Take your family and friends to Triple R Rodeo for the "Bulls & Barrels" events held seasonally, on the third Friday of each month. The Ellicottville Championship Rodeo invites you to take a step back in time to experience non-stop wild western action held annually.
Go for a paddle on the Allegheny River as it flows through the beautiful Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State.
These should take about an hour of paddling at a leisurely pace (2-3 mph).
Lyndon is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York.
Through the generosity of the community businesses and organizations listed below, the City of Olean Youth Bureau & Recreation Department is offering free admission for public ice skating the following dates and times. There is a $3.00 skate rental fee.
Special appearance by Santa on December 24th from 12-2pm. Free admission, just a $3 rental fee. Sponsored by the Olean Rotary Club.
Immerse yourself in the holiday magic at Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theatre on December 7th, 2024, at 2:00 PM, with a spectacular performance by The Springville Jazz Orchestra.
Tickets are $5 per person, available for purchase at the door or at these locations:
Come join in for an afternoon of festive tunes and joyful moments!
As snow blankets the majestic peaks, the Enchanted Mountains come alive with the spirit of Christmas! Picture twinkling lights reflecting off frosty pines, cheerful carolers serenading under a starry sky, and the scent of hot cocoa mingling with the crisp winter air.
Hike along one of the 18 trails at Allegany State Park. 3 trails are self-guided nature trails and if you want an easy stroll, there's 3.1 miles of paved trail around Red House Lake.
Come celebrate the proud history and traditions of Native American people at Seneca Allegany Casino. The Resort and Casino will be hosting a community dinner & social!
Enjoy Haudenosaunee social songs & dances, plus talented Native artisans & craft vendors.
Join EBC Little Valley for a brand-new Thursday Night Trivia series! Gather your friends, grab a pint, and get ready to unleash your inner trivia buff! Mark your calendars: Trivia Nights will take place every other Thursday from 6:30pm - 8:00pm, starting April 4th.
To fuel your brainpower, Happy Hour will be extended from 4-8pm on trivia nights! Come show off your random knowledge and compete for bragging rights!
There will be three, two-person one act plays performed.
The Guerrilla Theatre Project will arrive at the sculpture park on Friday evening, then proceed to write three brand new one-act plays, audition performers, rehearse and perform the plays - all in 24 hours. The performances will take place at 7:00 p.m. at different locations at the Mill Valley Road section of the park.
Discover the fascinating world of frogs and toads in this hands-on learning experience. This is open to all ages! The event will take place at the Lillibridge property of Pfeiffer Nature Center at 12pm on Sunday, July 27th.
Donation request of $5
The Silver Bells Parade will take place on Sunday, December 8, 2024 starting at 6:00pm.
Visit Salamanca to celebrate with the Silver Bells Parade and SANTA!
Main Street and Jefferson Street Park in Salamanca.
To participate in the parade, please go the Seneca Salamanca Chamber of Commerce's website for forms and applications.
Limestone Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a Car Show on July 12th from 9am until 4pm in front of and inside the Limestone Firemen's Club. There will also be a Chinese auction and serve food at the community center.
Join the Gowanda Area Chamber of Commerce every Thursday in July at beautiful Chang Hu Park for FREE live music, food, snacks, 50/50 raffles, and fun for the whole community!
2026 Lineup-
7/2 – Bad Management
7/9 – Paul Zittel & Pure Country
7/16 – Smokin’ Dog
7/23 – Crash Cadillac
7/30 – Tennessee Whiskey
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy great music under the summer sky!
Food & drinks available with proceeds supporting future Chamber events.
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!
The blog was created after the adventure in 2010.
Tucked into the foothills of the Enchanted Mountains, Gowanda, NY is the kind of small town that surprises you—in the best way. From great food and historic charm to locally made treasures and peaceful countryside drives, it’s easy to turn a simple visit into a full day of fun.
