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1.888.270.9151 www.forteriecanada.com And Mayor’s Message They’re Off!
Welcome to Fort Erie!
We know that you will enjoy your stay with us, whether for a few hours or a few days. The members of Council and I are delighted that you have chosen to visit us - we believe that you will find the xperience more than rewarding. No matter your interest or passion, there is something for you in Fort Erie. 2020 Schedule We have a rich history, displayed in our historic sites and museums, that starts with our lndigenous peoples over 9,000 years ago and continues through European colonization and conflict and the migration of United Empire l yalists, escaping slaves and newcomers from around the world looking for a new life. Each of our communities is a reflection of that histo y. For those interested in rest, relaxation or leisure activities, Fort Erie has it all: incomparable beaches, recreational trails, sports facilities, a range of culinary delights, a wildlife safari, libraries, lndigenous events, fishin , boating, bird-watching, outdoor concerts, cycling, festivals throughout the year, historic battle re-enactments, farmers’ markets, nature walks, parks, and a variety of visual and performing arts events. We are particularly proud of our new parks at Bay Beach and Crystal Ridge. And there is a variety of places for you to stay while you are here. Fort Erie is the gateway to Canada from the United States. The Peace Bridge is one of the busiest crossings between our two great countries. Residents and visitors on both sides Office of the Mayo of our border take advantage of the entertainment, shopping, WAYNE H. REDEKOP cultural and recreational activities offered by both - all part of a centuries old relationship between neighbours, friends and, in many cases, family. And, of course, we are just a short drive from Niagara Falls. A d m i sFREE AdmisFREE sion & Parking. All ages welcome. Welcome to our home! Yours very truly, Opening Day - May 26 | Prince of SW takales es - July 21 | Wiener Dog Races - August 9 | Basset Hound Races -September 6. ull rF acing & event schedule at www ortErieR.F acing.com
230 C S Ft.,atherine ort Erie | 905-871-3200 | www ortErieR.F acing.com Wayne H. Redekop, Mayor
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Mayor’s Message...... 3 Town of Fort Erie Economic Development & Tourism Services Visitors Information...... 6-7 Check out our 660 Garrison Road, Fort Erie, Festivals & Events...... 9-20 Ontario L2A 6E2 MENU online 905-871-1600 x 2251 Shopping...... 23 www.leftofcentral.ca 1-888-270-9151 Spa Experiences...... 25 [email protected] Churches...... 27 www.forteriecanada.com Fort Erie Map...... 28-29 BOARD Published by: now History & Attractions...... 30-33 open GAMES NIAGARA THIS WEEK FOR ALL 3300 Merrittville Hwy., Unit 1B, Gaming...... 35 AGES Thorold, Ontario L2V 4Y6 More than just a coffee shop! Golf...... 37 © Copyrighted 2020 by the Town of Fort Erie Trails & Nature Areas...... 38-41 COME PLAY Economic Development & Tourism Services. GIANT While every effort is made to ensure accuracy Beaches...... 42-43 TODAY BOARD of information in this guide, the Town of Fort Erie Economic Development & Tourism Boating...... 44 & enjoy a fresh GAMES Services cannot be responsible for any errors brewed coffee or NOw PLAYING! or omissions. This is a publication of the Town Dining Experiences...... 48-51 of Fort Erie Economic Development & Tourism hot steeped tea! Services which has the sole and exclusive right to determine its contents. Special thanks to the citizens of Fort Erie for providing images 206 Jarvis St, Fort Erie DUFFERIN ST AVE CENTRAL used in this Guide. (905) 991-8757 • leftofcentral.ca Mon-Thurs 9am-9pm • Fri-Sat 9am-11pm • Sun 11am-5pm JARVIS ST
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Canadians returning from U.S. Canada Border Services Agency Visitors Information Less than 24 hours: No personal exemptions. www.cbsa.gc.ca...... 1-800-461-9999 After 24 – 48 hours: $200 CAD worth of Local Accommodations Information Services goods per person duty and tax free (excludes Americans returning from Canada Clarion Hotel & Conference Centre Fort Erie Economic Development tobacco and alcohol). Under 48 hours...... $200 US per person ...... 905-871-8333/1-888-269-5550 & Tourism Services...... 1-888-270-9151 After 48 hours: $800 CAD worth of goods per (includes partial alcohol and tobacco Crystal Beach Motel...... 905-894-1750 Greater Fort Erie Chamber of Commerce...... person duty and tax free. Includes up to 1.5L allowance) Comfort Inn Fort Erie...... 905-871-3803 of wine OR 1.14L of alcoholic beverages OR After 48 Hours...... $800 US per person ...... 905-871-8500/1-866-314-6972 Town of Fort Erie...... 905-871-1600 24 x 355ml of beer. Includes 200 cigarettes, Includes 1L of alcoholic beverages, 200 Haven Motel...... 905-871-2171/1-877-991-8484 Centennial Public Library (Main). 905-871-2546 50 cigars, 200 grams manufactured tobacco, cigarettes and 100 cigars. Knight’s Inn...... 905-871-7777 Crystal Ridge Public Library...... 905-894-1281 200 tobacco sticks. Trans Canada Motor Inn...... 905-871-8602 Stevensville Public Library...... 905-382-2051 Americans entering Canada have the same U.S. Customs & Border Protection exemptions based on length of stay in Canada www.cbp.gov...... 1-877-227-5511 Bed and Breakfasts Leisure Services and must have been outside of Canada for a The Cobbled Path Bed & Breakfast...... Facilities Management (Arena & Park Rentals) minimum of 48 hours...... 905-382-1963/1-888-382-1963 ...... 905-871-1600 ext.2431 Yellow Door Bed & Breakfast...... 289-377-8409/289-876-8399 Inter City Coach Service Coach Canada...... 905-871-3738 Campgrounds Fort Erie Transit...... 1-833-287-5463 Knights Hideaway Park...... 905-894-1911 Greyhound...... 905-871-3738 Windmill Point Park...... 905-894-2809 Niagara Region Transit...... 1-800-263-7215 ext. 3550 Travel Centers Robo Mart...... 905-871-3738 Flying J Travel Plaza 1637 Pettit Road...... 905-991-1800 Emergency and Medical Services Police, Fire, Ambulance...... 911 Peace Bridge Duty Free Police, Fort Erie detachment...... 905-871-2300 1 Peace Bridge Plaza Douglas Memorial Hospital- Urgent Care www.dutyfree.ca...... 1-800-361-1302 (230 Bertie Street)...... 905-378-4647 Dr. Mitchell’s Medical Clinic – Walk in Clinic Airport Service (484 Garrison Road)...... 905-994-9417 More Than 1000 Birds & Animals! Central Taxi...... 905-685-7343 Poison Information...... 1-800-268-9017 Niagara Airbus...... 905-374-8111 Fort Erie Pharmacy & Walk in Clinic Regional Limousine...... 289-876-9699 (224 Garrison Road)...... 905-991-0007 GET EVEN CLOSER! THERE’S NEVER A DULL Primary Care Niagara – Walk in Urgent Care & MOMENT AT SAFARI NIAGARA! Currency Exchange Family Practice (660 Garrison Road)...... Visitors can enjoy spending quality time with their families and friends Envoy International...... 905-871-5715 ...... 905-371-1881 with our all-inclusive admission! Peace Bridge Duty Free...... 1-800-361-1302 Challenge yourself on the ropes course, cool off at the splash pad, hang out at the Crossing the Border play area, witness the wonders of flight and learn how animals communicate. Border traffic condition ...... 1-800-715-6722 Enjoy a picnic lunch, celebrate anything — and do it all right here! www.peacebridge.com 2821 Stevensville Road, Stevensville, ON L0S 1S0 | SAFARINIAGARA.COM
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Create unforgettable memories in Fort Erie!
Festivals & Events
Fort Erie’s festivals and events showcase the best in family-friendly entertainment, rich history, arts and culture, food and drink vendors, and farmers’ markets. Experience the sights and sounds of everything from live music, dinner theatre, car shows, street dances and fi eworks.
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April April 11, 2020 May 3, 2020 our nature park that houses more than 1000 Ridgeway Easter Egg Fort Erie Motorcycle Swap Meet native and exotic animals, reptiles and birds. April 3, 2020 & Scavenger Hunt www.forteriemotorcycleswapmeet.ca The Fleetwood Mac Experience www.historicridgeway.com Back for its 37th year, the Fort Erie Motorcycle May 16, 2020 www.thesanctuaryarts.org At 10:00am at the Village Square meet Swap Meet will be held at 99 Ridge Road Opening Day at Fort Erie The Sanctuary welcomes back The the Easter Bunny and hunt for treats and South in Ridgeway from 9:00am - 3:00pm. Railway Museum Fleetwood Mac Experience! Tickets treasures! Easter egg hunt is for ages 1-5 and Find deals on new and used parts and www.museum.forterie.ca available at www.ticketscene.ca and scavenger hunt is for ages 6-10. motorcycles. The event also features games, The Railway Museum opens for another Brimstone Brewing Company for $20. contests and the Canadian National Biker Tear exciting season! Visitors will enjoy railway Doors: 7:30pm. Show: 8:00pm. April 17, 18, 19, 24 & 25 Down competition. exhibitions, the 6218 steam engine and Garrison Little Theatre Presents: The exploring the two historic sites with a April 4, 2020 Man Who Shot Chance Delaney May 9, 2020 scavenger hunt. The site is open daily from Bridgeburg Bunny Hop www.garrisonlittletheatre.com Niagara Railway Museum May 16 – September 7, 9:00am – 5:00pm. www.bridgeburgdistrict.com An Old Wild West saga of gunslinging, lost Opening Weekend Hop down to Jarvis Street from 11:00am – love and revenge! A production by Ian Weir. www.nfrm.ca 1:00pm with the kids for this free event filled Check the website for details on matinee Niagara Railway Museum opens for the 2020 with fun activities, treats and visits with the performances and evening dinner shows. season at 21 Warren Street from 10:00am Easter Bunny. – 4:00pm. Learn about the railway history April 24, 2020 of Niagara in the former CN diesel shop and The Strictly Hip check out full size railway equipment, model www.thesanctuaryarts.org trains, and railway memorabilia. Suitable for all An evening dedicated to the iconic ages. Admission by donation. The Tragically Hip, you can expect a performance of all the hits presented May 10, 2020 respectfully and accurately. Tickets Mother’s Day Brunch available at www.ticketscene.ca and www.forterieconservationclub.ca Brimstone Brewing Company for $25. Treat Mom to brunch at the Fort Erie Doors: 7:30pm. Show: 8:00pm. Conservation Club located at 2555 Ott Road, Stevensville. Children ages 6 and April 4, 2020 May under are $6.00 and adults are $16.00 April Fools Spring Fling each. Reservations are recommended by Gilmore Lodge Auxiliary EVERY SATURDAY contacting Connie at 905-382-3695. May 16, 2020 Visit Gilmore Lodge at 50 Gilmore Starting May 9, 2020 Spring Splash May 15, 2020 www.crystalbeachbia.com Road to shop crafts and jewelry and Ridgeway’s Farmers’ Market & Art 12 Mile Island & G + The Scarfones Start summer off right! From 9:00am – enjoy the excitement of 50/50 draws by the Market www.thesanctuaryarts.org 9:00pm enjoy a day of fun activities, music, and raffles! All proceeds benefit the www.historicridgeway.com Two of southern Ontario’s breakout bands food trucks and the beautiful shores of the residents of Gilmore Lodge. 8:00am - 1:00pm come together to play at The Sanctuary iconic Bay Beach in Crystal Beach (4155 Erie Friendship Trail parking lot & Ridgeway Village for this can’t-miss event. Tickets available Road). See website for more details. April 8, 2020 Square, Ridgeway Old Fort Erie Speaker Series: at www.ticketscene.ca and Brimstone May 26, 2020 Beyond the Walls ft. June Chipp EVERY SUNDAY Brewing Company for $15. Doors: 7:30pm. Opening Day at Fort Erie Race Track www.niagaraparks.com/events Starting May 3, 2020 Show: 8:00pm. www.forterieracing.com Relive the dramatic Battle of the Fort Erie Crystal Beach Farmers’ Market May 16 & 17, 2020 Another exciting season kicks off at Fort Erie Docks when the Welland Canal Field Battery www.advancingcrystalbeach.com and the Dunnville Naval Brigade stood against Opening Weekend at Safari Niagara Race Track, followed by a free concert at the 10:00am - 2:00pm www.safariniagara.com Tiki Bar featuring The Epic Eagles. First race the Irish-American Fenians. Begins at 6:00pm. Queen’s Circle, Crystal Beach Tickets are $10 per person or by using a $25 Safari Niagara welcomes visitors of all ages at 4:20pm with the concert beginning at season’s pass for all Old Fort Erie events. to join them for their opening day weekend approximately 7:30pm. Free admission and See website for details. and throughout the season to experience parking, all ages welcome.
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May 30, 2020 EVERY SATURDAY June 12, 2020 June 14, 2020 Kevin Hartman’s Children’s Ridgeway’s Farmers’ Market & 7th Annual Benefit Conce t Rods & Relics Car Show Fishing Derby Art by the Market with LMT www.rodsandrelics.org www.forterieconservationclub.ca www.historicridgeway.com www.thesanctuaryarts.org Don’t miss the 29th annual Rods & Relics Bring your fishing rod and bait or this family 8:00am – 1:00pm Enjoy Niagara’s own LMT Connection for a Car Show from 9:00am – 2:00pm at the fun event at the Fort Erie Conservation Area – Friendship Trail parking lot & Ridgeway Village groovy night of funk, R&B and soul while beautiful Stevensville Conservation Area 2555 Ott Road, Stevensville. This event is for Square, Ridgeway raising proceeds for the Stephen Lewis – 2555 Ott Road. Arrive early and enjoy a children ages 12 years and younger who are Foundation Grandmothers Campaign – delicious breakfast courtesy of the Fort Erie accompanied by an adult. Lunch is provided EVERY SUNDAY supporting African grandmothers raising Conservation Club. Net Proceeds benefit the for each child attending. Crystal Beach Farmers’ Market children orphaned by AIDS. Tickets available Tender Wishes Foundation. www.advancingcrystalbeach.com at www.ticketscene.ca and Brimstone May 30 & 31, 2020 10:00am – 2:00pm Brewing Company for $30. Doors: 7:00pm. June 21, 2020 Customer Appreciation Days Queen’s Circle, Crystal Beach Show: 8:00pm. Father’s Day at the Races at Safari Niagara www.forterieracing.com www.safariniagara.com Starting June 7, 2020 June 13, 2020 Take Dad to Fort Erie Race Track! Live Safari Niagara would like to thank you, their Fort Erie Race Track Racing & Point Abino Lighthouse Tours entertainment, exciting racing, great food and loyal customers. Your family can enjoy a day Farmers’ Market www.forterie.ca / 905-871-1600 ext. 2431 more will make it a day Dad won’t forget. First full of fun activities and educational displays at www.forterieracing.com Visit the historical Point Abino Lighthouse! race at 1:20pm. Free admission and parking, a discounted rate into the park. Market 12:00pm ~ Post Time 1:20pm Pre-register for tickets or purchase at the all ages welcome. 230 Catherine Street, Fort Erie departure and parking area, subject to June availability. Tours leave promptly from parking June 21, 2020 area next to Bertie Boating Club, 1036 Point Father’s Day Car Show EVERY TUESDAY June 3, 2020 Abino Road South. www.safariniagara.com Celebrate Dad on Father’s Day at the Safari Twilight Racing & Old Fort Erie Speaker Series: Tour Dates: Niagara Car Show. Bring the whole family for Free Concert Series Beyond the Walls ft. Jamie Jacobs June 13 & 27 an awesome day with vehicles of all kinds, www.forterieracing.com www.niagaraparks.com/events July 11 & 25 music, food, fun and so much more! Fathers Post Time 4:20pm Explore the history of New York’s Tonawonda August 8 & 22 get free admission. 230 Catherine Street, Fort Erie Seneca Nation and its decolonization through archeology alongside Jamie Jacobs. Tickets are September 12 & 26 $10 per person and may be purchased online. June 27, 2020 EVERY WEDNESDAY Tour Times: Fort Erie Pride Starting June 3, 2020 June 5, 2020 10:00 am – 11:15 am www.forteriepride.com Stevensville Farmers’ Market Friday Night Frights – Ghost Tours 11:15 am – 12:30 pm A one day celebration of diversity! 3:00pm – 6:00pm www.niagaraparks.com/events 12:30 pm – 1:45 pm From 11:00am – 11:00pm at 350 Bertie 2508 Stevensville Road, Stevensville Haunting tales echo off the walls of the old 1:45 pm – 3:00 pm Street you will enjoy food trucks, live entertainment and a kid’s zone. Fort Erie EVERY THURSDAY stone fort. Old Fort Erie is Canada’s bloodiest Ticket Costs: Pride welcomes all to attend. Beverage Starting June 25, 2020 battlefield, so what be ter place to experience Adults – $6.00 area open for those ages 19+. Crystal Beach Waterfront a chilling ghost tour? Tour begins at 9:00pm. Please purchase tickets online. Youth (12-16) – $3.00 Supper Market Children Under 12 – Free June 28, 2020 www.crystalbeachbia.com June 6, 2020 Family Day at Fort Erie Race Track 4:00pm – 9:00pm Stevensville Springfest June 13 & 14, 2020 www.forterieracing.com 3875 Terrace Lane, Crystal Beach Linda Ruffl y: 289-213-4698 Fenian Raids Battle Re-enactment Fun for the whole family! Enjoy live Kick off the annual Stevensville Spring www.niagaraparks.com/events racing and fun, free activities for the kids. Fest with an 8:00am pancake breakfast at Old Fort Erie goes back in time, 155 years, First race at 1:20pm. Free admission the United Brethren Church, followed by to June 2nd, 1866 when veterans of the and parking, all ages welcome. celebrations from 10:00am-4:00pm at the American Civil War invaded Canada, sparking Stevensville Memorial Hall with art, craft, the Battle of Ridgeway. This battle was a major and food vendors, a classic car/truck show, catalyst to the confederation of Canada. entertainment, kid’s games, raffles and more
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June 30, 2020 July 1, 2020 July 11 & 12, 2020 July 21, 2020 The Strictly Hip at Fort Erie Canada Day Fireworks Niagara Railway Museum Weekend Prince of Wales Stakes Race Track Stephen Passero: [email protected] www.nfrm.ca www.forterieracing.com www.forterieracing.com Celebrate Canada Day in Fort Erie with a Join the Niagara Railway Museum from Join the excitement at the 85th Prince of Masters of the music of The Tragically Hip stunning fir work display at 10:00pm along 10:00am – 4:00pm at 21 Warren Street Wales Stakes, the 2nd jewel in the Canadian perform live at the Tiki Bar following racing Fort Erie’s beautiful waterfront. Best viewing for fun for the whole family with steam, Triple Crown and Fort Erie Race Track’s which ends at approximately 7:30pm. Free is along the Niagara River between the Old diesel and electric locomotives artifact signature event. First race 3:55pm, followed admission and parking, all ages welcome. Fort and Peace Bridge. Lakeshore Road will be displays, model train layouts and a play by a free concert featuring Jonesy. Free closed between Beatrice Street and Dominion area with lots of hands-on activities for admission and parking, all ages welcome. Road starting at 8:00pm. the kids. Admission is by donation. July July 26, 2020 July 10, 2020 July 12, 2020 Friends of Crystal Beach EVERY TUESDAY Friday Night Frights – Ghost Tours Friends of Crystal Beach Waterfront Waterfront Park Concert – Twilight Racing & www.niagaraparks.com/events Park Concert – The Meteors Toronto All-Star Big Band Free Concert Series Haunting tales echo off the walls of the old www.focb.net www.focb.net www.forterieracing.com stone fort. Old Fort Erie is Canada’s bloodiest Check out Niagara’s premier classic rock Swing into the music of the big band era of Post Time 4:20pm battlefield, so what be ter place to experience band from 7:00pm – 9:00pm at this free the 1930s and 40s from 7:00pm – 9:00pm at 230 Catherine Street, Fort Erie a chilling ghost tour? Tour begins at 9:00pm. outdoor concert. Don’t forget to bring this free outdoor concert. Don’t forget to bring EVERY WEDNESDAY Please purchase tickets online. a blanket or chair and take advantage a blanket or chair and take advantage of the of the Crystal Beach Candy Company’s Crystal Beach Candy Company’s food truck on Stevensville Farmers’ Market July 10, 11 & 12, 2020 food truck on site. No alcohol permitted. site. No alcohol permitted. 3875 Terrace Lane, 3:00pm - 6:00pm 30th Annual Ridgeway 3875 Terrace Lane, Crystal Beach. Crystal Beach. 2508 Stevensville Road, Stevensville Summer Festival www.historicridgeway.com EVERY THURSDAY Shop, dine, play and dance! A full weekend August Crystal Beach Waterfront of family fun and entertainment in Historic Supper Market EVERY TUESDAY Downtown Ridgeway. The festival features Until September 1, 2020 www.crystalbeachbia.com 75+ artisans and vendors, live music Twilight Racing & 4:00pm – 9:00pm performances, kid’s activities, pancake Free Concert Series 3875 Terrace Lane, Crystal Beach breakfasts and other delicious eats provided www.forterieracing.com by local restaurants. The festival kicks off EVERY SATURDAY Post Time 4:20pm Friday evening with a live concert. Saturday 230 Catherine Street, Fort Erie Ridgeway’s Farmers’ Market & Art will feature a famers’ market and art gallery, by the Market a live concert and the annual Saturday Night EVERY WEDNESDAY www.historicridgeway.com Street Dance. Sunday will feature the annual Stevensville Farmers’ Market 8:00am - 1:00pm car show that lines the streets of the festival. Friendship Trail parking lot & Ridgeway Village 3:00pm – 6:00pm Square, Ridgeway 2508 Stevensville Road, Stevensville
EVERY SUNDAY EVERY THURSDAY July 18, 2020 Crystal Beach Waterfront Crystal Beach Farmers’ Market 6th Annual Circle of Art Supper Market www.advancingcrystalbeach.com www.focb.net www.crystalbeachbia.com 10:00am - 2:00pm Join the Friends of Crystal Beach at Queen’s 4:00pm – 9:00pm Queen’s Circle, Crystal Beach Circle from 10:00am – 5:00pm at this free 3875 Terrace Lane, Crystal Beach community event featuring amazing art Fort Erie Race Track Racing & from local artists. Enjoy live music by local Farmers’ Market musicians, treats from the Crystal Beach www.forterieracing.com Candy Company food truck and exciting door Market 12:00pm ~ Post Time 1:20pm prizes! Dog-friendly environment. 230 Catherine Street, Fort Erie
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EVERY SATURDAY August 9, 2020 August 29, 2020 Until September 6, 2020 Ridgeway’s Farmers’ Market & Wiener Dog Races Soldiers Field Day Fort Erie Race Track Racing & Art by the Market www.forterieracing.com www.niagaraparks.com/events Farmers’ Market www.historicridgeway.com Wiener dogs are taking over Fort Erie Race Come cheer on Old Fort Erie’s soldiers www.forterieracing.com 8:00am - 1:00pm Track for the 3rd annual Wiener Dog Races! from 10:00am – 5:00pm as they Market 12:00pm ~ Post Time 1:20pm Friendship Trail parking lot & Ridgeway Village Horseracing begins at 1:20pm. When the compete in drill competitions, speed 230 Catherine Street, Fort Erie Square, Ridgeway horses are done, the wieners will run! Free loading demonstrations and more! admission and parking, all ages welcome. EVERY SUNDAY September September 1, 2020 Crystal Beach Farmers’ Market August 9, 2020 Goodbye Summer Party Friends of Crystal Beach Waterfront www.advancingcrystalbeach.com EVERY MONDAY & TUESDAY www.forterieracing.com Park Concert – Stonewall 10:00am - 2:00pm Starting September 8, 2020 Enjoy the final night of wilight racing www.focb.net Queen’s Circle, Crystal Beach Thoroughbred Horse Racing at Fort Erie Race Track, followed by the Enjoy an evening of classic rock, country last Tiki Bar concert of the summer. www.forterieracing.com Fort Erie Race Track Racing & and blues from 7:00pm – 9:00pm at this First race is at 4:20pm. Free admission Post Time 1:20pm Farmers’ Market free outdoor concert. Don’t forget to bring and parking, all ages welcome. 230 Catherine Street, Fort Erie www.forterieracing.com a blanket or chair and take advantage of the September 6, 2020 Market 12:00pm ~ Post Time 1:20pm Crystal Beach Candy Company’s food truck on EVERY WEDNESDAY site. No alcohol permitted. 3875 Terrace Lane, Basset Hound Races & 230 Catherine Street, Fort Erie Stevensville Farmers’ Market Crystal Beach. the Puss N Boots Cup 3:00pm – 6:00pm www.forterieracing.com 2508 Stevensville Road, Stevensville August 1 & 2, 2020 August 14, 2020 See the winning jockey from the Puss N Boots Annual Siege of Fort Erie Friday Night Frights – Ghost Tours EVERY THURSDAY race make the traditional jump into the infield Battle Re-enactment www.niagaraparks.com/events Until September 3, 2020 pond. After the races, basset hounds will take www.niagaraparks.com/events Haunting tales echo off the walls of the old to the track. Horse racing begins at 1:20pm, Crystal Beach Waterfront Canada’s largest annual War of 1812 stone fort. Old Fort Erie is Canada’s bloodiest with basset hound races to follow. Free Supper Market re-enactment at Canada’s bloodiest battlefield. battlefield, so what be ter place to experience admission and parking, all ages welcome. www.crystalbeachbia.com This weekend-long event begins daily at a chilling ghost tour? Tour begins at 9:00pm. 4:00pm – 9:00pm 10:00am and features battle re-enactments, Please purchase tickets online. September 12, 2020 3875 Terrace Lane, Crystal Beach demonstrations, historic merchants and more! Murder Mystery August 22, 2020 www.niagaraparks.com/events EVERY SATURDAY Brew at the Zoo at Safari Niagara There’s been a murder! Hosted at Old Fort www.safariniagara.com Ridgeway’s Farmers’ Market & Art Erie, help the inspector catch the culprit by Come out and celebrate everything Canadian by the Market interviewing the suspects for a chance to win at Safari Niagara! The evening includes live www.historicridgeway.com a prize! Please purchase tickets online. concert music, craft beer from Ontario’s 8:00am – 1:00pm Finest Craft Breweries, and delicious food. Friendship Trail parking lot & Ridgeway Village September 12 & 13, 2020 Square, Ridgeway Rail Days August 23, 2020 www.nfrm.ca Friends of Crystal Beach Waterfront EVERY SUNDAY Join the Niagara Railway Museum from Park Concert – Hotel California Until September 27, 2020 10:00am – 4:00pm at 21 Warren Street Eagles Tribute Band Crystal Beach Farmers’ Market for their biggest event of the year! August 8, 2020 www.focb.net www.advancingcrystalbeach.com Fun for the whole family with steam, Worship in the Wild at Safari Niagara From 7:00pm – 9:00pm this original Eagles 10:00am - 2:00pm diesel and electric locomotives, artifact www.safariniagara.com tribute band will rock the shores of Lake Erie Queen’s Circle, Crystal Beach displays, model train layouts and a play Holy Mountain Production presents Worship in at this free outdoor concert. Don’t forget to area with lots of hands-on activities for the Wild at Safari Niagara. Enjoy a celebration bring a blanket or chair and take advantage the kids. Admission is by donation. of family and faith with motivational speakers, of the Crystal Beach Candy Company’s food live music and delicious food. Great event for truck on site. No alcohol permitted. 3875 the entire family. Terrace Lane, Crystal Beach.
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September 16, 2020 September 26, 2020 Crystal Beach 5k Race at 11:00am. Top one of the most scenic marathons in Canada, Canadian Forces Snowbirds Fort Erie Conservation Club Fall Fair off the afternoon with the postrace party this marathon starts in one country and www.forterie.ca www.forterieconservationclub.ca that includes live music and a free beer! finishes in another! S arting in Buffalo, NY, The Snowbirds are set to soar over Fort Erie Come out to 2555 Ott Road in Stevensville from See website for registration details. marathoners cross into Fort Erie and finish at during their 50th year of aerial performances! 10:00am - 3:00pm to enjoy a variety of vendors, the brink of Niagara Falls. Half marathon, 10K Check the Town of Fort Erie website for more artisans, a silent auction and penny raffle, an and 5K races are also available. information on the time of the show and free games and activities for the kids! viewing locations. October 30, 2020 Devil’s Night at Old Fort Erie October www.niagaraparks.com/events October 10, 2020 Experience a chilling and haunting evening at EVERY MONDAY & TUESDAY Ridgeway Fall Festival one of Canada’s bloodiest battlefields! Please Until October 13, 2020 www.historicridgeway.com purchase tickets online. Thoroughbred Horse Racing Come celebrate the harvest at the Farmers’ www.forterieracing.com Market and Art by the Market! Take a walk October 31, 2020 Post Time 1:20pm down Ridge Road to enjoy local shopping with Downtown Ridgeway Kid’s 230 Catherine Street, Fort Erie fall festival specials and enjoy a delicious meal Halloween Parade at one of the many restaurants. www.historicridgeway.com EVERY WEDNESDAY Celebrate the arrival of the Great Pumpkin Until October 7, 2020 September 18, 19 & 20, 2020 October 10, 11 & 12, 2020 with over 600 of Ridgeway’s finest ee Stevensville Farmers’ Market SeptemberFest Boo at the Zoo ghousties and goblins as they venture out for 3:00pm – 6:00pm www.SeptemberFest.ca www.safariniagara.com their annual trick or treat parade. 2508 Stevensville Road, Stevensville A weekend of family fun! Check out the Back by popular demand! TRICK or TREAT your way around the zoo brought to you by website for more details on this can’t-miss EVERY SATURDAY November local businesses. This is a safe and unique festival. The weekend will feature music Until October 10, 2020 and entertainment, food and drink vendors, Halloween party you do not want to miss! Ridgeway’s Farmers’ Market & November 6, 2020 buskers and performers, a kid’s and family Annual Black Cat Gala Auction Art by the Market October 13, 2020 zone and more! www.forteriechamber.com www.historicridgeway.com Fan Appreciation & Closing Day The Greater Fort Erie Chamber of Commerce 8:00am – 1:00pm www.forterieracing.com September 19 & 20, 2020 is hosting its Annual Black Cat Gala Auction. Friendship Trail parking lot & Ridgeway Village Don’t miss the final d y of racing at Fort Customer Appreciation Days Enjoy dinner, auctions and games of chance! at Safari Niagara Square, Ridgeway Erie Race Track for the 2020 season. Free www.safariniagara.com programs and prize draws for fans. First race November 14, 2020 Safari Niagara would like to thank you, their at 1:20pm. Free admission and parking, all October 3, 2020 48th Annual Fort Erie Santa Claus loyal customers. Your family can enjoy a day ages welcome. Harvest Celebration Parade full of fun activities and educational displays at www.forterie.ca (for route) Gilmore Lodge Auxiliary October 17, 23 & 24, 2020 a discounted rate into the park. Join Fort Erie at 4:00pm in welcoming Visit Gilmore Lodge Auxiliary, 50 Gilmore All Hallows’ Eve Tours Santa this holiday season. Enjoy live bands, Road, from 9:00am - 1:00pm and shop a www.niagaraparks.com/events September 26, 2020 Christmas floats, bus ers and additional variety of freshly baked pies, autumn and Listen to Old Fort Erie’s ghost stories and the Key-2-Hope Annual Walk/Run entertainment along the parade route. www.snlmcounsel.ca Halloween crafts and goods. All proceeds traditions of Halloween at this popular event. benefit the residents of Gilmore odge. Join South Niagara Life Ministries’ Run, At the end of the tour watch the burning November 21, 2020 Walk & Roll Fundraiser at the Fort Erie Lion’s of Guy Fawkes, a visitor favourite! Please October 10, 2020 Christmas Bazaar Sugarbowl Park supports SNLM in providing purchase tickets online. 16th Annual Crystal Beach Gilmore Lodge Auxiliary free and confidential crisis counsellin . Visit Gilmore Lodge Auxiliary, 50 Gilmore 5K Run/Walk October 25, 2020 Registration is $25 and begins at 9:15am Road, from 9:00am - 1:00pm for their annual www.crystalbeach5k.com Niagara Falls International Marathon at 100 Gilmore Street. The walk/run is at craft sale featuring handmade items, jewelry This fun fall event kicks off with the Kids www.niagarafallsmarathon.com 10:00am followed by kids activities, live and baked goods. All proceeds to benefit the Fun Run at 10:15am, followed by the Participate, spectate or volunteer! Voted as music, a BBQ lunch and door prizes. residents of Gilmore Lodge.
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December December 24, 2020 Currency Exchange Services Treaty of Ghent Tribute EnvoyInternational.com December 4 & 5, 2020 Heritage Arts Legacy / 905–871–3839 Spirit of Christmas Join the Heritage Arts Legacy from 3:00pm - www.historicridgeway.com 6:00pm at the Fort Erie Legion to remember Celebrate the holiday season in Historic those who served our country. The peace Downtown Ridgeway. School choirs, bells will ring at 4:00pm in celebration of the Christmas shopping along Ridge Road, cozy Treaty of Ghent which ended the War of 1812 Serving fires, toas y marshmallows and more! on December 24, 1814. Fort Erie & Providing you with outstanding foreign eign December 5, 2020 December 31, 2020 currency exchange rates on all your foreign Port Colborne Polar Plunge at Bay Beach New Year’s Eve Party currency transactions since 1994. www.crystalbeachbia.com www.forterieconservationclub.ca Call: 905-871-5715 or 800-755-5614 Please let our experienced Account Enjoy a day of chilling fun! From 11:00am – Featuring the band Sugar Creek, doors open Executives assist you with your 6:00pm at Bay Beach in Crystal Beach (4155 at 8pm. Band at 8:30pm – midnight. $30/ Visit: 427 Garrison Road, Ft. Erie, ON L2A 6E6 personal, business, and property tax Erie Road), the day will feature music, beer, person. Includes beef on weck at 11:00pm Conveniently located in the Uncle Sam’s Plaza transactions. wine, food trucks, a bonfire and br ve dippers and champagne at midnight. Contact Connie We now Accept plunging into chilly Lake Erie! See website for for tickets at 905-382-3695. Hours: Monday - Friday 8 am - 7 pm more details. Saturday - Sunday: 9 am - 4 pm
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EST. 1965 your toyota dealer serving the niagara region for over Atrium Spa Ridgeway Wellness Centre www.theatriumspa.com www.ridgewaywellnesscentre.com 55 31 Jarvis St., Fort Erie 355 Ridge Rd. N., Ridgeway YEARS! 905-871-4141 905-894-1551
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All Nations Fellowship – 3397 Garrison Road ...... 905–871–1773 All NationsSaints Anglican Fellowship Church – 3397 – 149 Garrison South RoadMill Road ...... 905–871–1773 ...... 905–894–3350 AllBertie Saints Church Anglican – 5244 Church Highway – 149 #3...... South ...... Mill Road ...... 905–894–3350905–382–6530 Bethel Pentecostal Assembly – 500 Central Avenue ...... 905–871–4640...... 905–871–4640 Crystal Ridge Community Church – 241 Elmwood Avenue ...... 905–894–6922...... 905–894–6922 I’ve got your back Faith Reformed Church – 3605 Black Creek Road ...... 905–382–2914...... 905–382–2914 Count on me for one-on-one service, better savings, First Baptist Church – 165 Bertie Street ...... 905–871–6577...... 905–871–6577 and coverage that’s customized for you. Holloway Memorial Chapel – 1025 Point Abino Road South ...... 905–894–3135...... 905–894–3135 Stop in, call or click. Light City Church – 549 Garrison Road ...... 905–871–4463...... 905–871–4463 People’s Memorial United Church – 366 Ridge Road North ...... 905–894–3500...... 905–894–3500 Riverside Community Church – 224 Garrison Road, Unit #11 ...... 905–871–8880...... 905–871–8880 Celebrating 25 years in business! Sherkston United Church – 5244 Highway #3 ...... 905–894–0392...... 905–894–0392 St. Andrew’s –Knox Presbyterian – 203 Highland Avenue ...... 905–871–3450 St. Andrew’s –Knox Presbyterian – 203 Highland Avenue ...... 905–871–3450 St. George’s Catholic Church – 56 Ridgeway Road ...... 905–894–2853...... 905–894–2853 St. John’s Anglican Church – 2251 Ridgemount Road ...... 905–382–2608 St. John’s Anglican Church – 2251 Ridgemount Road ...... 905–382–2608 St. John’s Lutheran Church – 3837 Netherby Road ...... 905–382–3516...... 905–382–3516 Desjardins Insurance refers to Certas Home and Auto Insurance Company, underwriter of automobile and property insurance or Desjardins Financial St. John’s United Church – 14789 Sodom Road ...... 905–382–3344 Security Life Assurance Company, underwriter of life insurance and living benefits products. St. John’s United Church – 14789 Sodom Road ...... 905–382–3344
1211027 CN.1 Desjardins, Desjardins Insurance and related trademarks are trademarks of the Fédération des caisses Desjardins du Québec, used under licence. St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church – 3718 Netherby Road ...... 905–382–3826...... 905–382–3826 St. Luke’s Lutheran Church – 245 Prospect Point Road North ...... 905–894–3799...... 905–894–3799 St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church – 310 Central Avenue ...... 905–871–0692...... 905–871–0692 St. Paul’s Anglican Church – 32 Idylewylde Street...... 905–871–6704 The Journey – 356 Ridge Road North ...... 289–214–4445 The Village Church – 2536 Stevensville Road ...... 905–382–2628...... 905–382–2628 Trinity Life Church – 5348 Sherkston Road ...... 905–894–0673...... 905–894–0673 Trinity Lutheran Church – 171 Bertie Street ...... 905–871–2883...... 905–871–2883 United Brethren Church – 1351 Garrison Road ...... 905–871–4888...... 905–871–4888 Windmill Point Church of Christ Disciple – 560 Stonemill Road ...... 905–894–4551...... 905–894–4551 Setting High Expectations for Student Success
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and is inaccessible for visitors at this time. “vehicles” dating back to the 1860’s. The Also on this site are two historic stations. Fort Erie LaFrance Association Museum was The Ridgeway Station has been transformed opened in 1986 to preserve and display these into an exhibition space and the gift shop historical apparatuses, some of which were in the B-1 Station features railway related those used in Fort Erie. Admission is free of Rich in archeological significance merchandise. Open 9:00am-5:00pm daily charge and by appointment only. Fort Erie is home to one of the most from Victoria Day to Labour Day. Admission History & significant a cheological sites in Canada, is by donation. Leisureplex as well as having played host to some 3 Municipal Centre Drive, Fort Erie of the bloodiest and most strategically Garrison Little Theatre 905-871-1600 ext. 2431 Attractions significant ba tles of the War of 1812. At the Italo-Canadian Club www.forterie.ca 1101 DiPietro Street, Fort Erie The Town of Fort Erie’s Leisureplex is an [email protected] impressive facility, situated among beautiful www.garrisonlittletheatre.com grounds conveniently located steps from the Garrison Little Theatre (GTL) is Fort Erie Clarion Hotel, Town of Fort Erie and YMCA. Brimstone Brewing Company Fort Erie Public Library dinner theatre at its best. GLT offers three Gardens, pond and gazebo grace the entrance 209 Ridge Road North, Ridgeway Centennial Branch productions each Fall, Winter and Spring. to this facility. The Leisureplex features two 289-876-8657 / www.brimstonebrewing.ca 136 Gilmore Road Performances are held at the Italo-Canadian ice rinks, a snack bar, Madison’s Pub, an The Brimstone Brewing Company is a 905-871-2546 / www.fepl.ca Club. Opening night is a “show only” arcade, Heritage Arts Sports Gallery and small batch independent craft brewery Crystal Ridge Branch performance, while all other performances are Research Centre and a 7,000 sq. ft. banquet located in a re-imagined 20th century 89 Ridge Road / 905-894-1281 dinner theatre, and a matinee with a lighter hall. Entrance to the complex can also be church called The Sanctuary Centre for the Stevensville Branch lunch. More information available online. accessed from Buffalo Road. Arts in the heart of downtown Ridgeway. 2508 Stevensville Road / 905-382-2051 The brewery features a cozy tap room The libraries of Fort Erie offer lifelong learning Heritage Arts Sports Gallery & Mewinzha Gallery & and restaurant which features delicious and leisure opportunities for all ages in the Research Centre Interpretive Centre food to accompany your beer of choice. community that offers free wifi, internet Fort Erie Leisureplex, 100 Queen Street, Fort Erie access, appealing areas for children and 3 Municipal Centre Drive, Fort Erie 905-894-5322 Fort Erie Historical Museum teen activities, as well as comfortable Housed within the Fort Erie Leisureplex, the Buffalo-Fort Erie Public Bridge Authority Building 402 Ridge Road N, Ridgeway / 905-894-5322 browsing and studying spaces. Scanning and gallery features rotating displays of sports www.museum.forterie.ca www.museum.forterie.ca photocopying services, tech help, art displays, artifacts and memorabilia of Fort Erie’s great [email protected] [email protected] movies, educational programs and author athletes and showcases many sports such as Mewinzha: A Journey Back in Time features Discover the unique history and character of visits all enhance the library experience. hockey, baseball, horse racing, golf and more. archaeological artifacts recovered from the the places and people of Fort Erie through Meeting room facilities are available. While visiting this location, check out the Peace Bridge Site alongside First Nations the programs, research facilities, exhibits and Heroes Walk and the Kinsmen Wall of Fame. artwork. Uncover thousands of years of gift shop. Currently featuring exhibits about Fort Erie Railway Museum For appointments and tours call 905-871-3839. human history in Fort Erie. Mewinzha (Meh- the Fenian Raids, Community History, First 400 Central Avenue, Fort Erie inge-ah) is a native word meaning a long time Nations and Made in Fort Erie. Open 9:00am- 905-894-5322 LaFrance Firefighters Museu ago. While here, please visit the exhibit The 5:00pm. From September to May it is open www.museum.forterie.ca Fort Erie LaFrance Association Bridge that Peace Built, located on the second Sunday - Friday and from June to August it is [email protected] 1118 Concession Road, Fort Erie floo . It traces the history of river crossings open daily. Admission is by donation. The CN 6218 steam engine stands as the 905-871-1271 between Buffalo and Fort Erie and includes museum’s focal point. Recently repaired, www.forterielafrancefi efightingmuseum.co a viewing area of the bridge. Open 9:00am- visitors can view this piece of Canada’s Mr. Norm Sisler, Curator of the Fort Erie 3:30pm Monday through Friday, except history up close and marvel at its size. The LaFrance Association since 1983, has acquired holidays. Gallery admission is free. caboose is undergoing extensive repair work and restored numerous antique firefightin
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Old Fort Erie Ridgeway Battlefield Sit 350 Lakeshore Road, Fort Erie 3388 Garrison Road (Hwy #3) / 905-894-5322 905-871-0540 / www.oldforterie.com www.museum.forterie.ca The historic Old Fort Erie sits on the banks [email protected] of the Niagara River overlooking Buffalo, a This outdoor exhibit details the local, national one-minute drive from the Peace Bridge, and international impact of the Battle of this once-British garrison of the War of 1812 Ridgeway which took place on June 2, 1866. has been fully restored and is operated Use the interactive timeline and map wall to today by the Niagara Parks Commission. follow the battle and its aftermath. Visit the Visitors can experience military and civilian exterior of the Teal House to see a snapshot of life much in the same way that British, life in Bertie Township. Pause at the memorial Canadian and Haudenosaunee forces and cairn to honour the soldiers who fought of the day did. The Fort is open from and died protecting this land, in a battle which 10:00am – 5:00pm May to October. prompted the confederation of Canada. Open 7 days a week. Free admission. Let Fort Erie’s Safari Niagara vast array of 2821 Stevensville Road, Stevensville things to see and 1-866-367-9669 [email protected] do appeal to your www.safarinaigara.com senses! Safari Niagara is a 150-acre nature park that offers an exciting combination of educational displays, paddleboats, art exhibits, playgrounds, splash pad, picnic areas, and a rope course. All this with over 1000 native and exotic animals, reptiles and birds makes it fun The Bell Tower Community Arts & for the whole family! Entertainment Complex 575 Central Avenue, Fort Erie 289-320-9968 www.thebelltowercommunity.org In the heart of Bridgeburg Station, this facility is dedicated to helping the community, providing event space, showcasing artists and Point Abino Lighthouse organizing/hosting events. The Bell Tower also Town of Fort Erie’s Facilities Management hosts Quasi’s Cafe & Lounge, which serves 905-871-1600 ext. 2431 Sessions on the River baked goods, tea, coffee and is a LCBO Let us help you with your next project! Constructed in 1918 and located on the rocky 133 Niagara Boulevard, Fort Erie licensed facility. We carry all your building material, visit our North shore of Lake Erie, the Point Abino [email protected] Kitchen & Bathroom Showroom, our Flooring & Lighthouse is a national historic site that is www.sessionsontheriver.com The Sanctuary – Centre for the Arts Painting section plus come see recognized for its unusual shape, classical This recording studio and record label housed 209 Ridge Road North, Ridgeway OUR NEW APPLIANCE SHOWROOM, detailing and efficiency of st uctural design. in the former Parkway Movie Theater features www.thesanctuaryarts.org For voting us #1 Lumberyard Hardware Store Contact for advance ticket purchase, tour new, inspiring musicians in a live music venue The Sanctuary - Centre for the Arts is a READERS’ READERS’ SELECTION SELECTION pricing. See page 13 of the Festivals and on Fridays and Saturdays throughout the year. creative hub for people of all ages. It features 2018AWARDS 2018AWARDS Events section for schedule and times of Be a part of the studio audience, in this fully events such as theatre performances, art guided tours throughout the summer. Note licensed establishment, as they broadcast this openings, concerts, fundraisers, fashion that the Lighthouse is a historical structure new music around the world. Check out the shows, conferences, weddings and offers a 584 Garrison Rd. Fort Erie WE LOVE FORT and may not reflect cu rent public accessibility dates, concerts and open mic nights online. variety of classes for adults and children with ERIE 905-871-3648 and safety standards or expectations. Doors open at 7:00pm. the help of independent instructors.
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We are here to help! Situated on the border between the Come visit Gerard Longval, US and Canada, Fort Erie is your Ross Thompson & Steve Moss destination for for a FREE Consultation serious fun, exciting horse racing, gaming & learn what we can and great dining and do for your health! hotel opportunities.
Taking Care of All Fort Erie Race Track locations featuring regular prizes, jackpots, 230 Catherine Street, Fort Erie super jackpots and player’s progressives, Fort 905-871-3200 / 1-800-295-3770 Erie Bingo centres are a destination for every Your Pharmacy Needs! www.forterieracing.com Bingo enthusiast. Thoroughbred Horse Racing Golden Nugget Gaming Centre Home to the famous Prince of Wales 655 Garrison Road, Fort Erie Stakes, the second jewel in Canada’s 905-871-1277 / 1-888-739-6149 VOTED • Personalized prescription services Triple Crown, the Fort Erie Race Track has www.goldennugget.ca #1 pharmacy offered the excitement and pageantry of live by metroland • Vaccination Clinic readers 2017 thoroughbred racing for 123 years. The Race Delta Bingo & Gaming Track is one of the most picturesque tracks 427 Garrison Road, Fort Erie (travel and flu immunizations) in North America, operating from late May 905-994-0505 • Compliance Packaging through mid-October. Catch the action and www.deltabingo.com excitement in the grand stands or visit the • Home Health Care thoroughbreds in the paddock area. Take advantage of the dining options and socialize • Support Stockings at the Turfside Restaurant & Lounge. The Tiki Bar & Patio hosts the concert series that is NEwLY featured throughout the summer season. For FREE RENoVatED race days, special events and concert series DELIVERY 905-994-0990 please see the Festivals and Events section StoRE of this guide.
www.remedys.ca Bingos Fort Erie’s two bingo halls are mainstays 660 Garrison Road, Fort Erie for thousands of daily visitors who simply cannot get enough of the game. With exciting Open Mon-Fri 9am-7pm • Sat 9am-5pm • Sun 9am-3pm state-of-the-art e-bingo now found at the Golden Nugget Gaming Centre, and both
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Centre There are a variety of golf experiences available in Fort Erie. From executive Exhaust systEms • rEpair and rEplacE par 3 and practice courses, to beautifully custom bEnding • trailEr hitchEs manicured resort-style courses, our local clubs FREE ESTIMATES offer enthusiasts multiple options to enjoy and 905-871-9800 improve their game. 1314 Garrison Road, Fort Erie OPEN TO PUBLIC ONLY MEMBERSHIP HOLES RENTALS CART POWER RENTALS/SALES EQUIPMENT CODE DRESS PRACTICE RANGE AVAILABLE LESSONS/CLINICS RATES: SENIORS (S)/JUNIORS (J) TWIGHLIGHTRATES DINING ONSITE PAR YARDAGE
Bridgewater Country Club 700 Gilmore Road, Fort Erie • 18 • • • • • • • 72 905-871-2400 or 1-888-235-7772 www.bccgolf.ca 6,664 Cherry Hill Country Club 912 Cherry Hill Boulevard, Ridgeway • 18 • • • • • • • 72 905-894-1122 or 1-800-668-3887 7, 3 4 8 www.cherryhillclub.ca Fort Erie Golf Club 1150 Sunset Drive, Fort Erie • 18 • • • • • • 57
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Trails & Walk, jog, bicycle, rollerblade, snow Nature Areas shoe or cross country ski your The great outdoors is easy to enjoy year way along many Stevensville Conservation Area round with Fort Erie’s numerous paths and 2555 Ott Road, Stevensville recreational trails connecting nature and kilometers of scenic beauty. The Stevensville Conservation Area is communities! This network of multi-purpose described as a passive recreational area trails includes Friendship Trail, Niagara River under the auspices of the Niagara Peninsula Recreation Trail, and the Trans-Canada Trail. Conservation Authority. Visitors to this 121- Mather Arch acre site are greeted by a Carolinian forest, Mather Circle, Fort Erie wetland, fishing pond, open picnic area and Parks the conveniently located Sugarbowl Park, Part of the Niagara Parks Commission, this the meandering Black Creek. Conservation where Fort Erie’s Dog Park resides. This beautiful park features expansive manicured efforts are on-going with help from the Fort Bay Beach Park approximately 1 acre fenced park allows dogs lawns and gardens, adding a brilliance of Erie Conservation Club. 4155 Erie Road, Crystal Beach to play off-leash in grassy and treed parkland colour to complement the main focus of this Located on the shores of Bay Beach, this new of undulating terrain. location, Mather Arch. Constructed in 1933 Splash Pads park features a children’s playground donated Other locations where dogs are permitted as a symbol of friendship between Canada Cool off in one of our splash pads by the Ridgeway Lions Club, picnic tables, on-leash are: along the Friendship Trail and at and the US, Mather Arch is centrally located located at Ferndale Park, Stevensville washrooms, a water bottle filling s ation Ridgeway Battlefield ark. on the shores of Lake Erie and overlooks Memorial Park, Crystal Ridge Park, and is steps away from ice cream and food the mouth of the mighty Niagara River, both and the Ridgeway Village Square. vendors, cafes, restaurants and shopping. For Fort Erie Skatepark of which make this a lovely place to have more information on Bay Beach, please visit 1 Municipal Centre Drive, Fort Erie a picnic, fish or frolic in the sunshine. ree page 43 of this guide. Located beside Fort Erie Town Hall, this public parking is also available at this location. designer concrete skate park is geared to Crystal Ridge Park all experience levels of skateboarders, BMX Shagbark Nature Park 109 Ridge Road South, Crystal Beach bikers and inline skaters. This park boasts an North of the corner of Burleigh Road & Crystal Ridge Park features both senior and old school bowl and street park design that Dominion Road, Ridgeway junior children’s playgrounds, tennis and multi- features quarter pipes, boxes, stairs, rails and www.bertmillernatureclub.org use courts, a splash pad, a pavilion, a sports some unique rollers. Over 4 kms of nature trails lead through field, picnic areas and ver 3 hectares of this 64-acre wooded and meadowed park scenic wooded area complete with 1.4 kms of Lions Sugarbowl Park that is popular among outdoor enthusiasts the Lions Nature Trail. 100 Gilmore Road, Fort Erie and nature lovers. Interpretive signage Only steps from the Niagara River sits plenty throughout the park highlights its diverse Fort Erie Dog Park of green space, a public outdoor swimming character, including its geology, the woodland, 100 Gilmore Road, Fort Erie pool, a dog park, children’s playground and birds, butterflies and other na ural life, Our four legged friends love the open central fountain. as well as a chimney swift tower. Please spaces as much as we do, so join them in note terrain is hilly in some locations. Ridgeway Village Square
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Fort Erie is part of a huge Riverwalk integrated system of paved Queen Street & Niagara Boulevard, Fort Erie recreation trails: Connecting the Friendship Trail and Niagara Friendship Trail | 24kms River Recreational Trail is the Riverwalk. It Niagara River Recreational Trail | 56kms features public seating and outdoor waterfront Greater Niagara Circle Route | 140kms cafes, restaurants and patios. Located just Trans-Canada Trail | 24,000kms below the Peace Bridge, the Riverwalk is a perfect place to enjoy lunch while watching the water drift by. Free parking is available at numerous convenient locations nearby.
Trails & Cycling Friendship Trail Vaticano Restaurant — 90 Niagara Blvd Fort Erie’s Friendship Trail along with the Bowen Road Park & Niagara River Recreational Trail offers 80kms the Trans-Canada Trail of continuous beauty. The Friendship Trail Fort Erie is one of the honoured and few forms the Southerly link of the Trans-Canada communities in the country selected to Trail system and Greater Niagara Circle host a pavilion for the 24,000km Trans- Route. Attractions along the Friendship Canada Trail. Displaying names of Niagara Trail include Old Fort Erie, Crystal Beach area donors on its walls, this pavilion Waterfront Park and Boat Launch, Fort Erie Historical Museum, Waverly Beach links to the trail stretching from St. John, N GARAIA FALLS, C AANAD Newfoundland to Victoria, British Columbia Park, Shagbark Nature Park, and many and as far North as Tuktoyaktuk. access points to the beautiful Lake Erie.
Niagara River Recreational Trail Fort Erie anchors the 56km Niagara River Recreational Trail. The Fort Erie leg of the Parkway overlooks the Niagara River, Peace Bridge and Riverwalk and has several public parking options.
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Beach Water Testing Beach water testing results are posted daily Monday – Saturday between Victoria Day and Labour Day. www.niagararegion.ca/beaches Fort Erie features 42kms of waterfront and beautifully sandy beaches. Beaches
Bernard Beach Waverly Beach Park Bernard Avenue & Thunder South point of Helena Street at Bay Road, Ridgeway Edgemere Road, Fort Erie Bay Beach in Crystal Beach Quick Reminders Before Heading Tucked away at the end of Bernard Avenue, Waverly Beach is located along the Friendship 4155 Erie Road, Crystal Beach to Bay Beach this beach offers 66 feet of quiet beachfront, Trail and next to the site of the former 905-871-1600 / www.forterie.ca • A $10 season pass is available to a perfect place for lounging in the sun, having Erie Beach Amusement Park, which was a Bay Beach underwent an extensive renovation residents and property taxpayers only. a picnic, or just enjoying the gorgeous sandy popular attraction at the turn of the twentieth to provide an accessible and modern beach Passes can be purchased at Town Hall beach. Free public parking is available onsite. century for Canadians and Americans alike. facility for the enjoyment of locals and (1 Municipal Centre Dr.) between April With fine sand, p ved walkways, informative tourists alike. New park components include: 1 and Labour Day during business Black Creek boards citing historical significance, free washroom facilities complete with lockers, hours. Proof of residency is required. 4301 Niagara River Parkway public parking and washrooms, this beach changerooms, foot wash showers and a • Anyone without a season pass can Only a short drive from the Peace Bridge, Fort is a favorite among locals and visitors. water bottle filling s ation, a new playground, purchase a day pass at Bay Beach for $5 Erie’s Black Creek “feeds” into the Niagara viewing deck, and an accessible ramp down per person from Victoria Day to Labour River and is a popular location among kayakers Lake Erie Waterfront Access Points to the beach mats to provide access to the Day. Children 10 years and under are free. and canoeists. The Creek offers tranquility, In addition to these waterfront parks, a water’s edge. • Only umbrellas with a centre pole no weeping willows, and a scenic view of the variety of public Lake Erie waterfront access greater than 7 feet 6 inches, in height Niagara River. Complimentary parking is points are available. These ‘windows to the 2020 Bay Beach Updates and a maximum shade diameter of provided by the Niagara Parks Commission Lake’ vary in character from sandy beach • Non-resident seasonal admission 9 feet will be permitted. Pavillions, at several locations along the Parkway. to rocky and naturalized shoreline, and are pass for short-term rental owners sport-brellas, or any material mounted located at the end of Prospect Point Road; and tenants ($100 per pass) on supports are not allowed. Crescent Beach Burleigh Road; Centralia Road; Windmill • Seasonal on-street parking pass for • Alcohol, pets, glass containers, fires and Crescent Road, South of Dominion Road, Point Road; Stonemill Road; Bertie Bay Road; regular beach patrons and neighbourhood BBQs are NOT permitted at/on the beach. Fort Erie Buffalo Road; Kraft Road; Rose Avenue; residents ($50 per pass) • Upon entering the beach from either Located just off of the Friendship Trail at Pierce Avenue; and Beachview Avenue. • On-street paid parking removed entrance, security may search bags. the end of Crescent Road, this beach is from Cherryhill Blvd, Rosewood Ave, Refusal to permit a bag search will make 66 feet of intimate beachfront, perfect Lakewood Ave and Oakwood Ave. a patron inadmissible to the beach. for spending the day with family and • Additional 300 ft of accessible beach mats. • Parking is payable at pay and display soaking up the warm summer sun. Accessible mats provide a pathway that machines (CAD cash or credit card only). Complimentary parking is available just can be used for pedestrians, persons with steps away from the water’s edge. a disability, wheelchair users, strollers, etc.
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Crystal Ball Beach Café G Lee’s Xpress 4028 Erie Rd., Crystal Beach 1267 Garrison Rd., Unit 2B 416-729-0425 Garrison Club 905-991-0147 179 Garrison Rd. Fort Erie Dining Experiences Crystal Beach Gateway 905-994-0202 Left of Central Board 1025 Gorham Rd., Fort Erie Game Café 335 on the Ridge Beach Bites Breck n Ridge 289-322-0410 Garrisons Grill 206 Jarvis St., Fort Erie 335 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway 1383 Dominion Rd., Fort Erie 3551 Garrison Rd., Ridgeway 385 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 905-991-8757 905-894-4229 289-321-1383 905-894-1682 Crystal Chandelier 905-871-2586 3878 Erie Rd., Crystal Beach Lino’s Pizza Parlour A Beach House Bridgeburg Family 905-894-9996 Green Acres Family 2 Ridgeway Rd., Ridgeway Restaurant Restaurant Restaurant 905-894-2411 Aguacate 4130 Erie Rd., Crystal Beach 607 Niagara Blvd/Jarvis St., D 1554 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 905-407-7046 Fort Erie Little Caesars 1074 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 905-871-1212 905-871-0007 DaVinci’s Pizza 427 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 905-994-8511 Bella Pizza & Wings 905-871-1180 3840 Dominion Rd., Bridgewater Country H Aneta Pizzeria 1206 Dominion Rd., Fort Erie Ridgeway Club 504 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway 905-871-3535 M 905-894-8700 700 Gilmore Rd., Fort Erie Happy Jack’s 905-894-1212 98 Niagara Blvd., Fort Erie 905-871-2400 Domino’s Pizza M & J Restaurant Bertie Boating Club 905-871-3970 Artemis Family 3860 Dominion Rd., 401 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 1010 Point Abino Rd., S., Brimstone Brewing Restaurant Ridgeway 905-871-3143 Ridgeway Company He’s Not Here 199 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 289-876-8585 905-894-3223 209 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway 365 Niagara Blvd., Fort Erie 905-871-5344 289-320-8222 Mabel’s Gourmet Pizza 289-821-2738 Down Home Café 4068 Derby Rd., Big Pappi’s 1408 Dominion Rd., Fort Erie Crystal Beach B 406 Derby Rd., Crystal Beach C 905-871-6760 J 905-894-4973 Barrel Pizza & Big Texas Casa Hugo Mexican Jazzy Scoops Madison’s Pub Spaghetti House 129 Niagara Blvd., Fort Erie E Eatery & Tequileria 3717 West Main St., 3 Municipal Dr., Fort Erie 224 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 905-871-9333 4060 Erie Rd., Crystal Beach Stevensville Leisureplex 905-871-1167 Exiles 289-241-6453 905-871-2773 905-321-1963 3879 Rebstock Rd. Crystal Beach Whether your Central Pizzeria Mae’s Place 289-876-8550 L tastes run to a 161 Central Ave., Fort Erie 2568 Stevensville Rd., romantic dinner 905-871-4333 LAMA Restaurant Stevensville by the lake, a F 238 Ridge Rd. N., Ridgeway 905-382-3765 delicious home- Chuck’s Roadhouse 289-876-9545 310 Garrison Rd. Fort Erie Freeland’s Restaurant Maria’s Downtown style meal or road 905-991-9444 1485 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie Lanes Family 301 Ridge Rd. N., Ridgeway house fare, Fort (Clarion Hotel) Restaurant 905-321-1049 Erie offers delights Creative Dining By 905-871-8333 3255 Synder Rd., Stevensville that compete with Angie 905-382-3203 McDonalds 336 Central Ave., Fort Erie Fueled 750 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie the best. 905-871-4545 408 Derby Rd., Crystal Beach 905-994-8485 905-894-1115
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Ming Teh Pizza Pizza Sneakers Bar & Grill 126 Niagara Blvd., Fort Erie 310 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 4020 Erie Rd., Crystal Beach 905-871-7971 905-687-1111 905-894-6535
Pho Xuan Tang South Coast Cookhouse N 1243 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 423 Derby Rd., Crystal Beach Niagara Cake Artistry 289-322-0072 905-894-7037 421 Ridge Road, Ridgeway Southsides Bar & Grill 289-690-2253 Q 80 Niagara Blvd., Fort Erie Niagara Samosa Quasi’s Cafe and 905-871-3244 Factory Lounge Stewart’s Fried Chicken 562 Central Ave., Fort Erie 575 Central Ave., Fort Erie 367 Ridge Rd., N., Ridgeway 905-871-7550 289-320-9968 905-894-9573
Niagara Tabaq Sub Culture The Commercial 2780 Stevensville Rd., Y (In the Flying J) R 95 Jarvis St., Fort Erie Roadhouse Stevensville 1637 Pettit Rd., Fort Erie Red’s Take-out 289-320-9999 3752 Netherby Rd., 905-382-6090 Yukiguni (SUSHI) 905-994-9900 2612 Stevensville Rd., Stevensville 660 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 282 Ridgeway Rd., Stevensville Subway 905-382-3797 905-994-8506 Crystal Beach O 905-382-0005 243 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 905-991-0020 The Cookhouse Diner 905-894-3020 You Deserve It Café Old Bank Bistro Robo Mart 111 Jarvis St., Fort Erie & Creamery Trailside Bar & Grill 41 Jarvis St., Fort Erie 21 Princess St., Fort Erie 3860 Dominion Rd., 905-871-6112 1243 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 282 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway 905-994-9222 905-871-3738 Ridgeway 289-320-9959 905-894-9515 The Lighthouse 289-876-8000 Our Corner Café 4301 Niagara Pkwy., Fort Erie Your Farm Gate Turfside Bar & Grill 411 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway S 2763 Stevensville Rd., 905-382-6888 3822 Dominion Rd., Stevensville 230 Catherine St., Fort Erie Ridgeway 905-894-0634 San Vito’s Italian 905-382-6575 The Plaice Restaurant 905-871-3200 Ext. 3272 905-864-7070 Bistro & Bar 981 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie P 3990 Erie Rd., Crystal Beach Sweet Dreams 905-871-8722 V 367 Ridge Rd., N., Ridgeway Z Palmwood Waterfront S-Bend Restaurant 905-894-9573 The Runaround Vaticano Restaurant Rest. & Patio Bar 5801 Hwy #3, Sherkston Zia’s Pizzeria 76 Courtwright St., Fort Erie 90 Niagara Blvd., Fort Erie 3823 Terrance Ln., 905-894-4072 1243 Garrison Rd., Unit 3, 289-320-8422 905-871-6244 Crystal Beach T Fort Erie 905-894-0820 Scuttlebutt Tap Tim Hortons 289-320-8304 & Eatery Take 2 Restaurant & 141 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie W Papa’s Pizza 2596 Stevensville Rd., Bar 905-871-1743 328 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway Stevensville 1882 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie Wendy’s 905-894-5535 905-382-4000 905-991-1882 1167 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 165 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 905-871-9997 905-871-5621 Pita Pit Shaggy’s Pizza & Eats The Breakfast Beacon 237 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie 3717 West Main St., 337 Gorham Rd., Fort Erie 1 Peace Bridge Plaza, Whistle Stop Café 289-320-8484 Stevensville 289-876-8555 Fort Erie 102 Jarvis St., Fort Erie 905-382-2525 905-871-8555 905-329-0322
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Stay Easy At The Newly Remodeled Knights Inn Fort Erie • Special Discount Rate For Construction Crews • Minute away from Peace Bridge NOW OPEN • Just 20 minutes from Niagara Falls • Just 20 minutes from BUF International Airport USA Canadian & Ethnic Menu available • 2 minutes from Fort Erie Race Track Join us for BREAKFAST - LUNCH – or DINNER • Dine in - Carry out - Catering • Walking distance to all major Restaurants in town Located within Flying J Plaza off QEW 139 Garrison Road, Fort Erie, ON L2A 1M3 Tel: 905-871-7777 | Fax: 905-871-2297 1637 Pettit Rd. Fort Erie • 905-994-9900
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