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Cattaraugus County Art Council Announces New Name in 2018!

The Cattaraugus County Arts Council is now officially the Tri-County Arts Council!
New Spray Pad Water Park Added at Franklinville Campground 2021

Empire State Development (ESD) today announced the completion of an $800,000 expansion and enhancement project at Triple R Camping Resort in Franklinville, Cattaraugus County.
Boardroom Banked Slalom 2024

If you love snowboarding, this is the event for you. Great for spectating! Vendor Village and cookout on the Champagne Sundeck at the Yodeler Lodge.
Discounted lift tickets for competitors and lodging are available. Assumption of risk form must be signed by a parent if competitor is under 18.
Photo credit: Holiday Valley Resort
Christmas in Allegany- Opening Night with Parade

Celebrate opening night of the Allegany Santa House with Santa's arrival by the Allegany Fire Department. This is a free event to come see Santa, and enjoy a beautiful decorated Santa House with Elf Shack containing basket raffles to help support this community event.
It's Christmas In Allegany Santa House season!
Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at their house in Allegany.
Additional Dates:
- December 5th
- December 7th
- December 12th
- December 14th
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Brand Guide
Naturally Yours to Enjoy! The Enchanted Mountains is our brand for Cattaraugus County, in South-Western New York. Due to the abundance of places to enjoy outdoor activities and our small communities, we feel that no matter where you are from you will find a spot to love in the Enchanted Mountains. For the development of the Enchanted Mountains Brand, we talk about the sensory things, like visual identity - the EM logo, use of colors and the way we write in various ways. We want the Enchanted Mountains to be a trusted source for traveling in Western New York State. This is the dynamic foundation of the Enchanted Mountains brand.
Residents
Most residents follow the "work hard, play hard" and find a place to relax.
Purpose
The beauty and natural assets of Cattaraugus County serve as the foundation of the Enchanted Mountains promotional efforts. You combine that with all the high quality tourism-related "infrastructure" and you have a great place to live, learn, work and play
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Brand Truth
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Adjectives
- Natural
- Enchanted
- Mystical
Promise
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Brand Story
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Core Elements
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Logos
View the Logos of the Enchanted Mountains
Tone of Voice
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Photography
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Typography
Fonts for the Enchanted Mountains
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Color Palette
Colors for the Enchanted Mountains. The two base colors of the EM brand are blue and green.
Jump to the section on Enchanted Mountains Colors
Social
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Video & Motion
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End-Frame Design
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Location Markers
Dueling Pianos at Ellicottville Brewing - Little Valley

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at the Seneca Allegany Resort and Casino

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.
Summer Music Festival

Olean's Santa Claus Lane Parade 2024

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.
Dueling Pianos at EBC at Little Valley

Trivia Night at EBC Little Valley!

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!
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!
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at the Seneca Allegany Resort and Casino

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!
There will be Fry Bread & Corn Soup, Traditional Singers & Dancers, Handmade Native Crafts, and Collectibles available!
Chautauqua-Allegheny Tourism Region
Chautauqua County, the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County) and the Western NY Wilds (Allegany County) comprise the Chautauqua-Allegheny Tourism Region, which is located in South Western New York State.
Allegany County - Western NY Wilds
Allegany County is known for where nature and art meet, the Wellsville Balloon Rally, the Genesee River, ATV parks and the Bare Knuckle Boxing Museum.
Tourism Promotion Program
Cattaraugus County's Tourism Promotion Grant Program, also known as the Bed Tax Grant Program, accepts funding applications, that support and encourage tourism promotion in Cattaraugus County, New York (the Enchanted Mountains).
Funding Source
The program's funding source is the County's share of taxes collected from overnight stays, bed taxes, within the County. This funding source is split into the following two groups:
Group A
Several Chambers of Commerce with full-time staff.
Group B
Business associations, non-profit organizations, events, festivals, chambers of commerce without full-time staff and other tourism-associated activities.
Program Contact
This grant is managed by Tourism in the Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning & Tourism (Catt. County EDPT).
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.
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.
Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater Presents: The Springville Jazz Orchestra

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:
- McCormack's Hardware
- Jesse's Home and Gifts
- Brenda at Community Bank
Come join in for an afternoon of festive tunes and joyful moments!
Quick Center’s ArtMobile celebrates 10 years of visiting local libraries in 2018

The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at St. Bonaventure University kicks off its 10-year anniversary this month participating in the National Summer Reading Program, making stops at public libraries across New York and Pennsylvania.
UppenOvr at Holiday Valley 2025

UppenOvr at Holiday Valley

Discover Pumpkinville: Your Ultimate Fall Destination

As autumn breezes in and the leaves begin to paint the landscape in hues of gold and crimson, there's one destination that captures the essence of the season like no other: Pumpkinville.
"Bah-maste" - Goat Yoga at Canticle Farm 2020

Yoga is the best exercise to connect our mind, body and soul. It helps us get to our natural state allowing our minds to be at peace.