Summer Music Festival
Join Swan Street Florist at Ellicottville Brewing Co, 28 Monroe St. Ellicottville on Thursday, December 19th, for a festive Christmas Centerpiece Workshop! Embrace the holiday spirit by creating your very own beautiful centerpiece to decorate your table this season. The skilled instructors from Swan Street Florist will be there to guide you through the process, providing all the materials needed to make a stunning arrangement.
Come out to Pumpkinville on October 18th for an exclusive Pumpkin Carving class with the one and only, Eric Jones!
Eric Jones is an Olean, NY native and celebrated sculptor and caricature artist! He has been featured on The Food Network's Halloween Wars, holds the 2023 Guinness World Record for carving the larges jack-o-lantern, and won Season 3 of The Food Network's Outrageous Pumpkins!
The NYS Dept of Environmental Conservation is hosting a FREE fishing day on February 15-16, June 28-29, September 27, and November 11th. There’s no fishing license required on those days for the fresh or marine waters of New York State, making it the opportune time for people of all ages to learn and enjoy the day. We especially encourage those with more experience to bring along the young people in their lives to show them the value of patience, the anticipation of the bite, and the exhilaration of the catch!
EXCITING NEWS! Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater is thrilled to present the United States Air Force Heritage of America Band in Concert! Join in on Sunday, March 23th at 3:00pm for an unforgettable afternoon of music and patriotism!
THIS EVENT IS COMPLETELY FREE!
To secure your tickets, visit one of the following local spots:
This Veterans Day, November 11th from 2-4 pm, honor our heroes by joining the Citizens Advocating Memorial Preservation (C.A.M.P) and historian Ed Brodbeck for a FREE special event at the Civil War Memorial on the corner of Court and Seventh in Little Valley. As they pay tribute to those who have served our nation, Ed Brodbeck will bring history to life, portraying a typical Union soldier from the Civil War.
Join the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts for an exciting community event on Saturday April 26, from 11am - 3pm; featuring a day of music, dance, art activities, and community engagement that is free and open to all ages. Come and experience the collaborative spirit of the Quick Center and its partners!
Local Dance Groups and their performance times include:
Group A of the Tourism Promotion Grant Program are several Chambers of Commerce with full-time staff.
Ring in the New Year with the Holiday Valley Groomer parade and spectacular fireworks. Family friendly party in the main Lodge. Approximate times: Groomer Parade on Cindy's Run at 11:15, torchlight parade at 11:30 then the fireworks show at 11:45, ending at midnight.
Celebrate the season with an exciting performance by the Southern Tier Symphony! The Holiday Brass concert brings bold, joyful sounds to ring in the holidays.
Showtime is Friday, December 5th, 2025 at 7:30pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for senior citizens and SBU staff & faculty, and $5 for students.
The Tri-County Arts Council is hosting a Pumpkin Carving workshop with the renowned artist and TV personality, Eric Jones! Join Eric on October 8th and October 22nd, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and learn the intricacies of pumpkin carving from a master. Ages 12 and up are welcome.
The Cattaraugus County Living Arts Association is announce their 2025 summer production, the high-energy, crowd-pleasing jukebox musical "Pump Boys and Dinettes"—a toe-tapping celebration of life, love, and laughter on Highway 57!
This production Will Take place on August 8th at 7:30pm, August 9th at 7:30pm, and August 10th at 2pm
A brief synopsis:
Join the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts in welcoming the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and JoAnn Falletta on Sunday, September 21st, at 3pm.
Expect a powerful performance that promises an evening of moving music and world-class musicianship!
Showtime is Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 3pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for senior citizens and SBU staff and faculty, and $5 for students.
Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theatre proudly presents MR. BRIGHTSIDE!- the ultimate KILLERS experience!
Mr. Brightside: The Ultimate Killers Experience is the premier tribute band from Niagara Falls, NY, delivering electrifying performances of The Killers’ greatest hits. Fronted by Rob Bilson, we bring the iconic sound and energy of The Killers to life!! This show will be held on Saturda, May 3rd at 7 pm.
Tickets $20 - available soon
The Tri-County Arts Council is hosting a Butternut Squash Turkey Carving workshop with the renowned artist and TV personality, Eric Jones! Join Eric on November 12th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and learn the intricacies of carving from a master. Ages 12 and up are welcome.