It’s no surprise that Niagara Falls will be flooded with thousands of tourists hoping to catch a glimpse at the once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse. But if you’re someone who waited until the last minute to figure out your plans, you might be finding it a bit tricky.
Many events across the region are completely sold out as people eagerly await the phenomenon. But don’t worry, we’ve gathered a list of a few places you can head out to this April 8.
The solar eclipse is expected to start at 2:04 p.m. and last about two and a half hours. The sun will be fully eclipsed at approximately 3:20 to 3:23 p.m.
(Just a reminder that things are selling out QUICKLY. All events posted in this article still had tickets available at the time of publication. We will delete events as they continue to sell out – but you still might beat us to it.)
Solar Eclipse Free Concert
Where: Queen Victoria Park
Price: FREE
Niagara Falls Tourism will host a free concert at Queen Victoria Park with a star-studded line-up, including Ontario’s own The Glorious Sons. The concert will go from 2:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.
The Niagara Symphony Orchestra will play the prelude to the total solar eclipse and resume playing once totality is reached.
Eclipse Viewing Parking Lot Party
Where: Frontier BBQ and Smokehouse
Price: From $11.98
Join the Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview for a Parking Lot Party that will feature live music, a DJ, food trucks, drinks, and fun lawn games.
Each ticket will include a pair of protective solar eclipse glasses and a souvenir drink cup.
Queenston Mile Vineyard Viewing Party
Where: Queenston Mile Vineyard
Price: $50
If you’re looking for something more laid back, you’ll want to grab your tickets to this Niagara winery event. With live music and an outdoor wood-burning pizza oven, it’s sure to be a good time.
The ticket price includes a pair of solar eclipse glasses, one pizza per person and one glass of wine. There will also be a cash bar if you’re looking for some more.
Park in the Dark
Where: The Jukebox Diner
Jukebox Diner, a 1950’s 1950s-themed take-out food truck, will give out a pair of solar eclipse glasses with every combo purchase (while supplies last.)
With 3-acres of land, the spot invites you to pull up your lawn chairs and enjoy the show! (Keep in mind this is a first-come, first-serve location, tickets aren’t available for this event.)
A Solar Social: A View With A View
Where: Colaneri Estate Winery
This picturesque winery will be throwing a party with multiple different locations to get an unobstructed view of the eclipse. Each RSVP will include a pair of solar eclipse glasses and complimentary snacks.
Glasses of wine are available for purchase throughout the party. Reservations are not required but are highly recommended.
The Good Earth- BYO Picnic Blankets
Where: The Good Earth
While The Good Earth is sold out in their main dining room and tasting room, they still have some space open for those stragglers with no reservations.
The space will offer wine and pizza (weather dependent) outdoors with a first come first serve system for their patio. On top of that, guests are also welcome to bring their own picnic blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the eclipse in their orchards.
Solar Eclipse Viewing @ Ferox
Where: Ferox by Fabian Reis
Price: $25
For all those wine lovers, Ferox is hosting the perfect viewing party at their stunning winery. For $25 per person, you’ll get a glass of wine and ISO-certified viewing glasses.
No RSVP is required, so it’s the perfect spot to head out to if you left things to the last minute.
SiN Solar Eclipse Party
Where: Spirit in Niagara Distillery
Price: Free Admission
If you want to toast the solar eclipse, you’ll want to head over to Spirit in Niagara Distillery. With free admission, you can watch the event unfold on their sprawling patio.
Souvenir eyewear will be available upon purchase of a cocktail. There will also be a surprise commemorative cocktail for the event.
