Every August long weekend, Port Colborne hosts tall ships, free concerts, midway rides, and canal-side patios across 4 main areas. Tap any zone below to see what happens there and where to park.
Tall ships, street food, patio music, and canal-side vendors along historic West Street.
What you'll find here: Best for walking along the canal, boarding tall ships, and grabbing lunch on a patio. West Street closes to car traffic during the festival so you can stroll safely.
Parking & Easy Access: Park near Charlotte St, King St municipal lots, or take the free festival shuttle.
Main evening concert stage, family midway rides, food trucks, and Lake Erie breeze.
What you'll find here: Bring a lawn chair for the free evening concerts on the main stage overlooking Marina Drive and Lake Erie. Flat paved pathways and accessible washrooms are available near the pavilion.
Parking & Easy Access: Free shuttle stop at Sugarloaf St, or bike/walk from downtown in 10 minutes.
Watch giant Great Lakes ships pass through one of the longest canal locks in the world.
What you'll find here: Covered viewing platform, shaded benches, and easy flat access right off Mellanby Ave—ideal for seniors, grandparents, and kids who want to see ships up close without big crowds.
Parking & Easy Access: Free parking lot right beside Lock 8 Gateway Park on Mellanby Ave.
Heritage village buildings, blacksmith & craft demos, and Arabella's Tea Room.
What you'll find here: Step into shaded heritage grounds with pioneer demonstrations, local history exhibits, and homemade scones and tea at Arabella's Tea Room.
Parking & Easy Access: Street parking along King St and Fielden Ave next to Roselawn Centre.