ROUNDUP | What’s happening in Fort Erie this week? [Nov. 16-22, 2026]

Fort Erie Radio Staff
November 14, 2026 at 2:46 AM

What follows is a list of community events happening in Greater Fort Erie between November 16 and 22, 2026. Upcoming events can be submitted to news@forterieradio.ca.

Pop-Up History

What? A storytelling series bringing artifacts and community memories to local cafes.
When? November 17, 2026 @ 11 a.m.
Where? The Fox Shop, 43 Jarvis St., Fort Erie ON L2A 2S3
How? Free to attend.

Pokémon Challenge TCG Day

What? Tournament designed for local players to experience competitive play.
When? November 18, 2026 @ 1 p.m.
Where? The Frugal Dutchman, 304 Ridge Rd. N, Ridgeway, ON L0S 1N0
How? Register online for $10 at frugaldutchman.com.

Cutting Board Workshop

What? Create a festive wood burnt cutting board; drink included.
When? November 18, 2026 @ 5 p.m.
Where? Brimstone Brewing Co., 209 Ridge Rd. N, Ridgeway, ON L0S 1N0
How? Call Jamie at (289) 351-0945; tickets available for $35.

WWII Commonwealth Air Training

What? Presentation on the training of fighter pilots by the Bertie Historical Society.
When? November 18, 2026 @ 6 p.m.
Where? Crystal Ridge Community Centre, 99 Ridge Rd. S, Crystal Beach, ON L0S 1B0
How? Free to attend; all are welcome.

Pasta Dinner

What? Fundraiser for the Ridgeway Lions Club.
When? November 19, 2026 @ 4 p.m.
Where? Crystal Ridge Community Centre, 99 Ridge Rd. S, Crystal Beach, ON L0S 1B0
How? $12 for adults and $6 for children; debit and credit accepted.

Free Skate and Tree Lighting

What? Free skating, tree lighting ceremony and food drive.
When? November 19, 2026 @ 4 p.m.
Where? Fort Erie Leisureplex, 3 Municipal Centre Dr., Fort Erie, ON L2A2S6
How? Free to attend; food drive fundraiser.

Safari Lights

What? Drive through Safari Niagara’s holiday light display; multiple days.
When? November 20, 2026 @ 5:30 p.m.
Where? Safari Niagara, 2821 Stevensville Rd., Stevensville, ON L0S 1S0
How? Tickets starting at $14.95 at safariniagara.com.

Christmas on the Ridge

What? Tree lighting, caroling, a Christmas market, and more.
When? November 20, 2026 @ 6 p.m.
Where? Ridgeway Village Square, Ridgeway, ON L0S 1N0
How? Free to attend.

The René Huard Project

What? Live musical performance and video shoot.
When? November 20, 2026 @ 6 p.m.
Where? Sessions on the River, 133 Niagara Blvd., Fort Erie, ON L2A 3G6
How? No cover charge.

Royal Wood, Kevin California

What? Live musical performance.
When? November 20, 2026 @ 7:30 p.m.
Where? Sanctuary Centre for the Arts, 209 Ridge Rd. N, Ridgeway, ON L0S 1N0
How? Tickets available for $35 at ticketscene.ca.

Youth and Elders Gathering

What? A day of connection, community, music, traditional dance and food.
When? November 21, 2026 @ 8 a.m.
Where? Greater Fort Erie Secondary School,1640 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie, ON L2A 5M4
How? All welcome. Evening ceremony at Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre.

Fall Recital

What? Fort Erie School of Music presents multiple one-hour performance groups.
When? November 21, 2026 @ 9 a.m.
Where? Fort Erie Leisureplex, 3 Municipal Centre Dr., Fort Erie, ON L2A 2S6
How? Free to attend; food bank donations accepted.

Christmas Makers Market

What? Over 35 local makers, artisans, craftsmen, and culinary creatives.
When? November 21, 2026 @ 9 a.m.
Where? The Mill Greenhouses, 2594 Dominion Rd., Ridgeway, ON L0S 1N0
How? Free to attend; bring non-perishables to exchange for prize tickets.

Christmas Craft Show

What? Craft show with vendors, 50/50 tickets and a Christmas raffle.
When? November 21, 2025 @ 9 a.m.
Where? Royal Canadian Legion, 130 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie, ON L2A 6E1
How? Free to attend.

Angel Tree Kickoff

What? Visit the the Centennial library branch and sponsor a child for Christmas.
When? November 21, 2026 @ 9:30 a.m.
Where? Fort Erie Public Library, 136 Gilmore Rd., Fort Erie, ON L2A 3T7
How? Free to attend; donations accepted.

Santa Claus Parade

What? Santa Claus is coming to town with dozens of floats in tow.
When? November 21, 2026 @ 5:30 p.m.
Where? Gilmore Rd. to Central Ave. then Jarvis St.
How? Attend in person; pre-party on Jarvis St. begins at 3:30 p.m.

Ashleigh and the Poor Boys

What? Live musical performance.
When? November 21, 2026 @ 6 p.m.
Where? Royal Canadian Legion, 130 Garrison Rd., Fort Erie, ON L2A 6E1
How? No cover charge.

Music Trivia

What? Music trivia and dessert auction in support of the Desilest Family.
When? November 21, 2006 @ 6 p.m.
Where? The Village Church, 2536 Stevensville Rd., Stevensville, ON L0S 1S0
How? Tickets available for $20 a person or $150 for eight people; email tootallbob@coegco.ca.

Paddy Man and Friends

What? Authentic Irish Christmas musical performance.
When? November 21, 2026 @ 7 p.m.
Where? Sanctuary Centre for the Arts, 209 Ridge Rd. N, Ridgeway, ON L0S 1N0
How? Tickets available for $39 at eventbrite.com.

Crush, Pyramid Theorem

What? Catch two live musical acts.
When? November 21, 2026 @ 8 p.m.
Where? Sessions on the River, 129 Niagara Blvd., Fort Erie, ON L2A 3G6
How? Tickets are $12.50 on tiscketscene.ca.

Christmas Market

What? Art, crafts, food with more than 40 vendors.
When? November 22, 2026 @ 10 a.m.
Where? Fort Erie Conservation Club, 2555 Ott Rd., Stevensville, ON L0S 1S0
How? Free to attend.

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