Upcoming Events
Be a witness to history! Join the Friends of Fort George and Parks Canada for special events that celebrate the history of Niagara. New events are listed frequently throughout the year, so be sure to check back often. You can also stay up to date about events by joining us on Facebook and Twitter.
For more information about any of these events, please contact us.
Celebrate Canada Day
July 1, 2026
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Fort George National Historic Site is open from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm on July 1st, and it’s free all day! Throughout the day, visitors to Fort George can tour the buildings, visit with costumed interpreters, enjoy a musket demonstration and more! Please note, buildings close at 5:00 pm. There will be cold drinks and treats available from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm inside Fort George. Food services will start at 4:00 pm. Evening entertainment starts at 6:30 pm with the kiddie militia and drill, followed by a presentation by the Fort George Infantry, and Fife and Drum Corps. On stage will be “The Howling Horns.” An 8-piece horn band featuring music from blues to dance to classic rock. At 10:00 pm, a spectacular fireworks display will once again close the evening, by the award-winning fireworks company, Garden City Fireworks.
Fort Major's Tour
July 20, 2026
6:12 pm
Experience an exclusive in-depth tour of the site delivered by the site manager, Dan Laroche. On this special tour, you’ll be guaranteed to avoid the crowds and hear stories not often told during regular hours. You’ll also get to handle artifacts that were present at the fort during the War of 1812 and witness a musket firing demonstration! Tickets must be booked in advance by phoning the fort at 905-468-6614 or via e-mail at niagaraont@pc.gc.ca
Jane Austen Tea Party
August 4, 2026
2:00 pm
Join us August 4 as we celebrate Jane Austen, and her novel Emma. Jane Austen was an English author from the early 19th century, whose work is contemporary to the time period portrayed at Fort George, and provides a glimpse into the middle and upper class lifestyles of the regency period, which is something many officers left behind when they came to Upper Canada. This regency afternoon with include book trivia, book discussion, shopping, period games, tea and treats down at picturesque Navy Hall! Participants can try writing with a quill pen in the style of Jane Austen, as well as other fun regency era activities. For more information or tickets visit https://friendsoffortgeorge.square.site.
Jane Austen Tea Party
August 6, 2026
7:00 pm
Join us August 4 as we celebrate Jane Austen, and her novel Emma. Jane Austen was an English author from the early 19th century, whose work is contemporary to the time period portrayed at Fort George, and provides a glimpse into the middle and upper class lifestyles of the regency period, which is something many officers left behind when they came to Upper Canada. This regency afternoon with include book trivia, book discussion, shopping, period games, tea and treats down at picturesque Navy Hall! Participants can try writing with a quill pen in the style of Jane Austen, as well as other fun regency era activities. For more information or tickets visit https://friendsoffortgeorge.square.site.
Fife and Drum Muster and Soldiers' Field Day
August 15 & 16, 2026
Join us for the 27th annual Fife and Drum Muster and Soldiers' Field Day. Fife and drum corps and infantry units converge on Fort George National Historic Site, showcasing the military music and drills of the early 19th century. This weekend-long event has become an annual tradition at Fort George, and is packed with firing demonstrations, music, and entertainment.
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