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A Day in Gowanda
Tucked into the foothills of the Enchanted Mountains, Gowanda, NY is the kind of small town that surprises you—in the best way. From great food and historic charm to locally made treasures and peaceful countryside drives, it’s easy to turn a simple visit into a full day of fun.
Fireworks in Cattaraugus County 2024
Canadian Friendship Week at Holiday Valley Resort: Celebrating Winter Fun and Friendship
Every January, Holiday Valley Resort in Ellicottville, NY, hosts a special event known as Canadian Friendship Week, celebrating the strong bond between the United States and Canada.
Fireworks in Cattaraugus County 2025
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Colors
Colors used by the Enchanted Mountains brand.
EM Blue
EM Green
EM Color Palette
Green
CMYK: 93,0,100,0
RGB: 0,170,79
HEX: #00AA4F
Light Green
CMYK: 50,0,100,0
RGB: 141,198, 63
HEX: #8DC63F
Dark Green
CMYK: 90,30,95,30
RGB: 0,104,56
HEX: #006838
Bright Blue
CMYK: 70,15,0,0
RGB: 39,170,225
HEX: #27AAE1
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 the following two 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).
Pine Hills State Forest Trails Map
I Love New York Winters 2010
This list of activities to enjoy in the Winter was created in 2010.
Ahhh the holidays! Whether you are looking for relaxation or excitement with the holidays we'll have some activities below.
New Year's Eve Liquor Mile & 5K
Join Ellicottville Distillery as they celebrate the last day of 2023 with their annual "Liquor Mile" at on Sunday December 31st!
Distillery opens and registration for runners starts at 11am. Run starts at 12pm. It is $25 a runner to enter the 5k followed by the Liquor Mile which is $15. $35 fee if you are planning on doing both the 5K & Liquor Mile.
All proceeds will be donated to Oishei Children’s hospital.
After every quarter of a mile you get a miniature cocktail! 1 mile run + 4 drinks!
Night Lights at Griffis Sculpture Park
Marvin "Joe" Curry Veterans Pow Wow
Songbirds: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Don't miss Songbirds: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac at the beautifully restored Historic Hollywood Theater in Gowanda on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 7:00pm.
Come experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac's greatest hits, performed with passion, authenticity, and powerhouse vocals. From crowd favorites like "Landslide" and "Rhiannon" to rock anthems like "Go Your Own Way" and "Don't Stop", this tribute show captures the spirit and soul of one of the world's most beloved bands.
Friends of Good Music Presents Luis B Castro
Live Music at Burdick Blueberries
Ellicottville Championship Rodeo
Pumpkinville's 2024 Season
Great Valley Band Jam 2026
Limestone's New Home Day
Tame the Tuna 2023
2026 Tame the Tuna Regatta
Christmas in Ellicottville 2023
One of the best ways to describe the downtown of Ellicottville has been as something Norman Rockwell would have conjured up. The New York Times says it is like being “transported to a scene from an old black and white Christmas movie.” Kick off the Holiday Season with us! Christmas in Ellicottville Weekend is back and will be merrier than ever!
Enjoy horse drawn carriage rides, real reindeer, kids Christmas crafts, cookie decorating and more all at no cost to you in the spirit of the holiday season!
Ellicottville Championship Rodeo
Roots, Rocks and Ridges
2026 Amish Relief Auction
Annual WNY Maple Weekends
Holiday Valley's Boardroom Banked
Cattaraugus County Sportsmen's Rendezvous
Tri-County Trout Derby

