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Requesting Applications for 2024 Tourism Promotion Grants
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.
I Love My Park Day at Allegany State Park
Tri-County Arts Council: Tree Painting Workshop
As Christmas approaches, join Jessica Borchert on December 7th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM for a magical painting session. Learn to create a beautiful Christmas tree, making a heartfelt gift perfect for your loved ones.
Cost:
$30 - Artisan Members & Above
$40 - Basic/Family Members & Non-Members
Kids and Adult Fishing Clinic
12 Skating Days of Christmas 2023
Through the generosity of the community businesses and organizations listed below, the City of Olean Youth Bureau & Recreation Department is offering free admission for public ice skating the following dates and times. There is a $3.00 skate rental fee.
Special appearance by Santa on December 24th from 12-2pm. Free admission, just a $3 rental fee. Sponsored by the Olean Rotary Club.
5th Annual Harvest Fall Fest
Rusty Rooster Farm & Vintage LLC , in Portville is hosting their 5th Annual Harvest Fall Fest on Saturday, October 5th from 10am - 4:00pm.
The event features FREE outdoor activities like apple cider pressing, fall craft station, doughnuts and funnel cakes, door prizes, a candy count, photo stops, and Live music.
Inside the shop, there will be in-store specials, honey samples, Ellen's pop up boutique, and a full chocolate shop with grab-and-go specials.
Come and enjoy the autumn festivities!
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Persia
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Persia is a town in the northwest part of Cattaraugus County, New York.
Showdown Throwdown
Avoid the Winter Blues
Check out the events happening around the Enchanted Mountains in February!
Fall Craft & Vendor Show
Join in for a one day craft show to get into the Christmas Spirit! There will be over 25 different vendors to shop from, where you can find a little bit of everything. It is always a great time to attend a craft and vendor show!
This event is free to the public. You will find a variety of items to shop from! Candles, tumblers, keychains, plants, soaps, baked goods, 3d printed items, crochet and knitted items, and so much more!
There will be over Vendors, Chinese Auction, and food for sale.
Holiday Valley Beer and Wine Festival 2022
Beer is Back! The 18th annual Beer and Wine Festival is scheduled for Saturday, November 12th. With many of the region's best craft brewers, wineries and cideries in attendance you can sample your favorites, plus try out several new and unique flavors. Add live entertainment, food trucks and 1500 of your closest friends, it's an event not to be missed.
The format was adjusted so no there are two sessions in order to allow guests to have more space in the lodge. The first session is 1pm - 4pm and the second is 5pm - 8pm.
Jingle Bell Jubilee
The Jingle Bell Jubilee is a holiday event featuring many activities and events: the holiday market, make and take craft, horse and wagon rides, and decorate the tree contest!
Mike Randall as "Mark Twain" LIVE!
Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater presents Mike Randall as Mark Twain on Sunday, September 29th from 2-4pm.
Mike is a veteran Twain impersonator; he brings to life a side of Twain's personality that is often neglected!
Wizards STEAM Night at the Challenger Learning Center!
The Challenger Learning Center in Allegany is hosting a magical event where kids, and parents, can dress up as their favorite wizards and participate in over 30 STEAM activities on October 26th, from 5:30-7:30pm.
Cost: $5 per person
*If you register by October 22nd, your child will receive a special letter from Hogwarts via email that you can print out!
Event Highlights:
The Boogie Woogie Kid, Matthew Ball
Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater proudly presents "The Boogie Woogie Kid, Matthew Ball" on Sunday, September 15th at 2:00pm.
Matt will be performing Boogie-Woogie Piano and swing dance era favorites to delight the entire family.
Tickets are $10/each and the list below is where tickets can be purchased:
12 Skating Days of Christmas 2024
Through the generosity of the community businesses and organizations listed below, the City of Olean Youth Bureau & Recreation Department is offering free admission for public ice skating. There is a $3.00 skate rental fee.
Special appearance by Santa on December 24th from 12-2pm. Free admission, just a $3 rental fee!
Sponsored by the Olean Rotary Club.
Experience the Magic of NIGHT LIGHTS at Griffis Sculpture Park
Get ready to witness Griffis Sculpture Park in a whole new light this autumn as NIGHT LIGHTS returns for its 12th consecutive year, starting Friday, September 13, 2024.
U.S. Air Force Snocross National
Lewis “Deerfoot” Bennett, Jacket Gifting Ceremony
Adult Prom - to benefit Foster Care!
Join Foster Cattaraugus on Saturday, August 10th from 7-10pm at Woodside Tavern on the Range for a magical evening at their Enchanted Forest Adult Prom to benefit foster children in Cattaraugus County!
Dress to impress in your finest attire and get ready to relive the nostalgia of prom night in a whole new way. Whether you're going going solo or with a date, this event promises to be a night to remember with a whimsical setting filled with twinkling lights and enchanting decor.
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Extended Holiday Hours at the Fannie Bartlett House
Take a trip back in time with a Victorian Christmas at the Fannie Bartlett House in Olean. The twinkling lights and decorations need extra display time which means the Barlett House is open for extended hours.
This Queen Anne-style house was originally built in 1881 by George Foreman, and purchased in 1891 by Frank and Fannie Bartlett for $15,000, a hefty sum for that time, he said. The house features nine rooms decorated in turn-of-the-century Victoriana and seven fireplaces, each different in design and composition.