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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!

Fattie's Creamery and Grill

Ice Cream at Fatties

Family owned, Fatties Creamery and Grill offers soft and hard ice cream. They have Perry's and also Ashby's Sterling Ice Cream. With so many mouth watering flavors, they have also launched their "ice cream flights" so you can try several flavors at once!

HoliMont

Group riding up the chairlift at HoliMont
North America's largest private ski area devoted to family skiing, mountain biking, and outdoor adventures.

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.

Trivia Night at The Challenger Learning Center

Challenger learning center logo

The Challenger Learning Center announced the return of their popular space quiz event! Join in to test your space knowledge and also support a local organization. The event will feature a quiz with prizes for the winning team. You can participate in a team of 2-5 players.

Apart from the quiz, we will also have raffles with exciting prizes such as a Cutco Block, a $100 gift certificate from the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, a $50 AMC gift certificate, and more. You can still purchase raffle tickets even if you are not attending the event.

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StrOlean

Person enjoying a stroll through walkable Olean

The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce and city leadership are inviting the community out for a night on the town. Working with the city and members of the business community, the Chamber is announcing “StrOlean,” the event aims to bring folks to the downtown shopping district for an evening of fun. 

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Manor House B & B

inside by the fireplace

Built in the 1850's, this Historic Homestead is secluded in stately pines on a 130 acre Horse farm. Numerous porches and decks provide relaxing areas to follow the sun and enjoy beautiful sunsets or star gaze.

Jazz & Blues Weekend

Jazz weekend in Ellicottville
A weekend full of Jazz and Blues musical performances throughout the village of Ellicottville.
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Raise the Roof with the Wildwood Crew!

Wildwood Sanitarium

Get ready for a spine-tingling celebration!  Join Wildwood's 8th birthday bash on Saturday, June 28th from 6pm-11:55pm. There will be cake (at 6pm), spooky stories, and a chance to dive into the unknown with Kristie London's gallery reading (at 7:00pm). Then, grab your flashlight and join the investigation!  Proceeds will help the Wildwood Crew raise the roof (literally!) on their garage to fix some needed repairs and will eventually give guests a whole new area to explore.

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The Grove

Lobster tails at The Grove
If you are looking for a great dining experience in a charming atmosphere, this is the place for you.

Victorian Christmas at The Fannie Bartlett House 2025

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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College Daze at Holiday Valley

Skiiers at Holiday Valley

Spend winter break at Holiday Valley with this special lodge and lift  package designed for college students. Cost is just $239 per person (plus tax) for quad occupancy at The Inn at Holiday Valley, 3 days and 2 nights lift tickets (start anytime Sunday through 4:30 on Tuesday), an arrival gift, hosted parties, tastings and more.

First time skiers or snowboarders get a FREE 1.5 hour lesson, rental equipment and a beginners area lift ticket.  College Season Passholders can deduct $100 from their package price.

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Groups

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