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Cattaraugus Rodeo- Bulls & Barrels
![Trick rider at a past rodeo in Cattaraugus, NY](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Girl%20on%20horses.jpg?itok=PlGhOe1q)
Tourism Promotion Program
Cattaraugus County's Tourism Promotion Grant Program, also known as the Bed Tax Grant Program, accepts funding applications, , that support and encourage tourism promotion in Cattaraugus County, New York (the Enchanted Mountains).
Funding Source
The program's funding source is the County's share of taxes collected from overnight stays, bed taxes, within the County. This funding source is split into two of the following groups:
Group A
Several Chambers of Commerce with full-time staff.
Group B
Business associations, non-profit organizations, events, festivals, chambers of commerce without full-time staff and other tourism-associated activities.
Program Contact
This grant is managed by Tourism in the Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning & Tourism (Catt. County EDPT).
Salamanca-Seneca Falling Leaves Festival
![Falling Leaves Festival in Salamanca](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/DA1R2700.jpg?itok=3hBmg-vg)
Summer Music Festival
![Summer Music Fest at Holiday Valley](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/SF%20STAGE%20AND%20AREA.jpg?itok=NDuLNpZc)
West Valley's Music at the Pond
![Past Music by the Pond event](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Music%20by%20the%20pond.jpg?itok=8jpQq0JM)
Sip & Carve Adult Pumpkin Carving Class with Eric Jones!
![Pumpkins at Pumpkinville, NY](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/2012-pumpkinville-010_0.jpg?itok=e3ZotSm4)
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!
Spring Craft & Vendor Show
![Craft and Vendor show](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/20210619_114222.jpg?itok=9H6Q5LU0)
Spring is here and so is the annual spring craft and vendor show! There will be over 35 different vendors to shop from and a chinese auction available. The Lunch Bus, a local favorite food truck will also be at the event!
Cattaraugus County Art Council Announces New Name in 2018!
![Tri-County Arts Council](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/arts_council.jpg?itok=d4gDnMQR)
The Cattaraugus County Arts Council is now officially the Tri-County Arts Council!
STARS 47th Annual Model Aircraft Fly-In
![STARS Fun Fly airshow](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/2.jpg?itok=UAMZsoUX)
"Murder in the Cellar" at Steelbound
Fine Art & Craft Market
Ischua
Ischua (pronounced ISH-way) is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The Town of Ischua is on the eastern border of the county, north of Olean, New York.
Eclipse Viewing at Nannen Arboretum
Holiday Valley's 2024 Penguin Paddle
![Penguin Paddle at Holiday Valley Resort](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/Penguin%20Paddle.jpg?itok=dNIFh1Wf)
StrOlean
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce and city leadership are inviting the community out for a night on the town. Working with the city and members of the business community, the Chamber is announcing “StrOlean,” the event aims to bring folks to the downtown shopping district for an evening of fun.
Monster Truck Rally
![Monster Truck Rally at the Cattaraugus County Fair](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/FB_IMG_1686523228976.jpg?itok=m6JqkD2A)
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.
Totality Bash at Holiday Valley Resort
Ellicottville's 2023 Christmas Stroll
![Christmas Stroll in Ellicottville](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/P2177087.jpg?itok=y9TmY1iu)
Celebrate the Holiday Season with a Living Nativity, complete with a camel, all in the Village. The Ellicottvilles Christmas Stroll was created in 1987 by a group of citizens who wanted to organize such an event in the village. After brainstorming over coffee, it was decided that they wanted a live nativity scene with children dressed as angels and shepherds, who walked around the village and met at the gazebo. There, the baby Jesus was presented and caroling presided.
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HoliTrot Fall Fest Trail Run
![HoliTrot logo featuring a running turkey](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/453304273_1259394118794864_7092140416724507643_n.jpg?itok=oOwidtTY)
Join in for the HoliTrot Fall Festival Trail Run!
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate the vibrant autumn season at HoliMont! You're invited to the exciting HoliTrot Fall Festival Trail Run, featuring a Kids Race and a scenic 5k trail run through our beautiful trails.
Schedule:
- 10:00 AM - Kids Race
- Immediately Following Kids Race - 5k Trail Run
Race Highlights:
Franklinville
The Town of Franklinville is an interior town, located in the northeast quadrant of the county.
Village of Knives Celebration
![photo from American Cutlery Museum](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/american-cutlery-museum-IMG_0002.jpg?itok=sN_rjsD2)
Learn about the Seneca-Iroquois History
The Onöhsagwë:dé Cultural Center is an impressive facility that houses the Seneca-Iroquois National Museum.
The interactive and informational exhibits tell the history of the Seneca, from the Creation Story to present day.
While there are opportunities to touch and listen to certain components of the exhibits, tours are also available and highly recommended.
Dueling Pianos at EBC at Little Valley
2024 Ellicottville Wellness Fair
Kicking off at 11am with a vendor show, a segmented group workout with Warrior Fitness trainers, Food Trucks, DJ, dunk tank, a kids carnival and lawn game tournaments!
Kick off the warmer weather with a community wellness event created with everyone in mind!
Paracon '24
![B&W, Gowanda Hollywood Theater, Stage](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Hollywood%20orig%20seating_0.jpg?itok=QyoxDbpV)
Jamestown Paranormal will be hosting Paracon '24 (a Paranormal Convention) Saturday, September 28th from 12-6pm at Gowanda's historic Hollywood Theater.
Come get an insight of the unexplained with speakers on subjects such as Bigfoot, UFO's, Ghosts, and many more!
Vendors, raffles, and auctions as well, all proceeds go to support the fight of Epilepsy.