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Join the Challenger Learning Center for a magical evening of science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) at the Wizard Family STEAM Night on Friday, October 17th from 5:30 - 7:30pm, with doors opening at 5pm. 

Enjoy 30+ wizard-themed STEAM activities, including the Sorting Hat, Tri-Wizard Championship, and a Horcrux Hunt.

Join Swan Street Florist at Ellicottville Brewing Co, 28 Monroe St. Ellicottville on Thursday, December 19th, for a festive Christmas Centerpiece Workshop! Embrace the holiday spirit by creating your very own beautiful centerpiece to decorate your table this season. The skilled instructors from Swan Street Florist will be there to guide you through the process, providing all the materials needed to make a stunning arrangement.

Discover the history of Allegany State Park- January 1, 2026. This year’s First Day Hike is an easy trek featuring historical and environmental tidbits of information about the features found in this area of the park. Your hike will take you along the Quaker Multiuse trail that conveniently has an entrance at Camp Turner.

At 11:30 a.m. join park educators for a guided hike at Science Lake and learn the history and interesting historical figures of the park. The Historical Society will have the Quaker Museum open from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

If you love sliding on steel, join us at the Fiddler's Terrain Park on Saturday the 20th for a rail jam that should not be missed. Sponsored by Red Bull, this competition is bound to be action packed and a ton of fun. DJ Tyler Swift will be rockin' the mic and keeping the vibes high!

Get ready to rock with Grand Funk Railroad, the legendary band celebrating over 50 years of hard-hitting classic rock! Known for defying the sound of the 1970's with their hits, "We're An American Band", "The Loco-Motion", "Some Kind of Wonderful", and more. The band has charted 19 singles, eight Top 40 hits, and two Number One singles, selling more that 25 million records and performing to sold-out audiences all over! 

In honor of the theaters Centennial, composer, Nathan Hall returns to his home town for an immersive musical walking tour through the hidden corners of the theater, including a look behind-the-scenes. 

The production of Echoes of the Hollywood feature not only, Nathan Hall but also performances by soprano Kimberly Merrill, saxophonist Jacob Swanson, and the talented student musicians from Gowanda High School! 

Come out and experience Gooseneck Hill Waterfowl Farm on Sunday, August 24th from 12-4 pm for a fun-filled afternoon of music, food, and feathered friends! The Rustic Ramblers, featuring Gene Hilts on steel guitar, will be performing live! 

Savor the Flavors 

Enjoy a delicious menu from Arcade Lanes, featuring pulled pork, chicken wings, chicken fingers, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, fries, and more! Dining tents will be set up in case of rain, so you can dine in comfort. 

Explore the Farm 

The NYS Dept of Environmental Conservation is hosting a FREE fishing day on February 17-18, June 29-30, September 28, and November 11th. There’s no fishing license required on those days for the fresh or marine waters of New York State, making it the opportune time for people of all ages to learn and enjoy the day. We especially encourage those with more experience to bring along the young people in your life to show them the value of patience, the anticipation of the bite and the exhilaration of the catch!