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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!
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Olean's Santa Claus Lane Parade 2024
Come join Santa and Mrs. Claus as they officially light the town's holiday decorations! This festive Annual Santa Claus Lane Parade is held annually on the Friday after Thanksgiving and the traditional kick-off to the holiday season. Santa will be in attendance and light up thousands of lights in Lincoln Park and downtown Olean when he parades through town in celebration.
Movie in the Park
Come on down to Bicentennial Park in Little Valley to enjoy a FREE movie night on Thursday, June 27th hosted by Friends of Little Valley!
This event opens at 7:00pm, Movie (Wonka) starts at 7:30pm.
Bring your own seat and blanket to enjoy the movie! Refreshments, games, and more!
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
Questions
Contact us with your questions on our Tourism Promotion Grant Program questions form or call us at 1-800-331-0573.
Guinness World Record Achieved at Allegany State Park 2014
Fresh off the Press (2014)!
New Seneca-Iroquois National Museum Opens 2018
Cultural Center on the Allegany Reservation preserves sacred artifacts, expands Native educational programs, features a 3-D printing lab and the first Longhouse built in two centuries.
An Adventure on the Ellicottville Bike Trails
The blog was created after the adventure in 2010.
First Day Hike at ASP!
Date & Time: Wednesday, January 1, 2025, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Allegany State Park - Red House Area (Allegany)
Event Details:
Mother's Day Boutique Crawl
12 Skating Days of Christmas 2025
Through the generosity of the community businesses and organizations listed below, the City of Olean Youth Bureau & Recreation Department is offering free admission for public ice skating. There is a $4.00 skate rental fee.
Sponsored by the Olean Rotary Club.
First Day Bike 2026
Join Next Level Mountain Biking for the first "bike" of the year!
Meet at Camp Allegany at 11am on January 1st, 2026. The pace and length of the ride will be moderate or determined by the riders. Participants may split into two different groups so that no one gets left behind.
Fat Tire bikes are advised, given the conditions of the trails that may be present.
Native Plant Day at Pfeiffer Nature Center
Join Royal Fern Nursery, LLC on Saturday, August 30th from 2-5pm for an immersive outdoor experience!
Explore the trails and learn about native plant identification, ecology, and traditional uses with expert guides. Browse a selection of native flowers, grasses, trees, and shrubs to enhance your outdoor space.
Plus, support the Nature Center - a percentage of the proceeds will be donated. Mark your calendars and come connect with nature!
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!
Live Music with the Iron Eyes Experience
Get ready to rock and join the fun at Ellicottville Brewing Co. - Little Valley on July 13th from 1-4pm for an unforgettable afternoon of live music with the Iron Eyes Experience!
Come groove to the sounds of this talented band and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with friends and family. Whether you're a fan of rock, blues, or just great music, Iron Eyes Experience is sure to bring the energy!
Halloween Party
The Great Valley Volunteer Fire Company is hosting a Halloween Party!
$10 per person
Doors open at 6:00pm and the band, Remedy, will play 7:00pm-11:00pm.
Full bar, cash only.
21 and older event.