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Gowanda Area Historical Society Museum
Christmas in Gowanda 2023
![Christmas in Gowanda](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/christmasgowanda.jpg?itok=r3JQq4Tg)
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!
Gowanda
Gowanda is a town and village that is in Cattaraugus County and Erie County.
Gowanda was settled in 1810 by Turner Aldrich and incorporated as Gowanda in 1848. The name "Gowanda" came from the Seneca Indian phrase of "a valley among the hills" or "under the cliffs."
"Maui Mayhem" Murder Mystery
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
Eclipse Watch Party at the Historic Hollywood Theater
![Inside the Hollywood Theater in Gowanda](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Theatre%20Shoot%20-24_1.jpg?itok=41CzAzEr)
"Matriarch Mayhem" Murder Mystery
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
Murder Mystery Mayhem
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
Murder Mystery Mayhem
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
"Master Angler Mayhem" Murder Mystery
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
Persia Town Hall
Persia
Location
Persia is a town in the northwest part of Cattaraugus County, New York.
"Master Angler Mayhem" Murder Mystery
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
"Matriarch Mayhem" Murder Mystery
![NYLE Train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2519.jpg?itok=mTz07tMT)
"Duke Bluebeard's Castle" - A One Act Opera
![Inside the Hollywood Theater in Gowanda](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Theatre%20Shoot%20-24_1.jpg?itok=41CzAzEr)
"Band of the Tonawandas"
![Inside the Hollywood Theater in Gowanda](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Theatre%20Shoot%20-24_1.jpg?itok=41CzAzEr)
Queen City at the Historic Hollywood Theater
![Inside the Hollywood Theater in Gowanda](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Theatre%20Shoot%20-24_1.jpg?itok=41CzAzEr)
"First Responders" Train Ride 2022
![NYLE Railroad in Gowanda](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/73162656_1185797724963643_2967697645620953088_o-1.jpg?itok=BtfDrFF2)
If you’re a first responder, enjoy a free roundtrip train ride from Gowanda, NY, to South Dayton and back. A 30-minute layover in the village of South Dayton lets you explore the vendors in the area, such as farmers, baked goods, and crafts. All first responders ride for free!
- Train Departs at 11:00am & 2:00pm on Saturday
- Train Departs at 2:00pm on Sunday
Tri-County Trout Derby
![Fishing in the Cattaraugus Creek](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Catt%20Co%20Fly%20Fishing-106.jpg?itok=rkReeGwa)
Socialize with Us
Let's Talk Films
![Inside Gowanda Hollywood Theater](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Theatre%20Shoot%20-24.jpg?itok=KTGl3Tt-)
The Fleetwood Mac Experience
![Inside the Hollywood Theater in Gowanda](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Theatre%20Shoot%20-24_1.jpg?itok=41CzAzEr)
Avoid the Winter Blues
You may think that the winter in the Enchanted Mountains is only for skiiers and snowboarders, but it's not! Check out the variety of events happening for you to enjoy without skis or a snowboard.