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Queen Victoria Park, Niagara Falls

Falls Illumination

Every evening, Niagara Falls is transformed into an incredible, multi-coloured water and light masterpiece.
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Niagara Falls Illumination Experience the dazzling lights on Niagara Falls

Every evening beginning at dusk, Niagara Falls is transformed into an incredible, multi-coloured water and light masterpiece.

Special lights are housed in the Illumination Tower, next to Queen Victoria Place; on the roof of Table Rock Centre, at the brink of the Horseshoe Falls; and deep in the Niagara Gorge, across from the American Falls. Together, these lights work to create a breathtaking view not to be missed. The falls are also lit in custom colours for short durations to mark significant dates in support of charitable causes. Special colour illuminations are provided courtesy of The Niagara Falls Illumination Board.

The New Falls Illumination

How do they light up Niagara Falls? In 2016, almost 20 years since the last major investment in falls lighting, the existing Xenon lights were replaced with new, energy-efficient LED lighting technology. These new lights provide more than twice the previous lighting levels, programmable lighting, and a wider spectrum of colour. The new lights also fill gaps to provide a more consistent lighting effect.

The ‘Illumination of the Falls’ has been financed and operated by The Niagara Falls Illumination Board since 1925.

American Falls illuminated in the winter
American Falls illuminated at night
Illumination of purple and blue lights on Niagara Falls

Falls Illumination Schedule

What time do the lights come on at Niagara Falls?

January 1 – January 31 5 PM – 1 AM
February 1 – March 11 5:30 PM – 1 AM
March 12 – March 31 7:30 PM – 2 AM
April 1- May 14 8:00 PM – 2 AM
May 15 – July 31 8:30 PM – 2 AM
August 1 - August 15 8:00 PM – 2 AM
August 16 - August 31 7:30 PM – 2 AM
September 1 - 19 7:00 PM – 2 AM
September 20 - 30 6:30 PM – 2 AM
October 1 - 15 6:15 PM – 2 AM
October 16 - October 31 6:00 PM – 2 AM
November 1 - December 31 4:30 PM – 2 AM
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Niagara Falls Illumination Board 100th Anniversary

For 100 years, Niagara Falls has dazzled visitors with nightly illuminations, transforming into a stunning, multi-colored spectacle. On February 24, 2025, the Niagara Falls Illumination Board celebrated its 100th anniversary, marking a century of lighting up the Falls for global events, causes, holidays, and cultural milestones.

The Niagara Falls are often lit in special colours for many registered charities marking a significant date in support of their cause. Special Colour Illuminations are provided courtesy of The Niagara Falls Illumination Board.

Special Illumination Calendar

DateTimeCauseColour(s)
July 2010:00 - 10:15215 Anniversary of Independence of Colombia, July 20thRed, Blue, Yellow
July 2210:00 - 10:15World Fragile X DayTeal
July 2310:00 - 10:15Kickoff of Manchester United Preseason TourRed, White, Black
July 2310:15 - 10:30Egypt's National DayRed, White, Black
July 2510:00 - 10:15Light Up for Sarcoma (Part of month long Sarcoma Awareness Month)Yellow
July 2510:15 - 10:30World Drowning Prevention DayBlue
July 2810:00 - 10:15Celebration of the 204° Independence of PeruRed, White, Red
July 2810:15 - 10:30World Hepatitis DayRed, Yellow, Purple, Green
July 3010:00 - 10:15Gastroschisis Awareness DayGreen
July 3010:15 - 10:3026th Enthronement of HM Mohammed VI, King of the Kingdom of MoroccoRed, Green
August 610:00 - 10:15Bolivia 200th Anniversary of IndependenceRed, Yellow, Green
August 710:00 - 10:15World PVNH DayCanadian Falls: Yellow, Pink | American Falls: Pink, Yellow
August 910:00 - 10:15International Day of World’s Indigenous PeoplesOrange
August 1410:00 - 10:15AARP's Social Security's 90th AnniversaryRed, White, Blue
August 1510:00 - 10:15Festival of IndiaOrange, White, Green
August 1510:15 - 10:30Brother Sister Community DayBlue, Pink, Blue, Pink
August 1610:00 - 10:15Restoration DayBlue, White, Red
August 3110:00 - 10:15Overdose Awareness DayPurple
September 2110:00 - 10:15World Myositis DayRed, Blue, Yellow, Green
September 2510:00 - 10:15Opening Ceremonies for the 2025 Ryder CupRed, White, Blue
September 2710:00 - 10:15Buffalo Niagara Conquer Chiari Walk Across AmericaPurple
September 2710:15 - 10:30Apraxia Awareness DayBlue
September 30Top of every hour for 15 minutesNational Day of Truth and ReconciliationOrange
October 110:00 - 10:15Domestic Violence Awareness Month Purple
October 1610:15 - 10:30Purple Thursday Purple
October 2510:00 - 10:15World Spina Bifida Day Teal
October 2510:00 - 10:15Occipital Neuralgia Awareness Day Teal
November 310:00 - 10:15Light the World in Teal for Alzheimer’s Awareness MonthTeal
November 8Top of every hour for 15 minutesNational Indigenous Veterans DayOrange
November 11Top of every hour for 15 minutesRemembrance DayRed
November 11Bottom of every hour for 15 minutesVeterans DayRed, White, Blue