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3 ON BEHALF OF ST. CATHARINES CITY COUNCIL, #OURHOMESTC WELCOME TO community our amazing m proud to say that I ve lived here for my whole life and have experienced many Iof the great things that define #OurHomeSTC. Here s a list of some of my favourite things to do in my hometown. To learn more, or to discover your own list of favourites, visit Mayor Walter Sendzik MAYOR SENDZIK S ITlist STC CAN T MISS Spend a summer afternoon at the beach playing volleyball, paddle boarding and riding on the historic carousel in Lakeside Park (still only costs a nickel). Marvel as the ships rise up the escarpment at the St. Catharines Museum & Welland Canals Centre at Lock 3 you re so close you can almost touch the giant Lakers. Festivals! Niagara Wine Festival, Rotary Ribfest, In the Soil Arts Festival, VegFest, Folks Arts Festival, Facer European Festival, The Foster Festival. Tour our award-winning wineries Take in a performance or two at one of the four new venues all within the stunning FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre. Catch an IceDogs hockey game or a River Lions basketball game at the Meridian Centre the energy in the Centre, and on St. Paul Street, is electric on game nights. Lace up your runners and hit the Twelve Mile Creek (home of the Twelve Mile Creek Half Marathon in June). While you re out and about in St. Catharines, please share your memories with us on social media using #OurHomeSTC. Enjoy your stay! Enjoy an evening of culinary discovery at one of our many restaurants that feature farm-to-table creations, fusing international flavours with local ingredients. Cycle the Welland Canal from Port Weller to Port Colborne. Canada Day in Port Dalhousie - bigger and brighter this year for Canada s 150 th birthday! YOU ARE 3

4 #OURHOMESTC CITY OF ST. CATHARINES CITY GUIDE 2017 WHAT S INSIDE GETTING HERE IMPORTANT LOCAL INFORMATION HAPPY BIRTHDAY CANADA ST. CATHARINES FARMER S MARKET NIAGARA S CRAFT BEER SCENE THINGS TO SEE & DO UNDER $ FESTIVALS & EVENTS WINE & CULINARY ARTS, CULTURE & HERITAGE ACCOMMODATIONS RETAIL & SHOPPING MUST SEE PERFORMANCES THE GREAT OUTDOORS St. Catharines Farmer s Market page 34 page 44 4 tourismstcatharines.ca Things to see and do under $ 25 page 58

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6 Fifth St Fifth St Third St First St First St To Welland & Fonthill Glenridge Ave Vine St #OURHOMESTC CITY OF ST. CATHARINES 1 Downtown Core 2 St. Catharines Museum & Welland Canals Centre 3 Meridian Centre 4 FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre 5 Brock University Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts Wine Route Port Dalhousie LAKE ONTARIO Lakeshore Rd Niagara on the Lake GATEWAY NIAGARA INFORMATION CENTRE Ninth St Jordan Vineland Seventh St Lakeshore Rd W QEW Toronto Third Ave Fourth Ave Fifth Ave St Paul St W Third St Eighth Ave 406 Main St Martindale Rd Martindale Pond Ontario St Louth St Ontario St Lakeport St. Catharines West Smart Centre Lake St Pelham Rd Brock University Church St King St St Paul St Geneva St Fairview Mall 3 l Linwell Rd Scott St Carlton St 406 CNR Glendale Ave St David s Rd F Niagara St Pen Centre Mall 406 Welland Grantham Ave QEW St Paul St Lincoln Value Centre Welland Ave Rd Hartzel Niagara Falls Bunting Rd Queenston St Glendale Ave Merritt St City of Thorold Pkwy Welland Canals Welland Canal 2 Niagara on the Lake Niagara Falls QEW ONTARIO TRAVEL INFORMATION CENTRE Pelham Rd Decew Rd YOU ARE HERE Cycling in Niagara? Visit the Niagara Cycling Tourism Centre at niagaracyclingtourism.com for routes and resources. 6 tourismstcatharines.ca

7 #OURHOMESTC DOWNTOWN PORT DALHOUSIE Queenston St Niagara St Church St Welland Ave Court St To Port Dalhousie A B C D E F City Hall Market Square FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts Meridian Centre Rodman Hall Gale St Geneva St James St Lake St To QEW Carlisle St King St Church St Montebello Park A P 4th Ave Queen St Westchester Cr To Pen Centre, Brock University, Welland To QEW P B E C McGuire St St. Paul St D P William St Ontario St Glenridge Ave HWY 406 To Brock University Henrietta St Ridley Rd Rodman Hall Dr St. Paul St West Bellevue Tce To Short Hills Prov Park Great Western St Pelham R To Jordan VIA Rail Station F N P Boat Ramp Lighthouse Rd Lakeshore Rd Lakeport Rd Ontario St A B C D E F G Lakeside Park and Beach Historic Carousel Rennie Park Grandstand Harbour Marina Port Dalhousie Yacht Club Port Dalhousie Pier Marina Shopping and Dining A Lock St Canal St Main St D C B A Martindale Pond To Martindale/QEW Ontario Jaycee Gardens Park E F G Henley Island Henley Island 7

8 #OURHOMESTC getting here YOU ARE HERE DETROIT MICHIGAN 364 KM 226 MI NIAGARA FALLS ONTARIO 16 KM 10 MI TORONTO ONTARIO 112KM 70 MI OTTAWA ONTARIO 560 KM 348MI MONTRÉAL QUÉBEC MONTRÉAL 652 KM 405MI OTTAWA TORONTO ST. CATHARINES NIAGARA FALLS BUFFALO ALBANY BOSTON DETROIT CHICAGO CHICAGO ILLINOIS 828 KM 514 MI CLEVELAND OHIO 362 KM 225 MI TOLEDO OHIO TOLEDO CINCINNATI 456 KM 283MI CINCINNATI OHIO CLEVELAND 752KM 468 MI PITTSBURGH PITTSBURGH PENNSYLVANIA 404 KM 251 MI PHILADELPHIA PHILADELPHIA PENNSYLVANIA 694 KM 431MI NEW YORK BUFFALO NEW YORK 52 KM 32MI BOSTON MASSACHUSETTS 778 KM 484 MI NEW YORK NEW YORK 683KM 424 MI 8 tourismstcatharines.ca

9 Arrive by The city is bisected by the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW), which runs from Toronto to Buffalo. It also links to major 400-series highways to access points north, east, and west of St. Catharines. Arrive by Major cities serviced daily by bus include Niagara Falls, Burlington, London, Toronto, Buffalo, New York, Boston, Cleveland, Pittsburgh and Washington. Downtown terminal is at 70 Carlisle Street. Call or visit greyhound.ca or coachcanada.com. Arrive by Via Rail and Amtrak offer a combined service to St. Catharines one train from Toronto, New York City and Cleveland through Niagara Falls each day. Call or viarail.ca for information and reservations. Station opens 30 minutes prior to train arrival times and closes 30 minutes after departure. Tickets must be pre purchased. No ticket sales available at station. Reservations and tickets can be purchased online or by phone. E-boarding passes can be printed using self-service kiosk inside the station. Call hours in advance for wheelchair lift requests. Checked baggage service not offered, visit viarail.ca for more information on carry-on baggage. Located on Great Western Street off St. Paul Street West. Arrive by car bus train plane Hamilton International Airport, Pearson International Airport (Toronto), and Buffalo International Airport (Buffalo, NY) are the closest commercial airports. Niagara District Airport in Niagara-onthe-Lake is primarily for private and charter aircraft. Airbus and taxi service are available from all airports. Fly GTA: Visit for information on how to easily fly into or out of Niagara! Arrive by If you are boating or sailing into St. Catharines, the city has many marinas offering transient docking and repair facilities. Port Dalhousie Harbour Transient dockage available. Dalhousie Yacht Club ext. 24 Port Dalhousie Pier Marina 80 Lighthouse Road St. Catharines St. Catharines Marina 200 Broadway Avenue St. Catharines Come from 40 miles from Buffalo. Cross at the Peace Bridge, Rainbow Bridge or the Queenston/ Lewiston Bridge, follow the QEW towards Toronto. Exit at Ontario Street for downtown St. Catharines. Come from 230 miles from Detroit. Follow the Detroit Windsor tunnel to Canada and continue on your route to Niagara. Visitors to boat New York State Michigan State Canada There are 4 border crossings #OURHOMESTC entering from the US to Niagara. For more information: visit cbsa-asfc.gc.ca or call toll-free For American customs information: visit travel.state.gov or cbp.gov. St. Catharines Transit 2012 First St. Louth St. Catharines Transit offers an affordable reliable and safe means of transportation throughout the city. For all transit information, visit our website (Out of town service: ) yourbus.com Niagara Region Transit 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold Niagara Region Transit provides frequent affordable intermunicipal bus service between St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Welland, Fort Erie, and Port Colborne year-round. Visit our website to plan your route ext niagararegion.ca/transit GO Transit Offering bus service daily from Toronto through to Niagara Falls stopping at the Fairview Mall. For fares and schedules call GET. ON.GO ( ). Ticket sales hours (Sat, Sun & Holiday Mon, 8:30am - 12:30pm) applicable when Niagara Seasonal train service operates every weekend and Holiday between July and September. Tickets are available at the ticket vending machine for all other services GET.ON.GO ( ) gotransit.com FOR ACCESSIBLE ATTRACTIONS AND ACCOMMODATIONS VISIT 9

10 #OURHOMESTC important local information VISITOR'S INFORMATION ONTARIO TOURISM INFORMATION CENTRE Located by the Garden City Skyway. Accessible from westbound QEW or York Road. Currency exchange on site. 251 York Road, Niagara-on-the- Lake t or ONTARIO ( ) w. ontariotravel.net TOURISM PARTNERSHIP OF NIAGARA w. visitniagaracanada.com CITY OF PORT COLBORNE Port Colborne offers a thriving festival and entertainment scene that includes live theatre, white sand beaches, culinary favourites, the worldclass Sugarloaf Marina, fishing, golfing, recreation and unique shopping districts. t w. portcolborne.ca CITY OF THOROLD Stay in Thorold and experience a city that lives to the beat of its own rhythm - a little bluesy and a lot friendly. From fine boutiques to eateries, Thorold s historical downtown will surprise you with newly restored buildings adding quaint heritage flair to Front Street. Colourful new facades, renovated storefronts and bike-friendly amenities. Visitors looking for a unique old town shopping experience will find the 10 tourismstcatharines.ca casual and friendly beat a welcome change. 50 Chapel Street South, Thorold w. thorold.ca TWENTY VALLEY TOURISM ASSOCIATION Niagara s Twenty Valley encompasses Beamsville, Vineland and Jordan offering unique experiences from signature wine touring at any of our 35 premium wineries to exquisite boutique shopping. Premier golf courses, heritage sites, museums, art galleries and a variety of accommodation options are all nestled in the heart of Twenty Valley s rural, yet sophisticated wine country. Twenty Valley hosts wine themed events year round including; Wrapped Up in the Valley, Get Fresh in the Valley and Winter WineFest Victoria Avenue North t w. twentyvalley.ca ST. CATHARINES MUSEUM AND WELLAND CANALS CENTRE AT LOCK 3 Explore the City s heritage and enjoy the day watching ships transit the Welland Canal in a tranquil park-like setting. Open daily year round. t w. stcatharines.ca TRANSPORTATION CENTRAL TAXI With the largest taxi fleet in the region, we can quickly find cabs close to you. Less wait time and reliable, secure service. 24 hours a day. Book your next taxi with our app at centralniagara.com or you can text message us your location and we will pick you up. 36 Wright Street, Unit 1 t w. centralniagara.com COVENTRY TRANSPORTATION Driving Experiences with Black Car Transportation, Limousine and Airport Transfer, providing the finest transportation across the beautiful Niagara Region. 36 Wright Street, Unit 1 t w. coventrytransportation.com NIAGARA AIRBUS Door-to-door Airport Service to Toronto International and Toronto Island Airports, Hamilton, Buffalo and Niagara District Airport. 24 hour stress free service, your only travel guarantee. Book online for early bird fares and save 5% on bookings over 72hrs. Corporate and groups welcome. No matter your transportation requirements, check with Niagara Airbus! 8626 Lundy s Lane t or w. niagaraairbus.com ST. CATHARINES TRANSIT COMMISSION Providing safe, reliable and fully accessible bus service First Street Louth t w. yourbus.com

11 POLICE /EMERGENCIES #OURHOMESTC NIAGARA REGIONAL POLICE Non-Emergencies/ General Inquiries t POLICE - FIRE - AMBULANCE t. 911 EMERGENCY VET CLINIC NIAGARA VETERINARY EMERGENCY CLINIC 3300 Merrittville Hwy #1A t w. niagaravetemerg.ca MUNICIPAL & GOVERNMENT OFFICES CITY HALL 50 Church St. t HOSPITAL NIAGARA HEALTH SYSTEM 1200 Fourth Avenue t PASSPORT CANADA 221 Glendale Ave. t SERVICE ONTARIO 350 Scott St. or 301 St. Paul St. t or 11

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13 NIAGARA GREEK FESTIVAL HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS Festivals AUSMOSIS & EVENTS World-class sporting events, art installations and exhibits, plus wine, craft beer and culinary events, locals and visitors from around the world come to St. Catharines to enjoy unique celebrations here in Niagara. Home to the oldest folk arts festival, the largest wine festival in Canada and a one-of-a-kind Icewine festival. St. Catharines invites you to experience year-round festival fun! JOHNNY REID

14 FESTIVALS + EVENTS February HOT TALKS: SHARILYN INGRAM AND WAYNE MORGAN FEBRUARY 11 RODMAN HALL ART CENTRE t w. brocku.ca/rodmanhall SCOTTIES TOURNAMENT OF HEARTS FEBRUARY w. curling.ca/2017scotties SHAUN MAJUMDER FEBRUARY 25 FIRSTONTARIO PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE In a few short years, the hilarious Gemini-winning actor/comedian Shaun Majumder has blossomed into one of Canada s top comedians. A cast member on This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Majumder provides viewers with a volatile mix of parody, sketch comedy, and scathing editorial commentary. Equally at home on stage as he is in front of the camera, Majumder s incessant wit never ceases to entertain. t w. firstontariopac.ca March HOT TALKS: DONNA AKREY MARCH 2 RODMAN HALL ART CENTRE t w. brocku.ca/rodmanhall STEW CUP MARCH 4 HENRY OF PELHAM FAMILY ESTATE WINERY t w. henryofpelham.com ST. PATRICK S DAY MARCH 17 LOCK STREET BREWERY 15 LOCK ST. Celebrate St. Patrick s Day at a truly authentic brewery, built in one of Ontario s oldest bars! Feel the traditions come alive, that so many have felt before. Try the delicious Irish pairings! t w. lockstreet.ca RHYTHM OF THE DANCE MARCH 18 FIRSTONTARIO PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE A new era in Irish entertainment that features an incredible spectacle of world champion dancers, a traditional Irish band and the Young Irish Tenors. From the disciplined Celtic step to the sensual, ancient Sean Nos dance style, it s been internationally rated as one of the most popular dance shows by critics and millions of fans around the world. t w. firstontariopac.ca TERRI CLARK MARCH 23 FIRSTONTARIO PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE Country music sensation Terri Clark has a voice to be reckoned with. The only Canadian woman to be a member of the Grand Ole Opry, Clark is an 8-time Canadian Country Music Award Entertainer of the Year and 5-time Female Vocalist of the Year, plus holds six number one singles in Canada and the USA. t w. firstontariopac.ca TERRI CLARK April ONTARIO MAPLE WEEKEND APRIL 1 & 2 WHITE MEADOWS FARMS t w. whitemeadowsfarms.com SUGAR BUSH TREK APRIL 1 & 2 WHITE MEADOWS FARMS Guided tours to learn the history and process of making maple syrup. 1-1/2 to 2 hour tour begins and ends with a wagon ride to and from the Sugar Bush, an informative guided walk, rolling your own 14 tourismstcatharines.ca

15 Maple Taffy-on-snow, cutting your own branded wood piece. Every 1/2 hour from 10am-3pm. t w. whitemeadowsfarms.com JUST FOR LAUGHS ROAD SHOW APRIL 2 FIRSTONTARIO PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE Now entering its 14 th year, The Just For Laughs Road Show features some of the best stand-up comedians straight from the world s largest and most prestigious comedy festival. Get ready for a night of sidesplitting comedy with an always stellar lineup. t w. firstontariopac.ca GET FRESH - WINERY PASSPORT PROGRAM APRIL 8 & 9, 22 & 23, 29 & 30 NIAGARA S TWENTY VALLEY Join us as we celebrate spring in Niagara s Twenty Valley. Your passport entitles you to sample new vintage aromatic wines paired with fresh spring flavours from some of the area s top chefs at up to 25 premium wineries. Spend the weekend or just for the day. Passport Required. t w. twentyvalley.ca GET FRESH - WINERY PASSPORT PROGRAM FULL MOON GHOST WALKS APRIL 11 OCTOBER 28 DOWNTOWN ST. CATHARINES Take an eerie stroll through Downtown St. Catharines and explore history and haunted tales under the magic of the full moon. Tickets are $10 each; advance ticket purchase is required. April 11, May 10, June 9, July 9, August 7, September 6, October 5, October t w. mydowntown.ca THE ORIGINAL HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS: NEVER GROW UP APRIL 20 MERIDIAN CENTRE t w. meridiancentre.com IN THE SOIL ARTS FESTIVAL APRIL DOWNTOWN ST.CATHARINES A 3-day celebration of the region s distinct contemporary arts and culture, featuring over 150 acts and more than 650 artists. Artists from Niagara and across Canada take over downtown St. Catharines for a jam-packed program of live music, theatre, dance, film, streetscape art and family friendly events. Dig it! t w. inthesoil.on.ca YOU ARE HERE FESTIVALS + EVENTS May PRIDE NIAGARA MAY JUNE DOWNTOWN ST.CATHARINES A series of events to celebrate sexual and gender diversity and supporters in Niagara. w. prideniagara.com 49 TH ANNUAL NIAGARA FOLK ARTS FESTIVAL MAY 5 28 DOWNTOWN ST. CATHARINES Celebrate World Culture at Canada s oldest continually running heritage festival through music, food, dance, performing arts and interactive activities throughout the month of May. Free and ticketed events. t ext 230 w. folk-arts.ca STAND UP PADDLE SOCIAL NIGHT MAY 10 OCTOBER 11 LAKESIDE BEACH Come try stand up paddle boarding, every Wednesday night from May 10th till October 11 th from 6 to 9 pm. Come enjoy an evening paddle, instructors on 15

16 FESTIVALS + EVENTS Free if you have your own board or rent $25.00 per board. Show up or call ahead to reserve. t w. ausmosis.ca HANDMADE MARKET AT 13 TH STREET WINERY MAY 12 & FOURTH AVE. t w. 13thstreetwinery.com DISCOVER MAPLE TOURS (WEEKENDS) MAY 20 OCTOBER 9 WHITE MEADOWS FARMS t w. whitemeadowsfarms.com CULTURAL CULINARY CRAWL DOWNTOWN ST. CATHARINES Enjoy the culinary diversity Downtown St. Catharines has at the 2017 Cultural Culinary Crawl. $35 gets you a guided walking tour of Downtown St. Catharines while enjoying a variety of distinct food experiences along the way. t w. folk-arts.ca/festival 13 TH STREET WINERY BURGER DAY CELEBRATION MAY TH STREET WINERY 1776 FOURTH AVE. t w. 13thstreetwinery.com JUMP-UP MAY 27 DOWNTOWN ST. CATHARINES Downtown St. Catharines will be hoping and jamming with the Reggae beat and food with heat. Back again, this family fan favourite offers the sounds and foods of the Caribbean. t ext 230 w. folk-arts.ca/festival June NIAGARA VEGFEST WEEKEND JUNE 3 & 4 1 1/2 EDMUND ST June 3 & 4 is the 6 th annual Niagara VegFest! On June 3 join us for a wine tour featuring vegan culinary delights, and on June 4 plan to be at Market Square to take in the great food, vendors, speakers, and more! t w. niagaravegfest.com GRAPES OF WRATH JUNE 10 w. cancer.ca/ grapesofwrathniagara STAND UP PADDLE BOARD DEMO DAY JUNE 11 LAKESIDE PARK BEACH Come out and try our beautiful line of fully hand made Ausmosis paddle boards. Years of experience are highlighted in these ultra light hand shaped paddleboards. Sunday June 11 th from 12pm till 4pm come experience the difference handcrafted makes. See ya on the water. t w. ausmosis.ca NIAGARA HOMEGROWN WINE FESTIVAL JUNE Join us for the most unique wine and food event live in the vines with fabulous entertainment and a truly Canadian experience for any wine lover. Included in the celebrations is the New Vintage Discovery Pass program featuring special events and tastings at Niagara wineries. t w. niagarawinefestival.com HOMEGROWN TD TAILGATE PARTY JUNE 17 On the eve of the Summer Solstice, one of the longest days of the year, over 35 Niagara Wineries will celebrate the start of the new vintage. Kick off the celebrations with a casual evening featuring VQA wines, fresh produce and farm-totable favourites set in a beautiful Niagara vineyard. t w. niagarawinefestival.com 16 tourismstcatharines.ca

17 THE NORM FOSTER THEATRE FESTIVAL JUNE 21 AUGUST 18 FIRSTONTARIO PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE t w. fosterfestival.com 20 TH ANNUAL SUMMER SOLSTICE DRUMMING DOWN THE SUN JUNE 21 LAKESIDE PARK BEACH Celebrate on the sandy shores of Lakeside Park beach. 7pm yoga (bring mat), 8pm drumming and dancing till sunset! t w. niagaranaturetours.ca July BACK-TO-BACO JULY 1 3 HENRY OF PELHAM FAMILY ESTATE WINERY t w. henryofpelham.com DOWNTOWN CLASSIC CAR SHOW JULY 8 DOWNTOWN ST. CATHARINES Stroll down memory lane during the 15 th Annual Downtown Classic Car Show THE NORM FOSTER THEATRE FESTIVAL while enjoying the many shops and restaurants in Downtown St. Catharines. Hundreds of classic and custom cars on display along with live entertainment and family friendly activities. Free admission for classic car owners and attendees. t w. mydowntown.ca INTERNATIONAL COOL CLIMATE CHARDONNAY CELEBRATION JULY NIAGARA Join 61 winemakers from around the world as they gather in Niagara for a weekend of wine and culinary events. Explore up to 159 wines from 9 countries or opt for more intimate tastings and seminars in cellars and vineyards. Also at select events: Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Gamay. w. coolchardonnay.org FESTIVALS + EVENTS August CITY OF PORT COLBORNE, CANAL DAYS MARINE HERITAGE FESTIVAL AUGUST 4 7 THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF PORT COLBORNE Celebrate the height of summer and Niagara s rich marine heritage at Canal Days Marine Heritage Festival. Explore historic tall ships, cruise Lake Erie, car show, kite show, craft show, lighthouse tours, and spend the night at a great outdoor concert. Don t miss the spectacular fireworks over the Welland Canal. t w. 17

18 FESTIVALS + EVENTS 135 TH ROYAL CANADIAN HENLEY REGATTA AUGUST 6 13 PORT DALHOUSIE Cheer on the crews at Canada s oldest North America s largest rowing event. t (only active during event) w. henleyregatta.ca ROYAL CANADIAN HENLEY REGATTA YOU ARE HERE FACER EUROPEAN FESTIVAL AUGUST 7 FACER STREET w. facereuropeanfestival.jigsy.com SUMMER DOWNTOWN D LISH AUGUST DOWNTOWN ST. CATHARINES RESTAURANTS Indulge in delicious meals at a great value at participating Downtown St. Catharines restaurants offering special 3-course fixed-price lunch and dinner menus, ranging from $15 to $40. Reservations required with the restaurants. t w. mydowntown.ca CHARCUTERIE IN THE VINEYARD AUGUST 12 HENRY OF PELHAM FAMILY ESTATE WINERY t w. henryofpelham.com 18 tourismstcatharines.ca

19 September NIAGARA GREEK FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 1 4 GREEK COMMUNITY OF NIAGARA FESTIVAL GROUNDS t w. niagaragreekfestival.com GUIDED SPIRIT WALKS SEPTEMBER 8, 9, 15, 16 VICTORIA LAWN CEMETERY Reservations are required and can be made through contacting the St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre at Lock 3. Walks are offered on Fridays and Saturdays. t w. stcatharinesmuseum.ca NIAGARA GRAPE & WINE FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 9 24 Join our 66 th annual Wine Country celebration of Niagara s internationally acclaimed grape and wine industry for three weekends in September. Enjoy more than 100 events including winery tours and tastings, concerts, Niagara cuisine, wine seminars, family entertainment and one of Canada s largest street parades. t w. niagarawinefestival.com HANDMADE MARKET AT 13 TH STREET WINERY SEPTEMBER 15 & FOURTH AVENUE t w. 13thstreetwinery.com CULTURE DAYS SEPTEMBER 29 OCTOBER 1 ST. CATHARINES Free Your Inner Artist during Culture Days! Local artists and organizations invite you to roll up your sleeves for fun, creative, and free events across St. Catharines. An exciting weekend to try something new. t ext 5229 w. stcatharines.ca/culturedays October BALL S FALLS THANKSGIVING FESTIVAL OCTOBER 1 BALL S FALLS 42 nd Annual! This festival has become a favourite tradition for families and visitors who come from far and wide! FESTIVALS + EVENTS Features artisans displaying and selling creative wares such as pottery, paintings and jewellery. In addition to artisans look for a variety of food, children s activities and the Twenty Valley wine garden. t w. thanksgivingfestival.ca CANAL BANK SHUFFLE OCTOBER HOLY ROSARY HALL Every October Thorold paints the town blue! For four days, music-lovers shuffle around town, catching the best blues musicians at the annual Canal Bank Shuffle Blues Festival. It has a fantastic reputation hosting first-class musicians performing blues from authentic acoustic standards to smoking rock guitar riffs and everything in between. t w. 19

20 FESTIVALS + EVENTS OCTOBER GHOST WALKS OCTOBER DOWNTOWN ST. CATHARINES Lurking spirits cause the shivers one experiences when hearing ghost stories. Explore the history and haunted tales of our downtown core on these nightly guided walking tours. Tickets are $10 each and must be purchased in advance. Group discounts are available. t w. mydowntown.ca OCTOBERFEST OCTOBER 14 LOCK STREET BREWERY 15 LOCK ST. Come celebrate Octoberfest with us. Enjoy authentic German food pairings from our bistro and enjoy music in the true tradition of this celebration of real beer. Learn how beer is made, taste your favourites and take part in a brewery tour. t w. lockstreet.ca 29 TH ANNUAL PUMPKINVILLE OCTOBER 14 A free family event held at Happy Rolph s Animal Farm. The day includes pumpkin carving and scarecrow building contests, children s entertainment, face painting, crafts and more. 10am 2pm. t w. stcatharines.ca TOMORROW S MEMORIES START TONIGHT Quality, comfort and value are three key ingredients that make The St. Catharines Keg the perfect place to enjoy a night out. 344 Glendale Avenue tourismstcatharines.ca

21 November WRAPPED UP IN THE VALLEY NOVEMBER 11 & 12, 18 & & 26 NIAGARA S TWENTY VALLEY Winery Passport Program. Join us for your choice of three weekends of exceptional wine and food pairings at 25 premium Twenty Valley wineries. Wrapped Up is the perfect way to explore the wineries, have a little fun with friends and stock up on some great local wines for the holidays. t w. twentyvalley.ca December HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE DECEMBER 3 HENRY OF PELHAM FAMILY ESTATE WINERY t w. henryofpelham.com January 2018 TWENTY VALLEY WINTER WINEFEST - WINE AND CULINARY VILLAGE JANUARY 12 14, 2018 JORDAN VILLAGE Enjoy a sweet, sparkling and sensational winter weekend on the streets of the Jordan Village. The weekend is full of amazing VQA s red, white and sparkling wines and Icewines as well as, savoury dishes, celebrity chef demonstrations, winemakers challenges, fashion shows and a fantastic evening street party with entertainment. t w. twentyvalley.ca TWENTY VALLEY WINTER WINEFEST YOU ARE HERE NIAGARA ICEWINE FESTIVAL JANUARY For three weekends in January the Niagara region is transformed into a wintry wonderland, celebrating one of Canada s most cherished products, Ontario Icewine. From the Xerox Gala evening, to wine and food pairings, outdoor activities to roasting icewine marshmallows along the famed wine route, the 23rd edition of the Niagara Icewine Festival offers plenty for every taste. t w. niagarawinefestival.com XEROX ICEWINE GALA JANUARY 12 One of Ontario s most luxurious wine and culinary events held at the Fallsview FESTIVALS + EVENTS Casino Resort. Order your tickets now for a spectacular evening of Niagara cuisine, live entertainment and Niagara s top wineries showcasing Canada s largest tasting of internationally acclaimed VQA Icewine and table wines. t w. niagarawinefestival.com YOU ARE HERE See + Do Check out meridiancentre.com for year round sports, entertainment & events. Stroll the downtown with a self-guided heritage walk. Visit mydowntown.ca for more events from the ever popular Ghost Walks to local dining 21

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23 FESTIVALS + EVENTS CANADA! CELEBRATING 150 YEARS VINTAGE #STCM: 50 YEARS OF THE ST. CATHARINES MUSEUM: JANUARY 1 - DECEMBER 31, 2017 St. Catharines Museum HEROES IN PEACE: BUILDING THE WELLAND SHIP CANAL OPENS APRIL 15, 2017 St. Catharines Museum DOORS OPEN ST. CATHARINES JUNE 24 Various locations. Doors Open St Catharines opens our best local treasures to the public free-of-charge on Saturday, June 24, CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS JULY 1, 12PM 4PM Rennie Park, 60 Lakeport Rd. DOMINION DAY PICNIC JULY 1, 11AM 2PM St. Catharines Museum ONE-FIVE-OH! OPENS JULY 1, 2017 St. Catharines Museum CELEBRATION OF NATIONS / CÉLÉBRATION DES NATIONS SEPTEMBER 8 10 A celebration of Indigenous arts and culture music, dance, theatre, storytelling, crafts and food. For more information on all events, please visit: stcatharines.ca/canada150 or tourismstcatharines.ca

24 RETAIL & SHOPPING YOU ARE HERE Located in the heart of St. Catharines, historic downtown is a hub of shops, boutiques, cafés, pubs, bistros and amazing international cuisine to suit every palate. Heritage sites, art galleries, gardens and parks are all just walking distance from each other. Find records, books, antiques, jewellery and more, guaranteed to delight the young and young at heart. From the Fairview Mall to the Pen Centre, to the Outlet Collection at Niagara, there are plenty of ways to shop till you drop! Please flip to page 38 for a complete Downtown Shopping Directory. 24 tourismstcatharines.ca

25 RETAIL + SHOPPING AUSMOSIS SURF SUP APPAREL 15 Lock St. Ausmosis Surf Sup Apparel. Southern Ontario s only surf shop. We offer fine mens and womens apparel for all your beach/yoga and resort wear needs. We also offer stand up board rentals, lessons and sales of our very own handmade boards. We live what we sell. t w. ausmosis.ca FIRST CAPITAL REALTY INC. FAIRVIEW MALL 285 Geneva Street Fairview Mall offers over 60 retail shops and services including Walmart, Zehrs, Chapters, Sport Chek, LCBO, Winners, Dollarama and IKEA Pick-Up and Order Point. Enjoy a tasty meal in our Food Court or at Swiss Chalet. Easily accessible from the QEW exit at Lake Street in St. Catharines. t w. fairviewmallstcatharines.com THE PEN CENTRE 221 Glendale Avenue Located at 406 & Glendale Avenue the Pen Centre is your onestop destination for food, fashion and entertainment. t w. thepencentre.com THE PEN CENTRE Downtown Shopping Catch a great flick at the Film House after shopping at the many boutiques on James Street and St. Paul Street. Find the perfect gift for that special someone at one of the exceptional gift boutiques. Add the finishing touch to your favourite room at home with a great find from a downtown home décor store. Worked up an appetite? Stop in at the most popular donut store in the region! No change for the parking meter? No problem! Free parking at City lots, garages and meters on Saturdays and Sundays. 285 Geneva Street, St. Catharines Geneva Street at the QEW 25

26 wine& Anyone who has tasted a freshly picked, perfectly ripe peach season or sipped a glass of Niagara s award-winning VQA knows that we grow some of the best tender fruit and produce in the world. With ideal soil conditions and a temperate climate, the CULINARY farm-to-table philosophy is a longstanding tradition. There are so many simple pleasures to celebrate from farmer s markets to a visit to a downtown café or pub. For authentic ethnic cuisine or a gourmet food and craft beer pairing, St. Catharines looks forward to welcoming you to our table to raise a glass! Cheers! 26 tourismstcatharines.ca

27 Wine 13 TH STREET WINERY 1776 Fourth Avenue Visit our new Tasting Bar & Wine Boutique and enjoy our exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of Niagara. Relax on our verandah with a glass of wine. Explore our magnificent grounds and discover our vineyards, gardens and permanent sculptures. Pick up some delicious treats at our onsite Bakery. t w. 13thstreetwinery.com HENRY OF PELHAM FAMILY ESTATE WINERY 1469 Pelham Road From the novice to the aficionado, Henry of Pelham has something for everyone! Taste award-winning wines in our historic tasting room, visit our underground barrel cellar, or have lunch at the Coach House Cafa. Daily tour: 1:30pm May-Nov or by appointment. Cafa hours: Victoria Day to Canadian Thanksgiving, Thurs-Mon, 11:30am-5:00pm. t w. henryofpelham.com YOU ARE HERE WINE + CULINARY ROCKWAY VINEYARDS ROCKWAY VINEYARDS GOLF.WINE.DINE 3290 Ninth Street Breathtaking views, championship golf as well as award-winning wines and delicious food can all be experienced at one location. Rockway Vineyards is Ontario s only winery with an 18-hole championship golf course. Three unforgettable experiences, one unique destination. Open to the public, groups welcome. t w. rockwayvineyards.net HARVEST ESTATE WINES 1179 Fourth Avenue Is truly a hidden gem nestled inside Harvest Barn, a fresh fruit and vegetable market complete with a bakery and deli. Open year round seven days a week, we offer complimentary tastings daily of our award-winning wines surrounded by a unique boutique shop. t w. harvestwines.com 13 TH STREET WINERY HERNDER ESTATE WINES th Avenue The Hernder family welcomes you to visit their perfectly restored 1867 Victorian barn housing a full winery, banquet facilities and licensed patios. Open year round, seven days a week for you to come taste their award winning VQA wine and icewine. Tour their winery with a reservation year round. t w. hernder.com HENRY OF PELHAM LOCK STREET BREWING COMPANY 15 Lock Street Lock Street Brewing Company is located in the heart of Old Port Dalhousie. We are dedicated to brewing quality beers for the hard working men and women of Southern Ontario. Enjoy fine pairings from our bistro and beer tastings to please any palate, with fine selections of beers to go! t w. 27

28 WINE + CULINARY Culinary 13 TH STREET BAKERY 1776 Fourth Avenue Enjoy seasonal fresh baked goods (made on-site) and an assortment of jams, jellies and preserves featuring local Niagara produce. Savour our famous butter tarts while you stroll the winery grounds and take home a freshly baked pie. Pick up some delicious Ontario artisanal cheeses, gourmet food items and unique gifts. t w. 13thstreetwinery.com 13 TH STREET BAKERY CHINA EMERALD BUFFET 143 Hartzel Road St. Catharines award-winning Chinese & Canadian buffet. Featuring over 100 items. Monday-Saturday lunch $9.99. Sunday lunch $ Dinner starting at $12.99, serving roast beef, BBQ ribs, etc. Kids menu available. Take out and delivery. Great food and close to Niagara Falls, NOTL, Pen Centre and more. Coaches/groups welcome! t w. chinaemeraldbuffet.com JOHNNY ROCCO S ITALIAN GRILL 271 Merritt Street 6889 Lundy s Lane From Italian Classics to Modern Favourites there is something for everyone at Johnny Rocco s. Ample parking available at both locations with easy access to 406 and QEW. Private areas available for parties from people. Event menus available online. Reservations recommended for parties of 7 or more. t w. johnnyroccos.com LA SCALA RISTORANTE 9 Queen Street In the heart of downtown St. Catharines. Offering many Italian recipes that are generations old. Freshness and local content is important and is complemented with VQA wines from our extensive list. Wednesday nights are Tapas Night. Lunch and dinner menus and date nights! Open Monday-Friday lunch 11:30am-2:30pm and 7 days nightly at 5pm. t w. lascalaristorante.ca SPICY THAI RESTAURANT 208 Church Street Since 1989, Spicy Thai Restaurant has been a dining destination for all occasions with a menu YOU ARE HERE that offers something to please every palate. Experience Thai traditional style seating in the cozy dining room, or call for carry out or delivery. t w. spicythai.ca GEORGE S GREEK VILLAGE 535 Queenston Street Come and visit us at our newly renovated restaurant. Very well known in local circles for its breathtaking location which overlooks the Welland Canal and the many passing Great Lakes Steamships. Come and experience authentic Greek cuisine with great portions at a great price and great service. OPA!! t w. georgesgreekvillage.com THE BLUE MERMAID 10 Market Street Succulent seafood and fine seafood since Located in downtown St. Catharines near the Market Square. Enjoy a romantic dinner in our dining room or a group event in our private room (groups up to 50 people). After your meal, enjoy an after dinner aperitif in our lounge. t or 66 w. thebluemermaid.com 28 tourismstcatharines.ca

29 WINE + CULINARY STREET WINERY Enjoy our unique blend of wine, food & art ~ in Niagara s wine country.. WINE TASTING. BAKERY & CAFÉ. ART & SCULPTURE COLLECTION. SEASONAL PATIO 1776 Fourth Avenue Niagara Wine Country 29

30 WINE + CULINARY Harvest City Ad. v2.qxp_harvest City Ad Fine VQA & Fruit Wines Open 7 days a Week Year Round Visit our Wine Boutique and Gift Shop conveniently located at Harvest Barn at the corner of First Street & Fourth Ave Fourth Ave. St. Catharines (905) TONIGHT IS TODAY S REWARD Quality, comfort and value are three key ingredients that make The St. Catharines Keg the perfect place to enjoy a night out. 344 Glendale Avenue tourismstcatharines.ca

31 THE KEG STEAKHOUSE + BAR 344 Glendale Avenue Located in the historic Cotton Mill building, The Keg is home to friendly, knowledgeable staff, a casual atmosphere and mouth-watering steaks. Classic cocktails, delicious appetizers, succulent seafood, and an outstanding wine list round out the menu. Beautiful landscaped patio during summer months. Mon-Thu: 4-11pm, Fri: 4pm - midnight, Sat: 3pm - midnight, Sun: 3-10pm. t w. kegsteakhouse.com WELLINGTON COURT RESTAURANT 11 Wellington Street Located in the heart of downtown St. Catharines Wellington Court Restaurant + Catering offers modern market fresh Canadian cuisine with an ever changing menu featuring seasonal items. The wine list is focused on Niagara gems. A labour of love for Erik + Dale Peacock, this restaurant is a must while visiting the region. t w. wellington-court.com YOU ARE HERE WINE + CULINARY WHITE MEADOWS FARMS 2519 Effingham Street, Pelham Enjoy the best tasting Maple Syrup in Niagara. Gourmet items, made with pure maple syrup: BBQ Sauce, Maple Herb Dressing, Maple Red Pepper Jelly to name a few. A healthy alternative to other sweeteners. Do a tasting to determine which grade is best for you. Shop open year round. t w. whitemeadowsfarms.com WHITE MEADOWS FARMS GRAPE AND WINE NIAGARA TOURS INC. 758 Niagara Stone Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake Daily afternoon decadent lunch and gourmet dinner tours with pick up and return to your hotel in Niagara Falls, and NOTL. Specialty custom culinary tours for groups of 30 or more by coach from Oakville, Toronto and Kitchener area. Free parking at our location. Certificate of Excellence! t w. grapeandwinetours.com NEW WORLD WINE TOURS Lower Ossington Ave, Toronto From Toronto, to Niagara, or PEC, immerse yourself in Ontario s wine regions with an intimate boutique tour. Meet wine-makers and discover the stories of the families who craft our wine. We will introduce you to the best wines of the region on an all day experience - dining and tasting! Cheers! t w. 31

32 WINE + CULINARY Welcome to Daily tastings & weekend tours. Large groups and buses welcome with notice. Lunch or dinner options available. Browse our website for corporate and wedding packages. Open 7 days a week year round. w w w. h e r n d e r. c o m th Avenue, West St. Catharines (905) YOU ARE HERE tourismstcatharines.ca

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34 St. Catharines, l a c o l Buy RESH! EAT F T he St. Catharines Market has been an important element of the City s social and economic landscape since the early 1860 s. Nestled next to the historic Courthouse and City Hall at the corner of King and James in the heart of Downtown St. Catharines. Expect the best in Niagara Cuisine as our vendors delight in offering unsurpassed variety, quality and freshness. 34 tourismstcatharines.ca Open: 3 DAYS A WEEK. YEAR ROUND. TUESDAY THURSDAY SATURDAY 6AM 2PM FreeatPuradrakying S

35 The Market Discovery Table A hands-on discovery table featuring a different farm theme each week on Saturdays June through October. Themes include: making butter, creating seed mosaics, honey tasting, market searches, vegetables, apples, pears and so much more! Fun facts: Since the Market began in the early 1860 s it has remained in the same location and is still open on the same days and times 11 local farmers bring local produce weekly st. catharines farmer s market 91 King Street t ext 1508 w. stcatharines.ca/farmersmarket MUSIC IN THE SQUARE Local bands take the stage from June through October every Saturday 11am -1:30pm. CHRISTMAS IN THE MARKET Add some seasonal cheer to your holiday shopping with a horse and carriage ride all while sipping delicious free hot apple cider from Devries Farms 18 different bands take the stage and feature music from genres such as country, rock, 50s, 60s, 70s, swing and more Over 900 cups of cider are poured each 35

36 WINE + CULINARY taste play shop stay Events in Twenty Valley: Save the date Winter WineFest: Janaury 13-15, 2017 Get Fresh: April 2017 Wrapped Up: November 2017 twentyvalley.ca Rockway Vineyards is Ontario s ONLY Winery with an 18-Hole Championship Golf Course. Start your experience at Ninth Street Louth, R.R. #1, St. Catharines, ON L2R 6P Tee Times tourismstcatharines.ca

37 St. Catharines Downtown Association presents SHOP DINE PLAY 2017 Downtown Guide and Directory Court House Downtown St. Catharines City Hall Market Square Library Post Office Bus Terminal Meridian Centre FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine & Performing Arts FREE MUNICIPAL PARKING AFTER 6PM (MONDAY TO FRIDAY) AND ALL DAY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY AT ALL LOTS/GARAGES AND ON-STREET METERS. Parking charges may apply on evenings and weekends during some downtown events. Visit mydowntown.ca to sign up for our monthly events newsletter twitter.com/scdowntownassoc

38 SHOP AutomotiVe SerViCeS Budget Car & Truck Rental 436 St. Paul Street Community CarShare Market Square DriveAgain 27 William Street John Harris Auto Sales 87 Ontario Street Klammer Motorsports 4 St. Paul Street W Rizzardo s Auto Service 24 St. Paul Crescent Sunny Way Driving School 288 St. Paul Street, #2B BAnkS & trust CompAnieS Bank of Montreal 31 King Street CIBC - Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce 45 King Street Meridian Credit Union 106 King Street National Bank Financial Wealth Management 40 King Street Royal Bank of Canada 80 King Street Scotiabank 185 St. Paul Street TD Canada Trust 31 Queen Street TD Canada Trust Commercial Banking 40 King Street TD Wealth Financial Planning 31 Queen Street ClothinG & FootweAr Annette s Bridal Store 469 St. Paul Street Auds N Ends Consignment Boutique 32 James Street Ballett s Bridal 449 St. Paul Street Boot Shop Ltd. (The) 46 James Street Collins Formal 61 Geneva Street Dinomite Deals 11 Geneva Street Erroll s Shoe & Luggage Repair 60 St. Paul Street Fashion Alterations / Manor Dry Cleaners 71 King Street Herzog s Menswear 449 St. Paul Street Lousje & Bean 39 James Street Lucia Fashion & Beauty 1 King Street Mixed Styles 19 King Street Out of the Past 340 St. Paul Street Rock Universe 73 St. Paul Street Second Dance Bridal Boutique 122 St. Paul Street Spiritwear Promotions 410 St. Paul Street Verity 30 St. Paul Street ConVenienCe StoreS Christopher s Smoke & Gift Shop 26 James Street King & Academy Variety 169 King Street Kitchen Food Fair Convenience 70 James Street Pony Mini Mart 321 St. Paul Street St. Paul Variety & Grocery 411 St. Paul Street electronics Gibby s Electronic Supermarket 55 Geneva Street Miki Wireless and Electronics 306 St. Paul Street Sandham Electric Ltd. 337 St. Paul Street Furniture & home ACCeSSorieS Critelli s Fine Furniture 126 King Street keepgood co. 283 St. Paul Street MacFrugal s Furniture 353 St. Paul Street Park s Furniture 316 St. Paul Street SBS Furniture 449 St. Paul Street Transitions New Lifestyle Furniture 169 St. Paul Street hair & AeSthetiCS All About You Hair & Beauty Salon 314 St. Paul Street Bang On Hair Salon 1 King Street Beauty Spa (The) 80 King Street, Main Floor Blackbeards Barber Shop 324 St. Paul Street Blush Hair and Colour Group 420 St. Paul Street Classics Hair Salon (The) 75 King Street Fringe Hair & Skin Group 53 Queen Street Headlines 190 King Street Hollywood Hair 18 King Street Lounge Hair & Spa (The) 283 St. Paul Street Paul on St. Paul 1 St. Paul Street Salon Oz 80 King Street, Main Floor Sculptures By Anita 84 St. Paul Street Zoe Anti-Aging Spa & Boutique 20 St. Paul Street Jewellery Frederick s Jewellery 211 St. Paul Street Got Gold Get Cash 146 St. Paul Street Walters Jewellers (Niagara) Ltd. 229 St. Paul Street Williams Jewellers 38 James Street music StoreS & lessons Long & McQuade Musical Instruments 41 Geneva Street Mindbomb Records 27 James Street Niagara Conservatory of Music 23 Centre Street

39 Niagara Records 377 St. Paul Street Ryson s United Studios of Music 5 Court Street SpeCiAlty FooD Beechwood Doughnuts 5 James Street D Lish Tasteful Living 144 St. Paul Street Farmers Market at Market Square 91 King Street Gluten Free Oven (The) 142 St. Paul Street LCBO - Liquor Store 189 King Street Plan B Beer Works 174 St. Paul Street Tony s Fish Market & Oriental Foodmart 379 St. Paul Street SpeCiAlty retail British Boutique (The) 152 St. Paul Street Court Street Pharmacy 9 Court Street Craft Arts Market 160 St. Paul Street Dragon Chess 14 Ontario Street Higher Society 17 King Street King of Trade 216 St. Paul Street King Street Pharmacy 110 King Street Mostly Comics 413 St. Paul Street Phoenix Rising Games & Supplies 325 St. Paul Street Pocket Change 393 St. Paul Street Sandercott and Evans Opticians 30 James Street Toy Trove (The) 27 Ontario Street Vape Cove 1 St. Paul Street, # Watering Can Flower Market (The) 28 James Street Write Bookshop (The) 285 St. Paul Street SportinG & outdoors Board Store (The) 449 St. Paul Street DMZ Paintball and Airsoft 33 Geneva Street Liberty! Bicycles 2 Bond Street Niagara IceDogs 1 IceDogs Way Rapid City Cycle 145 St. Paul Street (rear) St. Catharines Sports Hall of Fame 1 IceDogs Way tattoo & piercing StuDioS Artistic Impressions Tattoo Shop 37 Geneva Street Downtown Saints Tattoo 21 King Street Golden Horseshoe Tattoo Shop 288 St. Paul Street Picture Me Perfect Tattoo Studio 45 James Street Point Blank Tattoo Removal 157 St. Paul Street Studio 4 Tattoo Parlour 157 St. Paul Street Total Modern Tattoos 391 St. Paul Street DINE DininG - licensed Amakara Japan 19 Geneva Street Bansaree Authentic Indian Cuisine 342 St. Paul Street Blue Mermaid Seafood & Steakhouse (The) 10 Market Street Bolete 176 St. Paul Street Bull BBQ Pit (The) 24 St. Paul Street Café Garibaldi / The Savoy Room 375 St. Paul Street Carlisle Café (The) 259 St. Paul Street Chef Mi 104 King Street Dani s Bistro 259 St. Paul Street East Izakaya 129 King Street Fiddler s Pour House 149 St. Paul Street Gord s Place 84 James Street Greek Garden Restaurant 459 St. Paul Street Green Lotus Thai Lao Cuisine 55 St. Paul Street Huong s Kitchen 12 Queen Street Kully s Original Sports Bar 223 St. Paul Street Kwong Chow Restaurant 310 St. Paul Street La Scala Ristorante 9 Queen Street Mahtay Café & Lounge 241 St. Paul Street Mansion House (The) 5 William Street Mele Trattoria 26 Church Street Merchant Ale House 98 St. Paul Street N ata Cosa Ristorante Pizzeria 259 St. Paul Street Office Tap & Grill (The) 22 James Street Patrick Sheehan s Irish Pub 101 St. Paul Street Red Hot Chili Pepper Bar and Grille 1 St. Paul Street Rise Above 120 St. Paul Street Sahla Thai 270 St. Paul Street Saint Paul s Bar & Grill 67 St. Paul Street St. Catharines Club (The) 77 Ontario Street Seasons Sushi 55 Carlisle Street Seoul Korean Cuisine 249 St. Paul Street Sushi Ai 75 St. Paul Street Taste Restaurant (The) 219 St. Paul Street Touch of India Restaurant 126 St. Paul Street

40 U Needa Pita 116 St. Paul Street Wind Japanese Thai 131 King Street Works Gourmet Burger Bistro (The) 60 James Street Zapata Mexican Restaurant 22 Academy Street DininG - unlicensed 905 EATZ Downtown 30 Church Street Bella Noella s Pizza 159 St. Paul Street Bistro on Church 43 Church Street Burrito Boyz 224 St. Paul Street Coffee Culture 196 St. Paul Street Cool Moose Café 71 King Street Encore Café & Bistro 301 St. Paul Street Fine Grind Café 37 James Street Freshii 281 St. Paul Street Graffiti Hot Dogs 80 St. Paul Street Guilty Burger (The) 52 St. Paul Street Helen s Deli 50 James Street Hub Café (The) 80 King Street, Main Floor Jia Yuan Restaurant 22 King Street Kenzo Express 200 St. Paul Street M+M Noodle House 52 St. Paul Street Mandi Grill 45 Geneva Street Michi Ramen 12 King Street Pizza Pizza 137 St. Paul Street Saucy Chicken Express (The) 115 St. Paul Street Savoy Room (The) 375 St. Paul Street Shawarma House 79 King Street Small Batch Co. 204 St. Paul Street Smoke s Poutinerie 10 Summer Street Sub Station (The) and Bus Station Coffee Shop 70 Carlisle Street Subway 168 St. Paul Street Sunset Restaurant 180 St. Paul Street Sweet Street Cafe 54 Church Street (Library Atrium) Tim Hortons Donuts 70 James Street PLAY FitneSS CentreS Downtown Health Club 14 James Street Fight Fit 34 James Street Fulton Fitness 5 Garden Park Girlification Fitness Studio 14 Summer Street Make It Happen Strength & Conditioning 62 St. Paul Street St. Catharines Martial Arts Centre 4 Queen Street, 2nd fl nightlife At Forty Four 44 James Street Detour Music Hall 88 St. Paul Street Karma Lounge 55 St. Paul Street Kaz s St. Paul Street Pub 105 St. Paul Street L3 Nightclub 6 James Street Mikado Bar & Lounge 117 St. Paul Street Warehouse Concert Hall 11 Geneva Street performing ArtS & Art GAllerieS Brock University s Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine & Performing Arts 15 Artists Common Bury the Hatchet 400 St. Paul Street Carousel Players 366 St. Paul Street Chorus Niagara 250 St. Paul Street Essential Collective Theatre 366 St. Paul Street FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre 250 St. Paul Street Foster Festival (The) Administration Office 5 Race Street, 2nd floor Hour St. Catharines (The) 400 St. Paul Street Meridian Centre 1 IceDogs Way Niagara Artists Centre 354 St. Paul Street Niagara Symphony Administration Office 11 Bond Street, # Showtime Comedy and Entertainment 92 St. Paul Street Suitcase In Point Theatre Company 36 James Street TAG Art Gallery 214 King Street tourismstcatharines.ca ST. CATHARINES DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION 80 King Street, Main Floor Downtown St. Catharines mydowntown.ca

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43 Niagara s CRAFT BEER scene GET A TASTE OF what s ON THE LOCAL TAP. With the abundance of boutique-like, local breweries and distilleries popping up all over, it s apparent that the micro movement is alive and well in Niagara. Many offer tasting tours of their small-batch beers, ciders, and spirits, which are often hand-crafted with locally-sourced ingredients. Our brewery guide will help you pick the perfect place to begin. Count on pairing your beverage with a delicious meal at many of the local brew pubs and restaurants, and keep space in your luggage to take home a sample or two. niagaraaletrail niagaraaletrail.com VISIT ONE OF THESE GREAT LOCATIONS YOU ARE 41 43

44 Join us on the Ale Trail to check out Niagara s growing craft beer scene. LAKE ONTARIO Jordan Harbour BENCH BREWING Co. St LINCOLN gh Hi 0 y2 wa TWENTY VALLEY Twenty Fourth Av St. Paul St W Fly Rd Victoria Av St E Grim s by R d Mud Thirty Rd King Jordan Rd Rd St W Mou ntain GRIMSBY Mud Mountain St QEW Eighth Av nty Rd e Tw Mile Rd WEST LINCOLN Highway 20 Vineland Townline Rd Highway 20 ERIE COUNTY WAINFLEET FUNDING PARTNERS PELHAM P

45 EXCHANGE BREWERY NIAGARA OAST HOUSE BREWERS ore St k Rd e ile Cre Four M THE MERCHANT ALE HOUSE NIAGARA COLLEGE TEACHING BREWERY PLAN B BEER WORKS ve le A nda Gle Mountain Rd W QE Fifth St Louth lton Car t tt S Sco Onta rio S t Port Dalhousie NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE Rd L LOCK STREET BREWING Co. SILVERSMITH BREWING Co. Rd Ni ag ar as to ne sh ake ST. CATHARINES Thorold Stone Rd Thorold Townline Rd y2 wa h Hig KAME & KETTLE BEER WORKS SYNDICATE BREWERY TAPS ON QUEEN BREWHOUSE New York State, USA NIAGARA BREWING Co. Lundy s Lane NIAGARA FALLS THOROLD 406 Stevensville Rd PORT COLBORNE W NIAGARA S SOUTH COAST QE Montrose Rd WELLAND dn er dg Ri FORT ERIE Garrison Rd BRIMSTONE BREWING Co. LAKE NIAGARAALETRAIL.COM

46 must-see PERFORMANCES at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre LARRY CARLTON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, :30PM A HOT TICKET presentation. Multi GRAMMY winning American fusion guitarist and composer. REGULAR: $52 MEMBERS: $45 BERG, MURPHY, NORTHEY, PAGE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19, :30PM A HOT TICKET presentation. Songs and stories with a Canadian supergroup featuring Moe Berg (Pursuit of Happiness), Chris Murphy (Sloan), Craig Northey (Odds) and Steven Page (BNL). REGULAR: $62 MEMBERS: $53 IMMORTAL CHI TUESDAY, APRIL 25, :30PM A HOT TICKET presentation. This Chinese fusion performance features stunts, traditional weaponry and incredible feats of human endurance. REGULAR: $55 CHILDREN (13 + UNDER): $25 MEMBERS: $47 LIGHTWIRE THEATRE: MOON MOUSE THURSDAY, MARCH 9, :30PM A HOT TICKET presentation. A cosmic adventure about celebrating differences. REGULAR: $25 MEMBERS: $20 TANYA TAGAQ THURSDAY, MAY 4, :30PM A HOT TICKET presentation. Tagaq has reclaimed the controversial 1922 silent film Nanook of the North with a live concert featuring electronic music and throat singing unlike you ve ever heard before. REGULAR: $35 MEMBERS: $30 46 tourismstcatharines.ca

47 MUST-SEE PERFORMANCES LARRY CARLTON KAHA:WI DANCE THEATRE FRIDAY, MARCH 31, :30PM A HOT TICKET presentation. The Honouring fuses Indigenous and contemporary dance into a compelling choreographic performance. REGULAR: $42 CHILDREN (13 + UNDER): $25 MEMBERS: $36 CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE: ARE YOU EXPERIENCED TUESDAY, APRIL 18, :30PM A HOT TICKET presentation. Enjoy Hendrix s 1967 debut performed live on stage, note for note. Cut for cut. REGULAR: $49 MEMBERS: $42 TERRA LIGHTFOOT WITH DONOVAN WOODS FRIDAY, MARCH 24, :30PM A HOT TICKET presentation. A double bill featuring the expert finger-picking with distorted, hook-heavy melodies of Terra Lightfoot with the country, pop and folk music stylings of Donovan Woods. REGULAR: $30 MEMBERS: $25 ELEPHANT & PIGGIE S WE ARE IN A PLAY! SATURDAY, APRIL 1, AND 4PM A HOT TICKET presentation. This rollicking adventure is a ridiculously fun introduction to theatre for kids 4 and up! REGULAR: $30 MEMBERS: $25 CAROUSEL PLAYERS: BOYS, GIRLS, AND OTHER MYTHOLOGICAL CREATURES SATURDAY, APRIL 22, AND 4PM A HOT TICKET presentation. A thoughtful and hilarious new play about our ability to transform! A play about equality and compassion. For ages 6+ ALL TICKETS $15 YOU ARE 47

48 arts& culture vibrant music scene, edgy art exhibits, A remarkable heritage, award-winning theatre and fabulous festivals St. Catharines has it all! Experience one-of-a-kind visual and media art, delight in raucous cabarets, or catch a local band in a pub or restaurant along the curving historic main street of our downtown. Enjoy art and heritage in downtown s beautiful Montebello Park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. The park hosts dance, music and theatre events all summer long. Downtown is the place for great food, creative retail and two amazing venues for arts, sports and entertainment the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre and the Meridian Centre are hopping all year round. It s easy to see why St. Catharines is a mustvisit destination! Explore! Doors Open June 24, 2017 Discover! 500+ performances every year Participate! Try something NEW (and FREE!) at Culture Days Sept. 29, 30 & Oct.1 Celebrate! Arts & Culture in St. Catharines 48 tourismstcatharines.ca

49 Performing Arts AVANTI CHAMBER SINGERS ACS is a community-based chamber choir performing a wide range of choral music by international and Niagara composers, under the baton of Dr. Harris Loewen. w. avantichambersingers.com CAROUSEL PLAYERS Award-winning theatre performances for children presented in schools and the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre. Outreach and summer arts camps offered details at carouselplayers.com CHORALIS CAMERATA An accomplished chamber choir in its 11 th season, Choralis Camerata performs an exciting repertoire of classical, gospel and contemporary works in venues across Niagara. Led by Artistic Director David Braun, with accompanist Lynne Honsberger. w. choraliscamerata.com CHORUS NIAGARA Niagara Region s premier symphonic chorus, with 100 singers aged 18 to 88 from all walks of life. CN presents diverse, high calibre performances of choral classics, contemporary works, new commissions and little-known treasures under Artistic Director Robert Cooper, C.M. w. chorusniagara.ca ESSENTIAL COLLECTIVE THEATRE COMPANY A professional theatre that produces contemporary Canadian plays in St. Catharines and Niagara region. ECT holds annual new play development programs, classes in acting and playwriting for adults and youth, and tours its intergenerational Senior Stories project. w. ectheatre.ca FESTIVAL OF READERS: ST. CATHARINES The Festival of Readers celebrates the love of literature and the importance of reading. Always free, designed for all ages, we feature author readings, author talks, on-stage readings and interviews with the best novelists, poets, and children s authors in Canada. 3-5 November w. festivalofreaders.com FIRSTONTARIO PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE 250 St. Paul Street The FirstOntario PAC is a 95,000 square foot ARTS, CULTURE + HERITAGE cultural complex comprised of four stunning performance venues that host a signature presentation of international and local performing artists in downtown St. Catharines. The PAC acts as a catalyst in modernizing the area and reinforcing the brilliance of Niagara Region s cultural cluster. t w. firstontariopac.ca THE NORM FOSTER THEATRE FESTIVAL A professional theatre festival dedicated to celebrating the work of Canada s best-loved and most successful playwright, Norm Foster Summer Season: June 21 August 18 in Cairns Hall at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre. w. fosterfestival.com THE FOSTER FESTIVAL THE GALLERY PLAYERS OF NIAGARA Celebrating its 22 nd season the Gallery Players presents classical chamber music concerts given by professional Canadian performers. Concerts run October - June each season. w. 49

50 ARTS, CULTURE + HERITAGE MARILYN I. WALKER SCHOOL OF FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS Wheelchair Accessible Brock University s vibrant cultural centre for engagement, examination, and experimentation -- on stage and in studios, galleries, classrooms, and regional locales. Professional and student performances, exhibits and expertise contribute to Niagara s rich cultural landscape. w. brocku.ca/finearts MERIDIAN CENTRE Connecting our community with contemporary art through exhibitions, events, and art classes for all ages. 109 St. Paul Crescent St. Catharines, ON brocku.ca/rodmanhall HOME OF THE CANAL BANK SHUFFLE BLUES FESTIVAL 1 IceDogs Way Your home for entertainment in the heart of Niagara. Opened in 2014 the Meridian Centre is home to the OHL IceDogs and the NBLC River Lions. The venue is host to an array of concerts, sporting events and family shows. Follow us for all the best entertainment options in town. t w. meridiancentre.com MOMENTUM CHOIR Momentum Choir is a highly disciplined, professionally facilitated performance choir comprised of more than 60 adults who live with a disability. When the music starts, disability takes a back seat. Come see one of our performances, you will be inspired! w. momentumchoir.ca Visit A TO REMEMBER Ranked among friendliest places in Canada 50 tourismstcatharines.ca NIAGARA JAZZ FESTIVAL Three days of live jazz and events at various locations throughout the Niagara Region. Vineyards, Parks, Concert Halls and more. Free and ticketed events for all ages. #LiveLoveJazz w. niagarajazzfestival.com NIAGARA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA THE NSO Experience the glories and delights of classical and popular symphonic music in our MasterWorks, POPS! and Classical Family

51 ARTS, CULTURE + HERITAGE series, presented by Niagara s premier professional orchestra. Celebrate with us as the NSO returns to the stages of Partridge and Cairns Halls in the season! w. niagarasymphony.com NIAGARA YOUTH ORCHESTRA The premier training ground for young orchestral musicians in the Niagara Region. Led by professional coaches, musicians receive extensive music education and performance experiences through regular concert seasons and special events. w. niagarayouthorchestra.org SHAW FESTIVAL 10 Queen s Parade The Shaw s 2017 Season features 11 plays in four theatres from April to October including the sparkling, toe-tapping ME AND MY GIRL, Bernard Shaw s masterpiece - SAINT JOAN, and DRACULA, an adaptation of Bram Stoker s Gothic classic. New in 2017, Secret Theatre! t w. shawfest.com SUITCASE IN POINT THEATRE COMPANY An award-winning theatre company creating and producing comic work that is for and about our community. Annual programming includes Cabarets, comedy nights, workshops, and In the Soil Arts Festival. Rent our downtown rehearsal studio or hire us to perform comedy at your event. w. suitcaseinpoint.com TWITCHES & ITCHES THEATRE A critically acclaimed emerging artist ensemble, Twitches & Itches employs methods of collaboration to create new works of theatre. With deep community values, they operate as a continuous core group of nine trained St. Catharines artists. SUITCASE IN POINT THEATRE COMPANY SHAW FESTIVAL ST. CATHARINES PUBLIC LIBRARY Visit any branch of the St. Catharines Public Library! Locations: Central Library 54 Church Street ( ) Dr. Huq Family Library 425 Carlton Street ( ) Merritt Library 149 Hartzel Road ( ) Port Dalhousie Library 23 Brock Street ( ) t w. 51

52 ARTS, CULTURE + HERITAGE Visual Arts Around Town NIAGARA ARTISTS CENTRE Wheelchair accessible One of Canada s oldest artist-run centres, NAC is a leader in the local cultural renaissance. Four exhibit spaces feature contemporary visual arts local, national and international. w. nac.org RODMAN HALL ART CENTRE, BROCK UNIVERSITY 109 St. Paul Crescent Serving Niagara since 1960, Rodman Hall Art Centre is a major regional centre for contemporary art exhibits, enriching lives through exhibitions, public programs, and life-long learning. Housed in the historic Rodman Mansion and alongside the hillside Walker Botanical Gardens. w. brocku.ca/rodman-hall THE ST. CATHARINES ART ASSOCIATION The SCAA offers monthly meetings and networking opportunities September to June with guest artists, demos, lectures and critiques. Two+ exhibits are held per year for members who also exhibit art online at stcatharinesart.com RODMAN HALL ART CENTRE PUBLIC AND OUTDOOR ART 109 St. Paul Crescent St. Catharines downtown urban art scene takes over in The Alley (between James St. and Garden Park Blvd); enjoy new murals downtown and in Catherine St. Park; and indoor mural Jeux d eau / Games of Water by Naoko Matsubara at the St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatic Centre, among others. w. stcatharines.ca/publicart YOU ARE HERE tourismstcatharines.ca See + Do Visit firstontariopac.ca for the complete schedule of year-round culture offerings.

53 ARTS, CULTURE + HERITAGE NIAGARA'S cultural hub Experience the best in live music, dance, theatre and family entertainment in our four-venue home for the arts in downtown St. Catharines. The Film HOUSE Niagara s newest + only licensed cinema 12+ screenings per week of new features and classic favourites FirstOntarioPAC.ca Box Office: St. Paul Street, St. 53

54 HISTORY OF THE WELLAND CANAL 150 th Anniversary of the commencement of construction of the First Welland Canal. PRESENT DAY The Canal is operated by the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation. By-pass of City of Welland is constructed. Fourth Welland Canal is constructed, with project stalled during First World War.? DID?? YOU know? 54 CITY OF WELLAND 60 East Main Street t w. welland.ca CITY OF THOROLD 3540 Schmon Parkway t w. thoroldtourism.com

55 Merritt begins raising private funds for a survey of his proposed route. Construction begins on the Canal, dug by hand with only the assistance of horse-drawn carts. 39 locks are crafted of hand-hewn timbers the Because of the Erie Canal, powerful Montréal merchants and their counterparts in Upper Canada (today Ontario) feared losing out on western trade. The British Navy, which lost naval superiority on Lake Erie during the War of 1812, was concerned about further strategic disadvantage Third Welland Canal is constructed Second Welland Canal is constructed Work is completed on an extension of canal from Welland to Port Colborne, adding an extra lock. The Welland Canal opened on November 30. The schooners R.H. Broughton and Annie and Jane reach Lake Erie in two days, pulled along by teams of workhorses.? DID?? YOU know? PORT COLBORNE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Humberstone Hall 76 Main Street West t w. portcolborne.ca CITY OF ST. CATHARINES 50 Church Street t w. tourismstcatharines.ca 55

56 Harriet Tubman A highly revered member of the community and frequent resident between , Harriet Tubman was a courageous black leader and strong advocate for women s rights. HERITAGE St. Catharines is steeped in history and continues to work hard to preserve an impressive heritage. The origins of our city date back to native settlers, whose walking path is today s winding St. Paul Street in downtown. The Merritt family, famous for the founding of the Welland Canal, built the majestic Rodman Hall, now the Rodman Hall Centre, and several other important area landmarks. 56 tourismstcatharines.ca St. Catharines was the final stop of the Underground Railroad, the route that U.S. freedom seekers took to escape slavery during the 19 th century marked the 100 th anniversary of Harriet Tubman s death, the celebrated freedom fighter and leader of the Underground Railroad. Visit the national historic sites of the British Methodist Church - Salem Chapel, an official terminus of the Underground Railroad and an important centre of the 19 th century abolitionist and civil rights activity in Canada. Downtown has a rich and storied past: reserve a spot for a heritage corridor walk or brace yourself for the popular Ghost Walking tours. In the southernmost part of the city is Decew Falls, set alongside the Bruce Trail and featuring the restored water powered Morningstar Mill.

57 ARTS, CULTURE + HERITAGE BRITISH METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, SALEM CHURCH 92 Geneva Street The BME Church at 92 Geneva St. marks a terminus of the Underground Railroad and was home to its most famous conductor, Harriet Tubman. This national historic site was built in Call ahead for tours. t w. salemchapelbmechurch.ca HERITAGE WALKING TOURS 92 Geneva Street St.Catharines has a rich and significant past, and several tour options to delve into our history and heritage districts. Contact the City s Tourism offices for information on guided and self-guided, walking and driving tour options. t ext 1731 e. tourism@stcatharines.ca THE MAYHOLME FOUNDATION 525 Ontario Street Located in a heritage house at 525 Ontario Street, the foundation provides research assistance and printed materials for local and family history research. The building contains a library and archive related to St Catharines and the Niagara Region. t w. mayholme.ca MORNINGSTAR MILL 2710 DeCew Road A picturesque heritage site owned by the City of St. Catharines and operated by the Friends of Morningstar Mill. Located at Decew Falls, the site backs onto the Bruce Trail and is a popular picnic and photo location for local residents and visitors. t w. morningstarmill.ca THE NIAGARA FOLK ARTS MULTICULTURAL CENTRE 85 Church Street A community based nonprofit charitable organization whose team of professional staff and volunteers provide vital settlement services to newcomers as they strive to create a rewarding life in Canada. For information on services including settlement, employment, ESL, community connections, youth services, volunteering, Niagara Folk Arts Festival or other cultural events please visit our website. t w. folk-arts.ca YOU ARE HERE ST. CATHARINES MUSEUM AND WELLAND CANALS CENTRE AT LOCK Welland Canals Parkway The most popular place to watch ships as they navigate one of the world s engineering marvels the Welland Canal. Observe these giants from the observation deck or from the 2nd floor Lock View Lounge. During your visit to the site, take time to explore the Museum s exhibition galleries where local history is brought to life. The outdoor Discovery Park provides an added opportunity to soak up the local history or to just enjoy a picnic in the tranquil surroundings. 9am-5pm daily. Wheelchair accessible. t w. stcatharinesmuseum.ca niagarawellandcanal.com THE ONTARIO LACROSSE HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM 1932 Welland Canals Parkway Located inside the St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre, The Ontario Lacrosse Hall of Fame and Museum highlights the most incredible lacrosse players in Ontario complete with a lacrosse shooting gallery, and plenty of history. Canada s national sport is recognized in the best of surroundings with engaging permanent exhibits. t ext 5226 w. ontariolacrossehalloffame.com NIAGARA FOLK ARTS 57

58 ARTS, CULTURE + HERITAGE Things to DO + SEE UNDER $25 Spend date night at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Film House YOU ARE HERE Put your tastebuds to the test at a local winery Take the family to Port Dalhousie for a ride or two (or more!) on the Lakeside Park Carousel Pick up freshly baked butter tarts for dessert at 13 th Street Bakery Visit the rabbits at Happy Rolph s Animal Farm Snack on Loukoumades as you watch Greek dancing at the Niagara Greek Festival Port Pier Marina Located 9 miles west of the Niagara River adjacent to the quaint town of Port Dalhousie. With over 400 slips, this well serviced marina offers gorgeous views of Toronto and Niagara-on-the-Lake Just a few minutes drive from wineries, theaters and many more places that make this area so unique. Transient boaters welcome Amenities & Attractions Community patio and BBQ Air-conditioned washrooms and shower facilities Full service marine supply shop Minutes from beautiful Lakeside Park beach Cheer on crews from around the world at the Royal Canadian Henley Regatta Wander the streets during the Downtown Classic Car Show Indulge your competitive side at Parkway Lanes with a frame of bowling 80 Lighthouse Rd. St.Catharines, ON L2N7P8 Phone: (905) Fax: (905) Mobile: (905) VHF: Channel 68 portpiermarina@bellnet.ca 58 tourismstcatharines.ca

59 THE GREAT outdoors L ace up your hiking boots and pack a snack there is plenty to explore outdoors in the Garden City. No matter what part of St. Catharines you are in, there is sure to be a park, public garden, cycling or walking trail nearby. As part of the Greater Niagara Circle Route, St. Catharines boasts a paved trail system along the Welland Canal, offering a beautiful setting for a stroll with your family or an invigorating run. Port Dalhousie offers summer fun with its historic carousel, still only 5 cents a ride, as well as a perfect sandy beach and picturesque spot to relax on the shore of Lake Ontario. YOU ARE 59

60 THE GREAT OUTDOORS PORT Dalhousie Whatever the season, the engaging nature of Port Dalhousie is sure to please. It s known for its heritage community, historic lighthouses, antique carousel and its sunny summer beach. Explore the boutiques and specialty stores. Have lunch on a marina view patio or dinner in one of our pubs or fine dining restaurants. Bring the family down to experience the traditions of Port Dalhousie. A visit to Port Dalhousie has something for everyone! /MyPortDalhousie BOATING LAKESIDE PARK CAROUSEL 1 Lakeport Road Where the magic lasts a lifetime! Visit Lakeside Park in Port Dalhousie off Lakeport Road and enjoy a ride on the Carousel for only a nickel. Birthday parties and wedding photo bookings are also available in advance. Call for more information. t ext.1927 w. stcatharines.ca/carousel PORT DALHOUSIE HARBOUR Located adjacent to Lakeside Park, 24 miles ESE of Hamilton Harbour and 9 miles WSW of the Niagara River. Day-docking available. Amenities include a boardwalk, beach access, change rooms, picnic area, playground equipment, snack bar and washrooms. For more information regarding transient dockage availability and fees, please contact the Dalhousie Yacht Club. t ext 24 e. manager@discoverydyc.com w. stcatharines.ca/ portdalhousieharbour 60 tourismstcatharines.ca PORT PIER MARINA 80 Lighthouse Road Located on the waterfront in St. Catharines, Port Dalhousie Pier Marina has 400 docks to choose from. Seasonal, monthly, daily sites available for all size boats and yachts. Easy access from Lake Ontario. Minutes from the Welland Canal. Walking distance to the town of Port Dalhousie, restaurants and shopping. The Riverboat Mexican Grill restaurant on site. From the Port Dalhousie Pier Marina; Toronto, Oakville, Niagara-on-the-Lake are all nearby for day excursions. w. portdalhousiemarina.com NIAGARA FISHING ADVENTURES NIAGARA FISHING ADVENTURES Port Dalhousie Marina Salmon/Trout fishing, every spring on Lake Ontario! Out of Port Dalhousie in St. Catharines. Mid-April through mid-september in our 30 Sea Ray boat. Or fish the Niagara River from October through March! Mention you saw us in the City Guide and receive 10% off your charter. Other services available. t w. niagarafishingadventures.com

61 Cycling *Part of the Trans-Canada Link Trails * * THE GREAT OUTDOORS NIAGARA CYCLING TOURISM CENTRE 20 Pine Street North The Niagara Cycling Tourism Centre is dedicated to providing extensive resources to visitors looking to explore Niagara by bike. Find routes and trail maps, cycle-friendly destinations, services and travel information. The Welland Canal Parkway starts in St. Catharines, then passes through Thorold, Welland and Port Colborne. t w. niagaracyclingtourism.com NIAGARA CYCLING TOURISM THE GREATER NIAGARA CIRCLE ROUTE TRAIL SYSTEM The Greater Niagara Circle Route is over 140 kilometres of paved trails, suitable for walking, cycling and rollerblading. Bounded by Lake Ontario to the north, the Niagara River to the east, Lake Erie to the south and the Welland Canal to the west, you are seldom far from water. The tour links the following trails to create a circular route through the heart of Niagara. THE WELLAND CANAL TRAIL This trail stretches along the Welland Canal from St. Catharines to Port Colborne, a distance of 42 km. Along the route you may see massive 26,000 tonne ships up to 226 metres in length as they glide smoothly past grassy banks on their way to climb (or descend) the Niagara Escarpment at a series of canal locks. The trail provides access to several viewing areas to watch the locks in action. LIBERTY! BICYCLES 2 Bond Street Located not far from the downtown Bus Terminal. Bikes, clothing, parts, rentals, repairs, and on-the-spot flat fixes. Join us for a Group Ride; most evenings; off-road and on-road! t or YOU ARE 61

62 THE GREAT OUTDOORS THE FRIENDSHIP TRAIL This old rail line has been converted to a multi-use recreational path connecting Port Colborne with Fort Erie. The 24km path is straight and easy with virtually no elevation change. Along on the Friendship Trail there is easy access to many golden sand beaches on the shores of Lake Erie. The route parallels the lakeshore as it passes through farmland, villages, and quiet residential areas. With stunning views of the Buffalo skyline and a nature trail within easy hiking distance, the Friendship Trail offers options for enthusiasts of all sorts. NIAGARA RIVER RECREATIONAL TRAIL Constructed in 1986, the 56km Niagara River Recreation Trail is a cyclist s dream. Following the scenic Niagara River, the trail extends from Historic Fort Erie through Niagara Falls, ending at Fort George in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Along the way, you re welcome to stop for wonderful attractions, historic sites, dining opportunities, Niagara Gorge walking trails and breathtaking views of the mighty Niagara Falls, making this trail one of the most exciting in the world. THE WATERFRONT TRAIL The Waterfront Trail begins in Niagara-on-the-Lake at Butler s Park and stretches 650km to the Québec border, with 900km of signed trail (visit for more details). The 18km portion between St. Catharines and Niagara-on-the-Lake, including George Nicholson Trail, is the link that completes the Greater Niagara Circle Route. YOU ARE HERE HIKING & walking BRUCE TRAIL The Bruce Trail is the oldest and longest continuous footpath in Canada. It runs along the Niagara Escarpment from Niagara to Tobermory, spanning more than 850km of main trail and 250km of side trails. It provides the only public access to the magnificent Niagara Escarpment, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve and one of only twelve such reserves 62 tourismstcatharines.ca in all of Canada. In St. Catharines the Bruce Trail can be found near Brock University where you can enjoy fabulous views over St. Catharines. t w. brucetrail.org FRIENDS OF THE SHORT HILLS w. friendsofshorthillspark.ca HAPPY ROLPH S ANIMAL FARM Located on Read Road off Lakeshore Road A acre municipal park on the shores of Lake Ontario. The Park contains a domestic animal farm, which operates from Victoria Day to Thanksgiving weekend. The adjacent ponds contain hundreds of ducks, geese and

63 THE GREAT OUTDOORS NIAGARA GREENBELT w. niagaragreenbelt.com NIAGARA PENINSULA CONVERSATION AUTHORITY t w. npca.ca NIAGARA SEGWAY Find us at the St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre at Lock 3. Choose from a variety of Segway guided tours including the paved trails along the Welland Canal or a vineyard tour in the heart of Niagara Wine Country. Season runs May through October. Reservations are recommended. t w. niagarasegway.ca SHORT HILLS PROVINCIAL PARK w. ontarioparks.com GOLFING GARDEN CITY GOLF COURSE Located at 37 Lincoln Ave, this par 60, 18-hole executive course offers new and experienced players a golfer friendly environment to learn and improve. Amenities include: licensed club house, putting green, rental clubs, power and pull carts. Call to book a tee time. t w. stcatharines.ca native birds. Feeding stations allow visitors to feed the water fowl in the ponds. A collective of Rhododendrons frame the pond and walkways providing diverse bloom and colour in June of each year. The site is also home to the 9/11 Memorial Walkway commemorating Canadians who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001 tragedy. Picnic and playground facilities are available including a picnic pavilion and washrooms. ROCKWAY VINEYARDS GOLF.WINE.DINE 3290 Ninth St. 18 holes, recently voted Best Places to Play by Golf Digest. Challenge your skills on manicured fairways and fast greens amongst the vistas of the Escarpment. Breathtaking views, championship golf and gourmet food & wine, one unique destination. A visit to Rockway Vineyards any day is a worthwhile experience. t w. 63

64 city SPORTS IN THE Home of the Niagara IceDogs & Niagara River Lions CHEER ON YOUR FAVOURITE TEAM! NIAGARA ICEDOGS 1 IceDogs Way Catch the Niagara IceDogs at their new home, the Meridian Centre, located in downtown St. Catharines. Take a seat with your friends and family, grab a few snacks from the concession stand and get ready to cheer! t w. niagaraicedogs.net NIAGARA RIVER LIONS 7 Front Street North The Niagara River Lions are a professional basketball team that plays out of the Meridian Centre in St. Catharines. The River Lions have been a part of the National Basketball League of Canada since 2015, and launched their second season on December 26 th, 2016 against the London Lightning. t w. riverlions.ca 64 tourismstcatharines.ca

65 EDUCATION IN NIAGARA BROCK UNIVERSITY Brock University is one of Canada s top post-secondary institutions. Located in historic Niagara region, Brock offers all the benefits of a young and modern university in a safe, community-minded city with beautiful natural surroundings. RODMAN HALL ARTS CENTRE 109 St. Paul Crescent Serving the Brock University community and the broader Niagara region since 1960, Rodman Hall Art Centre is a vital exhibition space for contemporary art, enriching lives by connecting people to art through exhibitions, public programs, and life-long hands-on learning. Housed in the historic Rodman Mansion and alongside the hillside Walker Botanical Gardens.Tues- Sun: 10am- 5pm, Thurs: 10am-9pm. (Closed Mondays & statutory holidays). MCMASTER UNIVERSITY Clinical Teaching Unit at Brock. w. mcmaster.ca MARILYN I. WALKER SCHOOL OF FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS 15 Artists Common Brock University s vibrant cultural centre for engagement, examination, and experimentation, the School connects the arts to the world -- on stage and in studios, galleries, classrooms, and regional locales. We offer audiences both professional and student events that stir the imagination and enrich Niagara s cultural landscape. t NIAGARA COLLEGE Since opening their doors in 1967 in Welland and expanding into other parts of the Niagara region, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in applied education and training, and is consistently ranked among Ontario s top colleges for student satisfaction. w. niagaracollege.ca 65

66 ACCOMMODATIONS ST. CATHARINES places to stay Y ou can t do it all in a day, so add an overnight stay to your adventure. Whether visiting for work or play, St. Catharines offers a wide range of accommodations to make you feel right at home. Warm, friendly and inviting, our city is the ideal setting for a cozy retreat. Enjoy the company of family and friends around a campfire at one of our region s many campgrounds, or take advantage of the great getaway deals at conveniently located hotels. With complimentary parking and dog friendly hotels, we look forward to welcoming you. 66 tourismstcatharines.ca

67 ACCOMMODATIONS Featuring Wrigley s Sports Bar & Lounge Featuring Lounge Six & JJ Kapps Whether you re a single traveller, or a family wanting some time away, the Best Western St. Catharines is the perfect place to start your adventure. Free breakfast Free wifi Free parking Heated indoor pool CAA & AAA Discount Business centre Reflexions Fitness Centre niagarabestwestern.ca /BWstcath Work meets play at the St. Catharines Holiday Inn & Suites, Parkway Conference Centre. From our conference and wedding facilities to our family-friendly entertainment centre, we have everything you want at an affordable price. Kids stay and eat free Free wifi Business centre Fitness centre Indoor salt water pool New arcade niagaraholidayinn.ca /HIstcath VISIT NIAGARA 2 North Service Road St. Catharines, ON L2N 4G9 reservations@honhotels.com VISIT NIAGARA 327 Ontario Street St. Catharines, ON L2R 5L3 reservations@honhotels.com 67

68 ACCOMMODATIONS Featuring Perkins Restaurant and Bakery Located minutes from hundreds of attractions, the Days Inn St. Catharines offers a great stay for a reasonable price. VISIT NIAGARA Energy Fitness Studio Heated indoor pool Free wifi niagaradaysinn.ca /DaysInnNiagaraFitnessHotel 9 Meadowvale Drive St. Catharines, ON L2N 3Z8 reservations@honhotels.com Preferred Accommodations BEST WESTERN HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE 2 North Service Rd. Located in the heart of Niagara and in close proximity to all of the Region s finest attractions, The Best Western is the perfect choice for your stay in St. Catharines. Guests enjoy free WiFi and parking, along with a complimentary hot breakfast buffet served daily. Families love the heated indoor pool and seasonal outdoor courtyard pool. And with a 24-hour business centre, you ll be able to complete your work in comfort and style. Plus, you ll never miss a workout in our extensive 10,000 sq ft. Reflexions Fitness Centre. tf t f w. heartofniagara.ca COMFORT INN 2 Dunlop Dr. The Comfort Inn St. Catharines offers 100 clean and comfortably appointed guestrooms. Conveniently located in the heart of the city with close proximity to shopping, dining and major attractions. Complimentary features include parking, local calls, wireless internet access and 24 hour lobby coffee. Our 7-time Choice Hotels Gold Award Winning Hotel is your best choice for value, comfort and guest service. t e. comfortinnstcatharines@gmail.com f YOU ARE HERE 68 tourismstcatharines.ca

69 ACCOMMODATIONS DAYS INN FITNESS HOTEL ST. CATHARINES NIAGARA 89 Meadowvale Dr. No matter your travel occasion, the Days Inn St. Catharines will exceed your needs. This full service, centrally located hotel offers 99 rooms, free access to Energy Fitness Studio, a heated indoor pool and free WiFi to all valued guests. Located minutes from hundreds of attractions, the Days Inn St. Catharines offers a great stay for a reasonable price. Plus, their 24-hour front desk service is always willing to provide guests with shopping, adventure and golf packages. The hotel also features a Perkins Family Restaurant located on-site. tf f t w. heartofniagara.ca FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON ST. CATHARINES 3530 Schmon Parkway Thorold Niagara s only full service all-suite hotel featuring separate bedroom and living room areas with kitchenette. Choose from one or two bedroom suites or luxurious king executive suites with gas fireplace and whirlpool bath. Unwind and revitalize in our fitness centre, indoor pool, hot tub and sauna. Enjoy a great meal at the on-site In Piazza Restaurant. Free parking, complimentary WiFi and on-site guest laundry facilities will un-complicate your stay t tf e. info@fourpointsstcatharines.com w. fourpointsstcatharines.com HOLIDAY INN & SUITES PARKWAY CONFERENCE CENTRE 327 Ontario St. The St. Catharines Holiday Inn & Suites, Parkway Conference Centre is a full-service hotel like no other. With 181 well-appointed newly renovated guestrooms they cater to single business travellers, families looking for leisure, and everything in between! All rooms Featuring In Piazza Pasta & Wine Bar Located less than 20 minutes from Niagara Falls, Four Points by Sheraton St. Catharines Niagara Suites is the perfect place for your Niagara adventure. Free parking Free wifi Pet-friendly 24 hour fitness centre Indoor pool, whirlpool and sauna 100% smoke-free Executive suites with whirlpool bath and fireplace fourpointsstcatharines.com /fourpointsbysheratonstcatharines VISIT NIAGARA 3530 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6 69

70 ACCOMMODATIONS come with free WiFi, guests are encouraged to take advantage of deluxe rooms featuring suites with a full kitchen and Jacuzzi. Enjoy an extensive list of first-class amenities including a heated saltwater indoor pool, fitness centre, onsite restaurant, entertainment centre with an arcade and rooftop patio. Plus, onsite is our 20,000 sq ft conference centre, St. Catharines largest convention centre for events, meetings or weddings! Ask about our all-inclusive meeting or wedding packages today! tf t f w. heartofniagara.ca For relaxing accommodations and close proximity to attractions in St. Catharines and Niagara, Comfort Inn St. Catharines is the perfect place to stay. VISIT NIAGARA Smoke free hotel Free wifi Free weekday newspaper Free local calls Business centre with guest use computer Fitness centre Pet-friendly rooms available Guest use laundry stcatharinescomfortinn.com 2 Dunlop Drive St. Catharines, ON L2R 1A RAMADA JORDAN BEACON HARBOURSIDE HOTEL AND SUITES 2793 Beacon Boulevard Jordan A quaint inn nestled on the shores of Lake Ontario with 62 lakeview guest rooms and suites. Featuring 5 conference/function rooms serving groups from persons, a full service dining room, lounge, sports bar, outdoor patio and marina. All with an amazing view. tf e. info@ramadabeacon.com f w. ramadabeacon.com Additional Accommodations BROCK UNIVERSITY CONFERENCE SERVICES 1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way Choose Brock s unique campus living experience for your next vacation. Located on the escarpment in the heart of Niagara, we are minutes from many tourist attractions. Our residences offer affordable, single private guestrooms for individuals and couples. New for 2017: Weekly vacation townhouse rentals t x 3369 w. brocku.ca/conference-services 70 tourismstcatharines.ca

71 ACCOMMODATIONS CAPRI INN 391 Ontario St. Your Niagara Home Away from Home. Warm and courteous service awaits as we make every effort to make your stay enjoyable. Valued for quality, the Capri Inn continues modern renovations to ensure a refreshing atmosphere. We are the only hotel in St. Catharines to hold The Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence. t w. capriinn.com DRESSEL S JORDAN VALLEY CAMPGROUND st Street Relax at this beautiful, clean, quiet campground. Surrounded by 40 acres of natural splendour! Family owned/operated. We strive to maintain natural scenic beauty. Campground caters to family atmosphere and a quiet camping experience. Lean back on a starry night, the only sounds you ll hear are frogs croaking and campfires burning. t tf CAMP (2267) w. campingniagara.com STONE MILL INN 271 Merritt Street Experience the Stone Mill Inn with its magnificent architecture, intricate wrought iron and original stonework that encompass the building. Relax and unwind in one of 35 luxurious guestrooms or suites. Every room is appointed with lavish features and finishes. Also on-site: Azura Spa & Hair Studio, Johnny Rocco s Italian Grill. t w. stonemillinn.ca Published by the City of St. Catharines Economic Development & Tourism Services No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic or mechanical, without the express written authorization of the publisher. The Corporation of the City of St. Catharines accepts no liability for errors or omissions. The information and services contained in this publication are offered as a matter of interest, and are believed to be correct and accurate at the time of printing. The inclusion of any advertisement in this pubilcation does not imply or constitute an endorsement or acceptance by the City of St. Catharines of any advertisers, products or services advertised. The City of St. Catharines is not responsible for any errors, omissions or misrepresentation contained in any advertisement. Photo Credits: Niagara Wine Festival. Chris Beard. Denis Cahill. 13th Street Winery. Jordyn Allan. Chimpanzee. Kris Sweet. Julia Course and Wade Bogert-O Brien backstage (A Woman of No Importance, 2016), Christopher Wahl. Julie Jocsak/St. Catharines Standard/ Postmedia Network. Chorus Niagara. FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre. Carole and Roy Timm Photography. Niagara Cycling Tourism Centre. Greater St. Catharines Niagara Accommodations Partners. 180 Marketing/Michal Pasco. Krista Fox Photography. David Vivian. Patricia Vanstone and Norm Foster, ON A FIRST NAME BASIS. Melanie Janzen and Jamie Williams, HERE ON THE FLIGHT PATH. Cast, HALFWAY THERE. Lauren Garbutt. Bob Magee. Mike Sansano. Vivideye Photography. Design & Production: 180 Marketing do180.com Featuring Ramada Jordan Beacon Harbourside Restaurant The only thing we overlook is the view. Conveniently situated in the heart of Niagara region s Wine Country, Niagara-on-the-Lake shopping district and Shaw Festival. VISIT NIAGARA Don Cherry s Sports Grill Lake view guest rooms Wedding facilities ramadabeacon.com /BW.Beacon 2793 Beacon Boulevard Jordan, ON L0R 1S0 71

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76 The Meridian Centre A world-class venue, bringing you world-class sports and entertainment in the heart of Niagara To book an event contact Ken Noakes: knoakes@meridiancentre.com Visit us at MERIDIANCENTRE.COM for exclusive discounts Photo: Vaughn Ridley