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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.

Cattaraugus Rodeo- Bulls & Barrels

Trick rider at a past rodeo in Cattaraugus, NY
High action, live bull and barrel racing!
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Olean

Olean streetscape

Olean is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The name is derived from the Latin word "oleum" due to the discovery of crude oil in nearby Ischua.

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.

Otto Stadial Site

Aerial of Otto Stadial Site - source: Cattaraugus County Parcel Viewer
The stadial site in Otto is a place like no other as it is one of only two known places in New York to have preserved till layers from first three glacier movements (of four) during the Pleistocene Ice Age

Step Right Up at the Cattaraugus County Fair

Fair goers walking through the games at the Cattaraugus County Fair

We think this is the best, small fair with cotton candy, fried food, rides, animal shows, and live entertainment, are all available at the Cattauragus County Fair. Make plans to catch the demolition derby, monster trucks, or a concert. Have some good old fashioned fun! The fair is held yearly, either from the end of July into the first week of August.

Note: Unlike some other county fairs, most of the rides are free with your admission!

Revolution Rail Co. in Cattaraugus

Family riding a rail bike in late autumn

Get ready to tour the countryside by peddling along the railroad, a forested 6-mile round-trip journey with Rev Rail's rail bike experience.

Revolution Rail Company home is in RocketCup Coffee.

11th Annual - "Cruising Against Cancer" Car & Craft Show

Car Show

Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 17th from noon to 4 pm for the 11th Annual Cruising Against Cancer Car and Craft Show located at the Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds! All proceeds will benefit the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation. 

This event is rain or shine, in the event of inclement weather, they will move under the barns. 

For more information, contact:

  • Car Show: Ted Nichols (716-969-3690) or Denny Koch (716-640-0014)
  • Craft Show: Sherry Charlesworth (716-244-2344)

Come out and support a great cause! 

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10th Annual - "Cruising Against Cancer" Car & Craft Show

Car Show

Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 18th from noon to 4 pm for the 10th Annual Cruising Against Cancer Car and Craft Show located at the Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds! All proceeds will benefit the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation. 

This event is rain or shine, in the event of inclement weather, they will move under the barns. 

For more information, contact:

  • Car Show: Ted Nichols (716-969-3690) or Denny Koch (716-640-0014)
  • Craft Show: Sherry Charlesworth (716-244-2344)

Come out and support a great cause! 

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Eat & Drink

Some places to eat and drink in the Enchanted Mountains!

Little Valley

Hikers on the Pat McGee Trail

Little Valley is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The town is named after its local geographical setting, a relative comparison of two tributaries (the other being the neighboring Great Valley) of the Allegheny River.

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Ole Hickory Tavern

Wings from The Hickory
An old neighborhood style Irish pub serving Irish-American staples and typical bar food.

Paws & Pumpkins 5K for E.A.R.S

Catt Co Fairgrounds

Fall into Fun: Paws & Pumpkins 5K 

Join the 2nd Annual Paws & Pumpkins 5K in Little Valley, NY benefiting Empire Animal Rescue Society (EARS)! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a leisurely walker, bring your family, friends, and furry companions for a morning of autumn fun. 

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