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Fireworks in Cattaraugus County 2023

Fireworks

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.

Salamanca Area Historical Society honors Ray Evans 2013

Ray Evans

Perhaps a little known fact is that Ray Evans, co-lyricist of the Christmas Classic was a native of Salamanca, NY.  Salamanca knows it however, and honors him each year with the Silver Bells Festival.  Now there's one more way he is forever remembered in the town in which he was born and raised i

Learn about the Seneca-Iroquois History

Inside the Onohsagwe:de Cultural Center

The Onöhsagwë:dé Cultural Center is an impressive facility that houses the Seneca-Iroquois National Museum.

The interactive and informational exhibits tell the history of the Seneca, from the Creation Story to present day.

While there are opportunities to touch and listen to certain components of the exhibits, tours are also available and highly recommended.

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Santa and Mrs. Claus at Santa Claus Lane Parade

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.

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Kids in the Santa Claus Lane Parade

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.

Requesting Applications for 2024 Tourism Promotion Grants

Submitted by Samantha Hayes on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 11:45

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.

Guide for Steelhead Fishing in Cattaraugus Creek

Cattaraugus Creek offers over 34 miles of steelhead angling opportunities from Lake Erie to the Springville Dam. A portion of the stream and its lower tributaries are on Seneca Nation of Indian Lands, so if you plan to fish there, you will need a license for the Reservation.

Spring Openings 2024

Boys on a rock at Rock City Park

Enjoy the fresh air and wide open spaces that the Enchanted Mountains has to offer with these spring openings!

Hike the trails at Griffis Sculpture Park, that's located on 450 acres, to discover 250+ steel sculp

So Much Diversity this Weekend

Looking for something to do this weekend?(July 17-18, 2010) We know summer in Western New York is busy for everyone but if you are looking for something a little different this is the weekend of options!

Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

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Events

Events in Cattaraugus County, the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State.

Spring Openings 2025

Boys on a rock at Rock City Park

Breathe in the fresh air and relish the expansive beauty of the Enchanted Mountains with these exciting spring openings!

Explore the scenic trails at Griffis Sculpture Park, which spans 450 acres and showcases over 250 steel scu

The Top Inland Trout Streams in Cattaraugus County

This is designed as a guide to anglers in locating the higher quality stocked and un-stocked trout streams in western NY. It is not intended as a list of all the wild trout streams, nor all the streams where trout are stocked. Lists of all stocked streams are available from this office.

Embracing Autumn Adventures

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As the leaves start to change and a crispness fills the air, there’s an undeniable excitement that comes with the arrival of fall!