On Saturday, May 6, 2023, Niagara Parks will celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty The Queen by offering free admission to the Floral Showhouse and the Butterfly Conservatory, followed by a special illumination of Niagara Falls that evening.
Niagara Parks joins the Ontario government and other cultural attractions across the Province in helping Ontarians commemorate this historic occasion. The King’s Coronation marks the first coronation of a Canadian Head of State in seven decades.
The Floral Showhouse will be opening for the season on Saturday, May 6, presenting their spectacular Hydrangea Display. Visitors to both the Floral Showhouse and the Butterfly Conservatory will receive free admission on Saturday, May 6.
“The Ontario government is celebrating the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III by inviting everyone to visit the Floral Showhouse and the Butterfly Conservatory for free on May 6,” said Neil Lumsden, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport. “Whether it’s your first time visiting or you’re a regular guest, I encourage you to take advantage of this exciting opportunity and experience everything Niagara Parks has to offer.”
“Niagara Parks is proud to join the Ontario government and other cultural attractions by taking part in this provincial initiative to help Ontarians commemorate this historic event,” said Niagara Parks Chair April Jeffs.
From 10 p.m. to 11 p.m. the evening of May 6, Niagara Falls will be illuminated in emerald green, joining other landmarks across the province and country.
To learn more about celebrations across Ontario for Coronation Day, please see the media release issued by the Province here.
About Niagara Parks
Since its establishment in 1885, Niagara Parks has remained a self-financed agency of the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, entrusted to preserve and protect the land surrounding Niagara Falls and the Niagara River. Today, Niagara Parks boasts gardens, a horticulture school, recreation, golf courses, restaurants, heritage and historic sites, gift shops and, of course, Niagara Falls. In short, natural landscapes, history, family fun, hiking, culinary delights, attractions and adventure.
