RBC Opening Night

September 17, 2010 @ Montebello Park

5:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Sponsored by RBC. Featuring Courtney Farquhar, Matt Dusk and Great Lake Swimmers. A free, all-ages event not to be missed!

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RBC Awards

September 17, 2010 @

5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

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RBC Opening Ceremonies

September 17, 2010 @ Montebello Park

6:30 PM

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Family Day & Indie Night

September 18, 2010 @ Montebello Park

11:00 AM to 10:30 PM

Sponsored by BMO Bank of Montreal. Featuring The Golden Hammers, Polka Dot Doors' Environment & Special Earth Month shows, Permtones, Groove Hammers, British Invasion and Desire- A Tribute to U2. Jacelyn Holmes 5:15-5:45pm, John Boyd 5:45-6:15pm. Free, All-Ages

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Pied Piper Parade

September 18, 2010 @ Downtown St. Catharines

12:00 PM

Celebrate a special day of purple pride as the Festival invites the children of Niagara to participate in this year’s parade. Kids will be led by the Official Pied Piper and parade marshall Mr. Grape through Montebello Park. After the parade, kids can relax with a complimentary cupcake and grape juice. Prizes awarded to the best themed costume include starring in the Grande Parade.

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Mayor's Grape Stomp

September 18, 2010 @ Montebello Park

1:00 PM

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Discovery Pass program

September 18, 2010 to September 19, 2010 @ More than 30 Participating Wineries

The Discovery Pass is your gateway to six Niagara wineries to enjoy VQA wine and culinary pairings throughout the two weekends of the Niagara Wine Festival. Just $30 per pass. Call 905-688-0212 to order.

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Live Music Entertainment

September 19, 2010 @ Montebello Park

12:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Sponsored by Henley Honda. Featuring The Black Spurs, Scott Normandy, Tim Hicks & Hazzard County, A Sea of Gold and Burgundy, and Michael Wainwright. Free, All-Ages

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In-park Entertainment

September 24, 2010 @ Montebello Park

5:00 PM to 10:30 PM

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The Caverners

September 24, 2010 @ WestJet Centre Stage

8:30 PM to 10:30 PM

Sponsored by Meridian. Audiences have been raving about the all Canadian tribute to the Beatles known as the Caverners. These boys have yet to perform without crowds screaming, stamping their feet and yelling for more. Every part of the show is done with the utmost authenticity right down to the Liverpudlian accents. Every piece of Caverner costume and gear has that unmistakable Beatles look, right down to the British Vox amplifiers and the classic Ludwig Ringo drum kit. All the great songs are there too, everything from She Loves You to Day Tripper, from Help! and A Hard Days Night to Get Back and Hey Jude. It's a ride you won't want to miss! From 6:30-8pm, enjoy a performance from Niagara’s premier party rock band, Slider! Retro-cool Rock and Roll from the 70s, 80s and beyond. Free, All-Ages

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