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See the Gingerbread North Union Street Display at the TCAC
The scale-model of the North Union Street features familiar buildings and businesses crafted from gingerbread, icing and candy is currently on display at the Tri-County Arts Council.
Fireworks in Cattaraugus County 2025
Fireworks in Cattaraugus County 2024
Guinness World Record Achieved at Allegany State Park 2014
Fresh off the Press (2014)!
Embracing Autumn Adventures
As the leaves start to change and a crispness fills the air, there’s an undeniable excitement that comes with the arrival of fall!
HillTap Festival @ Holiday Valley
Back to School Day!
Come over to the Salamanca Rail Museum on Main St, August 31st from 12pm - 4pm for some end of summer fun!
There will be "old time" games, a hat craft, temporary tattoos, and a raffle basket including some Rail Museum Swag & gift shop goodies!
Free Fishing Day in NY!
The NYS Dept of Environmental Conservation is hosting a FREE fishing day on February 17-18, June 29-30, September 28, and November 11th. There’s no fishing license required on those days for the fresh or marine waters of New York State, making it the opportune time for people of all ages to learn and enjoy the day. We especially encourage those with more experience to bring along the young people in your life to show them the value of patience, the anticipation of the bite and the exhilaration of the catch!
Olean Community Theatre presents: Gilbert & Sullivan's HMS Pinafore, The Musical
Join the Olean Community Theatre as they present Gilbert & Sullivan's HMS Pinafore, a hilarious comic opera and the story of Josephine, daughter of Captain Corcoran, and her love for sailor Ralph Rackstraw, while being torn between true love and her father's desire for her to marry Sir Joseph Porter, the First Lord of Admiralty. This is sure to be a funny tale of love, honor, and duty. Directed by Jake Riggs with a special arrangement by Concord Theatrics.
Showtimes at $15.00/person:
Beach Party at Allegany State Park!
Join in for an unforgettable evening at Red House Beach on Friday, August 15th from 5pm - 9pm!
Event Highlights:
Trivia Night at EBC Little Valley!
Join EBC Little Valley for a brand-new Thursday Night Trivia series! Gather your friends, grab a pint, and get ready to unleash your inner trivia buff! Mark your calendars: Trivia Nights will take place every other Thursday from 6:30pm - 8:00pm, starting April 4th.
To fuel your brainpower, Happy Hour will be extended from 4-8pm on trivia nights! Come show off your random knowledge and compete for bragging rights!
Jingle Bell Jubilee 2023
The Jingle Bell Jubilee is a holiday event featuring many activities and events: the holiday market, carolers, dance groups, wreath creation class, Shop Raffle Drawing, Sips of the Season, make and take craft, horse and wagon rides; an inflated snow globe for picture opps, cocoa and cookie crawl, decorate the tree contest, cookie decorating, and even a Rudolph run! Hours for the event are 4:30-8pm.
Little Shop of Horrors
Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater & Gowanda Community Theater Presents: Little Shop of Horrors
This is the first-ever production from Gowanda's newly developed community theater program, don't miss out on their take on the well-loved American horror comedy musical!
Showtimes: Saturday, September 20th at 2pm and Sunday, September 21st at 7pm
Tri-County Trout Derby
Tri-County Arts Council Presents New York Theater Ballet
Shakespeare Abridged at the Quick Center
Enjoy a unique and fast-paced take on the Bard with "Shakespeare Abridged"! This comedic performace is brought to the state by the Kenan Center Troupe. The Kenan Center is one of the premier facilities in the Buffalo Niagara region for arts, education and recreation programming.
Showtime is Friday, April 17th, 2026 at 7:30pm and Saturday, April 18th, 2026 at 7:30pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for senior citizens and SBU staff & faculty, and $5 for students.
Saturday with Santa at Allegany State Park - 2025
HO! HO! HO! The holidays are fast approaching and there's no better way to get into the spirit than by spending some time in Allegany State Park. Join the Environmental Education Department on Saturday, December 6, for a fun, festive, family event – Saturday with Santa!
In this, the season of giving, we are asking event participants to bring non-perishable food items and/or an unwrapped toy to be donated to a local food pantry and Toys for Tots. This is sure to be a great day! Don't miss out!
Santa Express Train Ride 2023
Join us on a fun and festive Christmas train ride where the kids get to meet Santa! He might even have gifts for all the boys and girls!
All trips have an on-board cash sale concession.
Times of Train Rides:
- Train departs at 11:00am, 1:00pm & 3:00pm on each day
Happy Holidays! Purchase your tickets!
Salamanca-Seneca Falling Leaves Festival
Winter Art Crawl at The Onohsagwe:de' Cultural Center
Join the Onöhsagwë: de’ Cultural Center for a day of shopping. Native artists and craftspeople will be set up indoors, throughout the building. Free and open to the public. Museum admission is free for the day.
Monster Truck Rally
Galvin Cello Quartet at the Quick Center
Experience the captivating sounds of Galvin Cello Quartet. These talented musicians explore the limitless range of a cello ensemble by bringing together new pieces from diverse cultural backgrounds while seeking to establish the cello quartet as a core part of the classical music world.
Showtime is Friday, February 20th, 2026 at 7:30pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for senior citizens and SBU staff & faculty, and $5 for students.
Free Fishing Day in NY!
The NYS Dept of Environmental Conservation is hosting a FREE fishing day on February 15-16, June 28-29, September 27, and November 11th. There’s no fishing license required on those days for the fresh or marine waters of New York State, making it the opportune time for people of all ages to learn and enjoy the day. We especially encourage those with more experience to bring along the young people in their lives to show them the value of patience, the anticipation of the bite, and the exhilaration of the catch!
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at the Seneca Market
Come celebrate the proud history and traditions of Native American people at Seneca Allegany Casino. Shop Native crafters & artisans and enjoy traditional Indigenous dance.
Southern Tier Symphony Holiday Brass at the Quick Center
Celebrate the season with an exciting performance by the Southern Tier Symphony! The Holiday Brass concert brings bold, joyful sounds to ring in the holidays.
Showtime is Friday, December 5th, 2025 at 7:30pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for senior citizens and SBU staff & faculty, and $5 for students.
Socialize with Us
2024 Ellicottville Wellness Fair
Kicking off at 11am with a vendor show, a segmented group workout with Warrior Fitness trainers, Food Trucks, DJ, dunk tank, a kids carnival and lawn game tournaments!
Kick off the warmer weather with a community wellness event created with everyone in mind!