
📸 @o.connor.photography #StCatharines #autumn #hiking #brucetrail #trailtuesday
Sep 24
It`s festival season in Niagara and some of the best fall festivals are in St. Catharines. September in St. Catharines is Grape and Wine time and the Niagara Grape and Wine Festival, Canada’s largest wine festival, continues this weekend. Event in the Tent, a wine and line dancing party with High Valley, the final Discovery Pass weekend and so much more. Our bio link at @lovestc_ has more details.
Make sure these St. Catharines stops in the heart of Niagara Wine Country are on your itinerary:
@13thStreetWinery
@henryofpelham
@kingscourt_estatewinery
Sep 20
Congratulations to our friends at Fat Rabbit for well deserved recognition as a Recommended restaurant by the @michelinguide! Amazing accomplishments in your first year here in St. Catharines! We are proud to have you as part the emerging foodie scene here in STC! Find Fat Rabbit on the Michelin Guide app!
Sep 19
Di`s Pizza Pies is catching everyone`s attention as the pizza slice and pop shop is fitting nicely into Downtown St. Catharines culinary scene that`s emerging as a foodie destination. Click our profile link at @lovestc_ to read about Di`s Pizza Pies and other STC spots that made Toronto Life`s foodie road trip guide to the best of the best.
📸 @dispizzapies #lovestc #StCatharines #ontariotravel #exploreontario #explorecanada #visitniagara
Sep 18
Fall flavour roll call 📣 We want to know where to find the best pumpkin spice lattes, hot apple ciders and other favourite fall flavours in St. Catharines. Go!
📸 @thistlebookshopandcafe #autumn #fallflavours #pumpkinspiceseason #foodie #fallfavourites #visitniagara #stcatharines
Sep 17
