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Christmas in Gowanda 2023
![Christmas in Gowanda](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/christmasgowanda.jpg?itok=r3JQq4Tg)
Gowanda is a a beautifully quaint community nestled among the hills surrounding Cattaraugus Creek and is coming together for a Christmas Celebration. Come help start off the holiday season downtown with local merchants, train rides all day, Annual tree lighting ceremony, Holiday Spirit Parade and a festive atmosphere for the whole family. Of course we can not forget that Santa and all his helpers will be there to help us celebrate this joyous time of year! Mark your calendars!
Holiday Valley Ranked #5 by Ski Magazine 2013
Holiday Valley Earns High Ranking again in Ski Magazine's Best Ski Resorts in the East!
Activities
Bradley's 3rd Annual Car Show
Carrollton
The Town of Carrollton, New York is on the south border of the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County.
Spring into Adventure 2024
![Spring activities](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/202303-spring-openings-web.jpg?itok=75aHvznq)
It's spring in the Enchanted Mountains, which means... our days get longer, flowers are blooming, and the warmer weather allows us to spend more time enjoying the outdoors! Here's a list of ways you can be active and enjoy spring in the Enchanted Mountains.
Winter Music Jam
![Winter Music Jam in Ellicottville](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/DSC_7565.jpg?itok=gzdrbPx6)
2024 Blueberry Season is Here!
![Blueberries picked in the Enchanted Mountains](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-07/IMG_0884.jpg?itok=xDa8vG02)
Warm Weather Fun!
![Summer Fun Collage](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/spring-photo-collage.jpg?itok=ISs3XQQb)
The start of all of your Spring and Summer Fun is upon us!
Winter Carnival at Holiday Valley Resort 2024
![On top of the Snowbar at Holiday Valley Resort](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/Winter%20Carnival-02.jpg?itok=2usc6BWZ)
Easter Egg Hunt at HoliMont
![Snowboarder at HoliMont](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/012713_0029CMYK.jpg?itok=XL58iqER)
Trails
Activities You'll "Fall" in Love With in 2023
![Road through Allegany State Park in the fall](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/9550303625_f8430af508_o.jpg?itok=SYdOefEb)
The cool nights are setting in and the leaves are starting to change. We know what that means, the fall season is upon us. We put together a bucket list to help you get into the spirit and enjoy some of the fall experiences that the Enchanted Mountains has to offer!
Enchanted Mountains Activities Guide
The Enchanted Mountains magazine (Activities Guide) is the official Activities Guide for Cattaraugus County in Western New York State!
Download our Enchanted Mountains Activities Guide.
Saddle Pond Party
![Saddle Pond at Holimont](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/450644787_1245696256831317_8914447191582810038_n.jpg?itok=Z3zrqg6y)
Holiday Valley, It's Just Fun All Year 'Round - adds E-Bikes!
![Holiday-Valley-2019](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/Holiday-Valley-2019.jpg?itok=i3jxaFh7)
It is sad to say good bye to another great ski season, but at Holiday Valley you’ll find fun all year long.
Solar Eclipse Viewing at the Ellicottville Library
![Challenger Learning Center Logo](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/279559218_418514686940834_5801598436524535377_n_0.jpg?itok=8I0Hsb17)
Activities You'll "Fall" in Love With
![Road through Allegany State Park in the fall](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/9550303625_f8430af508_o.jpg?itok=SYdOefEb)
The cool nights are setting in and the leaves are starting to change. We know what that means, the fall season is upon us. We put together a bucket list to help you get into the spirit and enjoy some of the fall experiences that the Enchanted Mountains has to offer!
Indoor Play
This is a repurposed gym with a trampoline, springboard floor, bounce house and so much more! All the fun a kid could have in one place.
Let the kids climb, jump, tumble, and slide, at the YMCA Family Play Zone. Aside from open play, they also offer themed programs, activity clubs, and birthday party packages.
Tell A Friend Tour at Holiday Valley
![Snowboarders at Holiday Valley Resort](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Learn%20a%20Snowsport%20Month-02.jpg?itok=OKJG3TR7)
Requesting Applications for 2024 Tourism Promotion Grants
If you are having an event in the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County) then you may want to apply for the 2024 Group B Bed Tax Grant Program.
The Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning and Tourism (EDPT) is now accepting applications for the 2024 Cattaraugus County Group B Tourism Promotion Grant Program, due December 8th, 2023.
A portion of the bed tax is intended to provide grants for advertising and promoting various new or expanded tourism events, unique festivals, attractions and experiences that will attract more visitors for extended stays, overnight visits and day getaways. This grant program seeks to establish the importance of programs and opportunities that promote or support the development of specific themes or significant attractions and events, all of which enhance the level of visitor experience in the area.
Eligible applicants include the following:
- Chambers of Commerce without full-time staff,
- business associations,
- non-profit organizations,
- events,
- festivals
- and other tourism associated activities.
Any eligible grantee will partner and coordinate with Cattaraugus County Tourism Department.
For more information please visit the Tourism Promotion Grant Program at EnchantedMountains.com/Group-B
If you have any questions please contact Samantha Hayes at 716-938-2307 or by email at SLHayes [at] cattco.org.
Mardi Gras Weekend 2024
![Mardi Gras Parade in Ellicottville- Photo credit- Ellicottville Chamber](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-02/2022%20Mardi%20Gras-097.jpg?itok=DiCDcdmb)
Santa Express Train Rides
![Santa on the NYLE train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Santa%20Express%20Train%20Ride.jpg?itok=0lKyJVS1)
Kids Mountain Bike Camp
![Mountain bikers at HoliMont](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/442386602_1208143943919882_4968679741617550335_n.jpg?itok=yYqNMcRS)