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Spend the day off from school at Fort George and take part in our adventurous scavenger hunt. January 17, 2020, from 12 pm to 4 pm.
Calendar of events
Take part in a wide range of events, special activities, and memorable experiences in this unique place in Canada! Fort George National Historic Site is located in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. See our hours of operation, fees, and plan your visit today! For more information, please call 905-468-6614 or email pc.niagaraont.pc@canada.ca.
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15 upcoming events
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Vintage – Parks Canada skating rink
Culture and entertainment Sports and recreation
Location(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: Free skatingDecember 14, 2019, to March 22, 2020*
Get ready to skate at the coolest place in town! The Vintage – Parks Canada skating rink is free for all to enjoy and is located beside Fort George National Historic Site. Add to your experience by visiting the fort on Saturdays and Sundays. Free admission for youth 17 and under. *Operating season and hours are subject to weather conditions. Follow our Twitter page for updates on ice conditions, rink closures, special holiday hours, and any special events this season: https://twitter.com/FortGeorgeNHS.
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Saturday night tunes on ice
Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
Time: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: FreeCome skate under the stars and sparkling string lights, featuring music from our live DJ at the Vintage – Parks Canada skating rink. Vintage Hotels will offer concessions, skate rentals ($5), and helmets. Skate rentals include size 7 girls and 11 boys to size 12 adult. Follow our Twitter page for updates on ice conditions, rink closures, special holiday hours, and any special events this season: https://twitter.com/FortGeorgeNHS.
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Saturday night tunes on ice
Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
Time: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: FreeCome skate under the stars and sparkling string lights, featuring music from our live DJ at the Vintage – Parks Canada skating rink. Vintage Hotels will offer concessions, skate rentals ($5), and helmets. Skate rentals include size 7 girls and 11 boys to size 12 adult. Follow our Twitter page for updates on ice conditions, rink closures, special holiday hours, and any special events this season: https://twitter.com/FortGeorgeNHS.
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A brand new Winter Murder Mystery
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: $14.70There is a chill in the air and it’s not just the weather! Join us for a brand new Winter Murder Mystery at Fort George National Historic Site! Major Blue is looking for some keen detectives to help uncover a murderer in a classic "who done it?" with an historical winter twist. Explore the buildings of Fort George to uncover clues and interview suspects with hopes of finding the guilty party. Prizes to be awarded to some and fun to be had by all! Tickets are limited so don’t miss out on this unique winter mystery!
A special event rate of $14.70 per person applies. Price includes tax; ticketing service fee additional. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Sold out! The winter murder mystery show on Friday, February 7, 2020 is SOLD OUT!
A second date may be added if there is enough interest. If you would like to attend this event, please email us at pc.niagaraont.pc@canada.ca. Please provide your name, how many tickets you would like, and a return email contact. If a second show is added, we will email you details about how to purchase tickets.
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Saturday night tunes on ice
Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
Time: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: FreeCome skate under the stars and sparkling string lights, featuring music from our live DJ at the Vintage – Parks Canada skating rink. Vintage Hotels will offer concessions, skate rentals ($5), and helmets. Skate rentals include size 7 girls and 11 boys to size 12 adult. Follow our Twitter page for updates on ice conditions, rink closures, special holiday hours, and any special events this season: https://twitter.com/FortGeorgeNHS.
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PA Day fun at the rink!
Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
Stella Gigliotti Time: 10:00 AM - 09:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: FreeTake your PA day outside – to the skating rink! Fort George will be closed but the skating rink will be open, weather permitting. Helmet rentals are available for free! Skate rentals are available for $5 for girl’s size 7 and boy’s size 11 to adult’s size 12. Please note all children aged 12 and under must be wearing a CSA approved helmet while on the ice. Skate aids may be used and beginners are encouraged to use the center ice.
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Date and skate
Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
Stella Gigliotti Time: 05:00 PM - 09:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: FreeGlide by the rink for a sweet Valentine’s day date - on skates! More details coming soon.
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Saturday night tunes on ice
Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
Time: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: FreeCome skate under the stars and sparkling string lights, featuring music from our live DJ at the Vintage – Parks Canada skating rink. Vintage Hotels will offer concessions, skate rentals ($5), and helmets. Skate rentals include size 7 girls and 11 boys to size 12 adult. Follow our Twitter page for updates on ice conditions, rink closures, special holiday hours, and any special events this season: https://twitter.com/FortGeorgeNHS.
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Family Day - Niagara IceDogs meet and skate
Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
Time: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: FreeCome meet and skate with players from the Niagara IceDogs, their mascot Bones, and Parks Canada’s mascot Parka at the Vintage – Parks Canada skating rink! Participate in activities and games for your chance to win Parks Canada and Niagara IceDogs official merchandise. Warm up with winter comfort foods and beverages on sale by Vintage Hotels.
Family skate: 10 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 5 pmActivities and games: 10 am to 3 pm
Visit the fort: 12 pm to 4 pm (Regular admission rates apply to enter Fort George. Youth 17 and under are free.)
Niagara IceDogs visit: 1 pm to 3 pm
Follow our Twitter page for updates on ice conditions, rink closures, special holiday hours, and any special events this season: https://twitter.com/FortGeorgeNHS.
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Whisky Tasting at Navy Hall
Culture and entertainment Food and drink
Time: 07:00 PM - 10:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: $45 per person
Wheelchair Accessible
The Friends of Fort George in partnership with Forty Creek Distilleries is hosting the third annual whiskey tasting event at Historic Navy Hall, hosted by Forty Creek North American Brand Ambassador, Chris Thompson. Paired with extensive Hors D’hoeuvres, there will be seven different award winning Forty Creek whisky samples provided.
Tickets are on sale now! Call the Friends of Fort George at 905-468-6621 or email admin@friendsoffortgeorge.ca to reserve your spot now!
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Saturday night tunes on ice
Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
Time: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: FreeCome skate under the stars and sparkling string lights, featuring music from our live DJ at the Vintage – Parks Canada skating rink. Vintage Hotels will offer concessions, skate rentals ($5), and helmets. Skate rentals include size 7 girls and 11 boys to size 12 adult. Follow our Twitter page for updates on ice conditions, rink closures, special holiday hours, and any special events this season: https://twitter.com/FortGeorgeNHS.
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Saturday night tunes on ice
Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
Time: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: FreeCome skate under the stars and sparkling string lights, featuring music from our live DJ at the Vintage – Parks Canada skating rink. Vintage Hotels will offer concessions, skate rentals ($5), and helmets. Skate rentals include size 7 girls and 11 boys to size 12 adult. Follow our Twitter page for updates on ice conditions, rink closures, special holiday hours, and any special events this season: https://twitter.com/FortGeorgeNHS.
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March Break activities
Culture and entertainment Nature Sports and recreation
Location(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: Free skatingMeet us at the skating rink for the coolest March Break ever! Weather permitting, the rink will be open all week long, with helmet and skate rentals available every afternoon and evening during weekdays and all weekend long. Fort George will be open on Saturday and Sunday, from noon to 4 pm, with free admission for youth 17 and under.
Monday to Thursday
10 am to 12 pm – open skate
1 pm to 4 pm and 5 pm to 8 pm – supervised family skating, with helmet and skate rentals availableFriday
10 am to 12 pm – open skate
1 pm to 4 pm and 5 pm to 9 pm – supervised family skating, with helmet and skate rentals availableSaturday
10 am to 1 pm, 2 pm to 5 pm, and 6 pm to 9 pm – supervised family skating, with helmet and skate rentals available
12 pm to 4 pm – Fort George is open, with free admission for youth 17 and underSunday
10 am to 1 pm, 2 pm to 5 pm – supervised family skating, with helmet and skate rentals available
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Fort George in the Great War: A First World War Commemoration
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Fort George National Historic Site10 am to 5 pm
Did you know that Fort George was used as a military training base during the First World War? Join us as re-enactors from across North America bring Camp Niagara to life with demonstrations and displays honouring those who fought in the "war to end all wars." The weekend will feature First World War infantry drills, tactical demonstrations, local museum displays, assault course demonstrations and competitions, and a special “Fly By” from the Great War Flying Museum (weather permitting).
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Annual Fife and Drum Muster and Soldiers’ Field Day
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Fort George National Historic Site10 am to 5 pm
Join us for a spectacular showcase of military music, firepower demonstrations, and drills from the early 19th century. Fife and drum corps and infantry units from historic sites across Canada and the United States face off in competition. A captivating experience not to be missed!
