Business Events Guide 2023

Our convention centre has a lovely little water feature.

Whether planning a large conference, an executive board meeting or a theatre-worthy show, host your next event just 250 steps from the natural wonder of Niagara Falls and in the heart of Canada’s premier wine and culinary region. Our state-of-the-art venue boasts open, flexible meeting space without a pillar in sight, all within walking distance of 4,000 branded hotel rooms.

300,000 SQ FEET OF OPEN, FLEXIBLE SPACE

MEET IN NIAGARA FALLS

Niagara Falls Tourism is the official Destination Marketing Organization for the City of Niagara Falls, Canada, representing 400 establishments in Niagara Falls and the Niagara Region. Niagara Falls is one of Canada’s top international meeting, event and convention destinations. Overlooking the legendary waterfalls, this four-season bucket-list destination combines awe-inspiring natural wonders and the breathtaking landscapes of Canada’s premier wine region with world-class accommodation, unique venues, state-of-the-art sustainable event spaces, thrilling entertainment and team-building options and an awarding-winning culinary scene. A bucket-list destination and Canada’s entertainment capital, Niagara Falls offers endless unique options to create memorable events. From intimate gatherings to large conferences, unrivalled venues and backdrops make gatherings unforgettable.

#MeetinNiagaraFalls

Thank you for considering Niagara Falls as a destination for your conference or group. It is such a beautiful destination with so many things to offer.

Find more information in this guide or contact us for detailed information regarding your RFP.

Niagara Falls boasts a diverse collection of meeting and conference venues for business events of all sizes. From the Niagara Falls Convention Centre, to a wide selection of quality hotels and off-site venues, you’ll find just the right size meeting space offering just the right services for your event.

Hotels with Meeting Space

Americana Conference Resort, Spa & Waterpark

Best Western Plus Cairn Croft Hotel

DoubleTree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton-Niagara Falls

Embassy Suites by Hilton

Niagara Falls-Fallsview

Fallsview Casino Resort

Four Points by Sheraton

Niagara Falls Fallsview

Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview

Hotel & Suites

Marriott Fallsview Hotel & Spa

Marriott on the Falls

Old Stone Inn Boutique Hotel

Radisson Hotel & Suites Fallsview

Sheraton Fallsview Hotel

Sterling Inn & Spa

Off-Site Venues

Casa Mia Ristorante

Doc Magilligan’s Restaurant & Irish Pub

Greg Frewin Theatrical Centre

Hard Rock Club

Legends on the Niagara Golf

Niagara Brewing Company

Niagara City Cruises

Niagara Distillery

Niagara Parks Power Station & Tunnel

Peller Estates Winery & Restaurant

Queen Victoria Place Restaurant

Queenston Heights Restaurant

Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery

Table Rock Centre

Table Rock House Restaurant

Trius Winery & Restaurant

Two Sisters Vineyards

Wayne Gretzky Estates Winery & Distillery

Whirlpool Golf Course

Team Building Experiences

Casino Niagara

Clifton Hill Attractions-HOCO

Greg Frewin Theatrical Centre

Niagara City Cruises

Niagara Helicopters Limited

Niagara Parks Attractions

Niagara Parks Golf

Niagara Parks Heritage

Niagara Parks Nature & Gardens

OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino

Outlet Collection at Niagara

Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours

WildPlay Niagara Falls

Winery Tours & Tastings

Event Suppliers

Luxury Coach

MCC Destination Management

Niagara Airbus

WeeStreem

Convention Centre

Niagara Falls Convention Centre

A TEAM THAT GETS DOWN TO

Site Inspections

Coordinating visits to hotels, meeting venues and attractions that deliver nothing less than impressive results

Bid Assistance

Gathering proposals from different Niagara Falls partners and packaging them into a completely customized bid

Booking Support

Connecting you with destination experts who have your best interests in mind and want to see you be successful

Venue Sourcing

Choosing venues that suit your requirements and fit with all the needs and objectives of your meeting or event

Transportation Planning

Assisting you to arrange transportation that will see delegates get to, around and from Niagara Falls with ease

Supplier Introductions

Agenda Development

Offering suggestions on how to enhance your agenda with speakers and programs that are unique to our destination

Matching you with the most results-driven and customer-focused suppliers Niagara Falls has to offer

Event Promotion

Supporting your attendance boosting efforts by giving you access to the latest visual resources and promotional materials

Experience It All

OUR EXPERIENCES

If you are choosing to bring people together for a reason, don’t limit them to hours of tedious note-taking and anxious fidgeting. Instead, set them free from the day’s doings by planning experiences that unleash a different kind of productivity. Niagara Falls, the spectacle your delegates will grow accustomed to seeing every day, serves as both the starting point and the main source of inspiration for your off-site activities.

Up in the air or down on the water, under the stars or surrounded by lights, energy levels are at their highest in Canada’s top leisure destination.

Keep minds moving and appetites craving as your group learns to appreciate the natural wonders of a region ripe for exploration. Recreational trails perfect for hiking and cycling also double as your route to an internationally acclaimed food and wine scene. In the culinary capital that is Niagara, meaningful conversations take place in the vineyard, where the local tastes are as seasonal as they are authentic. At any time of year, make your delegate outings feel like a private retreat with excursions to some of the most immersive environments around. After all, the more opportunities there are to build lasting relationships, the better off your team will be.

Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours

OUR REGION

CLIMATE Niagara is a peninsular region with two Great Lakes and inclusion in Ontario’s Greenbelt. Its unique climatic environment, shielded by the Niagara Escarpment (UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve), gives way to some of the best agricultural growing conditions.

COMMERCE Sharing a border with the United States has helped make Niagara one of the busiest economic trade corridors in North America. This is all made possible thanks to a diverse network of transport infrastructure and a central location in the Great Lakes Megalopolis.

CULINARY The distinct microclimates and soil conditions found throughout the region have allowed vintners to produce award-winning wines for almost 50 years. Paired with a culinary scene that’s exploding by the minute, eating and drinking well are simply a way of life in Niagara.

INDUSTRY Situated in the midst of the country’s industrial heartland, Niagara ranks among the top 10 in North America for competitive manufacturing. As an agricultural giant with close to 2,000 cash crop and greenhouse operations, our region also produces the most wine in all of Canada.

INNOVATION Niagara continues to climb the ladder and reach new heights with its industry-driven research initiatives, go-getter talent pools, and game-changing entrepreneurial hubs. Our list of competitive advantages, topped by a strong advanced manufacturing sector, is one that most communities would envy.

Go With The Flow

AMAZING VIEWS

It can be tough to decide the best place to view Niagara Falls - so discover our recommendations and decide for yourself. Ranked by their distance from the Falls, these must-see breathtaking views are unlike anywhere else in the globe!

NIAGARA HELICOPTERS

Hover 457 metres above the Falls for the perfect aerial shot on this must-do adventure, available through every season.

SKYLON TOWER OBSERVATION DECK

Towering 236 metres high, the only thing more exciting than this renowned view is the glass enclosed elevator ride up!

WILDPLAY ZIPLINE TO THE FALLS

This thrilling vista, at a 67 metre (220 foot) high vantage point, is only seen by those willing to soar along the river’s edge at high speeds.

NIAGARA SKYWHEEL

With climate controlled gondolas perfect for any weather, this leisurely ride on Clifton Hill provides a city-wide view, 53 metres above the plunging waters.

NIAGARA PARKS POWER STATION & TUNNEL

Uncover a new underground experience from 180 feet beneath the halls of the Niagara Parks Power Station with the all-new tunnel experience.

NIAGARA CITY CRUISES

This iconic boat ride will bring you into the belly of the beast! Get unprecedented views (and a little wet) as you sail toward the waterfall, 51 metres below the brink.

Botanical Gardens

Niagara Skywheel

Niagara Helicopter

timeless views

There’s no denying the lure of our famous waterfall. And with 14 million people visiting every year, Niagara Falls can proudly claim it is Canada’s top leisure destination. Besides, we know that great business events are about more than just the view. The minute you add Niagara Falls to your list of destination considerations, you quickly learn we have the accommodation, the expertise, and the meeting and convention space for events ranging from intimate meetings to large conferences.

1. BUCKET LIST BEAUTY

Seeing Niagara Falls in person is a travel must-do for millions. Imagine the excitement your delegates will feel when they discover they can check an item off their bucket list while they’re at work!

2. GETTING HERE COULDN’T BE EASIER

With three international airports (all less than 125 km away), and within a day drive of more than 55% of the U.S. and Canadian population, as well as great train, bus and public transit options, getting your delegates to and from Niagara Falls is a breeze.

3. FOOD FIT FOR FOODIES

Home to one of Canada’s hottest wine and culinary scenes, people who love food, love Niagara. World-class wineries, fresh local produce and a crew of top-notch chefs who are redefining Canadian farm-to-table fare create unforgettable dining experiences your delegates will adore.

4. ACCOMMODATIONS THAT ACTUALLY ACCOMMODATE

Choose from over 14,000 hotel rooms with 50% of inventory dedicated to meetings and conventions. With both world-class brands and independentlyowned properties, you’re sure to find a perfect fit. Image featured: Americana Conference Resort

5. VENUES THAT CREATE MEMORIES

Unique and unforgettable venues create memorable events, and Niagara Falls has creative options like shipboard receptions, winery barrel cellar dinners and meetings overlooking our famous Falls.

6. A FRESH TAKE ON FREE TIME

When it comes to leisure time, Niagara Falls offers delegates outdoor experiences they won’t find anywhere else. From zip-lining towards the Falls, to wine country cycling, hiking through the Niagara Gorge, paddle boarding on the Niagara River or hitting the greens on our world-class courses, there are endless options for fresh air fun.

7. FOUR SEASONS OF FUN

No matter the month of the year your event is planned, there’s always something exciting happening in Niagara Falls. In fact, when the temperature drops, things really start to heat up with the spectacular Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights and frosty Icewine harvest celebrations during the winter months.

8. OUR CITY NEVER SLEEPS

In Niagara Falls, evening networking never leaves delegates looking at their watches. Whether they’re wanting casino excitement, live music or theatre, a captivating magic show or just a cozy pub to kick back in, they’ll find something that’s just their kind of fun.

9. A WORLD-CLASS CONVENTION CENTRE STEPS FROM THE ACTION

Whether planning a large conference, an executive board meeting or a theatre-worthy show, host your next event just 250 steps from the natural wonder of Niagara Falls and in the heart of Canada’s premier wine and culinary region. Our state-of-the-art venue boasts open, flexible meeting space without a pillar in sight, all within walking distance of 4,000 branded hotel rooms.

10. AN ON-THE-GROUND TEAM COMMITTED TO YOUR SUCCESS

From the moment you put Niagara Falls on your list of considerations for your event, the Niagara Falls Tourism Business Events team is just a phone call or email away to assist you with a wide variety of tasks and connect you with an invaluable network of local experts and suppliers.

Exceeding Expectations Meeting Needs

Many destinations can provide meeting facilities, but at Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel and Suites, we will deliver meeting facilities and service that is unsurpassed. With access to 50,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, over 1,000 deluxe guest rooms and suites, a four-season enclosed walkway to the Fallsview Casino, and one magnificent view, Hilton Niagara Falls can take your function to a whole new level.

Premium Guest Rooms

Our spacious guest rooms feature breathtaking views of Niagara Falls, premium bedding, and amenities such as Wi-Fi, modern TVs, and mini-fridges.

Meeting Rooms

Whether you’re hosting 10 or 1,000, our versatile and plentiful meeting rooms are equipped with presentation technology and catering services perfect for any occasion.

Elevated Dining

Hilton Niagara Falls is home to a number of unique and interactive dining experiences including an all-you-can-eat Brazilian steakhouse and fine dining overlooking the Falls.

Niagara’s Convention Connection

When you book your group’s event at Fallsview Casino Resort, you can be confident you have chosen an exceptional venue that is sure to make a lasting impression.

With over 35,000 square feet of total conference space, Fallsview Casino Resort offers vast functionality through a variety of meeting spaces and boasts Canada’s largest hotel ballroom.

Hilton Niagara Falls is directly connected to Fallsview Casino Resort via a glass-enclosed, temperature-controlled walkway.

culinary city

Table Rock House Restaurant

DELECTABLE DINING

Niagara’s emerging culinary scene has evolved into one of the primary draws for the destination. With so many delectable restaurants to choose from, your biggest problem will be deciding on where to start! Whether you prefer award-winning continental cuisine from high above the Falls, local farm-to-table fare, or to rediscover your favourite dishes from around the world with a Canadian twist, Niagara Falls promises an elevated dining experience from every vantage point. When time is tight, Niagara Falls has many convenient, quick service and friendly restaurants to select from.

Guarantee a locally sourced meal when you choose a Feast On™ certified restaurant. This certification program recognizes commitment to sourcing Ontario grown and made food and drink, letting diners know they’re supporting the Ontario food system and literally getting a taste of Niagara. Every Niagara Parks restaurant is certified, as well as Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery and Peller Estates Winery Restaurant making for plenty of great dining options!

Queenston Heights Restaurant

Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery

Did you know that 60% of North America’s population is located within a 90-minute flight of Niagara Falls? With three international airports, all less than 125 km away, getting to Niagara Falls is a breeze. Without busy commuter traffic and irritating rush hour delays, more time can be spent gazing at our gorgeous vineyards, dramatic lakefronts and sprawling panoramic cliffs.

PLANNER Tip

Make it a smooth transfer to Niagara Falls by planning coordinated group arrivals and opportunities for en route workshop and networking sessions.

FRANKFURT, GERMANY - 8 HRS

NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA

VANCOUVER, CANADA - 5 HRS SAN FRANCISCO, USA - 5.5 HRS

LONDON, UK - 8 HRS

JOHN C. MUNROE HAMILTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

TORONTO PEARSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

BUFFALO NIAGARA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA

TORONTO PEARSON

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

80 minutes away

Canada’s largest and busiest airport with non-stop flights to over 180 destinations worldwide.

BUFFALO NIAGARA

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

30 minutes away

Top ranked medium-sized US airport with 100 non-stop flights per day to 31 destinations and beyond.

JOHN C. MUNRO HAMILTON

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

60 minutes away

Canada’s fastest growing airport with non-stop and connecting service to more than 50 global destinations.

ENTERTAINMENT GALORE

Beyond the city’s renowned backdrop, you don’t have to go far to encounter thrilling entertainment. Fallsview Casino Resort boasts award winning dining, boutique shopping and a roster of world-class performances in two theatres, including the new 5,000-seat OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino, where you’re never more than 150 feet away from the action. Over at Casino Niagara you’ll find two floors of gaming fun, plus dining for all tastes and live entertainment on weekends. Brimming with an eclectic array of comedies, dramas and classics, the world-class Shaw Festival delivers an unparalleled theatre experience in wine country. Get ready to be captivated and amazed by the Wonder Magic Show created by International Grand Champion of Magic, Greg Frewin, and performed by Christian Mascia. Experience the remarkable Niagara Parks Power Station in a whole new way with Currents, an epic sight and sound light show inside the heart of the plant. Of course, shopping is never out of the question. Bring home a piece of Niagara Falls from Souvenir City, or shop ‘til you drop at the Outlet Collection at Niagara and Canada One Outlets, offering tons of brand name fashion outlets and lifestyle retailers.

YEAR-ROUND SIGNATURE EVENTS

NIAGARA ICEWINE FESTIVAL

NIAGARA FALLS MUSIC LIVE

NIAGARA FALLS COMIC CON

NIAGARA FALLS FIREWORKS SERIES

NIAGARA GRAPE & WINE FESTIVAL

NIAGARA FALLS WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Niagara Icewine Gala-Power Station

Christian Mascia-Greg Frewin Theatrical Centre

Niagara Falls Music Live-Brasa Brazilian Steakhouse

visitors unite

Two Sisters Vineyards

WINE, BEER & WHISKEY

For all self-described wine connoisseurs, beer aficionados and whiskey enthusiasts, Niagara is for you!

As Ontario’s most active wine region with more than 90+ sprawling wineries, you’ll find a little something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to evoke feelings of a European countryside, celebrate the history of Niagara grapes, get a distinct taste for the region’s vines, or learn the harvest process from the winemaker, you’ll encounter it all in Niagara Wine Country. Of course, no visit is complete without discovering the sweet signature taste of Niagara icewine. Grab a glass of Canada’s liquid gold or take home a bottle to relive your Niagara adventure long after the getaway ends.

Beyond the grapes, explore the area’s growing brewery and distillery culture. Wander the Niagara Ale Trail and sample pints at more than one of the local breweries, including award-winning Niagara Brewing Company on Clifton Hill. For the whiskey route, be sure to visit Wayne Gretzky Estates, a unique winery / distillery combo known for its handcrafted whiskey cocktails - a real game changer.

TRAVEL TIPS

CURRENCY & EXCHANGE RATE

The currency used in Niagara Falls is the Canadian Dollar. While most businesses will accept American Dollars, you will get the best value by paying in Canadian currency. The rates for currency exchange vary and it’s recommended you have local currency on hand prior to arrival. If not, you can change your money for a fee at a bank, Currency Exchange Center or casino within the city once you arrive.

WEATHER & CLIMATE

ENTRY INTO CANADA

International visitors to Canada require a valid passport and some may require a visa. Visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada by air, will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), valid for up to five years. Exemptions from an eTA include U.S. citizens and travellers with a valid visa.

For further information about documentation required, eTA details and border procedures please visit the Canada Border Services Agency’s website (www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca).

Niagara Falls, like most of Canada, has four seasons that see fluctuations in temperature.

While these are seasonal averages, we recommend checking the daily forecast prior to arrival. Also, always be prepared to get wet, as even on the sunniest days mist from the Falls can blow your way.

GETTING AROUND WEGO

Explore Niagara Falls comfortably and easily on WEGO - a state-of-the-art bus system that connects accommodations and tourist areas so you don’t have to worry about finding your way around. WEGO operates all year to service visitors no matter when they choose to visit Niagara.

There are three bus lines, represented on the map in different colours. One or two-day passes for the buses are available at most hotels in the lobby area, look for the “We Sell WEGO” signs.

Lundy's Lane

Table Rock Centre

Clifton Hill Canadian Horseshoe Falls

GETTING HERE

ROAD Niagara Falls, Canada is connected to the USA by three bridges: Fort Erie Peace Bridge, Rainbow Bridge and Lewiston-Queenston Bridge. Megabus and Greyhound charter buses direct to Niagara Falls from both Toronto and Buffalo, NY.

AIR Niagara Falls is just 30 minutes from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 60 minutes from the Hamilton International Airport and 80 minutes from Toronto’s Lester B. Pearson International Airport.

RAIL VIA Rail provides train service to Niagara Falls with connections throughout Ontario, Quebec and New York state. GO Transit, Coach Canada and Greyhound charter buses travel to Niagara Falls from Toronto and Buffalo, NY. GO Transit service to Niagara Falls is your best bet to beat the traffic! Weekend GO Train service from Toronto to Niagara Falls is now year-round.

BE OUR GUEST

While your itinerary might be action packed, making sure you have a great place to rest your head will take your visit to the next level.

There aren’t many places in the world that offer rooms with a view that equates to having Niagara Falls outside of your window. Accommodations range from towering hotels that allow a view of one of the world’s most celebrated landmarks, chic boutique properties or conveniently located mid-range hotels that offer the ideal balance of everything desirable in the city.

With a variety of accommodations including four colossal indoor waterpark hotels, you’re guaranteed gallons of fun for every age, through every season!

Rest assured Niagara Falls has an accommodation to meet your every need.

Radisson Hotel & Suites Fallsview

Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview

Sheraton Fallsview

Best Western Plus Cairn Croft Hotel

SEASONS OF NIAGARA

A four season destination, Niagara Falls impresses all year long. Starting with winter, you could say the natural wonder peaks during its frozen façade. Whether venturing through the Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights, sipping signature Niagara Icewine or discovering the chill from Journey Behind The Falls, a winter visit is an absolute must!

Of course there’s something to be said of the pristine gardens and flourishing greenery that comes alive during the warmer months. Between the 20,000 plants of the Floral Clock and the nearly 100 acres of stunning gardens at the Botanical Gardens – spring is definitely in the air.

By the time summer hits, the city is in its prime. Stunning fireworks displays, sunshine filled days and Fallsview restaurants serving local fixings makes the possibilities endless!

As the temperature begins to dip, the leaves change colour, framing the entire city in a fiery autumn palette. Also known as maple season in Niagara, this is the perfect time to explore the vines and visit the area’s wineries during their harvest!

Legends on the Niagara Golf Course

WildPlay Adventure Course

Table Rock at the Brink of the Falls

The Tunnel

Our convention centre has a Fully-Stocked Wine Cellar.

Whether planning a large conference, an executive board meeting or a theatre-worthy show, host your next event in the heart of Canada’s premier wine and culinary region and just 250 steps from the natural wonder of Niagara Falls. Our state-ofthe-art venue boasts open, flexible meeting space without a pillar in sight, all within walking distance of 4,000 branded hotel rooms.