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Model Trail Exhibit at the Salamanca Rail Museum

Front view of the Salamanca Rail Museum

Visit the Salamanca Rail Museum on Saturday, November 16th from 10am - 4pm for the Model Train Exhibit. There will be basket raffles, railroad hat crafts, popcorn and hotdogs. Be sure to visit the museum gift shop and check out their coloring books and calendars. 

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Allegany State Park; National Public Lands Day

Public Lands Day, ASP

Celebrate National Public Lands Day with Allegany State Park!

Join Allegany State Park on Saturday, September 27th from 9:00am-2:30pm at the Red House side of the park for a celebration of 20 years of National Public Lands Day! This nationwide event brings people together to give back to public lands through volunteer service projects. 

Event Details: 

- Check-in/Registration: 9:00-9:30am at the Beehunter picnic shelter 

- Service Projects: 9:30am-12:30pm 

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Group B

"Group B" of the Tourism Promotion Grant Program (Bed Tax Program) is for any organization (non-profit or business) to get more people to their event or destination.

Overview

A portion of 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. Any eligible grantee will partner and coordinate with the Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning & Tourism (EDPT).

Funds for Marketing Campaign

The funds supplied by this grant, the funding source, are from the County's share of taxes collected from overnight stays, bed taxes, within the County.

This funding is intended to supplement your marketing campaign's advertising budget and not meant to be your entire advertising budget; therefore a match or share of cost is expected.

Eligible Applicants

Chambers without full-time staff, business associations, non-profit organizations, events, festivals and other tourism associated activities.

The funds in this group will be administered by EDPT. Grantees will partner and coordinate with EDPT.

Application Period

Catt. County EDPT will announce the release of the applications in fall for the upcoming year. Applications are accepted after they are released  from October to early December. Please double check application dates as they vary slightly each year. 

Application Process

Complete an application for each marketing campaign project.

The marketing campaign should include which expenses would be covered by the Bed Tax Grant Program and which would be covered by your organization. The marketing campaign for Group B of the Tourism Promotion Grant Program could potentially contain a mix of following:

  • Print materials
  • Online Advertising
  • Radio Advertising
  • Television & Video Advertising

Possible applicants should develop a written plan for how their funding will be used.

Application & Guidelines Document

tourism_grant_guidelines_2026.pdf

 

Questions

Contact us with your questions on our Tourism Promotion Grant Program questions form or call us at 1-800-331-0573.

Pride in the Park

War Vets Park

The Cattaraugus County Pride Coalition announces it's 6th Pride event at Pride in the Park! 

This is a fun event for all with music, entertainment, vendors, food, educational, LGBTQ+ owned businesses, artists and allies, and so much more. This is a family friendly event and everyone is welcome to attend. 

The event will be held at War Vets Park in Olean on Saturday, June 29th from 12pm until 4pm. 

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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

Cabana Bar Music Series

Musician at the Cabana Bar at Holiday Valley Resort

The Cabana Bar is the place to hang out this summer, especially on Friday Nights for the Cabana Bar Music Series. With amazing views, vibes, and libations, this covered outdoor bar is a great place to hang out when you're in Ellicottville for the weekend. 

Cabana Bar 2025 Summer Music Lineup:

June 6th - Campfire Junkie - 5:30pm - 8:30pm

June 13th - Jay McDonnell Duo - 5:30pm - 8:30pm

June 20th - Henry's Summer Kitchen  - 5:30pm - 8:30pm

June 27th - Sweet Degenerates - 5:30pm - 8:30pm

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Ellicottville Distillery Sunday Series

Barrel of liquor at the Ellicottville Distillery
Ellicottville Distillery's Sunday Series presents live music this summer!
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Ellicottville Gazebo Series

Summer music festival at Ellicottville Gazebo
Enjoy a live musical performance by some of the region's most talented artists in the village square in Ellicottville.
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Ellicottville Distillery Sunday Music Series

Live band at Ellicottville Distillery
Ellicottville Distillery's Sunday Series presents live music this summer!
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Enchanted Mountains Horse Series

Horse Show at the Cattaraugus County Fair

The Enchanted Mountains Horse Series features an exciting game show on Friday nights, and performance classes on both Saturday and Sunday.

Attendees can enjoy a variety of treats from the food concession stand and explore offerings from various clothing and tack vendors. Additionally, each weekend typically includes at least one charitable fundraiser to support a worthy cause or individual in need.

Spectators are always welcome!

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Santa's Christmas Parade

Santa at Silver Bells Parade in Salamanca

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.

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Trivia Night at The Challenger Learning Center

Challenger learning center logo

The Challenger Learning Center announced the return of their popular space quiz event! Join in to test your space knowledge and also support a local organization. The event will feature a quiz with prizes for the winning team. You can participate in a team of 2-5 players.

Apart from the quiz, we will also have raffles with exciting prizes such as a Cutco Block, a $100 gift certificate from the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, a $50 AMC gift certificate, and more. You can still purchase raffle tickets even if you are not attending the event.

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The Wildwood Sanitarium

Wildwood Sanitarium, Photo Credit- Amity Photos

The Wildwood Sanitarium opened it's doors in 1906 as a Sanitarium and Bath House. Later, in 1923, it became a Tuberculosis Clinic and then used as apartments later on. 

Education in Nature

Path at Nannen
There are plenty of fun and educational activities to do with the entire family in the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County.

Float the Allegheny

Friends floating the Allegheny River in Olean area
Float the Allegheny River in a non-timed regatta with music, food and more!
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Little Rock City

A view of an area at Little Rock City State Forest.
A local landmark of geologic interest which is located in Rock City State Forest and is accessible in the spring, summer, and fall by vehicle, and during the winter by snowmobile.