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Saturday with Santa at Allegany State Park 2023

Red House at Allegany State Park

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 2nd for a fun, festive, family event- Saturday with Santa!

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Little Valley Riders Club Trails

Trails:

All levels, from beginner to advanced trail riders.

Footing:

Varies from easy to moderate to rocky.

Markings:

There are maps to promote trail riding on your own, in loops of 1, 2, or 3 hours; and for the more adventurous, you can ride all day.

Camping:

24 camper spots available with hook-ups and 50+ spots without hook-ups, call (716) 969-7390 for reservations.

Parking:

Large area available for all types of parking.

Lewis “Deerfoot” Bennett, Jacket Gifting Ceremony

Leather jacket of Seneca long-distance runner Lewis “Deerfoot” Bennett
The Onöhsagwë: de’ Cultural Center (OCC) invites the public to attend a gifting ceremony on Friday October 20, 2023 of famed Seneca long-distance runner Lewis “Deerfoot” Bennett's leather jacket.
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Ellicottville Fall Festival

Aerial view looking West from the East side of Ellicottville during Ellicottville's Fall Festival (2018)
Explore the arts and crafts, seasonal food, beverages and the ski resorts in this ski town during an Autumn weekend

Avoid the Winter Blues

Hikers at Allegany State Park

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. 

Guide for Steelhead Fishing in Cattaraugus Creek

Cattaraugus Creek offers over 34 miles of steelhead angling opportunities from Lake Erie to the Springville Dam. A portion of the stream and its lower tributaries are on Seneca Nation of Indian Lands, so if you plan to fish there, you will need a license for the Reservation.

Embracing Autumn Adventures

Fall Banner

As the leaves start to change and a crispness fills the air, there’s an undeniable excitement that comes with the arrival of fall!

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Mirchi Bar-N'-Grill

Plate of food at Mirchi's Bar & Grill
Enjoy a medley of fresh herbs and spices in every bite of the Indian specialties at Mirchi's.

Campground Adventures

Ischua Creek next at Campground Adventures
Campground Adventures, your premier glamping and camping destination in Western New York! Located on the banks of Ischua Creek, situated within Enchanted Mountains, nestled between Allegany State Park and Letchworth State Park.

Winter Family Fun Walk with Allegany State Park

Redhouse Lake at ASP

Beat the winter blues and join us for a winter filled with fun indoor and outdoor activities. Allegany State Park and the Pat McGee Trail will be bustling with activities provided by the Allegany Region Environmental Educators. 

Pat McGee Trail nature walk begins at 1:00 p.m. at the New Albion Road parking area of the trail.

For more information, please contact the Environmental Education/Recreation Department at 716-265-8366 or 716-379-6941.

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Zet's Cuisine

Fish Fry at Zet's Cuisine in Portville
Savor generous portions of Italian-inspired comfort food at ZET’s Cuisine, a family-friendly Portville gem featuring hand-crafted pastas, signature Italian sausage rolls, and a fun arcade room for all ages.

Victorian Christmas at The Olean Bartlett House 2024

Christmas decor in the Fannie Bartlett House

Take a trip back in time with a Victorian Christmas at the Fannie Bartlett House in Olean, the Friday after Thanksgiving. Watch the Santa Claus Lane Parade before or after touring this beautifully restored mansion built in 1881 with 15 rooms, including a third-floor ballroom.

The historic house will be adorned with Christmas decorations during its annual open house on Friday from 6-9pm. There will be refreshments and raffle baskets, proceeds to benefit the Bartlett House. 

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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

Contact us with your questions on our Tourism Promotion Grant Program questions form or call us at 1-800-331-0573.