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About the Enchanted Mountains
Night Skiing at Holiday Valley Resort
Have you ever gone skiing or snowboarding at night? Holiday Valley offers night skiing starting at 3:30PM with about 37 night trails, all accessed by 13 high-tech lifts.
Holiday Valley Resort's has various options for night passes like the following:
- Weekday Night Pass from 3:30PM-Close (can vary)
- Weekend Night Pass from 3:30PM-10PM
- Weekend / Holiday All Day Pass
- Saturday & Sunday All Day Pass
- Weekday All Day
- and more like season pass!
Meet Santa in the Enchanted Mountains!
The holiday season is a magical time in the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York, where twinkling lights, fresh snow, and festive cheer set the perfect stage for a visit with Santa Claus.
The Joy of Visiting a Sunflower Field: A Golden Experience
There's something inherently magical about standing amidst a sea of sunflowers.
Visiting a sunflower field is more than just a visual delight; it's an experience that engages all the senses and leaves you with lasting memories and The Songin Farm allows y
Meet Santa in the Enchanted Mountains!
The holiday season is a magical time in the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York, where twinkling lights, fresh snow, and festive cheer set the perfect stage for a visit with Santa Claus.
End-of-Summer Adventures in the Enchanted Mountains
As summer winds down, there’s no better time to soak up the last rays of sunshine and enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re an adventure seeker, a nature lover, or someone looking to relax, here’s a guide to the best things to do before summer says goodbye.
Discover Pumpkinville: Your Ultimate Fall Destination
As autumn breezes in and the leaves begin to paint the landscape in hues of gold and crimson, there's one destination that captures the essence of the season like no other: Pumpkinville.
Learn to Love Winter Lessons
Discover the joy of skiing and snowboarding with Holiday Valley's Learn to Love Winter event on January 3rd! For anyone ages 4+ who is brand new to snowsports, this beginner-friendly experience is the perfect way to start your winter lifestyle journey!
What’s Included:
Tropical Summertime Sugar Cookie Decorating Class!
Get ready for a sweet summer treat! Join Buffalo Cake Pops at Pour Taproom in Ellicottville, NY on Thursday, August 14th from 6pm-8pm for a Tropical Summer Sugar Cookie Decorating Class!
In this 2-hour class, you'll learn the art of sugar cookie decorating with a luau theme. You'll receive 6 cookies and step-by-step guidance on techniques like royal icing, wet-on-wet designs, and texture creation. Plus, take home their royal icing recipe to practice your new skills!
Cost: $57.00
2nd Annual Adult Prom (To Benefit Foster Care)
Join Foster Cattaraugus for an enchanting evening at the 2nd Annual Adult Prom hosted at Woodside Tavern on the Range on Saturday, August 9th at 6:00pm, benefiting foster care in Cattaraugus County. Don a mask and formal attire for a night of mystery and magic.
Cocktail Hour - 6-7pm, with the event to follow 7-11pm
Dinner - 8pm, provided by Toad's Butcher Shop
Photos - 6-7:45pm, available via donation from April Bojanowski Photography
Chautauqua-Allegheny Tourism Region
Chautauqua County, the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County) and the Western NY Wilds (Allegany County) comprise the Chautauqua-Allegheny Tourism Region, which is located in South Western New York State.
Allegany County - Western NY Wilds
Allegany County is known for where nature and art meet, the Wellsville Balloon Rally, the Genesee River, ATV parks and the Bare Knuckle Boxing Museum.
Fall Weekend at EBC Little Valley!
Want to skip the crowds at Fall Fest? Head just 12 minutes outside of Ellicottville and enjoy a relaxed weekend getaway at EBC Little Valley! Savor craft beer, artisan pizzas, and the beauty of fall while taking in live music all weekend long.
Live Music Lineup:
Saturday, October 11th - Hazzard County @ 7pm
Sunday, October 12th - The Iron Eyes Experience @ 1pm
Happy Hour Special: $5 drafts from 2-6pm on both days!
Stop in for a cozy fall weekend full of good vibes, great beer, and amazing music!
Facts
Facts from around the Enchanted Mountains
"A Christmas Carol" A Retelling by Ed. Simone
Ed.Simone performs a unique, one-man show of 'A Christmas Carol'
In this solo performance, Simone, an actor and voice artist, brings all the familiar Dickens characters vividly to life: Jacob Marley, the Cratchits, the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present and Future, Old Fezziwig and, of course, Scrooge himself. In a little over an hour, Simone embodies all these characters and tells the beloved story through the eyes of a Londoner who knew them all.
The performance is presented in association with the Tri County Arts Council.
Ceramic Decor Class
Join instructor, Abby Zickefoose, on Tuesday, September 16th & 30th from 6-8pm for a two-part class in ceramic decor at the Tri-County Arts Council.
In this class you get the chance to create a 6"x6" ceramic decoration with a cute cozy reading nook scene. You get to choose the theme whether you choose a fall or Halloween theme or keep it simple for all year round.
New York Theater Ballet presents "Firebird" by George Lewis
Join the acclaimed New York Theater Ballet for a seventy-five minute program that brings to life the timeless tale of the Firebird, Royal Pas de Deux, and contemporary ballet. This magical experience will captivate audiences of all ages.
This is in Association with Tri County Arts Council.
Public Overnight Ghost Hunt
The Haunted Hinsdale House presents this exclusive Overnight Ghost Hunt! Your all-inclusive experience will include a tour of the grounds and inside the historic building. You will get history and stories from your guide, as well as use of some ghost hunting equipment to see if we can connect with the other side. If you have your own ghost hunting equipment, they highly recommend that you bring it.
Please bring a flashlight and wear appropriate clothing for ghost hunting.
Photo credit: Amity Photos
Botanical Gel Printing at Pfeiffer Nature Center