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Christmas in Ellicottville 2023
One of the best ways to describe the downtown of Ellicottville has been as something Norman Rockwell would have conjured up. The New York Times says it is like being “transported to a scene from an old black and white Christmas movie.” Kick off the Holiday Season with us! Christmas in Ellicottville Weekend is back and will be merrier than ever!
Enjoy horse drawn carriage rides, real reindeer, kids Christmas crafts, cookie decorating and more all at no cost to you in the spirit of the holiday season!
Ellicottville
Ellicottville was named in honor of Joseph Ellicott, an agent of the Holland Land Company, was formed from Ischua in 1820. A portion of Ashford and East Otto were taken in 1824, and 1858 respectively.
Trip to Space
Go on a simulated space mission to Mars, a Comet, or Earth at the Challenger Learning Center. This is a hands-on learning facility specializing in science, technology, math and engineering to spark youth interest and joy. They also offer camps in the summer and fun, educational events throughout the year.
Valentines Merritt Train Ride
Michael Kent at Ray Evans
Michael was named Entertainer of the Year in Campus Activities Magazine and Magician of the Year by The Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities (APCA). Cleveland.com has listed Michael as one of Ohio's top 30 "Famously Funny" comedians along with Drew Carey, Dave Chappelle and Bob Hope. He was featured on the season premiere of the hit television show "Penn & Teller: Fool Us!"
Roots, Rocks and Ridges
Arts & Craft Show at the William O. Smith Rec. Center
Cooper Alan at the Cattaraugus County Fair
Marvin "Joe" Curry Veterans Pow Wow
Happy Half Marathon, 5K & Beer Mile
Cottage Orchard's Open House
Winter Blues Weekend
Ellicottville is looking forward to a weekend full of the best blues bands in the region! Come down and shake those winter blues with them as they fill their village with music.
Fireworks at Bradner Stadium
"Band of the Tonawandas"
The Reserve Presents: Summer Nights Festival!
The Reserve in Great Valley will be hosting a Summer Nights Festival from 4pm - 7pm on the following Sundays:
Freedom Races
Solar Eclipse with Alpacas
Holiday Valley's Boardroom Banked Slalom
Nature Lovers
Activities and events for lovers of nature.
Craft and Vendor Fair
BasilicaFEST
Me and My Boo Public Ghost Hunt
Learn about the Seneca-Iroquois History
The Onöhsagwë:dé Cultural Center is an impressive facility that houses the Seneca-Iroquois National Museum.
The interactive and informational exhibits tell the history of the Seneca, from the Creation Story to present day.
While there are opportunities to touch and listen to certain components of the exhibits, tours are also available and highly recommended.