Tonawanda’s Canal Days Festival
Aug. 29-30
Canal Fest transforms the Erie Canal waterfront into a week-long celebration filled with live entertainment, local traditions, artisan vendors, classic cars, food stands, and family-friendly attractions. From browsing the craft show and exploring the canal district to catching a concert, parade, or evening festivities along the water, there’s always something happening throughout the festival grounds. Canal Fest is the kind of event where the day unfolds as you go, with new stops, activities, and experiences around every corner.
Experience Includes:
• Explore food vendors, midway attractions, and waterfront activities
Direct festival access without searching for parking
• Browse hundreds of artisan and craft vendors along the canal
• Secure storage space for artwork, purchases, and festival finds
• Optional additions before or after the festival, including dining, museums, or city stops
• Enjoy live music and entertainment throughout the festival grounds
• Spend the day walking the historic Erie Canal district and discovering different events around every corner
Ideal for:
• Families attending Canal Fest without parking concerns
• Couples looking for a relaxed summer outing
• Friends spending the day exploring together
• Out-of-town visitors attending the festival
• Anyone planning to spend several hours enjoying the festival grounds
Plan your experience
Canal Fest can easily become a full-day outing. Arrive early to explore the craft show and canal district, spend the afternoon enjoying vendors and entertainment, then stay for evening festivities along the waterfront. Meridian can coordinate transportation around your preferred arrival time, group size, and schedule, allowing you to focus on the festival rather than parking, traffic, or logistics.