Tour the African American Center for Cultural Development
Ellicottville Distillery will host their 5th annual Distilled & Chilled Music Festival!
Craft Beer, Food Trucks & Craft Vendors Onsite!
Get ready for some "Old Time Rock & Roll" as Gowanda's Historic Hollywood theater presents Brave Strangers: A Tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band!
Tickets - $25
Get your tickets by visiting, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brave-strangers-tickets, at McCormack's Hardware, Honk's Grape & Grain, Jesse's Home & Gifts, Benda at Community Bank or just get at the door!
Join the Little Valley Riders Club for a fun-filled evening of square dancing, country, and fifties music on May 25th, 2025, from 7 pm to 11 pm!
It's a family-friendly event, so bring the kids along. Feel free to bring your own drinks and snacks. No horses required – just come for the dance and good times!
Join in for the HoliTrot Fall Festival Trail Run!
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate the vibrant autumn season at HoliMont! You're invited to the exciting HoliTrot Fall Festival Trail Run, featuring a Kids Race and a scenic 5k trail run through our beautiful trails.
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Celebrate the season with a country superstar! Having five number 1 singles to her name, including “Suds In A Bucket” and “Born To Fly,” this Country Music Award winning artist has recently been invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Enjoy all the well-known hits along with Christmas favorites like “Run Rudolph Run” as Sara Evans brings the spirit of the holidays to the Seneca Allegany Event center for one magical night!
Get ready for a night of fun and frights at Allegany State Park’s Spooky Family Bike Ride! Here’s everything you need to know:
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Join Ellicottville Distillery for their annual Christmas Tree Bonfire on Saturday January 20th! They open at 12pm that day, Live Music with Kody & Herren from 5pm-8pm, lighting the fire around 6pm. Bring your used Christmas Trees to add to the pile!
Take a trip back in time with a Victorian Christmas at the Fannie Bartlett House in Olean, the Friday after Thanksgiving. Watch the Santa Claus Lane Parade before or after touring this beautifully restored mansion built in 1881 with 15 rooms, including a third-floor ballroom.
The historic house will be adorned with Christmas decorations during its annual open house on Friday from 6-9pm. There will be refreshments and raffle baskets, proceeds to benefit the Bartlett House.
EXCITING NEWS! Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater is thrilled to present the United States Air Force Heritage of America Band in Concert! Join in on Sunday, March 23th at 3:00pm for an unforgettable afternoon of music and patriotism!
THIS EVENT IS COMPLETELY FREE!
To secure your tickets, visit one of the following local spots:
Get in the holiday spirit and unleash your creativity as you decorate delicious cookies with a variety of colorful frostings, sprinkles, and edible decorations. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned baker, this hands-on workshop is perfect for all ages and skill levels.
During the workshop, you'll learn tips and tricks from Cupcaked Bakery, who will guide you through different techniques to create beautiful and unique designs. It's a great opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones, make new friends, and take home some scrumptious treats to share.
Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater proudly presents Centennial Hollywood Happening on Saturday, April 18th starting at 2:00pm.
Don't miss this epic throwback to the Harley/Hollywood happening weekend packed with live music, a tattoo contest, and more! Food and drinks will be available to purchase.
Tickets are available presale and at the door, $10 for a day pass ticket.
Band Lineup
2:00pm - Rockabilly Steve & BR3-BlueS
5:00pm - Wasted Whiskey
Head over to Camp Allegany on October 19th at 6:30 PM for a spectacular evening under the stars at Allegany State Park.
Enjoy a night filled with “out of this world” crafts, a chance to learn about the constellations, and the highlight of the evening – watching the meteor shower in the open sky!
This family-friendly event is completely FREE, making it a perfect outing for all ages. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the wonders of the night sky in a beautiful natural setting
Spring is here! Join an Allegany State Park Naturalist for a "Signs of Spring Evening Walk" explaining Allegany State Park's blossoming spring critters on Wednesday, April 23rd from 6:30-8:00pm. Participants will be treated to some early signs of spring that may include display flight of American Woodcock, chorusing amphibians, newly emerged spring plants and much more. Come early and celebrate Earth Day with making bird feeders using recyclable materials. Earth Day is all about environmental stewardship, and this activity is a meaningful way to reduce waste and support local wildlife.
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.
The Southern Tier Catholic School PTA will be hosting a Craft Fair on Saturday, June 20th from 10am - 3pm at the Southern Tier Catholic School on 921 N Union St, Olean, NY.
This FREE event is rain or shine and contains indoor and outdoor vendors.
Please note: Indoor vendors are not wheelchair accessible.
Any quesitons please email pta [at] walshstcs.org!
Join the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts for an exciting community event on Saturday April 26, from 11am - 3pm; featuring a day of music, dance, art activities, and community engagement that is free and open to all ages. Come and experience the collaborative spirit of the Quick Center and its partners!
Local Dance Groups and their performance times include: