Saturday, March 7, 2026

Your daily guide to both sides of the Falls

Today's Weather

NY side: Highs around 64°F today — genuinely warm for early March, Niagara! Don't be fooled though; some mixed precipitation — snow, sleet, and rain — is possible late morning before transitioning to rain this afternoon. Layer up and keep that hood handy.

Ontario side: Temperatures rising to 9°C by morning, with gusty southwest winds up to 70 km/h and a high of 14°C this afternoon — warm-ish but blustery. A waterproof layer is your best friend today on both sides of the border.

Eat Today

Rainforest Café — Niagara Falls, ON Clifton Hill's animatronic jungle is peak "kids are restless and it's raining" energy. The Volcano Burger and towering pasta dishes are crowd-pleasers, and the thunderstorm effects inside are practically on-theme today. Perfect for families sheltering from the actual storm outside. (rainforestcafe.com)

Do Today

Niagara Parks Power Station + The Tunnel — Niagara Falls, ON Get unprecedented access to the historic power station, including an all-new nighttime experience where the beautifully lit generator hall unveils never-before-shared details — and there's a tunnel that takes you right to the river's edge. A rainy day is actually ideal for going underground. Book ahead at niagaraparks.com.

Stay Tonight

Sheraton Fallsview Hotel — Niagara Falls, ON Falls-view rooms mean you wake up to one of the world's great spectacles — lit up even after dark. It's a splurge best suited for couples or a special family trip, but the location is unbeatable: walk to Table Rock in minutes. Insider tip: upper-floor corner rooms offer the widest panoramic view of both the American and Horseshoe Falls. (marriott.com)

Quick Tip

March is prime fish fry season in Western New York — every Friday and Saturday during Lent, local spots serve up flaky beer-battered cod or haddock with fries and coleslaw. Ask any local where their favorite is; you'll get a passionate answer.

What's On This Week

  • Mar. 7–31 — USA250: Celebrating the American Vision, Castellani Art Museum, Niagara Falls, NY. A special exhibition celebrating the nation's 250th anniversary featuring works by Norman Rockwell, Andy Warhol, and more — and admission is free! (niagarafallsusa.com)
  • Now–Mar. 31 — Niagara Falls Illumination, Queen Victoria Park, Niagara Falls, ON. The Falls are illuminated every evening starting at dusk via special lights housed in the Illumination Tower — free to watch. (todocanada.ca)
  • Now–Mar. 31 — Power Station at Night, Niagara Parks Power Station, Niagara Falls, ON. Ticketed evening experience inside the historic generator hall. (niagaraparks.com)
  • Thursdays through Apr. 2 — Dining Series, Table Rock House Restaurant, Niagara Falls, ON. A recurring Thursday dining experience at Table Rock House Restaurant with stunning Falls views. (niagaraparks.com)
  • Mar. 14 — St. Patrick's Day Celebration + World's Shortest Parade, Niagara Falls Convention Center, Niagara Falls, NY. The parade runs from Rainbow Blvd. and Old Falls Street into the Convention Center, followed by Irish food, drinks, music, and dancing. (niagarafallsusa.com)

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