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There’s a festival for everyone in the Niagara River Region! Check out some of our most popular below and also visit our Calendar of Events for more complete event listings.

Christmas In the Village and Historic Home Tour
December4-5, 2010

Come celebrate Christmas the old fashioned way, with carriage rides, boutique shopping carolers, roasted chestnuts, a parade, outdoor entertainment and refreshments served by our Lewiston businesses.
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All Summer - Free Concerts in the River Region
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Spring Fest - March 24 - 27
Shop and Dine in the Village of Lewiston! Enjoy special promotions, sales, shop to shop contest and more! Show your receipt at various restaurants and receive a special discount/promotion! Contact the Chamber office for more information 754-9500

Lewiston Smelt Festival – May 7-8, 2010
The Village of Lewiston celebrates one of its most famous natural resources: the smelt. Learn more >

10 Mile Garage and Sidewalk Sale – June 5-6, 2010
Discover 10 miles of treasure hunting as more than 100 homeowners participate in a community wide garage sale extending through Lewiston, Youngstown, Ransomville and Sanborn. Hosted by Niagara Frontier Publications.

Lewiston Region Tour of Kitchens– June 12-13, 2010
The Tour of Kitchens is all about beautiful decorating, fabulous tablescapes, kitchens and great food from area restaurants that you get to taste!  A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Historical Associations of Lewiston and Porter.Tickets are $25 and are available on online at www.TourofKitchens.net or by calling (716) 745-7220.

Youngstown Village "Here Comes Summer" Street Dance!- June 24th 6pm - 9pm. Don't miss this Party in the Street! Enjoy Main Street in Youngstown with a Beach Party complete with grass skirts, beach balls, palm trees, hot dogs, vendors and more! Enjoy live entertainment from The Carl Motyka Band!

Lewiston Garden Fest — June 26-27, 2010
This home show for casual and avid gardeners includes activities and displays.
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Old Sanborn Days — July 10-11, 2010
An old-fashioned country fair and craft show at the Sanborn Fire Company Grounds. Learn more >

Niagara Pioneer Int'l Soccer Tournament - July 10-11, 2010
Visit the Niagara Pioneer Soccer League site to learn more.

Youngstown Level Regatta - July 24-25, 2010
One of the largest fresh water regatta’s in the world. World-class sailing in an unbelievably picturesque village.
Visit the Youngstown Yacht Club Regatta site to learn more.

Porter Cup Golf Tournament — July 27-31 2010
The Niagara Falls Country Club is host to the Porter Cup, one of the top amateur golf tournaments in the world. Through the years, it has hosted such PGA greats as Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Davis Love III and other notables. Visit the Porter Cup site or call (716) 282-1204 to learn more.

Youngstown Firemen’s Field Days — July 30 - August 1 2010
Rides, a parade, car show, and of course their legendary chowder!
Visit the Youngstown Volunteer Fire Company site to learn more.

Sanborn-Lewiston Historical Farm Museum Festival— August 14, 2010
This festival is held at the Sanborn-Lewiston Farm Museum in Sanborn, New York and includes a Flea Market, Classic Car Cruise, Antique Engine & Tractor Exhibits, Petting Zoo, and more.
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Lewiston Art Festival — August 14-15, 2010
The Lewiston Art Council presents their annual prestigious two-day art festival along Center Street in Historic Lewiston featuring more than 150 exceptional artists from the USA and Canada. 
Visit the Lewiston Art Council site or call 716.754.0166 to learn more or participate.

Historic Lewiston Jazz Festival — August 27-28, 2010
The annual Historic Lewiston Outdoor and Indoor Jazz Festival features free performances by more than 150 artists in outdoor venues along Center Street and inside of our restaurants and pubs. Plus, a classic car show, a premiere jewelry show and culinary samplings along the street.

Visit the Historic Lewiston Jazz Festival site or call the Chamber at 716.754.9500 to learn more.

Porter on the Lake Labor Day Fest – September 6th 2010
Live music and an incredibly picturesque setting, entertainment throughout the day with food and festivities to entice the entire family.

Niagara County Peach Festival September 10-12 2010
Niagara County’s oldest and largest event!! An old fashioned festival complete with a parade, peach shortcake, great carnival food, entertainment and a midway of exciting rides in Historic Lewiston.
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Village of Lewiston Country Faire and Community Yard Sale - September 18, 2010

Lewiston Harvest Festival — September 25-26 2010
More than 100 of New York State’s finest craft artists are featured in this Annual Outdoor Craft Show along Center Street in Historic Lewiston.
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NYPA Wildlife Festival — September 25-26 2010
Free family fun is in store at the annual Wildlife Festival at the Niagara Power Project’s Power Vista. The event features live birds of prey, old and new world primates, reptiles and exotic animal presentations by renowned wildlife naturalists.
Visit the New York Power Authority site or call 716.286.6661 or 1.866.NYPA.FUN to learn more.

Town of Porter Cabbage Festival — October 3, 2010
Stroll the fairgrounds at the Ransomville Fire Company, sample a variety of cabbage inspired dishes served up by area restaurants, enjoy plenty for the kids to do, and DO NOT miss the Cabbage Leaf Costume Contest!
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River Region Scarecrow Expo — October 2 - 31 2010
Artistic interpretations of Scarecrows will welcome and enchant visitors along the main streets of our four quaint communities: Lewiston, Youngstown, Ransomville and Sanborn.
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Sanborn Winetique Festival — October 17, 2010
Visit Historic Sanborn for a day of antique shopping, wine tasting, musical entertainment, and food.
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