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First NASCAR Points Champion from Northeast USA
The very first NASCAR points champion from the Northeast part of the USA, Bill Rexford, began his career at the Pennyroyal Race Track in Leon, NY.
Bill is NASCAR's youngest Cup Champion and the 1950 NASCAR points champion, which was the second year of the NASCAR Cup Series Championship.
While the Pennyroyal Race Track in Leon is back to being a field you can learn more about the history of the Pennyroyal Race Track on HistoricPath.com
View a gallery of photos about the Pennyroyal Race Track
Learn more about Bill Rexford on Wikipedia
Centennial Hollywood Happening
Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater proudly presents Centennial Hollywood Happening on Saturday, April 18th starting at 2:00pm.
Don't miss this epic throwback to the Harley/Hollywood happening weekend packed with live music, a tattoo contest, and more! Food and drinks will be available to purchase.
Tickets are available presale and at the door, $10 for a day pass ticket.
Band Lineup
2:00pm - Rockabilly Steve & BR3-BlueS
5:00pm - Wasted Whiskey
StrOlean
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce and city leadership are inviting the community out for a night on the town. Working with the city and members of the business community, the Chamber is announcing “StrOlean,” the event aims to bring folks to the downtown shopping district for an evening of fun.
Bret Michaels "Parti-Gras" at the Casino
Holiday Valley Ski Resort's Anticipated Opening Day 2023
Holiday Valley has announced that their anticipated opening day is November 24th- Weather permitting. Finger crossed that Mother Nature let's that happen!!
Check Holiday Valleys Facebook page for updates!
Holiday Valley Beer and Wine Festival
Get ready to raise your glass and indulge in the ultimate celebration of craft beverages at the Holiday Valley Beer and Wine Festival 2025! Join Holiday Valley on November 7th and 8th for a weekend brimming with exceptional brews, fine wines, and unforgettable fun. Nestled in the picturesque beauty of Ellicottville, NY, this festival is the perfect blend of amazing flavors, live entertainment, and scenic views.
Kick off the weekend with the "Crawl Outta Fall" event.
Photo credit: Holiday Valley Resort
Tri-County Arts Council: Encaustic Workshop
Join Merry Ryding on October 26th from 11am-2pm for an Encaustic workshop at the Tri-County Arts Council in Olean.
Explore the art of Encaustic, a hot wax medium perfect for transforming paper scraps and other lightweight materials into beautiful creations. Participants can bring small copies of photos, poems, or quotes printed on lightweight paper, though various papers will be provided.
Rusty Rooster Backyard Maker's Market
Rusty Rooster Farm & Vintage LLC , in Portville is hosting their 3rd Annual Barkyard Maker's Market on Saturday, July 25th from 10am - 4:00pm.
The event features a ton of vendors, chicken bbq, Live music... and so much more.
For more information and/or updates check out the event on Facebook.
Queen City at the Historic Hollywood Theater
Easter Craft Vendor Event
Shop through the craft vendors and take your photo with the Easter Bunny!
Holiday Valley's Red Bull Rail Jam
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!
Raise the Roof with the Wildwood Crew!
Get ready for a spine-tingling celebration! Join Wildwood's 8th birthday bash on Saturday, June 28th from 6pm-11:55pm. There will be cake (at 6pm), spooky stories, and a chance to dive into the unknown with Kristie London's gallery reading (at 7:00pm). Then, grab your flashlight and join the investigation! Proceeds will help the Wildwood Crew raise the roof (literally!) on their garage to fix some needed repairs and will eventually give guests a whole new area to explore.
Brave Strangers
Get ready for some "Old Time Rock & Roll" as Gowanda's Historic Hollywood theater presents Brave Strangers: A Tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band!
Tickets - $25
Get your tickets by visiting, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brave-strangers-tickets, at McCormack's Hardware, Honk's Grape & Grain, Jesse's Home & Gifts, Benda at Community Bank or just get at the door!
Brave Strangers - Bob Seger Tribute Band
GET READY TO ROCK! The Gowanda Historic Theatre presents: "Brave Strangers: A Tribute to Bob Seger" on Friday, April 25th from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Welcome Brave Strangers, the ultimate Bob Seger tribute band! This incredible group of musicians will take you on a journey through Seger's iconic discography, playing all your favorite hits! Don't miss this unforgettable night of music!
Tickets are $25!
Ellicottville Championship Rodeo
Craft Vendor Farm & Flea Market
Free admission to the public!
There will be a basket raffle, 50/50, face painting, custom leather patches/hats, petting zoo and pony rides, and freeze dried candy!
Proceeds go towards updating our Playground and Grounds
Oak Hill Park Concert Series 2026