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Learn more about Niagara Falls on a walking tour or at an Education Station. Plus, programming isn’t limited to just Niagara Falls. Check out all our offerings at EventBrite.com.

All programming is subject to change. Unless noted otherwise, registration is suggested but not required, and participation is first-come-first-served.

Be on the lookout for our Pop-Up Education Stations!

  • I Love My Park Day

    Where: Goat Island
    When: May 2

    Join thousands of volunteers in caring for our state parks, historic sites, and public lands at New York’s largest single-day volunteer event. I Love My Park Day is a chance to roll up your sleeves and show some love for the public lands that we rely on.

    For more information, please visit https://www.ptny.org/events/i-love-my-park-day/

  • Mother’s Day Watercolor Cards

    Where: Niagara Falls State Park – Education Center
    When: May 2, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

    Join us in the Education Center to create nature themed Mother’s Day cards. All materials provided.

  • Goat Island Walk

    Where: Niagara Falls State Park
    When: May 15, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

    Join an educator on a walk around Goat Island to experience all the beauty of Niagara Falls. Dogs are welcome.

  • Niagara Gorge Industries

    Where: Niagara Falls State Park – Discovery Lot
    When: May 17, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

    Join a park naturalist on a short, but challenging loop hike on one of the Niagara Gorge’s lesser traveled trails going through what used to be old industry!

  • Evening Hike Through History

    Where: Niagara Falls State Park
    When: May 22, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

    Join educators on a walk throughout the park to discuss the history of Niagara Falls and notable events that had taken place around the area.

  • Scenic Overlook Hike

    Where: Niagara Falls State Park – Discovery Lot
    When: May 23, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

    Take a walk with an educator into the Niagara Gorge to take in the beautiful views and learn a little about the natural and local history of the area.

  • A Gorge-ous Hike

    Where: Niagara Falls State Park – Discovery Lot
    When: May 25, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

    Join a park naturalist for a guided hake along the upper and lower trail to experience the beautiful Niagara gorge.

  • National Trails Day: Length of the Gorge

    Where: Niagara Falls State Park – Discovery Lot
    When: June 6, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    Celebrate the 33rd National Trails Day with our annual Length of the Gorge hike!

  • Wellness Walk

    Where: Niagara Falls State Park – Discovery Lot
    When: June 13, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

    Start your morning with a wellness walk in one of the most picturesque parks in our region!

  • Wildflower Watercolor Series

    Where: Niagara Falls State Park – Discovery Lot
    When: June 13, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

    Join us for this reoccurring watercolor series where we will create nature journals based upon wildflowers we see throughout the season.

  • Wellness Walk

    Where: Niagara Falls State Park – Discovery Lot
    When: June 20, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

    Start your morning with a wellness walk in one of the most picturesque parks in our region!

  • Hike Through History

    Where: Niagara Falls State Park
    When: June 20, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

    Join a park naturalist on a hike to learn about the rich history of Niagara Falls State Park!

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Park Information

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