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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 fun events that are perfect for friends and family of all ages, which start the day after Thanksgiving. Start planning your trip!

Avoid the Winter Blues

Hikers at Allegany State Park

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. 

Activities You'll "Fall" in Love With

Road through Allegany State Park in the fall

The cool nights are setting in and the leaves are starting to change. We know what that means, the fall season is upon us. We put together a bucket list to help you get into the spirit and enjoy some of the fall experiences that the Enchanted Mountains has to offer!

All Aboard

NYLE Train coming through the tunnel

Take a train ride along the countryside of the Enchanted Mountains. The New York and Lake Erie Railroad offers featured rides throughout the year.. All of the train rides are round trips that depart from the Gowanda Depot. 

Hop aboard with the Easter Bunny, tell Santa your wish list, solve a murder mystery, enjoy the fall foliage, and so many other rides to choose from!

Saddle Pond Party

Saddle Pond at Holimont
Festival atmosphere with activities!
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Conewango

Amish Buggy going by Valley View Cheese in Winter

The Town of Conewango is located on the western boundary of the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County.  The west town line is the border of Chautauqua County.

Demo Day at Holiday Valley 2023

Demo Day at Holiday Valley

Today is the day to try before you buy! Free demos from many ski and snowboard reps, featuring Ellicottville's awesome specialty ski and snowboard shops. Check it out, slopeside of the Holiday Valley Lodge. Credit card required for deposit and parent signature if under 18.

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Holiday Valley's Pond Skimming

Pond Skimming at Holiday Valley Resort
Watch as skiers try to skim their way across an ice water filled pond or just enjoy being a spectator at Holiday Valley's Pond Skimming event.
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Activities

Activities in the Enchanted Mountains year-round.

Requesting Applications for 2024 Tourism Promotion Grants

Submitted by Samantha Hayes on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 11:45

If you are having an event in the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County) then you may want to apply for the 2024 Group B Bed Tax Grant Program.

The Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning and Tourism (EDPT) is now accepting applications for the 2024 Cattaraugus County Group B Tourism Promotion Grant Program, due December 8th, 2023.

A portion of the 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.

Eligible applicants include the following:

  • Chambers of Commerce without full-time staff,
  • business associations,
  • non-profit organizations,
  • events,
  • festivals
  • and other tourism associated activities.

Any eligible grantee will partner and coordinate with Cattaraugus County Tourism Department.

For more information please visit the Tourism Promotion Grant Program at EnchantedMountains.com/Group-B

If you have any questions please contact Samantha Hayes at 716-938-2307 or by email at SLHayes [at] cattco.org.

Ashford

Sculpture at Griffis Sculpture Park

The Town of Ashford, NY is the northern gateway on Route 219 to the beautiful Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State. Ashford is located in Western New York State in the north-middle of Cattaraugus County.

Vintage Fashion Show at The Fannie Bartlett House

mannequin in vintage dress at Fannie Bartlett House

Visit the Fannie Bartlett House on July 12th for their "Vintage Fashion Show" event! It will feature "uniforms" of all kinds and period women's dress to go along with military years. Presale tickets are available for $20.

This Queen Anne-style house was originally built in 1881 by George Foreman, and purchased in 1891 by Frank and Fannie Bartlett for $15,000, a hefty sum for that time, he said. The house features nine rooms decorated in turn-of-the-century Victoriana and seven fireplaces, each different in design and composition.

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Visit with Santa at The Fannie Bartlett House 2024

Christmas decor in the Fannie Bartlett House

Take a trip back in time with a Victorian Christmas at the Fannie Bartlett House in Olean.

Kids day at the Fannie Bartlett house is on December 7th from noon -3pm. Kids will have the opportunity to visit with Santa from 1pm -3pm.

This Queen Anne-style house was originally built in 1881 by George Foreman, and purchased in 1891 by Frank and Fannie Bartlett for $15,000, a hefty sum for that time, he said. The house features nine rooms decorated in turn-of-the-century Victoriana and seven fireplaces, each different in design and composition.

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Jazz & Blues Weekend

Jazz weekend in Ellicottville
A weekend full of Jazz and Blues musical performances throughout the village of Ellicottville.
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Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show

Family looking at gems at the Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show at Rock City Park
Rock enthusiasts will have the chance to view, purchase, and learn about rare and common rocks from around the world.
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