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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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Tri-County Arts Council: Pumpkin Still Life Workshop

Tri County Arts Council, store front

Join Jessica Borchert on October 1st from 5:00pm-7:00pm at the Tri-County Arts Council in Olean to celebrate Fall by painting a still life of pumpkins and create an original art piece to add to your fall decor. 

Cost: 

$30 - Artisan Members & Above

$40 - Basic/Family Members & Non-members

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Campground Adventures

Ischua Creek next at Campground Adventures
Campground Adventures, your premier glamping and camping destination in Western New York! Located on the banks of Ischua Creek, situated within Enchanted Mountains, nestled between Allegany State Park and Letchworth State Park.

American Hawkeye

Baby bird at American Hawkeye
They are ready to share the world of falconry with you and your family, friends or event!

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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Group B

"Group B" of the Tourism Promotion Grant Program (Bed Tax Program)

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

Fall Vendor Show at Good Times of Olean

Good Times Olean, Front door

Good Times of Olean will be hosting a Fall Vendor Show Extravaganza on Saturday, November 2nd from 12pm-5pm at Good Times of Olean located at 800 E State St, Olean. 

Admission is free! Come indulge your senses with delicious food & drinks, and great LIVE music while you explore different vendors selling hand made crafts, collectables, and more! Spread the word, rally your friends, and come make some great memories at Good Times of Olean! 

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HoliMont's Contractor's Day

Skiier at HoliMont

HoliMont Contractor’s Day is an event filled with many fun activities that take place on and off the slopes.  This year’s activities include the 36th annual Dave Pitkin Memorial Ski Race, dedicated to him to commemorate his enduring spirit, his contributions to the HoliMont Racing Club, and his part in creating the racing hill, Our infamous Bombardier Ball Drop, Lunch provided by Dina’s at the Mont, A vendor market, and an Apres Ski Party. This event is sponsored by many local businesses and helps us celebrate and support our local community. Join us for our favorite day of the year!

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Saturday with Santa at Allegany State Park - 2024

Christmas at ASP

HO! HO! HO! The holidays are fast approaching and there's no better way to get into the spirit than by spending some time in Allegany State Park. Join the Environmental Education Department on Saturday, December 7th for a fun, festive, family event- Saturday with Santa!

In this, the season of giving, we are asking event participants to bring non-perishable food items and/or an unwrapped toy to be donated to a local food pantry and Toys for Tots. This is sure to be a great day! Don't miss out! 

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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:

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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