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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.
Movie in the Park
![Bicentennial Park - LV](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Bicentennial-Park.jpg?itok=ktgkIAb5)
Come on down to Bicentennial Park in Little Valley to enjoy a FREE movie night on Thursday, June 27th hosted by Friends of Little Valley!
This event opens at 7:00pm, Movie (Wonka) starts at 7:30pm.
Bring your own seat and blanket to enjoy the movie! Refreshments, games, and more!
Village of Knives Celebration
![photo from American Cutlery Museum](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/american-cutlery-museum-IMG_0002.jpg?itok=sN_rjsD2)
Cattaraugus County Art Council Announces New Name in 2018!
![Tri-County Arts Council](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/arts_council.jpg?itok=d4gDnMQR)
The Cattaraugus County Arts Council is now officially the Tri-County Arts Council!
Monster Truck Rally
![Monster Truck Rally at the Cattaraugus County Fair](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/FB_IMG_1686523228976.jpg?itok=m6JqkD2A)
West Valley's Music at the Pond
![Past Music by the Pond event](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Music%20by%20the%20pond.jpg?itok=8jpQq0JM)
Summer at the Stone House- Allen Hopkins
![Cattaraugus County Museum outside](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/CattCoMuseum-OutsideFromSide.jpg?itok=swrgPpIn)
Randolph's Country Christmas 2023
![Randolph Country Christmas](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/101_3739.jpg?itok=KcI88KTI)
Randolph’s Country Christmas is an annual event that takes place during the first full weekend of December. Starting off the day is Randolph Holiday Arts & Crafts Show.
Looking for a great opportunity to pick up the perfect one of a kind gift for the holidays? Randolph Central School is excited to announce the annual RCS Arts and Crafts Show will take place at the High and Elementary School GYMS of Randolph Central School District on Saturday, December 2nd from 10am until 4pm. Browse the vendors along with a concession stand and bake sale.
Transportation
Various ways to get here and how to get around the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County, New York).
Major Roadways:
- Interstate 86 runs east/west through our region.
- U.S. Route 219 runs north/south through our region.
Rental Cars / Vehicles:
Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Olean, NY
Hertz Car Rental in Yorkshire, NY
Airports:
- Buffalo Niagara International Airport is the closest large airport to us.
- Olean Municipal Airport is located in Ischua, NY.
- Great Valley Airport is located in Great Valley, NY.
Bussing: (SP)
- Seneca Bus Service
- The City of Olean has bussing that covers the entire city.
- Holiday Valley Resort and the Village of Ellicottville has busing that also travels to the Seneca-Niagara Casino, located in Salamanca.
Uber / Lyft / Etc.??
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Cattaraugus Rodeo- Bulls & Barrels
![Trick rider at a past rodeo in Cattaraugus, NY](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Girl%20on%20horses.jpg?itok=PlGhOe1q)
60th Annual WNY Maple Festival
![Maple Festival 2023](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_8571.jpg?itok=50soxwFg)
Summer at the Stone House- Amanda Woomer
![Cattaraugus County Museum outside](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/CattCoMuseum-OutsideFromSide.jpg?itok=swrgPpIn)
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 two of the following 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).
Summer at the Stone House- Jeanette Sheliga
![Cattaraugus County Museum outside](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/CattCoMuseum-OutsideFromSide.jpg?itok=swrgPpIn)
Demo Day at Holiday Valley 2023
![Demo Day at Holiday Valley](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/Demo%20Day-01.jpg?itok=rVBhMuPd)
Today is the day to try before you buy! Free demos from many ski and snowboard reps, featuring Ellicottville's awesome specialty ski and snowboard shops. Check it out, slopeside of the Holiday Valley Lodge. Credit card required for deposit and parent signature if under 18.
Holiday Valley, It's Just Fun All Year 'Round - adds E-Bikes!
![Holiday-Valley-2019](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/Holiday-Valley-2019.jpg?itok=i3jxaFh7)
It is sad to say good bye to another great ski season, but at Holiday Valley you’ll find fun all year long.
S.T.A.R.S. Annual Model Warbirds Over Cuba
![Model Aircraft at STARS Event](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/5.jpg?itok=LhJhnETb)
Events
Embrace the Sun: Summer Activities for a Memorable Season
Summer is here, and with it comes long, sunny days filled with endless possibilities. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, a nature lover, or someone who enjoys relaxing with a good book, there’s a summer activity for everyone.
Monster Truck Rally
![Monster Truck Rally at the Cattaraugus County Fair](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/FB_IMG_1686523228976_0.jpg?itok=gIA-kkNL)