International cuisine and multicultural delights are the trademark of the Welland Folklore Festival, organised by the Welland Heritage Council and Multicultural Centre.  The month of June will highlight the histories and talents of the rich cultural diversity of the City of Welland.

• International Luncheons - June 2 - 6  &  9 - 13, 2008 at Welland Farmer's Market Daily - 11:30am to 1:30pm.  Tickets $8.00.

Folklore Festival 32nd Annual Celebration:

• World Ball - Friday June 20, 2008,   Casa Dante Hall, 34 Lincoln St.  Tickets:  $20.00.  Pruchase in Advance.  Full Course meal, Flag Parade and entertainment.
• Cultural Celebrations at various locations from June 16th to 28th.
• Open Houses provide free admission, entertainment, historical displays.  Dinner at 5:30pm may be purchased.

Come feast on mouth watering, finger-licking good ribs and of course fresh picked corn, french fries and other tasty treats.

June 14
Welland's Dragon Boat Festival
International Flatwater Centre, North Course, Welland

The Dragon Boat Festival has become one of Welland's most exciting city-wide events, drawing thousands of competitors and spectators from around the area

Please join us for an evening under the tents at the 2nd Annual Lobsterfest/Silent Auction presented by Niagara This Week. Come out and enjoy all you can eat mouth watering lobster and prime rib along with some delicious clam chowder provided by the Lobster Kings. We will also have some great silent auction item up for bid and some live auction items including 2 tickets with West Jet. We will also be having a 50/50 draw througout the evening, so don't delay contact us for your tickets today $80.00 per person or purchase a table of 8 for the price of 7.

All money raised goes to the Niagara Region Children's Safety Village in assisting us with the creation of new safety programs. (Tickets limited to 200.) Sponsorship opportunities are available for evening sponsor, flower sponsor for table arrangements, wine sponsor and also a door prize sponsor. Please contact Nikki Cordiner at the office to find out additional information. Also if you would like to make a donation to our Silent/Live Auction you can also contact the office to make arrangements. We thank you all in advance for your support and for making this evening possible.

Phone: 905-714-4446   Email  

A three day beach festival on Nickel Beach, featuring music, charity volleyball event, Chamber of Commerce Lobster & Laughs and Canadian Kids & Castles. Also children's entertainment and much more.

sargant@cogeco.ca

June 27 - July 6
22nd annual Binational "Friendship Festival"

An international celebration of the culture and heritage shared by Canada and the USA. Events held in Fort Erie, ON and Buffalo, NY include free concerts and a spectacular fireworks display on July 1st highlighting the two national holidays. Crafts, children's entertainment, heritage and cultural displays and an excellent midway.

Mather Arch, Fort Erie, ON - June 27th - June 30th
Riverside Park, Buffalo, NY - July 3rd - July 6th

More Info: 1 888-333-1987 or 905 871-6454

June 28th, 2008 marks the ninth annual PoultryFest celebration ... and it's going to be buckets of fun! Admission is free so join us for a jam packed day of food and frolic in Smithville, Ontario - Canada's Poultry Capital!

Help recognize Niagara's 100 million-dollar-a-year poultry industry and the spirit of our community volunteers.

You'll be entertained all day with shows, competitions, historical and educational displays, kid's activities and lots to eat!!

Check out our website for all the eggciting details!! Email: poultryfest@niagarafarmers.com

This event will feature a 3 on 3 basketball event, Volleyball and street hockey this event will partners with local charities raising dollars for local groups and charities.

This event runs from Jul 12, 2008 through Jul 13, 2008

Phone: 905 -353-9012   Email

Phone: 905 -353-9012   Email

Two great days of the very best in Jazz and Blues in one spectaclular location. For more information phone: 905-934-2106 or email: info@niagarajazzfest.com

There truly is no better time to explore the Niagara region than during the 55th Niagara Wine Festival, celebrating our internationally acclaimed grape and wine industry each September. More than 30 participating wineries open their doors to the world along Niagara’s famous wine route. Or, have the best of Niagara gather for you at the Wine, Cheese & Food Experience in Montebello Park, with dozens of Ontario’s top restaurants, wineries and world class entertainment. Tours and tastings, concerts, Niagara cuisine, artisan shows, wine seminars, family entertainment and one of Canada’s largest street parades, the Niagara Wine Festival offers something for every taste. Selected as Ontario’s Cultural Event of the Year for three years in a row and as one of North America’s Top 100 Events by the American Bus Association for the second year in a row in 2005.