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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
![Dragging a Christmas tree that was cut down](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/Berry-Patch-Christmas-Tree.jpg?itok=rcvKY8WQ)
Do you love having a real Christmas tree to decorate?
Jazz & Blues Weekend
Easter Egg Hunt at HoliMont
![Snowboarder at HoliMont](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/012713_0029CMYK.jpg?itok=XL58iqER)
Rhinestone Cowgirls at Seneca Allegany Casino
Easter Charcuterie Board Workshop
![Easter Bunny with eggs](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/131677.png?itok=_WMY6Oup)
Ellicottville Gazebo Series
Total Eclipse Party at HoliMont
Allegany State Park Equestrian Trails
Trails:
Allegany State Park has set aside 55 miles of trails spread out on 65,000 acres, specifically for summertime equestrian use. The horse trails are on a series of interconnecting loop trails that utilize gravel park roads, abandoned town roads and abandoned railroad rights-of-way. You will ride on hillside, rolling and level trails.
Footing:
Good footing for horses throughout woodland settings.
Markings:
There is an informative free horse trail map that can be obtained in the park rental offices.
Fireworks at Bradner Stadium
![Fireworks at Bradner Stadium](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/446857876_1224303318937919_4597317937335551174_n.jpg?itok=FjPlCsw7)
Halloween Train Ride
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/73162656_1185797724963643_2967697645620953088_o-1_0.jpg?itok=8Jcg-8lj)
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!
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.
Ellicottville's Fall Festival
![Fall Festival in Ellicottville](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2476.jpg?itok=CYpBEYQN)
Showdown Throwdown
![Inside Daily City Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/chris%20lip.jpg?itok=dfmHFwNN)
Demolition Derby
![Demolition Derby at the Cattaraugus County Fair](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/demolition%20derby.jpg?itok=RMT5YOxK)
Totality Bash at Holiday Valley Resort
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
![Christmas Trees](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/berry-patch-christmas-trees.png?itok=wFOdm_sH)
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.
Franklinville
The Town of Franklinville is an interior town, located in the northeast quadrant of the county.
Fireworks in Cattaraugus County 2023
![Fireworks](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-11/firework%20collage.jpg?itok=RwK1pEHW)
Are you ready to watch fireworks light up the sky? There are many locations in Cattaraugus County offering a display!
June 29th, 2023
Fireworks at the Ellicottville Championship Rodeo. After the 7:00pm show, Rodeo tickets are needed.
All Aboard
Take a train ride along the countryside of the Enchanted Mountains. The New York and Lake Erie Railroad offers featured rides throughout the year.. All of the train rides are round trips that depart from the Gowanda Depot.
Hop aboard with the Easter Bunny, tell Santa your wish list, solve a murder mystery, enjoy the fall foliage, and so many other rides to choose from!
Ellicottville Championship Rodeo
![Ellicottville Rodeo, photo credit- Chuck Jaquith](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/CGJ_2595.jpg?itok=Z6ls72-u)
Cattaraugus County Geology Trail
Many people are surprised to hear of the natural wonders that can be found less than an hour south of the great Niagara Falls in the quiet, rural Cattaraugus County. Rock cities, ancient glacial valleys, vertical-cliffed gorges, and continental divides are just a few of the sights one may see on a day trip through the area.
See the Gingerbread North Union Street Display at the TCAC
![Arts Council as a Gingerbread house](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-12/405104376_10232077253053419_2258966667369381923_n.jpg?itok=PYkwgJqh)
The scale-model of the North Union Street features familiar buildings and businesses crafted from gingerbread, icing and candy is currently on display at the Tri-County Arts Council.