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Largest Private Ski Resort in North America
HoliMont is the largest private ski resort in North America and has 52 slopes and 8 chair lifts.
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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).
Activities
Activities in the Enchanted Mountains year-round.
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
Requesting Applications for 2024 Tourism Promotion Grants
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.
American Hawkeye
They are ready to share the world of falconry with you and your family, friends or event!
Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino Wins 15 Awards
SENECA RESORTS & CASINOS PROPERTIES STAND OUT AMONG INDUSTRY’S BEST
IN ANNUAL BEST OF GAMING AWARDS FROM CASINO PLAYER MAGAZINE!
Seneca resorts combine for impressive 14 First Place honors, 39 total awards
Berry Bliss-A Peaceful Pick-Your-Own Blueberry Adventure
Berry Bliss in the Enchanted Mountains: A Peaceful Pick-Your-Own Blueberry Adventure
May the 4th Be With You Trail Run
Go on a run at HoliMont with some TrailSquatches!
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Rev Rail Tours Start!
Rev Rail tours start on May 15th!
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Visit with Santa at The Fannie Bartlett House 2024
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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Springville Jazz Orchestra at Burdick Blueberries
Visit Burdick Blueberries for Springville Jazz Orchestra event.
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Fine Art & Craft Market
Art-filled event!
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2026 Cattaraugus County Fair
Make plans to attend the 2026 Cattaraugus County Fair!
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Pie on the Porch at The Fannie Bartlett House
Visit the Fannie Bartlett House for their "Pie on the Porch" event! They will have pie-themed raffle baskets!
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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Oak Hill Park Concert Series 2026
Line up for the 2026 Oak Hill Park Concert Series in Olean, NY.
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Tyler Hubbard at the Cattaraugus County Fair
The 1st concert at the Catt. County Fair of 2024.
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Haunted History Walk at Griffis Sculpture Park
The shapeshifters are out at Griffis Sculpture Park. Take a Haunted History Walk through the park with Mason Winfield.
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Peter Cotton Tail Express
Take a train ride with the Easter Bunny!
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Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show
Rock enthusiasts will have the chance to view, purchase, and learn about rare and common rocks from around the world.
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Friends of Allegany State Park: Fire Tower Saturdays
Don't miss this opportunity to explore the last standing fire tower in Allegany State Park!
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6th Annual PUMP & RUN
High Repetition Bench Press and One Mile Run to Four Mile Brewery.
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Portville's Arts, Crafts & Antique Show 2024
Portville Central School’s Arts, Crafts, & Antiques Show returns as a one day, indoor event. It will be held at the Portville High School and will feature art, crafts, antiques and food on Saturday, November 2nd from 10:00am-5:00pm.
Proceeds collected directly benefit the students of Portville Central School in the form of achievement awards and student scholarships.
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LFA Seneca Fight Night at the Casino
Seneca Fight Night at the Casino with Legacy Fighting Alliance.
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Peter Cotton Tail Express
Take a train ride with the Easter Bunny!
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2025 Route 16 Yard Sale
43 miles of garage sales all along route 16.
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Bear Creek Lake Resort Dice Run
An exciting gathering that combines outdoor adventure with a fun twist.
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2024 Cattaraugus County Fair
Make plans to attend the 2024 Cattaraugus County Fair!
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Visit with Santa at The Fannie Bartlett House 2025
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 6th from noon -3pm. Kids will have the opportunity to visit with Santa from 1pm -3pm.
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