Ellicottville, New York

Ellicottville, New York is a charming little ski town in Western New York with two ski resorts, Holiday Valley and HoliMont. Historic Ellicottville isn't just for the Winter Season as it is a year-round destination with boutiques, restaurants and great shops!

References:

The Cattaraugus County Bicentennial History Book
Ellicottville Historical Museum

Sites about Ellicottville, New York

Upcoming Events

Holimont's Anticipated Opening Day!

Date(s): Fri, 12/14/2018 - 9:00am - Sun, 12/16/2018 - 4:20pm

Holimont has started Snowmaking! This private ski resort, which opens their doors to non-members with the weekday pass, anticipates an opening date of Dec 14th. With 21 new Super Pole Cat Fan Snow Guns, they have been able to produce far more snow, to assist Mother Nature when necessary.

Consumer Demo Day at Holiday Valley

Date(s): Sat, 12/15/2018 - 9:00am - 3:00pm

Demo Day returns! This is a great chance to try this year's equipment on snow before you buy - for FREE! The industry's best brands will be on-hand for a FREE consumer demo. Try it, test it, rip it, then head to one of Ellicottville's shops (who will also be there) to buy it.

Holiday Valley's 2018/2019 New Years Eve Celebration and Torchlight Parade

Date(s): Mon, 12/31/2018 - 9:00pm - Tue, 01/01/2019 - 1:00am

Join in the fun from 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM on December 31 with a family friendly event on the Holiday Valley Lodge main floor, and an adult party in the T-Bar on the top floor. The Lodge is the perfect location to view the torchlight parade on Cindy's Run at 11:15 and the fireworks at 11:45 with the Grand Finale at midnight!

Places

Holiday Valley Tubing Company

Grab your friends and family and head over to the Holiday Valley Tubing Company. Tubing is fun for all ages. All you have to do is sit down, hang on and experience the exhilaration of pure winter fun! The Tubing Company has up to 12 lanes and 2 handle tows...they will pull you back up the hill! The Holiday Valley Tubing Company is located on Rt.

The Purple Doorknob

The Purple Doorknob is located in the heart of Ellicottville's business district. The store known for its colorful, texture rich antiques and art has taken a step in a new direction. The Purple Doorknob now sells socks!

Bear Paw Shoppe

Now you will be able to find a little bit of your favorite park, Allegany State Park, in the Village of Ellicottville! Bear Paw Shoppe will feature "camping style" decor, gemstones, t-shirts, picture frames, mugs, jewelry, and seasonal items.

Videos

Black Widow Course and updates at Sky High Adventure Park

Holiday Valley Resort gives you an exclusive preview of what's new at Sky High Aerial Adventure Park for 2014.
Holiday Valley Downhill

Watch Dennis Baldwin, owner of Bike and Bean in Ellicottville, NY as he rides down the Single Track at Holiday Valley. Makes it look too easy!!
Mardi Gras at Holiday Valley

Watch the Dummy Downhill from above, as Richard Josker flies his drone above the slopes. This was just part of the fun over the weekend at Holiday Valley's Mardi Gras celebration. Thanks Richard!