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Olean
Olean is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The name is derived from the Latin word "oleum" due to the discovery of crude oil in nearby Ischua.
38th Annual Strawberry Festival
Fall Vendor Show at Good Times of Olean
Good Times of Olean will be hosting a Fall Vendor Show Extravaganza on Saturday, November 2nd from 12pm-5pm at Good Times of Olean located at 800 E State St, Olean.
Admission is free! Come indulge your senses with delicious food & drinks, and great LIVE music while you explore different vendors selling hand made crafts, collectables, and more! Spread the word, rally your friends, and come make some great memories at Good Times of Olean!
HillTap Festival @ Holiday Valley
Olean Community Theatre Presents: Olean Community Humorists
The Holistic Healing & Wellness Fair
You're invited to the Holistic Healing & Wellness Fair in Olean, NY on Sunday, August 17th from 10am until 4pm. This event is free admission!
This event is a full day of healing, inspiration, and high vibes. Whether you're into mind, body, spirit, or just looking for a beautiful day in the park, there is something for everyone.
Here’s what’s waiting for you:
Olean Speaker Series- Native American Arrowheads
Join the Olean Historical Society for the 2026 Speaker series, with a presentation by Dana Klein about Native American Arrowheads at 6:30pm on July 20th.
The event will be held outside, so bring your lawn char and meet on the museum's side lawn. If it rains, the event will be held indoors.
The event will be held at 302 Laurens Street in Olean, NY.
HillTap Festival @ Holiday Valley
Seneca Sips Beer and Wine Festival
Join Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino outside for an exciting festival of sips, bites, and local community!
General Admission Sampler- $50
Includes a tasting at each brewery & winery vendor, food tastings, and $20 Free Slot Play.
General Admission Non-Sampler- $35
Includes food tastings, 2 non-alcoholic drink tickets, and $20 Free Slot Play.
Age 21+ only
Summer Music Festival
Olean's Santa Claus Lane Parade 2023
Come join Santa and Mrs. Claus as they officially light the town's holiday decorations! This festive Annual Santa Claus Lane Parade is held annually on the Friday after Thanksgiving and the traditional kick-off to the holiday season. Santa will be in attendance and light up thousands of lights in Lincoln Park and downtown Olean when he parades through town in celebration.
Below is a video that highlights the 2016 parade, from the Olean Times Herald, produced by Adam Miller.
Olean Speaker Series- Fannie Bartlett House
Join the Olean Historical Society for the 2026 Speaker series, with a presentation by Gail Feuchter. She will be speaking on the history of the Fannie Bartlett House at 6:30pm on June 15th.
The event will be held outside, so bring your lawn char and meet on the museum's side lawn. If it rains, the event will be held indoors.
The event will be held at 302 Laurens Street in Olean, NY.
Craft Fair
The Southern Tier Catholic School PTA will be hosting a Craft Fair on Saturday, June 20th from 10am - 3pm at the Southern Tier Catholic School on 921 N Union St, Olean, NY.
This FREE event is rain or shine and contains indoor and outdoor vendors.
Please note: Indoor vendors are not wheelchair accessible.
Any quesitons please email pta [at] walshstcs.org!
Olean's Community Wide Garage Sales
Griffis Sculpture Park 2025 Events
62nd Annual WNY Maple Festival
Olean's Community Wide Garage Sales
60th Annual WNY Maple Festival
Olean's Community Wide Garage Sales
Tracy Byrd Concert at the Cattaraugus County Fair
61st Annual WNY Maple Festival
Paddling Events for Spring and Early Summer 2024
Olean's Santa Claus Lane Parade 2025
Come join Santa and Mrs. Claus as they officially light the town's holiday decorations! This festive Annual Santa Claus Lane Parade is held annually on the Friday after Thanksgiving and the traditional kick-off to the holiday season. Santa will be in attendance and light up thousands of lights in Lincoln Park and downtown Olean when he parades through town in celebration.
Tyler Hubbard at the Cattaraugus County Fair