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Christmas in Allegany 2023
All are welcomed to the 2023 Christmas In Allegany Santa House season!
Saturday November 25th starts the first of many days Santa and Mrs. Claus will be visiting our house.
Santa will be escorted by the Allegany Police and Fire Department to our house, where he will greet all visitors. Basket raffles will be avaliable for people to buy tickets to help support our community event.
Tourism Assistance
We may assist visitors, organizations, businesses and others in various ways.
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Would you like to visit the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County) but need help planning a trip? Please contact us.
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Grants
If you organize an event, program or activity in Cattaraugus County then you may want to check out the Tourism Promotion Grant Program!
Tourism Promotion Grant Program (Group B Bed Tax Grant)
Questions
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WILMA Woolly Bear Weekend
Join us for the 12th annual W.I.L.M.A. (We Invite Local Manufacturers & Artisans) event, happening at the Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds on October 19th and 20th, 2024.
What is WILMA Woolly Bear Weekend?
It's not your average craft show! All vendors at this event are local business owners, manufacturers, artisans, or crafters from Cattaraugus County.
Old Blue Bigelow Bridge
I Love My Park Day at Allegany State Park
Lincoln Park Concert Series
![Lincoln Park, Olean, NY 1x1](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/lincoln-park-concert-series--1x1.jpg?itok=et9q37Na)
"Band of the Tonawandas"
![Inside the Hollywood Theater in Gowanda](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Theatre%20Shoot%20-24_1.jpg?itok=41CzAzEr)
Pride in the Park
The Cattaraugus County Pride Coalition announces it's 6th Pride event at Pride in the Park!
This is a fun event for all with music, entertainment, vendors, food, educational, LGBTQ+ owned businesses, artists and allies, and so much more. This is a family friendly event and everyone is welcome to attend.
The event will be held at War Vets Park in Olean on Saturday, June 29th from 12pm until 4pm.
Christmas in Allegany 2023
![Santa and Mrs. Claus in Allegany](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/Christmas%20in%20Allegany%202013%20web.jpg?itok=eSaECeQN)
It's Christmas In Allegany Santa House season!
Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at their house in Allegany.
East Otto Historical Museum
Celebrate the Eclipse at Seneca Allegany Resort
Lewis “Deerfoot” Bennett, Jacket Gifting Ceremony
![Leather jacket of Seneca long-distance runner Lewis “Deerfoot” Bennett](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/deerfoot_jacket.jpg?itok=63dcFdCv)
Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels Free Tour
![Inside view of the Basilica of St. Mary's of the Angels](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/basilica_of_st._mary_of_the_angels.jpg?itok=1ZHfPSmn)
Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels Free Tours available on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th Fridays of the month. No reservations necessary. Come and discover the beauty of the southern tier's Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels in Olean, NY. The 33 Munich-style windows are some of the finest domestically-produced windows in the nation. Pope Frances designated the church as a Minor Basilica on February 14, 2017 for its exquisite art, architecture and history. Group tours are also available by calling 716 372 4841.
Silver Bells Santa Parade 2023
![Santa at Silver Bells Parade in Salamanca](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/silverbells%202.jpg?itok=6-F3u15v)
The Silver Bells Parade will take place on Thursday, December 2, 2023 starting at 6:00pm.
Light up the night, hot cocoa, cookies, and SANTA!
Main Street and Jefferson Street Park in Salamanca.
To participate in the parade, please go the Seneca Salamanca Chamber of Commerce's website for forms and applications.
Murder Mystery Mayhem
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
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.
Holland Land Bank Presentation at Leon Historical Society
![Leon Historical Church](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/2009_leon_fall_festival.jpg?itok=UcBcVvSg)
Celebrate New York State's Path through History Weekend with a presentation about the Holland Land Company at the Leon Historical Society on June 15th at 11am. Barker Museum's Archivist, Catherine Oag-Miller will lead the presentation. She has extensive knowledge of people and happenings of the local areas and is known for giving an engaging presentation. For those of you who may have Holland Land Co. on your Deed, bring a notebook and enjoy hearing Ms. Oag-Miller at the 1836 Church in Leon, NY. Light refreshments will be served.
Murder Mystery Mayhem
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
Avoid the Winter Blues
You may think that the winter in the Enchanted Mountains is only for skiiers and snowboarders, but it's not! Check out the variety of events happening for you to enjoy without skis or a snowboard.
Randolph's Country Christmas 2023
![Randolph Country Christmas](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/101_3739.jpg?itok=KcI88KTI)
Randolph’s Country Christmas is an annual event that takes place during the first full weekend of December. Starting off the day is Randolph Holiday Arts & Crafts Show.
Looking for a great opportunity to pick up the perfect one of a kind gift for the holidays? Randolph Central School is excited to announce the annual RCS Arts and Crafts Show will take place at the High and Elementary School GYMS of Randolph Central School District on Saturday, December 2nd from 10am until 4pm. Browse the vendors along with a concession stand and bake sale.
"Master Angler Mayhem" Murder Mystery
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
"Maui Mayhem" Murder Mystery
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
"Master Angler Mayhem" Murder Mystery
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)