Skip to main content

Search

Displaying 181 - 210 of 591

Jazz & Blues Weekend

Jazz weekend in Ellicottville
A weekend full of Jazz and Blues musical performances throughout the village of Ellicottville.
Dates

Buckskin & Calico Live! - Little Valley Riders Club

Little Valley Riders Club

Join the Little Valley Riders Club for a fun-filled evening of square dancing, country, and fifties music on May 25th, 2025, from 7 pm to 11 pm! 

It's a family-friendly event, so bring the kids along. Feel free to bring your own drinks and snacks. No horses required – just come for the dance and good times!

Dates
, -

2025 Winter Blues Weekend

Winter Blues Festival in Ellicottville

Ellicottville is looking forward to a weekend full of the best blues bands in the region! Come down and shake those winter blues with them as they fill their village with music. 

Dates
- ,

Jazz & Blues Weekend

Jazz weekend in Ellicottville
A weekend full of Jazz and Blues musical performances throughout the village of Ellicottville.
Dates
- ,

Welcome

We are naturally yours to enjoy on the "other side of New York State." We are the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State. 

Experience the thrill of discovery in Cattaraugus County—Western New York’s ultimate playground for adventure seekers and nature lovers! From the moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by rolling hills, lush forests, and sparkling waterways that beckon you to explore!

 

Learn to Love Winter Lessons

Lessons at Holiday Valley

Discover the joy of skiing and snowboarding with Holiday Valley's Learn to Love Winter event on January 3rd! For anyone ages 4+ who is brand new to snowsports, this beginner-friendly experience is the perfect way to start your winter lifestyle journey!

What’s Included:

Dates
, -

Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino: Annual Tree Lighting

Casino

Come celebrate the magic of the holiday season at the free, family-friendly Annual Holiday Tree lighting celebration at Seneca Allegany on Wednesday, December 3 from 4 to 7 p.m., featuring horse-drawn carriage rides from 4-7pm and a tree lighting at approximately 5:30 p.m.

Dates
, -

Transportation

Various ways to get here and how to get around the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County, New York).

Major Roadways:

  • Interstate 86 runs east/west through our region.
  • U.S. Route 219 runs north/south through our region.

Rental Cars / Vehicles:

Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Olean, NY

Hertz Car Rental in Yorkshire, NY

Airports:

Bussing: (SP)

  • Seneca Bus Service
  • The City of Olean has bussing that covers the entire city.
  • Holiday Valley Resort and the Village of Ellicottville has busing that also travels to the Seneca-Niagara Casino, located in Salamanca.

Uber / Lyft / Etc.??

x

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.

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.

Distilled & Chilled Music Festival

Barrel at Ellicottville Distillery

Ellicottville Distillery will host their 5th annual Distilled & Chilled Music Festival!

Craft Beer, Food Trucks & Craft Vendors Onsite!

Dates
, -

Line Dancing at EBC-Little Valley

Cowgirl boots line dancing

Dust off those boots!

Join Ciara at EBC Little Valley for a night of line dancing!

Start slow with beginner steps, then kick it up with beginner/intermediate moves.

Free for all!

Dates
, -

Buffalo Philharmonic and JoAnn Falletta at Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts!

Regina A. Quick Center

Join the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts in welcoming the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and JoAnn Falletta on Sunday, September 21st, at 3pm.

Expect a powerful performance that promises an evening of moving music and world-class musicianship!

Showtime is Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 3pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for senior citizens and SBU staff and faculty, and $5 for students. 

Dates
, -

Great Valley Band Jam 2025

Great Valley Band Jam
A special, big music event weekend with free camping!
Dates
, -
, -

Ice Cream Children's Weekend Train Ride

NYLE Railroad in Gowanda

Celebrate Children's Weekend with some ice cream and a train ride!

Saturday- Train departs at 11:00am and 2:00pm.

Dates
, -
, -

Seneca Sips Beer and Wine Festival

Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino

Join Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino outside for an exciting festival of sips, bites, and local community!

General Admission Sampler- $50
Includes a tasting at each brewery & winery vendor, food tastings, and $20 Free Slot Play.

General Admission Non-Sampler- $35 
Includes food tastings, 2 non-alcoholic drink tickets, and $20 Free Slot Play.

Age 21+ only

Dates
, -

Wild Wing Festival

Swan at Gooseneck

On August 25th The Wild Wing Festival will be held with music by the Rustic Ramblers and food from 12-4 pm. There will be guided tours of all the birds in the 6-acre aviary. You will have a guided tour of the birds and learn about the 78 different species. 

Cost is $10/ adults per person and $5 for children under 12. Food will be served by Lil's Deli including Pizza, Chicken fingers, Fries, Cookies, etc.

 Dining tents will be available in case of rain. Please bring your lawn chairs.

Dates
, -

Fall Foliage Train Ride

NYLE Train
Experience the fall foliage on a train ride through the countryside.
Dates
, -
, -
, -
, -
, -
, -
, -
, -

Fall Foliage Train Ride

NYLE Train
Experience the fall foliage on a train ride through the countryside.
Dates
, -
, -
, -
, -
, -
, -
, -
, -