Events in Niagara Falls >> May 2010
The Niagara region offers events and festivals for the whole family to enjoy throughout the year. From golf tournaments, to the arts, to carnivals and fairs, there is something for everyone to take part in. Niagara Falls events celebrate the history, beauty, and culture the Niagara area has to offer.
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May 2010
Mar 15th, 2010 - Jul 31st, 2010
“Journey to the North: New York’s Freedom Trail”
Special exhibit. The exhibit uses the story of one fictitious character to convey the real events experienced by many freedom seekers (escaped slaves) during their journey to freedom. Much of the narrative is told from the point of view of Sarah, a fifteen-year-old, fictional escaped slave.
North Tonawanda History Museum
54 Webster Street North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 213-0554
54 Webster Street North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 213-0554
Apr 30th, 2010 - May 9th, 2010
Spring Trout and Salmon Derby
Lake Ontario Counties (LOC) This premier spring kick-off classic, offering a $12,500 Grand Prize for the largest trout or salmon caught overall, also sports over $30,000 in cash and prizes overall.
(888) REEL-2-IN www.loc.org
May 1st, 2010
Murder Plays a Sour Note Murder Mystery Dinner
7pm Get all dolled up, catch the caper, and bag the prize at the speakeasy cocktail party. $35 per dame or boss.
7171E Lake Rd. Appleton
www.marjimmanor.com
www.marjimmanor.com
May 2nd, 2010
Cobra Starship Concert
6p.m. Kiss 98.5 Presents 3OH!3 and Cobra Starship on the Too Fast For Love Tour, an all ages show!
1711 Main St. Niagara Falls
(716) 205-8925 www.rapidstheatre.com
(716) 205-8925 www.rapidstheatre.com
May 6th, 2010 - Jun 6th, 2010
The NACC Main Gallery
Featuring "Western New York Watercolor Artists: The Colors of Spring"
1201 Pine Avenue Niagara Falls, NY
www.thenacc.org
www.thenacc.org
May 7th, 2010
Smelt Festival
Live entertainment and food. Restaurants in town also offer their own versions of smelt during the week of the festival. www.niagarariverregion.com
May 7th, 2010 - Jun 6th, 2010
The NACC Garden Gallery
A One-Woman Exhibit by Joan Hoffsommer. Day/Times: Monday-Saturday 10 am to 4 pm; Sun. Noon - 4 pm
1201 Pine Avenue Niagara Falls, NY
www.thenacc.org
www.thenacc.org
May 7th, 2010 - May 9th, 2010
Wine Trail Blossoms (Mother’s Day)
Travel to each winery to taste wine and collect a different potted herb plant. Tickets good for all three days and includes a wine tasting at each winery, a commemorative wine glass from your starting winery and a potted herb at each winery on the trail. $30/person or $50/couple pre-sale online; 35/person or $60/couple at the door.
May 7th, 2010 - May 9th, 2010
The NACC Woodbox Theater
8:00 PM, Sun. 2:30 PM. Western Door Playhouse presents "Street Lights" Ticket prices: $10 per person
1201 Pine Avenue Niagara Falls, NY
http://www.thenacc.org
http://www.thenacc.org
May 7th, 2010 - May 9th, 2010
2nd Annual Scotty King of the Lake Fishing Tournament
The new tournament series returns to Wilson for another battle of the salmon.
May 8th, 2010
"Key to the Locks"
11AM: Officially celebrates the beginning of the summer navigation season.
716.439.0431
May 8th, 2010
Taj Mahal
8 p.m. Bear's Den Showroom. Tickets starting at $30
Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel
310 Fourth Street Niagara Falls, NY USA 14303
(716)299-1100 www.senecaniagaracasino.com
310 Fourth Street Niagara Falls, NY USA 14303
(716)299-1100 www.senecaniagaracasino.com
May 9th, 2010
Mother's Day Event
12-4pm. Make a gift for Mom, give her a ride on the carousel, and enjoy the entertainment.
180 Thompson St. North Tonawanda, NY
www.CarrouselMuseum.org
www.CarrouselMuseum.org
May 10th, 2010
“North Star Shining: New York State's Freedom Trail
7 p.m. An Illustrated Journey Along the Underground Railroad,” presented by Dr. Milton C. Sernett. New York State, and especially upstate's old "burned-over" district, was fertile soil for the flowering of abolitionism. This illustrated talk places the story of the Underground Railroad in the context of the religious and reform movements of the pre-Civil War period, including endeavors such as the temperance crusade and the women's rights campaign.
North Tonawanda History Museum
54 Webster Street North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 213-0554
54 Webster Street North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 213-0554
May 14th, 2010
Free Music Friday
8pm-Midnight Live music. Featuring: Suckerpunch (Foo Fighters tribute)
333 Prospect Street Niagara Falls, NY
www.hardrock.com/niagarafalls
www.hardrock.com/niagarafalls
May 15th, 2010
J. Medicine Hat
8 p.m. Bear's Den Showroom. Tickets starting at $15
Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel
310 Fourth Street Niagara Falls, NY USA 14303
(716)299-1100 www.senecaniagaracasino.com
310 Fourth Street Niagara Falls, NY USA 14303
(716)299-1100 www.senecaniagaracasino.com
May 15th, 2010
Concert
8:30PM Come see Jack Civiletto sing Sinatra, and Terry Buchwald sing Elvis, all backed up by the great 18 piece Pyramid Band, for a night of great music you'll never forget!
1711 Main Street, Niagara Falls
www.rapidstheatre.com
www.rapidstheatre.com
May 21st, 2010
Free Music Friday
8pm-Midnight Live music. Featuring: Suckerpunch (Foo Fighters tribute)
333 Prospect Street Niagara Falls, NY
www.hardrock.com/niagarafalls
www.hardrock.com/niagarafalls
May 21st, 2010
Sass Jordan
8 p.m. Bear's Den Showroom. Tickets starting at $30
Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel
310 Fourth Street Niagara Falls, NY USA 14303
(716)299-1100 www.senecaniagaracasino.com
310 Fourth Street Niagara Falls, NY USA 14303
(716)299-1100 www.senecaniagaracasino.com
May 21st, 2010
Studio 54 Revisited: Disco Dance Night
8:00PM Come to the biggest Disco Dance Party of the Year! Prizes and original bus stop lessons given at 8:30pm! Admission $12
May 21st, 2010
Free Music Friday
8pm-Midnight Live music.
333 Prospect Street Niagara Falls, NY
www.hardrock.com/niagarafalls
www.hardrock.com/niagarafalls
May 22nd, 2010
Lewis's Ghost Hunt
7-11pm Celebrate our Ghost Lewis's Birthday. Featuring the Buffalo Paranormal Investigators. A ghost hunt, bonfire, wine tasting, and snacks provided. $25/person.
7171E Lake Rd. Appleton
www.marjimmanor.com
www.marjimmanor.com
May 22nd, 2010
Forewarned Live
7p.m. Forewarned has a fantastic array of new music, with everything from blood pumping rock songs and melodic journeys, to 4 part harmony ballads and more.
1711 Main St. Niagara Falls
(716) 205-8925 www.rapidstheatre.com
(716) 205-8925 www.rapidstheatre.com
May 22nd, 2010
Run with the Rapids
9:00 a.m. 5K Race. The course will start and end at the corner of Old Falls and Third Street. A post-race party will be held on Old Falls Street at the Conference Center Niagara Falls.
May 22nd, 2010
David Wilcox
8:00 p.m. Bear's Den Showroom. Tickets starting at $35
Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel
310 Fourth Street Niagara Falls, NY USA 14303
(716)299-1100 www.senecaniagaracasino.com
310 Fourth Street Niagara Falls, NY USA 14303
(716)299-1100 www.senecaniagaracasino.com
May 22nd, 2010
Alice Cooper and Rob Zombie
8pm The Gruesome Twosome Tour 2010 featuring Alice Cooper and Rob Zombie.
Artpark, 450 South 4th Street, Lewiston.
(716) 754-9000. www.artpark.net
(716) 754-9000. www.artpark.net
May 22nd, 2010
Old Falls Street Grand Opening
12pm-8pm Featuring food, concerts, performances, and plenty of entertainment for the whole family.
Old Falls Street, Niagara Falls
www.FallsStreet.com
www.FallsStreet.com
May 23rd, 2010
Kickoff to Summer Wine & Food Pairing
1-3pm Learn to use local foods grown this summer to make your favorite meals. Pair them with local wine for a complete locavore meal. Spice up your burgers three different ways to make the traditional burger so much more, accompanied with two appetizers and dessert. $30 per person or take 3 of our 4 winter wine and food pairing classes for $80.
7171E Lake Rd. Appleton, NY
www.marjimmanor.com
www.marjimmanor.com
May 28th, 2010
Free Music Friday
8pm-Midnight Live music.
333 Prospect Street Niagara Falls, NY
www.hardrock.com/niagarafalls
www.hardrock.com/niagarafalls
May 29th, 2010 - May 30th, 2010
Soldiers through the Ages
The story of Fort Niagara's occupation from the colonial era through World War Two is told through special exhibits and demonstrations. 200 years of uniforms, weapons, tentage and transport. Comparative tactical demonstrations span the centuries from muskets to machine guns.
Old Fort Niagara 2 Scott Ave Youngstown, NY 14174
(716) 745-7611 www.OldFortNiagara.org
(716) 745-7611 www.OldFortNiagara.org
May 29th, 2010
Toots and the Maytals
8:00 p.m. Bear's Den Showroom. Tickets starting at $35
Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel
310 Fourth Street Niagara Falls, NY USA 14303
(716)299-1100 www.senecaniagaracasino.com
310 Fourth Street Niagara Falls, NY USA 14303
(716)299-1100 www.senecaniagaracasino.com
May 29th, 2010
The Band Brotherhood
2:00 to 6:00 pm The Brotherhood is influenced from all genres of music. Each member brings a different listening history to the band. That in turn enables us to have a wide range in terms of how we draw on influence to create a sound of our own.
2090 Old Coomer Road, Burt NY 14028
