Summer

Summer time in the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County

Summer Events

2023 Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament

Gus Macker logo
Fri, 06/02/2023 - 8:30am - Sun, 06/04/2023 - 5:00pm

The one and only Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball, America's largest outdoor basketball tournament, will be held in Olean on June 2nd - 4th.

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Sky High Adventure Park Opens for Weekends 2023

Sky High Adventure Park
Repeats every week until Mon Jun 12 2023 .
Fri, 05/05/2023 - 9:00am - Sun, 05/07/2023 - 6:00pm
Fri, 05/12/2023 - 9:00am - Sun, 05/14/2023 - 6:00pm
Fri, 05/19/2023 - 9:00am - Sun, 05/21/2023 - 6:00pm
Fri, 05/26/2023 - 9:00am - Sun, 05/28/2023 - 6:00pm
Fri, 06/02/2023 - 9:00am - Sun, 06/04/2023 - 6:00pm
Fri, 06/09/2023 - 9:00am - Sun, 06/11/2023 - 6:00pm

Sky High Adventure Park opens weekends in Spring on May 5th! They will be open from 9am to 6pm Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays until June 11th and then open daily on June 17th.

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June StrOlean 2023

Strolean June 2019
Fri, 06/02/2023 - 10:00am - 10:00pm

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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Triple D Rodeo - Bulls & Barrels

Kids event at the rodeo
Fri, 06/02/2023 - 6:30pm - 11:00pm

Triple D Rodeo, the newest Rodeo in Cattaraugus County should be your next stop! They host their "Bulls & Barrels" events every 3rd Friday of each month through the summer.

High action live bull riding and barrel racing with some of the best cowboys and cowgirls, trick riding, stick horse races, kids events and so much more!!

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Bradley's 2nd Annual Car Show 2023

Car on display at Car Show
Sat, 06/03/2023 - 1:00pm - 7:00pm

Bradleys Auto Detailing is hosting their second annual car show in Cattaraugus!

Bring your hot rods, clunkers, ray rods, & motorcycles! Best of show is $500 CASH prize!

$20 to register cars, free for spectators!

There will be live music, food, vendors, and drinks! 

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Summer at the Stone House: Laura Fitzgerald

Cattaraugus County Museum side view
Thu, 06/08/2023 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm

The Summer at the Stone House event series kicks off the 2023 season on June 8th!  Laura Fitzgerald will host a presentation about Cemetery Symbolism. 

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St. Mary of the Angels Basilica Fest

Basilica Fest as seen from an aerial view
Fri, 06/09/2023 - 12:00pm - Sun, 06/11/2023 - 6:00pm

Enjoy a good old-fashioned church festival at the St. Mary of the Angels Basilica Fest in Olean, NY!  Three big days of Faith + Family + Fun!  They've been doing it for 51 years and can’t stop! Come enjoy the drive to the scenic Enchanted Mountains where food, games, music and fun await you!

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Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels Free Tour

Inside view of the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels
Repeats every week until Sun Dec 31 2023 except Fri Apr 07 2023, Fri May 05 2023, Fri Jun 02 2023, Fri Jul 07 2023, Fri Aug 04 2023, Fri Sep 01 2023, Fri Oct 06 2023, Fri Nov 03 2023, Fri Dec 01 2023.
Fri, 03/10/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 03/17/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 03/24/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 03/31/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 04/14/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 04/21/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 04/28/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 05/12/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 05/19/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 05/26/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 06/09/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 06/16/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 06/23/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 06/30/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 07/14/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 07/21/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 07/28/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 08/11/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 08/18/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 08/25/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 09/08/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 09/15/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 09/22/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 09/29/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 10/13/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 10/20/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 10/27/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 11/10/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 11/17/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 11/24/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 12/08/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 12/15/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 12/22/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fri, 12/29/2023 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels Free Tours available on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th Fridays of the month. No reservations necessary. Come and discover the beauty of the southern tier's Basilica of St.

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Nada Regatta Music Festival

Nada Regatta Music Festival
Fri, 06/09/2023 - 3:00pm - Sat, 06/10/2023 - 11:30pm

Great Valley Fire Company will host their first Nada Regatta Music Festival on June 9th and 10th. 

There will be a 50/50 raffle, food vendors, beer served at the Clubhouse, and live music all weekend by:

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Heritage Day at the Onöhsagwë: De’ Cultural Center 2023

Heritage Day
Sat, 06/10/2023 - 10:00am - 5:00pm

The SINM is happy to announce their annual Heritage Day festival. The event is free and open to the public. 

Smoke dance competitions, artisan market, food, and more!!

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Love Letters of a Union Soldier

Edgar Shannon
Sat, 06/10/2023 - 2:00pm - 3:00pm

"Dear Frant, I seat myself to commune with you through the medium of the pen... I can hardly realize that I am going to war..." So begins the first letter Edgar Shannon who had just joined the 154th New York volunteers to his sweetheart back home in Leon, New York. Their ensuing correspondence unfolds into a story of a love blossoming amid wartime terror, hardship, victories and defeats.

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BasilicaFEST 5k Run/5K Walk

A View of the Allegheny River Valley Trail
Sun, 06/11/2023 - 7:00am - 11:00am

The BasilicaFEST 5k Run/ 5K Walk will be held on June 11th. Registration begins at 7am at Gargoyle Park.

Registration is available online at Smaolean.org or on the day of the race!

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Holiday Valley Mudslide 2023

Holiday Valley Mudslide
Sat, 06/17/2023 - 10:00am - 3:00pm

The Holiday Valley Mudslide is a mudrun that's really, really FUN. Yes, you'll get muddy, yes there is running, yes there are lots of obstacles but NO fire, NO barbed wire and NO electric shocks!

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Randolph's 49th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival 2023

Arts and Crafts Festival 2016
Sat, 06/17/2023 - 10:00am - 5:00pm

Being held on Main Street in Randolph, the 49th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival is taking place rain or shine on Saturday, June 17th!  The day is filled with entertainment, food and shopping! Selling hand made arts and crafts! 

Randolph prides itself on the many talented crafters and artisans who display their handmade wares every year.

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Hike to Hunt 2023

Walker on the Pat McGee Trail
Sat, 06/17/2023 - 10:00am - 2:00pm

Join New York BHA as they kick off the 2023 Hike to Hunt Challenge with a multi-faceted event that starts with a hike on the first 6 miles of the Pat McGee Trail and finishes with a get together at the NEW Ellicottville Brewing Company in Little Valley.

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Father's Day Special at Sky High Adventure Park

Sky High Adventure Park
Sun, 06/18/2023 - 9:00am - 6:00pm

Dads climb for FREE on June 18th with the purchase of one full priced ticker. Call to reserve, 716-699-HIGH.

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Summer at the Stone House: Dave Ruch

2020 Summer at the Stone House Dave Ruch
Thu, 06/22/2023 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm

The Summer at the Stone House event series continues on June 22nd with David Ruch.The musician/performer will be presenting on the "Music of the Erie Canal." He is known for using music to teach core curriculum and inspir

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3rd Annual Car Show at Ellicottville Distillery

Classic Car
Sun, 06/25/2023 - 10:00am - 3:00pm
Ellicottville Distillery’s Annual Classic Car show is Sunday June 25th, 10:00am-3:00pm.
There will be live music, BBQ, 50/50, and trophies!
Free to attend, $15 to register your classic car.
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Cabin Fever Special at Sky High Adventure Park

Sky High Adventure Park
Tue, 06/27/2023 - 9:00am - 6:00pm

Pick up a voucher from Gear for Adventure (Hamburg and Amherst locations), The City Garage in Ellicottville or Jamestown Cycle Shop to get $30 off a 3 hour climb on June 27th and August 23rd. Must call to reserve, 716-699-4444 and present your voucher at check in.

 

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The Ultimate Kenny Rogers Tribute at Seneca Allegany Casino

Kenny Rogers
Tue, 06/27/2023 - 2:00pm - 5:00pm

THE GAMBLER RETURNS

Experience the music of Grammy Award-winning superstar Kenny Rogers. A musical experience that spans over six decades of hit after hit song! His music is loved throughout the world and connects with generation after generation.

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Ellicottville's Summer Music Festival 2023

Ellicottville Summer Music Festival 2019
Fri, 06/30/2023 - 3:00pm - Sun, 07/02/2023 - 11:00pm

This is one of Ellicottville's biggest most anticipated events of the year and we're very excited to annouce who's coming to town!

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Summer at the Stone House: Amanda R. Woomer

Cattaraugus County Museum side view
Thu, 07/13/2023 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm

The Summer at the Stone House event series continues on July 13th with Amanda R. Woomer! She will be doing a presentation on the "Haunted WNY Volume 3."

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2023 Southern Tier Wounded Warrior Benefit Concert

Southern Tier Wounded Warrior Benefit Concert banner
Sat, 07/15/2023 - 3:00pm - 8:00pm
After a 3-year COVID hiatus, the community welcomes the return of the Southern Tier Wounded Warrior Benefit, Concert, hosted by LTC Patrick Miller
Date: Saturday, 15 July 2023
Time: Doors open 3:00p

Marvin "Joe" Curry Veterans Pow Wow 2023

Native American honoring culture at Salamanca Powwow
Sat, 07/15/2023 - 6:00pm - Sun, 07/16/2023 - 10:00pm

The Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans PowWow is returning to the new and improved Veteran’s Park. The PowWow showcases Native American dances from across Indian Country while focusing on the Smoke Dance of the Iroquois and honoring Native American Veterans.  This PowWow weekend event is a perfect opportunity to experience the beauty of the First Nations through song, dance, art and traditional foods. The 2022 Seneca Veterans PowWow will be held July 15-16, 2023 at Veteran’s Park 526 Broad St.
 

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Triple D Rodeo - Bulls & Barrels

Girl trick riding at the rodeo
Fri, 07/21/2023 - 6:30pm - 11:00pm

Triple D Rodeo, the newest Rodeo in Cattaraugus County should be your next stop! They host their "Bulls & Barrels" events every 3rd Friday of each month through the summer.

High action live bull riding and barrel racing with some of the best cowboys and cowgirls, trick riding, stick horse races, kids events and so much more!!

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Summer at the Stone House: Ron Cary

Cattaraugus County Museum side view
Thu, 07/27/2023 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm

The Summer at the Stone House event series continues on July 27th with Ron Cary! He will be doing a presentation on "18th Century Tavern Music."

All Summer at the Stone House events are free and open to the public. They start at 7pm and typically last an hour. 

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Tame the Tuna Regatta 2023

Kayakers paddling on the Tuna Creek during the 2021 Tame the Tuna
Sat, 07/29/2023 - 9:00am - 6:00pm

Paddle 5.5 miles down the Tunungwant Creek during the "Tame the Tuna: 3.0 Regatta."

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Jazz and Blues Weekend in Ellicottville 2023

Blues band performing on the street
Sat, 07/29/2023 - 8:00pm - Sun, 07/30/2023 - 5:00pm

A Jazz and Blues Weekend in Ellicottville is a boutique experience.  Wander through the village and choose from a variety of Jazz and Blues performance areas ranging from restaurants, bars & nightclubs and street-side.  Ellicottville has the shops and all the facilities you’d expect in an international class resort, the village is self-contained – all of the venues are withi

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2023 Cattaraugus County Fair

2018 Cattaraugus County Fair
Sun, 07/30/2023 - 8:00am - Sat, 08/05/2023 - 11:00pm

Make plans to attend the 2023 Cattaraugus County Fair with exciting rides, animal shows and lots of FREE live entertainment!  Celebrating its 180th  year in 2023, this is a real down home country Fair.  Large enough to include exciting events like the demos and Monster Truck rallies, but small enough that you don't feel overwhelmed.  Affordable for the whole family, presale

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Chase Matthew with Special Guest Kidd G at the Cattaraugus County Fair

Silouette of Concert at Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds
Wed, 08/02/2023 - 7:30pm - 9:30pm
The Cattaraugus County Fair welcomes Chase Matthew with special guest Kidd G, Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 7:30! Tickets will go on sale Friday, April 14 at 9:00 am. Track tickets are standing only and will be a cost of $35. Grandstand tickets are reserved seating and available for $30. Please note you will also need to pay for gate admission to the fair. Tickets will be on sale through their official ticketing company - etix.com
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The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band at the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino

Fountain and Entrance to the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino
Fri, 08/04/2023 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino has summer ready to roll with an amazing weekend of outdoor music planned for August. The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, featuring special guests A Thousand Horses, will perform on Friday, August 4 at 7pm.

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The Beach Boys at the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino

Fountain and Entrance to the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino
Sat, 08/05/2023 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Formed in 1961 around three brothers from Southern California, they created what became known as “the California sound.” From carefree songs like “Surfin’ USA,” “Good Vibrations” & “Help Me Ronda” to the groundbreaking musical masterpiece album “Pet Sounds” and beyond, they have solidified their place in American pop culture.

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Summer at the Stone House: Linda Hunter

Summer at the Stone House 2020 Linda Hunter
Thu, 08/10/2023 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm

The Summer at the Stone House event series continues on August 10th with "What Do You Do With Five Inch Squares?"  Linda Hunter, quilting instructor, lecturer, consultant, and appraiser, will be giving the presentation

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Cattaraugus County Sportsman Rendezvous 2023

2019 Sportsmen's Rendezvous at the Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds
Fri, 08/11/2023 - 10:00am - Sun, 08/13/2023 - 3:00pm

Celebrating over 40 years, the Cattaraugus County Trappers Association Sportsmen's Show  features conservation displays, archery, black powder, trapping, fishing, guns, taxidermy dealers, big buck club display and live seminars.

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Randolph Area Veterans Appreciation Day 2023

Randolph's Veteran Parade 2019
Sat, 08/12/2023 - 10:30am - 1:00pm

Thank our area veterans by coming out and participating in Randolph's Annual Veterans' Appreciation Day! All veterans (in Randolph or outside the community) are invited to march in the parade: line-up begins at 10:00 a.m. in the R&M Restaurant parking lot.

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Taste of Ellicottville 2023

Taste of Ellicottville logo
Sat, 08/12/2023 - 12:00pm - Sun, 08/13/2023 - 4:00pm

Join the fun for Taste of Ellicottville on August 12th and 13th. There will be restaurants featuring their best dishes set up in the village of Ellicottville.

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Neighborhood Arts Festival 2023

Lincoln Park
Sat, 08/12/2023 - 4:00pm - 9:00pm

The first-ever Neighborhood Arts Festival celebrating the local art forms!

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Triple D Rodeo - Bulls & Barrels

View of Triple D Rodeo
Fri, 08/18/2023 - 6:30pm - 11:00pm

Triple D Rodeo, the newest Rodeo in Cattaraugus County should be your next stop! They host their "Bulls & Barrels" events every 3rd Friday of each month through the summer.

High action live bull riding and barrel racing with some of the best cowboys and cowgirls, trick riding, stick horse races, kids events and so much more!!

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Summer at the Stone House: Jeanette Sheliga

Cattaraugus County Museum
Thu, 08/24/2023 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm

The Summer at the Stone House event series continues on August 24th with Jeanette Sheliga! She will be doing a presentation on "Newspapers: Above the Fold, Your Ancestors in the News."

All Summer at the Stone House events are free and open to the public. They start at 7pm and typically last an hour. 

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Southern Tier Aero Radio Society Open House

STARS open house 2019
Sat, 08/26/2023 - 11:00am - 5:00pm

See radio controlled aircraft fly through the skies at the S.T.A.R.S. (Southern Tier Aero Radio Society) Flying Club's Open House. STARS is dedicated to promoting the hobby of building and flying radio controlled model aircraft. All members reside in an area within a radius of 40-50 miles of Cuba, NY. 

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Triple D Rodeo - Bulls & Barrels

Kids event at the rodeo
Fri, 09/15/2023 - 6:30pm - 11:00pm

Triple D Rodeo, the newest Rodeo in Cattaraugus County should be your next stop! They host their "Bulls & Barrels" events every 3rd Friday of each month through the summer.

High action live bull riding and barrel racing with some of the best cowboys and cowgirls, trick riding, stick horse races, kids events and so much more!!

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Knapp Creek VFD ATV Dice Run 2023

Dice Run
Sat, 09/16/2023 - 9:00am - 5:00pm

It's time for the Annual ATV Dice Run held at the Knapp Creek Fire department in Knapp Creek, NY!  Register and ride from 9am-1pm on Saturday, September 16th. HELMET AND GOGGLES REQUIRED FOR ALL DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS.

Chicken BBQ and other items will be available for purchase at the firehall.

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Musical Tribute to Celine Dion at Seneca Allegany Casino

Celine Dion Tribute
Tue, 09/19/2023 - 2:00pm - 5:00pm

POWER OF LOVE

Hearing is believing!  Live from Las Vegas this Celine Dion Tribute Show is hailed as the number one Celine Dion show in the world.  From Legends in Concert to Cruise Ships she has perfected the sound of Celine Dion for the past three decades.

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