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Summer at the Stone House- Allen Hopkins
![Cattaraugus County Museum outside](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/CattCoMuseum-OutsideFromSide.jpg?itok=swrgPpIn)
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.
Griffis Sculpture Park's Annual Summer Festival 2024
![Summer Music Festival at Griffis Sculpture Park](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/DSC_8699.jpg?itok=6IxkoMJ-)
"Maui Mayhem" Murder Mystery
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
Boardroom Banked Slalom 2024
![Snowboarder at Holiday Valley Resort](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/Boardroom%20Banked-01.jpg?itok=q8S1Fifk)
If you love snowboarding, this is the event for you. Great for spectating! Vendor Village and cookout on the Champagne Sundeck at the Yodeler Lodge.
Discounted lift tickets for competitors and lodging are available. Assumption of risk form must be signed by a parent if competitor is under 18.
Photo credit: Holiday Valley Resort
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.
"First Responders" Train Ride 2022
![NYLE Railroad in Gowanda](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/73162656_1185797724963643_2967697645620953088_o-1.jpg?itok=BtfDrFF2)
If you’re a first responder, enjoy a free roundtrip train ride from Gowanda, NY, to South Dayton and back. A 30-minute layover in the village of South Dayton lets you explore the vendors in the area, such as farmers, baked goods, and crafts. All first responders ride for free!
- Train Departs at 11:00am & 2:00pm on Saturday
- Train Departs at 2:00pm on Sunday
Kids and Adult Fishing Clinic
![Fishing on the Cattaraugus Creek](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Catt%20Co%20Fly%20Fishing-210.jpg?itok=6pPO88p-)