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Fireworks in Cattaraugus County 2023

Fireworks

Are you ready to watch fireworks light up the sky? There are many locations in Cattaraugus County offering a display!

June 29th, 2023

Fireworks at the Ellicottville Championship Rodeo.  After the 7:00pm show, Rodeo tickets are needed.

Education in Nature

Path at Nannen
There are plenty of fun and educational activities to do with the entire family in the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County.

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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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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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

Jingle Bell Jubilee 2023

Horse and carriage ride at the Jingle Bell Jubilee

The Jingle Bell Jubilee is a holiday event featuring many activities and events: the holiday market, carolers, dance groups, wreath creation class, Shop Raffle Drawing, Sips of the Season, make and take craft, horse and wagon rides; an inflated snow globe for picture opps, cocoa and cookie crawl, decorate the tree contest, cookie decorating, and even a Rudolph run! Hours for the event are 4:30-8pm.

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1st Annual Ohi:yo' Art Market

Seneca Allegany Event Center

Immerse yourself in a stunning display of Native American artistry at the 1st Annual Ohi:yo' Art Market! Join in on May 3rd, 2025, at the Seneca Allegany Casino Event Center from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Witness the vibrant culture and creativity through exquisite beadwork, pottery, and other traditional crafts. There's something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for the whole family!

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U.S. Air Force Snocross National

Snocross racing at Seneca Allegany Casino
Watch the snowmobiles race around the tracks at the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino
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So Much Diversity this Weekend

Looking for something to do this weekend?(July 17-18, 2010) We know summer in Western New York is busy for everyone but if you are looking for something a little different this is the weekend of options!

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Santa waving during parade in Randolph

It’s time to get into the Christmas Spirit! The Enchanted Mountains has many fun events that are perfect for friends and family of all ages, which start the day after Thanksgiving. Start planning your trip!

November 25th

Christmas in Ellicottville

Showdown Throwdown

Inside Daily City Train
1st Annual Showdown Throwdown Snowboard Event
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Great Valley Band Jam 2025

Great Valley Band Jam
A special, big music event weekend with free camping!
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Rusty Rooster Backyard Maker's Market

Rusty Rooster, interior

Rusty Rooster Farm & Vintage LLC , in Portville is hosting their 2nd Annual Barkyard Maker's Market on Saturday, July 26th from 10am - 4:00pm. 

The event features a ton of vendors, chicken bbq, Live music... and so much more. 

For more information and/or updates check out the event on Facebook.

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5th Annual Harvest Fall Fest

Rusty Rooster, interior

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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