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Ellicottville Distillery 4th of July Fireworks Display
Kody & Herren (band) and The Beard & The Bird perform live at Ellicottville Distillery in Ellicottville, NY on Wednesday July 3rd from 7pm-10pm followed by Ellicottville Distillery's annual "3rd" of July fireworks display! Food truck onsite!
Bradner Stadium Fireworks
The Olean Oilers will host fireworks at Bradner Stadium in Olean, on July 4th. The day will begin with the Olean Oilers facing off with the Salamanca Lizards at 1:30 pm. The field itself will open for seating at 5:00 pm with New Wave Nation headlining the Seven Mountains Media stage beginning at 7:30 pm. Coolers and packages carried into the stadium will be checked for security reasons. In case of inclement weather, the fireworks will be scheduled for the next clear night.
Ellicottville Championship Rodeo
Yeeehaw!! An honest-to-goodness rodeo at the home of the Nightmare Hayrides on Sommerville Street, complete with bronco bustin', bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing, and stick horse racing for the kids. This is one of the largest IPRA/APRA-sanctioned rodeos in the Northeast! The Ellicottville Championship Rodeo would like to invite you to come out and enjoy the family tradition with a step back in time to wild and western non-stop action. They will be celebrating their 35th year in 2024! Kids age 10 and under are invited to bring their own stick horse, saddle up and get ready for the 14th annual Kids Stick Horse Round-Up. Register 1 hour before each show. Don't have your own stick horse? Purchase one at the Rodeo Tack Shop on the day of the Rodeo. July 4th - July 6th begins at 7:00pm. July 7th begins at 2:00pm. Gates open 2 hours before each show
Fireworks the Seneca Allegany Casino
Join the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino for free fireworks on July 4th at dusk. Celebrate America’s Birthday with them. The show is free – everyone’s welcome!
Ellicottville Championship Rodeo
Yeeehaw!! An honest-to-goodness rodeo at the home of the Nightmare Hayrides on Sommerville Street, complete with bronco bustin', bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing, and stick horse racing for the kids. This is one of the largest IPRA/APRA-sanctioned rodeos in the Northeast! The Ellicottville Championship Rodeo would like to invite you to come out and enjoy the family tradition with a step back in time to wild and western non-stop action. They will be celebrating their 35th year in 2024! Kids age 10 and under are invited to bring their own stick horse, saddle up and get ready for the 14th annual Kids Stick Horse Round-Up. Register 1 hour before each show. Don't have your own stick horse? Purchase one at the Rodeo Tack Shop on the day of the Rodeo. July 4th - July 6th begins at 7:00pm. July 7th begins at 2:00pm. Gates open 2 hours before each show
2024 Gazebo Series
The Gazebo series, presented by the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Niagara Label Company, label manufacturer near Buffalo N.Y. and supplier to local businesses, is a favorite evening for locals and visitors alike. Enjoy live music performed by some of the region’s most talented artists while relaxing in the village square. Lawn chairs, picnic baskets, coolers and even the family pet is welcome! Ellicottville’s Gazebo Series will kick off our 2024 Summer Music events on June 27th and continue on Thursdays through August 1st with performances showcasing a variety of musical genres- from pop to modern jazz, rock, folk, classic rock and more! All performances run from 7PM – 9PM at the village Gazebo. Don’t wait for the weekend to have fun in Ellicottville, NY!
Weekend Chairlift Rides @ Holiday Valley
Enjoy a chairlift ride to Spruce Lake. You may explore Spruce Lake and walk down the trail or ride back down on the chairlift and you can load your mountain bike on the lift to ride the trails at the top of the mountain! Available Saturdays and Sundays from June 29 through October 30, 11am to 5pm. (Fall chairlift rides are 12pm to 4pm.) Sorry, dogs are not allowed on the chairlift. Purchase lift ride tickets at the Sky High Harness Shop.
Ellicottville’s Summer Music Festival 2024
The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerca presents the 2024 Summer Music Festival, taking place at Holiday Valley July 5-7. Gates open at 5pm. Opening acts is at 7pm. Main act, featuring Marc Martel and One Vision of Queen will be headlining Saturday’s performance at 9:15pm. With over 250 million views on their Facebook/Youtube, Marc Martel has been hailed as a near perfect doppleganger of Freddy Mercury’s voice. Sunday, Serving as Buffalo's cultural ambassador since 1935, The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra employs and supports a professional major symphony orchestra of artistic excellence that is integral to the regions vitality. Their live music inspires, educates, and entertains the broadest possible audience and as tradition would have it, they'll be taking the stage Sunday. In 2024 the BPO is teaming up with Jeans n' Classics again bringing the hits from The Who & Led Zeppelin! Interfaced with the majestic power of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, this show promises to be a night to remember!The evening will conclude with America’s songs, choreographed to majestic fireworks!Don't miss a forth of July celebration like no other in WNY's favorite destination! Visit ellicottvilleny.com to get your tickets NOW.
Ellicottville Championship Rodeo
Yeeehaw!! An honest-to-goodness rodeo at the home of the Nightmare Hayrides on Sommerville Street, complete with bronco bustin', bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing, and stick horse racing for the kids. This is one of the largest IPRA/APRA-sanctioned rodeos in the Northeast! The Ellicottville Championship Rodeo would like to invite you to come out and enjoy the family tradition with a step back in time to wild and western non-stop action. They will be celebrating their 35th year in 2024! Kids age 10 and under are invited to bring their own stick horse, saddle up and get ready for the 14th annual Kids Stick Horse Round-Up. Register 1 hour before each show. Don't have your own stick horse? Purchase one at the Rodeo Tack Shop on the day of the Rodeo. July 4th - July 6th begins at 7:00pm. July 7th begins at 2:00pm. Gates open 2 hours before each show
Fireworks @ Randolph’s Weeden Park
You're invited to Weeden Park in Randolph on July 6th for an exciting fireworks display presented by Randolph Peaches & Cream Crew & sponsors! The fireworks will begin at dusk.
HoliMont Bike Bark DH Race Series
Brought to you by HoliMont and Loud Performance! Join them for a season of Bike Park DH races! Categories for all skill levels.
DH Race #1 – Sunday July 7, 2024 – HoliMont Bike Park DH #1 Online Registration
DH Race #2 – Sunday August 4, 2024 – HoliMont Bike Park DH #2 Online Registration
DH Race # 3 – Sunday September 1, 2024 – HoliMont Bike Park DH #3 Online Registration
Weekend Chairlift Rides @ Holiday Valley
Enjoy a chairlift ride to Spruce Lake. You may explore Spruce Lake and walk down the trail or ride back down on the chairlift and you can load your mountain bike on the lift to ride the trails at the top of the mountain! Available Saturdays and Sundays from June 29 through October 30, 11am to 5pm. (Fall chairlift rides are 12pm to 4pm.) Sorry, dogs are not allowed on the chairlift. Purchase lift ride tickets at the Sky High Harness Shop.
Summer Sunday Series: Greg Zeis
Come over to Ellicottville Distillery in Ellicottville, NY for their "Sunday Series", featuring a variety of live music performances from 2 - 5pm on Sundays this summer! Come cool off with a drink and enjoy some great music!
Sunday, July 7 - Live Music with Greg Zeis
Sunday, July 14 - Live Music with The Bonfire
Sunday, July 21 - Live Music with Interstate Daydream
Sunday, July 28 - Live Music with Chillbillys
Sunday, August 4 - Live Music with Travis Happoldt
Sunday, August 11 - Live Music with Meet the Bacons
Sunday, August 25 - Live Music with Ivy's Home
Sunday, September 1 - Live Music with Tina Williams
Ellicottville Championship Rodeo
Yeeehaw!! An honest-to-goodness rodeo at the home of the Nightmare Hayrides on Sommerville Street, complete with bronco bustin', bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing, and stick horse racing for the kids. This is one of the largest IPRA/APRA-sanctioned rodeos in the Northeast! The Ellicottville Championship Rodeo would like to invite you to come out and enjoy the family tradition with a step back in time to wild and western non-stop action. They will be celebrating their 35th year in 2024! Kids age 10 and under are invited to bring their own stick horse, saddle up and get ready for the 14th annual Kids Stick Horse Round-Up. Register 1 hour before each show. Don't have your own stick horse? Purchase one at the Rodeo Tack Shop on the day of the Rodeo. July 4th - July 6th begins at 7:00pm. July 7th begins at 2:00pm. Gates open 2 hours before each show
Ellicottville’s Summer Music Festival 2024
The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerca presents the 2024 Summer Music Festival, taking place at Holiday Valley July 5-7. Gates open at 5pm. Opening acts is at 7pm. Main act, featuring Marc Martel and One Vision of Queen will be headlining Saturday’s performance at 9:15pm. With over 250 million views on their Facebook/Youtube, Marc Martel has been hailed as a near perfect doppleganger of Freddy Mercury’s voice. Sunday, Serving as Buffalo's cultural ambassador since 1935, The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra employs and supports a professional major symphony orchestra of artistic excellence that is integral to the regions vitality. Their live music inspires, educates, and entertains the broadest possible audience and as tradition would have it, they'll be taking the stage Sunday. In 2024 the BPO is teaming up with Jeans n' Classics again bringing the hits from The Who & Led Zeppelin! Interfaced with the majestic power of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, this show promises to be a night to remember!The evening will conclude with America’s songs, choreographed to majestic fireworks!Don't miss a forth of July celebration like no other in WNY's favorite destination! Visit ellicottvilleny.com to get your tickets NOW.
STARS 47th Annual Model Aircraft Fly-In
See hundreds of radio controlled aircraft fly through the skies at the S.T.A.R.S. (Southern Tier Aero Radio Society) Flying Club's flying field during their 47th Annual Fun Fly along with a classic car show on Saturday! This will be a Fun-Fly event, meaning that if you own a glider, scale airplane, helicopter, sport plane, quad-copter, or basically anything that flies RC, they will do their best to accommodate you during the weekend event. There is a full scale grass runway. Raffles & 50/50! $10 a car- portion of proceeds beenfits the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. For information contact: Stu Brierley 716-649-5896, stuart@thercgypsies.com. Saturday evening BBQ. Pre order by 6-29-24 by contacting Stu. Pay on-site. 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.
1st Annual Village of Knives Celebration
Celebrate "The Village of Knives Celebration" in Little Valley, New York on July 12-14th. The county fairgrounds will welcome knife dealers, collectors and enthusiasts from around the world, with tours of town, exciting displays, educational presentations and, of course, thousands of rare knives to see, buy and trade. Admission is FREE to the general public so mark your calendars and don't miss this overdue event! Ellicottville Brewing Co. will be making a special batch of beer, proudly brewed and canned in Little Valley! CHEERS!
1st Annual Village of Knives Celebration
Celebrate "The Village of Knives Celebration" in Little Valley, New York on July 12-14th. The county fairgrounds will welcome knife dealers, collectors and enthusiasts from around the world, with tours of town, exciting displays, educational presentations and, of course, thousands of rare knives to see, buy and trade. Admission is FREE to the general public so mark your calendars and don't miss this overdue event! Ellicottville Brewing Co. will be making a special batch of beer, proudly brewed and canned in Little Valley! CHEERS!
STARS 47th Annual Model Aircraft Fly-In
See hundreds of radio controlled aircraft fly through the skies at the S.T.A.R.S. (Southern Tier Aero Radio Society) Flying Club's flying field during their 47th Annual Fun Fly along with a classic car show on Saturday! This will be a Fun-Fly event, meaning that if you own a glider, scale airplane, helicopter, sport plane, quad-copter, or basically anything that flies RC, they will do their best to accommodate you during the weekend event. There is a full scale grass runway. Raffles & 50/50! $10 a car- portion of proceeds beenfits the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. For information contact: Stu Brierley 716-649-5896, stuart@thercgypsies.com. Saturday evening BBQ. Pre order by 6-29-24 by contacting Stu. Pay on-site. 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.
1st Annual Village of Knives Celebration
Celebrate "The Village of Knives Celebration" in Little Valley, New York on July 12-14th. The county fairgrounds will welcome knife dealers, collectors and enthusiasts from around the world, with tours of town, exciting displays, educational presentations and, of course, thousands of rare knives to see, buy and trade. Admission is FREE to the general public so mark your calendars and don't miss this overdue event! Ellicottville Brewing Co. will be making a special batch of beer, proudly brewed and canned in Little Valley! CHEERS!
STARS 47th Annual Model Aircraft Fly-In
See hundreds of radio controlled aircraft fly through the skies at the S.T.A.R.S. (Southern Tier Aero Radio Society) Flying Club's flying field during their 47th Annual Fun Fly along with a classic car show on Saturday! This will be a Fun-Fly event, meaning that if you own a glider, scale airplane, helicopter, sport plane, quad-copter, or basically anything that flies RC, they will do their best to accommodate you during the weekend event. There is a full scale grass runway. Raffles & 50/50! $10 a car- portion of proceeds beenfits the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. For information contact: Stu Brierley 716-649-5896, stuart@thercgypsies.com. Saturday evening BBQ. Pre order by 6-29-24 by contacting Stu. Pay on-site. 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.
Summer Sunday Series: The Bonfire
Come over to Ellicottville Distillery in Ellicottville, NY for their "Sunday Series", featuring a variety of live music performances from 2 - 5pm on Sundays this summer! Come cool off with a drink and enjoy some great music! Sunday, July 14 - Live Music with The Bonfire, Sunday, July 21 - Live Music with Interstate Daydream, Sunday, July 28 - Live Music with Chillbillys, Sunday, August 4 - Live Music with Travis Happoldt, Sunday, August 11 - Live Music with Meet the Bacons, Sunday, August 25 - Live Music with Ivy's Home and Sunday, September 1 - Live Music with Tina Williams.
2024 Gazebo Series
The Gazebo series, presented by the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Niagara Label Company, label manufacturer near Buffalo N.Y. and supplier to local businesses, is a favorite evening for locals and visitors alike. Enjoy live music performed by some of the region’s most talented artists while relaxing in the village square. Lawn chairs, picnic baskets, coolers and even the family pet is welcome! Ellicottville’s Gazebo Series will kick off our 2024 Summer Music events on June 27th and continue on Thursdays through August 1st with performances showcasing a variety of musical genres- from pop to modern jazz, rock, folk, classic rock and more! All performances run from 7PM – 9PM at the village Gazebo. Don’t wait for the weekend to have fun in Ellicottville, NY!
2024 Gazebo Series
The Gazebo series, presented by the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Niagara Label Company, label manufacturer near Buffalo N.Y. and supplier to local businesses, is a favorite evening for locals and visitors alike. Enjoy live music performed by some of the region’s most talented artists while relaxing in the village square. Lawn chairs, picnic baskets, coolers and even the family pet is welcome! Ellicottville’s Gazebo Series will kick off our 2024 Summer Music events on June 27th and continue on Thursdays through August 1st with performances showcasing a variety of musical genres- from pop to modern jazz, rock, folk, classic rock and more! All performances run from 7PM – 9PM at the village Gazebo. Don’t wait for the weekend to have fun in Ellicottville, NY!
Great Valley Band Jam
Ooooo a special, big, family-friendly, music event from July 19-20, 2024with camping from Friday to Sunday in the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York! What to Know: 10 Bands over 2 Days, Activities for Kids of All Ages, Food Vendors are Open to the Public. Two Camping Areas! Free camping from Friday to Sunday at Overflow Camp Area. Event camping is $50 per site around the Event Camp area. Activities are free with every admission. Mega Truck Bounce House. GellyBall by Hotshotz N' Heroes. Axe Throwing Game. Fantasia Fantasy Faces - Face painting & Temporary Tattoos - Not included with admission - Pay per face painting or temporary tattoo. Food Trucks & Vendors: Food is Open to the Public (no ticket required) KB Foods, Hoptoads Real BBQ, Big Tasty's BBQ, Wanderer Hut, Sweet Ride Donut Truck and possibly more food!
The Annual Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans Powwow
The Annual Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans 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. Photo credit: Seneca Media & Communications
Great Valley Band Jam
Ooooo a special, big, family-friendly, music event from July 19-20, 2024with camping from Friday to Sunday in the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York! What to Know: 10 Bands over 2 Days, Activities for Kids of All Ages, Food Vendors are Open to the Public. Two Camping Areas! Free camping from Friday to Sunday at Overflow Camp Area. Event camping is $50 per site around the Event Camp area. Activities are free with every admission. Mega Truck Bounce House. GellyBall by Hotshotz N' Heroes. Axe Throwing Game. Fantasia Fantasy Faces - Face painting & Temporary Tattoos - Not included with admission - Pay per face painting or temporary tattoo. Food Trucks & Vendors: Food is Open to the Public (no ticket required) KB Foods, Hoptoads Real BBQ, Big Tasty's BBQ, Wanderer Hut, Sweet Ride Donut Truck and possibly more food!
2024 Southern Tier Wounded Warrior Benefit Concert
Save the date for the 5th annual Southern Tier Wounded Warrior Benefit Concert, hosted by COL Patrick Miller. There will be live music on stage throughout the day featuring Tyler Farr, Ade Adu, and other national artists announced soon!
The Annual Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans Powwow
The Annual Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans 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. Photo credit: Seneca Media & Communications
Weekend Chairlift Rides @ Holiday Valley
Enjoy a chairlift ride to Spruce Lake. You may explore Spruce Lake and walk down the trail or ride back down on the chairlift and you can load your mountain bike on the lift to ride the trails at the top of the mountain! Available Saturdays and Sundays from June 29 through October 30, 11am to 5pm. (Fall chairlift rides are 12pm to 4pm.) Sorry, dogs are not allowed on the chairlift. Purchase lift ride tickets at the Sky High Harness Shop.
Summer Sunday Series: Interstate Daydream
Come over to Ellicottville Distillery in Ellicottville, NY for their "Sunday Series", featuring a variety of live music performances from 2 - 5pm on Sundays this summer! Come cool off with a drink and enjoy some great music! Sunday, July 21 - Live Music with Interstate Daydream, Sunday, July 28 - Live Music with Chillbillys, Sunday, August 4 - Live Music with Travis Happoldt, Sunday, August 11 - Live Music with Meet the Bacons, Sunday, August 25 - Live Music with Ivy's Home and Sunday, September 1 - Live Music with Tina Williams.
2024 Gazebo Series
The Gazebo series, presented by the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Niagara Label Company, label manufacturer near Buffalo N.Y. and supplier to local businesses, is a favorite evening for locals and visitors alike. Enjoy live music performed by some of the region’s most talented artists while relaxing in the village square. Lawn chairs, picnic baskets, coolers and even the family pet is welcome! Ellicottville’s Gazebo Series will kick off our 2024 Summer Music events on June 27th and continue on Thursdays through August 1st with performances showcasing a variety of musical genres- from pop to modern jazz, rock, folk, classic rock and more! All performances run from 7PM – 9PM at the village Gazebo. Don’t wait for the weekend to have fun in Ellicottville, NY!
Jazz & Blues Weekend 2024
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 within an easy walking distance of each other so after you arrive, leave the car and enjoy the fresh mountain air on foot. Outstanding accommodations for all budget levels are located in the Village or within walking distance.
2024 Tame the Tuna Regatta
Paddle 5.5 miles down the Tunungwant Creek, the "Tuna", during the "Tame the Tuna: 4.0 Regatta." Volunteers will take you and your kayak or canoe to the start of the regatta on the Tunungwant Creek, what the locals call the "Tuna Creek." You'll spend part of the day paddling and hanging out at stops along the way with your tasty beverages. When you hit the end of the run, volunteers will bring you and your gear back to the Limestone Fire Department. Costume? Wear a costume if you'd like with your life vest and other gear. Some groups show up wearing various themed outfits. Fees: $20.00 registration Fee.$14.00 Chicken BBQ if ordered with pre-registration.$15.00 BBQ available day of the event.Food and drink are available for purchase at stops along the way. Prizes: $100.00 prize for the best float that make the entire trip. Camping: FREE camping is available. Pre-Register: To pre-register go to, lvfdevents.ticketleap.com
Jazz & Blues Weekend 2024
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 within an easy walking distance of each other so after you arrive, leave the car and enjoy the fresh mountain air on foot. Outstanding accommodations for all budget levels are located in the Village or within walking distance.
4th Annual HillTAP Festival @ Holiday Valley
The 4th annual 42 North HillTAP Festival at Holiday Valley will be hosted atop Spruce Lake on Saturday, July 27. This day-long experience will allow guests to experience the natural beauty of Spruce Lake combined with great music, food, drink and outdoor fun! Smilo & the Ghost: 1-4PM, Spruce Lake Cabin Stage. Miller & The Other Sinners: 4 - 5:30PM, Tannenbaum Stage. Workingmans' Dead: 6 - 8:30PM, Tannenbaum Stage. Outdoor Adventure: All Day! The ticket includes a chair lift ride to Spruce Lake, a full day of music, and vendor experiences at the event. Children 10 and under are free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Ellicottville Playground Golf Tournament Fundraiser
Ellicottville Playground is hosting a golf tournament at the Concord Crest Golf Course in East Concord, NY. All proceeds benefit Ellicottville Playground and their goal of building an all inclusive playground. $100 a player or $400 a team. 2pm shotgun start on July 27th. Register here: bit.ly/Playgroundgolf
Jazz & Blues Weekend 2024
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 within an easy walking distance of each other so after you arrive, leave the car and enjoy the fresh mountain air on foot. Outstanding accommodations for all budget levels are located in the Village or within walking distance.
Summer Sunday Series: The Chillbillys
Come over to Ellicottville Distillery in Ellicottville, NY for their "Sunday Series", featuring a variety of live music performances from 2 - 5pm on Sundays this summer! Come cool off with a drink and enjoy some great music! Sunday, July 28 - Live Music with Chillbillys, Sunday, August 4 - Live Music with Travis Happoldt, Sunday, August 11 - Live Music with Meet the Bacons, Sunday, August 25 - Live Music with Ivy's Home and Sunday, September 1 - Live Music with Tina Williams.
Summer Sunday Series: Tina Williams
Ellicottville Distillery's Summer Sunday Series presents live music with Tina Williams on Sunday, June 30th from 2pm-5pm! https://tinawilliams716.com
New Statue Reception
Coming this June, the Chamber of Commerce will introduce a new statue to be displayed at the Village Gazebo. It’s a summer launch you won’t want to miss, so mark your calendars for the official unveiling of Ellicottville’s newest art installation. Honoring the strong women in our community and local businesses, the Chamber of Commerce is happy to announce the addition of a 10-foot-tall bronze sculpture commemorating American Astronaut, Dr. Tracy Caldwell Dyson. On the evening of Thursday, June 27th at 6:00pm, locals and visitors alike can attend the kickoff to the Village Gazebo series, with special guests from Griffis Sculpture Park, to reveal and discuss the newly appointed statue and the art park. While the Gazebo series will continue on Friday nights until August 8th, this special Thursday event is to celebrate the art around us. Live music will fill the night, along with light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments, so be sure to raise a glass and share a toast to all that Ellicottville continues to offer.
Summer Roller Skate Series
DCT is teaming up with roller skate coach and yoga instructor Mary Smith (aka Kid Ace) for a fun 3-week roller skate series! The one-hour progressive group workshops will take place Monday evenings, June 10, 17 & 24. (Can't make all 3? Single-week option also available.) OPEN TO BEGINNERS - ADVANCED - KIDS - TEENS - ADULTS - ALL AGES! TIME: Choose 5:30 PM or 7:00 PM time slot LOCATION: We'll utilize the DCT Indoor Park AND Ellicottville's Outdoor Skatepark (located in the Village Park). FEATURES:• Each workshop will begin with a stretch warm-up• Learn basic footwork - how to stop, turn, skate forward and backward, and park etiquette so you and your friends can skate safely anywhere you go!• Participate in fun obstacle courses (flat ground cones) and improve on your park skills (banks, quarters, grind boxes and more). Giveaways!• Build confidence, make new friends and HAVE FUN!!!• For more details and to register: dctskate.com
Annual Classic Car Show
Join us for our annual Car Show at Ellicottville Distillery on Sunday June 23rd from 10am-4pm. Benefiting Oishei Children's Hospital, 50/50 raffle, trophies for best cars. Car entry $15, call 760-900-4841 to register. Food truck onsite! Live Music with the Chillbillys from 2pm-5pm! www.ellicottvilledistillery.com/www.chillbillyswny.com
Summer Roller Skate Series
DCT is teaming up with roller skate coach and yoga instructor Mary Smith (aka Kid Ace) for a fun 3-week roller skate series! The one-hour progressive group workshops will take place Monday evenings, June 10, 17 & 24. (Can't make all 3? Single-week option also available.) OPEN TO BEGINNERS - ADVANCED - KIDS - TEENS - ADULTS - ALL AGES! TIME: Choose 5:30 PM or 7:00 PM time slot LOCATION: We'll utilize the DCT Indoor Park AND Ellicottville's Outdoor Skatepark (located in the Village Park). FEATURES:• Each workshop will begin with a stretch warm-up• Learn basic footwork - how to stop, turn, skate forward and backward, and park etiquette so you and your friends can skate safely anywhere you go!• Participate in fun obstacle courses (flat ground cones) and improve on your park skills (banks, quarters, grind boxes and more). Giveaways!• Build confidence, make new friends and HAVE FUN!!!• For more details and to register: dctskate.com
Summer Sunday Series: Tyler Calkins
Ellicottville Distillery's Summer Sunday Series presents live music with Tyler Calkins on Sunday, June 16th from 2pm-5pm! http://www.marshmellowovercoat.com/tyler.html
Annual Raccoon Rally
The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerca presents the 2024 Summer Music Festival, taking place at Holiday Valley July 5-7. Gates open at 5pm. Opening acts is at 7pm. Main act, featuring Marc Martel and One Vision of Queen will be headlining Saturday’s performance at 9:15pm. With over 250 million views on their Facebook/Youtube, Marc Martel has been hailed as a near perfect doppleganger of Freddy Mercury’s voice. Sunday, Serving as Buffalo's cultural ambassador since 1935, The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra employs and supports a professional major symphony orchestra of artistic excellence that is integral to the regions vitality. Their live music inspires, educates, and entertains the broadest possible audience and as tradition would have it, they'll be taking the stage Sunday. In 2024 the BPO is teaming up with Jeans n' Classics again bringing the hits from The Who & Led Zeppelin! Interfaced with the majestic power of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, this show promises to be a night to remember!The evening will conclude with America’s songs, choreographed to majestic fireworks!Don't miss a forth of July celebration like no other in WNY's favorite destination! Visit ellicottvilleny.com to get your tickets NOW.
So Many Roads Jamboree
Gargoyle Park in Olean, NY will be home of the 1st Annual "So Many Roads Jamboree". A large scale musical event hosted by Union Whiskey on June 15th. It promises to be a great time. With live music from Jeremy Bunce, Charity Nuse, Workingman's Dead and more... You can grab food at one of the on-site food trucks like 716 Panini or get your sugar fix at the Sweet Ride Donut Truck. Not to mention you can spend some time perusing the vendor village for a souvenir or two. This is an event open to all but do keep in mind that there will be adult beverages being served. More information available on their Facebook event page.
St. Paul Hosting Blood Drive
Blood Drive for American Red Cross at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Ellicottville, NY in their community room. 6360 Route 242 East. Friday, June 14th 1-6pm.
Elisa’s Run for the Arts
Dear Friends, On Saturday, June 15, 2024, we will gather to run and walk to remember and celebrate our beloved Elisa Hughey, who lost her battle with colon cancer 8 years ago - to the day. Please mark your calendars and join us in person (contact Brenda directly for details) or join virtually wherever you are on June 15th. We will commence activity on/about 11:00am EDT. And don’t forget to share your photos to the Facebook page: Elisa B. Hughey Scholarship for the Arts. We love to be supported from far and near! We deeply appreciate all of you. Because of your continued support, the Elisa B. Hughey Scholarship/Fund for the Arts will now sustain one $1,000 Art Scholarship award for years to come. What an amazing way to honor Elisa’s memory! Speaking of which, we have selected another very talented Art student to receive the 2024 Scholarship that will be awarded at graduation in June. This is the 15th high school student we’ve awarded since the scholarship was established in 2017! Stay tuned for that announcement. Other exciting news we wanted to share is starting in 2025, we will open the Scholarship to three neighboring school districts, in addition to West Valley and Ellicottville. In this way, we will offer more Art students the opportunity to apply for our Scholarship. A win-win! With your help, we look forward to continuing to build the fund, offer more Art Scholarships and pursue other ways to support arts in the local (WNY) community. (Think Murals!) To support our students in the Arts, please visit http://bit.ly/elisa-hughey-fund-for-the-arts. Much love and big thanks, - The Scholarship Committee
50th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
Come enjoy a day in downtown Randolph during their 50th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival. An afternoon filled with Craft and Artisan Vendors, Food Vendors, Entertainment and more! Schedule of Events: 10:00 Festival Opens, 10:00 - 2:00 Airbrush Tattoo Artist, 10:30 Baby Contest, 11:00 - 3:00 Face Painter, 11:30 Magic Show, 12:00 - 3:00 Balloon Artist, 1:30 Magic Show, 2:30 Dog Contest, 4:30 Raffle Drawing, 5:00 Festival Ends and 6:00 - 8:00 Music in the Triangle by Interstate Daydream. The perfect way to spend a summer day out with the whole family.
12th Annual Holiday Valley Mudslide
The 12th annual Mudslide is a mudrun that's FUN. Yes, you'll get muddy, yes there is running, yes there are 15 obstacles but NO fire, NO barbed wire, and NO electric shocks! The 3.5 mile and 5.4 mile courses both start at the top of Morning Star with access from the Yodeler lift and run along the ridgeline to Spruce Lake and then back around the mountain to Eagle where the short course and long course split. The short course heads down the hill, where the long course adds a bit of uphill running just in case you're feeling especially tough. If you’re feeling fast and think you could place in the top 10, please start early. More information can be found at holidayvalley.com!
Summer Roller Skate Series
DCT is teaming up with roller skate coach and yoga instructor Mary Smith (aka Kid Ace) for a fun 3-week roller skate series! The one-hour progressive group workshops will take place Monday evenings, June 10, 17 & 24. (Can't make all 3? Single-week option also available.) OPEN TO BEGINNERS - ADVANCED - KIDS - TEENS - ADULTS - ALL AGES! TIME: Choose 5:30 PM or 7:00 PM time slot LOCATION: We'll utilize the DCT Indoor Park AND Ellicottville's Outdoor Skatepark (located in the Village Park). FEATURES:• Each workshop will begin with a stretch warm-up• Learn basic footwork - how to stop, turn, skate forward and backward, and park etiquette so you and your friends can skate safely anywhere you go!• Participate in fun obstacle courses (flat ground cones) and improve on your park skills (banks, quarters, grind boxes and more). Giveaways!• Build confidence, make new friends and HAVE FUN!!!• For more details and to register: dctskate.com
Trash & Treasure Sale
The annual Trash and Treasure Sale hosted by St Paul’s Lutheran Church in Ellicottville has become a favorite around Ellicottville because of its size and scope of items. St Paul’s parishioners have been most generous, bringing us great quality items. People each year rave about the treasures, and they love that almost everything has been donated. St Paul’s takes in just about everything, including small furniture (although nothing too heavy, please), and as usual, NO TVs, NO BIG APPLIANCES, NO COMPUTERS OR PRINTERS, NO ELECTRONICS OF ANY KIND. Don’t go hungry while you shop, because the famous Treasure Café will have another great menu including hot dogs (grilled to your liking), fresh potato salad, drinks, and homemade hot fudge sundaes. Mark Your Calendars! You still have time to clean out your closets, garages, barns, attics, basements, and bedrooms, and tell your friends to do the same. So, save the date and come out for the biggest Trash and Treasure sale in the county! Friday, June 7th from 9 AM to 4 PM and Saturday, June 8th from 9 AM to 3 PM. Donations of “good stuff” will gratefully be accepted. You may drop off your items prior to the sale at the church Tuesday-Friday from 8 AM to 12 Noon. For more information please call 716-699-2265 or visit the Church’s Facebook or stpaulsellicottville.com.
Trash & Treasure Sale
The annual Trash and Treasure Sale hosted by St Paul’s Lutheran Church in Ellicottville has become a favorite around Ellicottville because of its size and scope of items. St Paul’s parishioners have been most generous, bringing us great quality items. People each year rave about the treasures, and they love that almost everything has been donated. St Paul’s takes in just about everything, including small furniture (although nothing too heavy, please), and as usual, NO TVs, NO BIG APPLIANCES, NO COMPUTERS OR PRINTERS, NO ELECTRONICS OF ANY KIND. Don’t go hungry while you shop, because the famous Treasure Café will have another great menu including hot dogs (grilled to your liking), fresh potato salad, drinks, and homemade hot fudge sundaes. Mark Your Calendars! You still have time to clean out your closets, garages, barns, attics, basements, and bedrooms, and tell your friends to do the same. So, save the date and come out for the biggest Trash and Treasure sale in the county. Friday, June 7th from 9 AM to 4 PM and Saturday, June 8th from 9 AM to 3 PM. Donations of “good stuff” will gratefully be accepted. You may drop off your items prior to the sale at the church Tuesday-Friday from 8 AM to 12 Noon. For more information please call 716-699-2265 or visit the Church’s Facebook or stpaulsellicottville.com.
Chicken BBQ
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church is hosting a Chicken BBQ on Friday, May 31st from 12pm-6pm. BBQ will be provided by Carson’s Food Truck, which will be set up on location. $15 Pre-sale tickets ($17 day of) are available now, for the chicken dinners only. (Ribs $25 and Pulled Pork Sandwiches $15 will be also be available for purchase day of the BBQ) Call the Church Office at 716-699-2265 for more details or to order your tickets.
Beginning of Summer Bonfire
Join us on Saturday May 25th at Ellicottville Distillery when we officially kick off the Summer Season with a big bonfire and live music with Kody & Herren from 5pm-8pm! Open at 12pm. www.kodyandherren.com
Madigan’s Basket Raffle
On May 25th, Madigan’s Bar & Restaurant will be hosting a fun event to support Richard Jackson’s Empire State Ride. On July 20th-27th, Rick will be peddling his bicycle across NY State will 300+ other riders to support research at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. There will be a basket raffle, 50/50, silent auction items, skis, boots, Bills jerseys, artwork and more!! Come out and support this great cause!
Par for a Purpose
The Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce and Labatt are partnering up to bring you a golf tournament at the Double Black Diamond that benefits a great cause, the 11 Day Power Play and its fight against cancer. It begins with a 1PM shotgun start and the tournament is open to the first 144 players to sign up. Registration is $180 and includes: Boxed lunch, Dinner, 2 drink tickets, Greens fee, Cart and Prizes. Learn more about the 11 Day Power Play fundraiser at 11daypowerplay.com. And don’t forget to show your support in Ellicottville by participating in the Chamber’s Par for a Purpose golf tournament at Holiday Valley on May 20th! Find your foursome and register at ellicottvilleny.com.
Open House Opportunity
Your time can change a life. Interfaith Caregivers of Olean and The Bob McCarthy Foundation cordially invite the community to attend one of their Open House events. Locally, at the new Ellicottville Loan Center on Friday, April 26th, 4:00pm — 7:00pm at 17 Mill Street, beside the DPW. Or at The Hub in Olean, at 301 North Union Street, 4th Floor, Suite 402 (enter at the Chamber of Commerce and follow the signs) on April 24th. Two times: 1:00pm - 3:00pm or 4:00pm - 7:00pm. National Volunteer Week is April 21st - 27th. Come and talk with their current volunteers about opportunities across all programs. No special skills needs. No commitment, just conversation. Refreshments will be served.
Limestone New Home Day
Limestone Fire department is hosting a new event, New Home Day: Old Home Days with a twist! There will be a craft show, duck races, and cornhole tournament along with a kids carnival, a dunk tank, and their wonderful Chicken BBQ! Activities start at 11 am and run through the day!
2024 Trail Sale
Join Pfeiffer Nature Center for this year's Trail Sale on May 11th from 10a-6p on the field at the Eshelman Preserve. They'll have food, vendors, raffles, music, and more for you to enjoy! Admission to the Trail Sale is $1.
Happy Half Marathon, 5K, & Beer Mile
Sometimes it is not just about the distance, it is how you get there. We want our participants to enjoy their run so there will be a few surprises out on course that will make you smile. And don’t forget about our awesome finisher’s medals and super soft race shirts. The starts and finishes of both the Half Marathon & 5k are at Holiday Valley Resort in Ellicottville, NY. You could not ask for a nicer venue for a running race! Make sure to bring your smiles to run the miles!! So what are you waiting for? Sign up on happyhalfrun.com today. This event take's place at Holiday Valley and produced and organized by Enduance Factor.
22nd Annual Community Wide Garage Sale
The 22nd annual Community-Wide Garage Sale will be held on Saturday, May 11th 9 AM until 4 PM. The Olean community wide garage sale is a one day event this year. Maps and a complete listing of locations and items of the garages sales will be available FREE at the Chamber office, 301 North Union Street. The event has no rain date. Households sales will go forward rain or shine. For more information on this event please visit http://www.oleanny.com
Cinco De Mayo 5K
Join the Friends of Little Valley for a festive Cinco de Mayo 5K race suitable for all ages! Lace up your running shoes and get ready for a day of fun and fitness in support of our community. Proceeds from the event will contribute towards future community initiatives, with a portion dedicated to Saving Grace Outreach. Your registration includes admission to the race, a commemorative t-shirt to remember the occasion, a refreshing pint of beer at EBC Little Valley, and a raffle ticket for a chance to win exciting door prizes, including gift certificates to The Bear Brick or Hughes Hotel. Registration begins at 11 AM, so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot. The race kicks off promptly at 12:15 PM, starting and ending at EBC Little Valley. Don't miss out on this opportunity to come together as a community, celebrate Cinco de Mayo, and support a great cause! Here is the registration link : https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/LittleValley/CincodeMayo5KLV
5k De Mayo – Trailsquatch Trail Run
Grab your trail running shoes, friends, and family, to celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the 1st Annual 5K de Mayo Trailsquatch Trail Run at Holimont Resort in Ellicottville, New York! Explore the beautiful running trails and stunning mountain-top views for a 5K run that everyone will enjoy. But look out! You never know when you may run into the legendary TrailSquatch roaming the trails too. This is a race for all levels and ages. Competitors will enjoy a ride to the top on the Expo chairlift, receive a 5K de Mayo t-shirt, medal, and post-race Taco Party! All proceeds benefit the Ellicottville Great Valley Trail (EVGV). More details at holimont.com.
“KenDucky” Derby Day
Join us at Ellicottville Distillery on Saturday May 4th as we celebrate the Kentucky Derby! We'll be open at 12pm, view the Kentucky Derby live in our tasting room, featuring our own "KenDucky Derby" in our local creek, and live music with Porcelain Train from 3pm-6pm! Wear your favorite derby hat!
60th Annual WNY Maple Festival
The WNY Maple Festival celebrates the rich history of maple producing in our community. This event was formed by the Franklinville Jaycee’s in 1963 to highlight local producers, their maple syrup, and maple products. This year there will be vendors, a chicken bbq, ayce pancake breakfasts, live entertainment and so much more. So if you’ve never been to the Annual WNY Maple Festival or you’d like to fill an afternoon with nostalgic fun, this is the year to visit. You can find a full schedule of events for both Saturday and Sunday on their website, wnymaplefestival.com, and remember to keep an eye on the Facebook page for any updates.
Coffee & Chocolate Festival
The Coffee & Chocolate Festival at Peek’n Peak Resort is a celebration of all things coffee and chocolate related… and then some! Festival attendees will sample a variety of coffee roasts and styles, along with a multitude of decadent chocolate-themed sweets from local and surrounding area businesses. Join local coffee shops, gourmet roasters, artisan chocolatiers, bakeries, wineries and more. Explore additional exhibitors and their products and purchase items to take home. Make a weekend of the festival and spend the night at Peek'n Peak during The Coffee & Chocolate Festival! There will be two sessions. 12pm - 2pm or 3-6pm. VIP Guests can enjoy earlier entrance. Visit pknpk.com for more information.
1st Annual Showdown Throwdown
Presented by Loud Performance, Loud Underground, and Daily City Train, the first annual Showdown Throwdown snowboard event is set for Saturday, April 27th. Using the last few mounds of snow from HoliMont, the Loud Underground/DCT parking lot at 2 Bristol Lane (next to Tim & Bonnie’s Pizza) will be completely transformed for this jam-format snowboarding event! The $35 registration fee will give you the chance to show off your skills and vie for some really cool prizes, including a new snowboard, skateboard, and cold hard cash! Tons of other prize packs will be awarded in a number of categories. Registration will open the morning of the Throwdown from 10:00am-noon, with the event kicking off promptly at noon.