Music Niagara Celebrates its 28th Season in 2026!
Music Niagara’s Fall Series
2026 Fall Season
Baltic Trio
Thursday October 29 – 7:00pm
Spirit in Niagara - 458 Lakeshore Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake
2026 Fall Season
Arts Unbound
Sunday November 1 – 5:00pm
Queen's Landing (Vintage Hotel) - 155 Byron St, Niagara-on-the-Lake
2026 Fall Season
Lark Ascending
Classical performances and read memoirs – all donations to Last Post Fund.
Wednesday November 11 – 1100am
St. Mark's Church - 41 Byron Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Music Niagara’s New Winter Wine and Music Festival coming soon….November 25-28, 2026. Details to be announced.
An Unforgettable 28th Season
As our 28th Season comes to a close and summer begins to wind down, we find ourselves reflecting on what an extraordinary season it has been.
From the beautiful voices of the Lithuanian Boys’ Choir Dagilėlis and our inspiring Young Virtuosos Series, to the extraordinary artistry of the three-time JUNO Award-winning Gryphon Trio, five sold-out performances and the launch of our exciting new Jazz Series, this summer was filled with unforgettable moments.
Our new Jazz Series celebrated Women in Jazz and brought an exciting new energy to the Festival. Alex Pangman, Canada’s Sweetheart of Swing, opened the series in style, and we concluded with a full house for Heather Bambrick & Friends featuring “Broadsway” — a wonderful way to close an unforgettable first season of jazz at Music Niagara.
We celebrated music in all its forms — from our moving Glory to Ukraine concert in June, to the soulful gospel sounds of Jeremiah Sparks, bringing his remarkable talent from the Shaw Festival stage to the Music Niagara stage, and the Toronto All-Star Big Band celebrating its remarkable 30th anniversary with us.
Our Pops Series brought energy, laughter and pure joy to our Festival Tent at Ironwood Cider House: the endlessly entertaining Quartetto Gelato; the step-dancing and fiddling Fitzgerald siblings; The Undercovers; the infectious Gypsy jazz of Club Django Toronto; and a Dueling Pianos finale that had the audience on its feet!
Throughout the summer, Music Niagara continued to bring exceptional live music to audiences at affordable prices in some of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s most beautiful settings — from our Festival Tent at Ironwood Cider House to Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery, beautiful historic churches and Spirit in Niagara Distillery. Classical, jazz, gospel, pops, choral music, emerging artists and Canadian favourites — there truly was something for everyone.
None of this happens without an extraordinary community behind us.
To our loyal supporters who have been with Music Niagara for many years, and to everyone who joined us for the very first time this summer: thank you. Every ticket purchased, every concert attended, every donation and every word shared with a friend helps keep live music thriving in our community.
A very special thank you to our wonderful Volunteer Coordinator, Dianne Hall, and her incredible team of volunteers. Their generosity, enthusiasm and countless hours behind the scenes are an essential part of everything we do.
Paul Shelestowsky, Chair, Music Niagara’s Board of Directors, Atis Bankas, Artistic Director, and Karen Lade, General Manager, extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make our 28th Season such a success.
To our government funders, sponsors, donors, venue partners, volunteers, longtime supporters and first-time audience members, thank you for believing in Music Niagara and for helping us bring exceptional live music, meaningful community experiences and opportunities for young artists to Niagara-on-the-Lake.
We are deeply grateful for your continued support and for being part of the Music Niagara community.
And the music is not over yet!
On November 1, join us at 5:00 PM at Queen’s Landing for the 2nd Annual Arts Unbound — Celebrating Arts & Culture Beyond Limits, an inspiring evening of storytelling and live performance celebrating artists living with disabilities. After the performance, continue the evening with dinner at Queen’s Landing at 7:00 PM and make a night of it. Tickets and information: https://www.showpass.com/
On November 11, we will once again come together for our traditional Remembrance Day concert following the ceremony in Niagara-on-the-Lake, in support of the Last Post Fund.
And this winter, we are thrilled to introduce a brand-new Winter Wine & Music Series — four back-to-back evenings of exceptional music, Niagara wine and winter hospitality in Niagara-on-the-Lake, brought to you by and in support of Tourism Niagara-on-the-Lake. Stay tuned as we reveal the artists, venues and full details for this exciting new winter experience.
Thank you for an unforgettable summer, for supporting live music and for being part of the Music Niagara family. We cannot wait to welcome you back.
About Music Niagara
Music Niagara presents world-class, diverse music experiences in unique and intimate settings that connect the community and beyond, educate and inspire audiences and artists, and enhance Niagara-on-the-Lake’s rich heritage and culture.
We believe that by working in collaboration with community partners we can enrich the cultural life of the community and its visitors.
Sponsor our 28th Anniversary in 2026
As Music Niagara approaches its 28th anniversary in 2026, we reflect on the profound impact we’ve made through our dedication to offering world-class, diverse musical experiences within Niagara-on-the-Lake’s unique and intimate settings. Our mission extends beyond performance; it is about creating connections, inspiring audiences and artists, and enriching the cultural and historical fabric of our region.
With our 27th year behind us, filled with gratitude for the community’s unwavering support, we’ve brought an array of musical delights to Niagara-on-the-Lake. Our varied programming, which includes a Summer Festival and numerous concerts throughout the year, has educated, entertained, and inspired.
The 2026 Summer Season at Music Niagara promises not only a showcase of exceptional talent but also a celebration of music that bridges cultures and communities, set against the beautiful backdrop of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s most cherished venues.
We warmly invite you to discuss how you can join us in making the 28th Anniversary Summer Festival a landmark event.
Music Niagara Venues
Niagara Wineries, St. Mark’s Church, Vintage Hotels and more!
Music Niagara matches each musical performance with a unique and intimate setting in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Audiences are able to combine their enjoyment of great music with a deeper appreciation of Niagara’s rich heritage history and its cultural offerings.