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Olean

Olean is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The name is derived from the Latin word "oleum" due to the discovery of crude oil in nearby Ischua.

Kids and Adult Fishing Clinic

Learn about the sport of fishing!

Dates

Sat, May 4 2024 , 10am - 2pm

Cutco/Ka-Bar Visitors Center

The people, products and history of Cutco and Ka-Bar are part of the fascinating story of innovation and commitment.

Saturday with Santa at Allegany State Park!

HO! HO! HO! The holidays are right around the corner, and there's no better way to get into the spirit than by spending a fun-filled day at Allegany State Park for a Saturday with Santa on Saturday December 6th from 11:00am - 3:00pm.

Join the Environmental Education Department for a festive family event featuring crafts, games, photos with Santa, and plenty of holiday cheer.

Dates

Sat, Dec 6 2025 , 11am - 3pm

Pope Haven Campground

Pope Haven campground is a beautiful country side campground in the heart of the Amish trail. For people of all ages, family oriented and pet friendly. Cabin rental, golf cart rental, full hook up campsites or just tent camping available!

2024 Tame the Tuna Regatta

Paddle 5.5 miles down the Tunungwant Creek, wear a costume if you'd like and make some stops along the way.

Dates

Sat, Jul 27 2024 , 9am - 1pm

Group B

"Group B" of the Tourism Promotion Grant Program (Bed Tax Program) is for any organization (non-profit or business) to get more people to their event or destination.

Overview

A portion of 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. Any eligible grantee will partner and coordinate with the Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning & Tourism (EDPT).

Funds for Marketing Campaign

The funds supplied by this grant, the funding source, are from the County's share of taxes collected from overnight stays, bed taxes, within the County.

This funding is intended to supplement your marketing campaign's advertising budget and not meant to be your entire advertising budget; therefore a match or share of cost is expected.

Eligible Applicants

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

The funds in this group will be administered by EDPT. Grantees will partner and coordinate with EDPT.

Application Period

Catt. County EDPT will announce the release of the applications in fall for the upcoming year. Applications are accepted after they are released from October to early December. Please double check application dates as they vary slightly each year.

Application Process

Complete an application for each marketing campaign project.

The marketing campaign should include which expenses would be covered by the Bed Tax Grant Program and which would be covered by your organization. The marketing campaign for Group B of the Tourism Promotion Grant Program could potentially contain a mix of following:

Print materials
Online Advertising
Radio Advertising
Television & Video Advertising

Possible applicants should develop a written plan for how their funding will be used.

Application & Guidelines Document

tourism_grant_guidelines_2026.pdf

Questions

Ashford

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.

2025 Tame the Tuna Regatta

Paddle 5.5 miles down the Tunungwant Creek, wear a costume if you'd like and make some stops along the way.

Dates

Sat, Jul 26 2025 , 9am - 6pm

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

Dates

Fri, Oct 31 2025, 8pm - Sat, Nov 1 2025, 9am

Sat, Nov 1 2025, 8pm - Sun, Nov 2 2025, 9am

Freedom

The town of Freedom, NY is full of farms and woodland. The hamlet of Sandusky is in the Town of Freedom. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 40.6 square miles, of which, 40.3 square miles of it is land and 0.3 square miles of it (0.64%) is water.

Referencing the Enchanted Mountains

Mention and link to the Enchanted Mountains

We love it when you mention the Enchanted Mountains!

Website Recommendations

EM in Content

Content mentions that they are in the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York which links to EnchantedMountains.com.

Examples:

Rock City Park Example

Good:
Rock City Park is in Cattaraugus County the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State.
Better:

Snowmobile Trail Map

Maps of snowmobiling trails in Cattaraugus County

J & D Scuba Shop

All your diving needs locally.

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.

Gowanda Area Historical Society Museum

Museum in Gowanda.

Tri-County Arts Council: Pet Painting Workshop

Join Jessica Borchert on November 19th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM for a vibrant workshop where you’ll use bright colors and a grid technique to create a stunning portrait of your pet. The class will use a 14" x 11" canvas. While we’d love to meet your pet in person, please bring a photo reference of your furry friend instead.

Cost:

$30 - Artisan Members & Above

$40 - Basic/Family Members & Non-Members

Dates

Tue, Nov 19 2024 , 5 - 7pm

Rusty Rooster - "The Christmas Barn Show"

The Rusty Rooster: Christmas Barn Show

Get a head start on your holiday shopping and support local business at The Rusty Rooster's Christmas Barn Show on Saturday, December 6th and 13th from 10am - 2:00pm at 8879 Dake Hill Rd Cattaraugus. Find unique, handcrafted gifts for everyone on your list.

What you'll find:

Dates

Sat, Dec 6 2025 , 10am - 2pm

Sat, Dec 13 2025 , 10am - 2pm

Christmas in Gowanda

Gowanda is a a beautifully quaint community nestled among the hills surrounding Cattaraugus Creek and is coming together for a Christmas Celebration. Come help start off the holiday season downtown with local merchants, train rides all day, Annual tree lighting ceremony, Holiday Spirit Parade and a festive atmosphere for the whole family. Of course we can not forget that Santa and all his helpers will be there to help us celebrate this joyous time of year! Mark your calendars!

Dates

Sat, Dec 7 2024 , 12 - 9pm

Lime Lake Marine and RV

A great place to buy your boat and/or RV!

Galentine's Cocktail Event with RocketCup Coffee!

Celebrate your friendships in style this Galentine’s Day!

Dates

Fri, Feb 7 2025 , 6:30 - 7:30pm

2026 Tame the Tuna Regatta

Paddle 5.5 miles down the Tunungwant Creek, wear a costume if you'd like and make some stops along the way.

Dates

Sat, Jul 25 2026 , 9am - 6pm

Adult Prom - to benefit Foster Care!

Join Foster Cattaraugus on Saturday, August 10th from 7-10pm at Woodside Tavern on the Range for a magical evening at their Enchanted Forest Adult Prom to benefit foster children in Cattaraugus County!

Dress to impress in your finest attire and get ready to relive the nostalgia of prom night in a whole new way. Whether you're going going solo or with a date, this event promises to be a night to remember with a whimsical setting filled with twinkling lights and enchanting decor.

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