3 Things to Know About Visiting Niagara Falls in October

  1. October has fewer crowds than summer Weekdays in October offer significantly lighter crowds, letting you move through viewing platforms without the usual summer congestion.

  2. Canadian Thanksgiving weekend is an exception The second Monday in October is Canadian Thanksgiving, which can bring back heavy crowds for that weekend.

  3. Plan around the holiday for the best experience Visit on weekdays or avoid the Thanksgiving weekend entirely to enjoy the lower crowds that make October a sweet spot.