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Niagara Falls Illumination Board 100th Anniversary
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.
Events
In honour of the Niagara Falls Illumination Board reaching this monumental milestone, there will be a series of events and activations on the following dates:
- June 8 – Event to commemorate the first lighting of Niagara Falls with timed fireworks on June 8, 1925
- July 1 to 4 – Binational fireworks timed to radio broadcast
- September 12 to 14 –Special event commemorating anniversary
See the Falls illumination all year! Check the schedule here.
History
On September 14, 1860, Niagara Falls was forever changed when 200 Bengel lights were installed to celebrate the visit of the Prince of Wales. Over the years, the Falls continued to shine brightly for royal visits and special occasions.
In the early 1920s, a group of local businessmen, known as the ‘generators’, championed the cause for better lighting. Their successful fundraising efforts led to the installation of 24 new arc lights and the establishment of the Niagara Falls Illumination Board on February 24, 1925.
Legacy Lightings
Over the years, illuminations have helped raise awareness for hundreds of charities, along with recognizing globally significant events and milestones.
1879: First Electric Illumination
2004: Breast Cancer Awareness
March 29, 2008: Earth Hour
April 2016: Queen Elizabeth’s 90th Birthday
September 2022: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
December 2024: Honoring Jimmy Carter
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. All special illumination requests are reviewed and approved by the Niagara Falls Illumination Board
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