Help HoliMont kick off the Lift Service Riding Season and celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at the same time! Lift crew is transitioning Sunset to Summer Gear and Trail crew is hard at work getting the network freshened up for the summer.

Season passes and day passes are available.

Everyone has been affected by cancer in one way or another in their lifetime. So, the Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Labatt to create a charity golf event where a portion of the proceeds will benefit the 11 Day Power Play. Learn more about the 11 Day Power Play and all of the amazing work they're doing to help fight cancer by visiting the Chamber's website. Gather your foursome and plan for a 1:00pm Shotgun Start on May 19th at Holiday Valley! This golf outing is open to the first 144 players.

Say “I do” to an unforgettable wedding experience at the Holiday Valley Wedding Expo! Whether you're envisioning a breathtaking mountaintop ceremony or an elegant lodge reception, this is your chance to explore everything Holiday Valley has to offer for your big day. Explore Your Dream Venue: Take a scenic chairlift ride on the Mardi Gras 6 to the top of the resort and discover the stunning settings where your wedding dreams can come to life. From panoramic views to charming lodge spaces, you’ll see firsthand why Holiday Valley is the perfect place to say “forever.” Meet Over 20 Wedding Experts: From photographers to florists, bakeries to bridal boutiques, you'll connect with top wedding professionals who can help you plan every detail of your perfect day. Sip on craft cocktails, savor delicious hors d'oeuvres, and get inspired by the latest wedding trends. Exclusive Giveaway! One lucky couple will win a private, romantic, three-course dinner—the perfect way to celebrate your love and start planning your future together.

Sometimes it's not just about the distance, it's about how you get there. We want our participants to enjoy their run, so there will be a few surprises out on the course that will make you smile. And don’t forget about our awesome finishers' medals and super soft race shirts! The start and finish of both the Half Marathon & 5k are at Holiday Valley Resort in Ellicottville, NY. You could not ask for a nicer venue for running a race! Make sure to bring your smiles to run the miles!! Register today! >> Click here This event takes place at Holiday Valley and is produced and organized by Enduance Factor.

Mark Your Calendars! 2nd Annual 5K Trail Run May 4th at Holimont Resort. This year, we are celebrating May 4th with a Star Wars-themed FUN 5K trail run & Kids Race! Grab your trail running shoes, friends, and family, and explore the beautiful running trails and stunning mountain-top views for a 5K run that everyone will enjoy. Competitors will enjoy a ride to the top on the Expo chairlift, receive a really cool trucker hat and medal, and have a post-race party at the finish. All proceeds benefit the Ellicottville Great Valley Trail (EVGV). See you there! Register here https://www.runreg.com/maythe4thbewithyou

Mark your calendars and get your best derby outfits ready for May 3rd! The Ellicottville Distillery's annual KenDucky Derby Race is back! Place your bets on which Ducky will cross the finish line first. The first race is officially OPEN! Grab you favorite number(s) for $10 each. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place receive prizes and last ducky in gets their money back. You can sip on one of the Distillery's amazingly curated cocktails while the ducks float downstream at 5462 Robbins Road in Ellicottville, NY. Come join the fun!

Stop by to taste that mouth watering, freshly made maple syrup and learn the process of making it! Experience two days of maple bliss in Franklinville, NY with all day long festivities! The festival is expanding to include Park Square. The park will be filled with wineries, breweries, distilleries, and farm market vendors. The Franklinville Fire Department is also bringing back the car show at the Fireman's Field (rain date Memorial Day Weekend). Keep an eye on the schedule!

HISTORY: The Annual Maple Festival has occurred every year since its inception by the Franklinville JayCee's in 1962. The festival, in Franklinville, NY, attracts tens of thousands of visitors to the village annually. Local maple producers, their maple syrup and maple products are highlighted each year. The Maple Festival requires hundreds of volunteers which make it so successful. The festival continues each year as a direct result of Franklinville's generous volunteerism spirit.

A Night at the Museum with Artistry Along the Alleganyc is a 1940s time travel experience with Music, Food, and Living History. Come experience an evening at the Eldred WWII Museum and see what it would be like during WWII. Enjoy music and food from the 1940s along with period-dressed reenactors who will talk and interact with you. Plus some special surprises. Tickets are now available at : https://bit.ly/4iHR3r6

Consider joining the Allegany American Legion to help support a great cause. Unique vendors and crafters will be selling their products. Stop and take your chance at numerous basket & gift raffles. You do not need to be present to win. Raffles will be drawn at 5:00pm.

All proceeds go directly to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital. For more information about the event or if you would like to donate to the basket raffle, email srcarls@verizon.net.

A celebration of Arbor Day on the Pat McGee Trail with this community bike/walk event. Participants will meet at Ellicottville Brewing Company parking lot located at 202 2nd Street Little Valley at 6pm, where bathroom facilities are available. Bikers will travel 2 miles south towards Salamanca and experience towering trees, fascinating bridges and beautiful flora and fauna. A limited number of fat tire bikes are available to use for the event or you can bring your own bike. All skill levels of bikers are welcome. The walkers will stroll 1 mile north towards Cattaraugus to the Wetlands to see an array of spring birds and discuss the trees of the area. Leashed dogs are also welcome on the walk. There will be a social to follow for those interested. If you have questions or would like to use a bike, please contact the Environmental Education/ Recreation Department at 716-379-6939. 

The Snowmakers Ball is a heartfelt tribute to the mountain crews at our local ski resorts - those who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the slopes stay covered in snow and in great condition throughout the season. From snowmakers to groomers, lift operators to lift maintenance crews, these hardworking professionals are the backbone of the mountain. It’s the perfect finale to wrap up a successful ski season. All mountain crew employees from Holiday Valley, HoliMont, and Kissing Bridge Ski Resorts receive free entry and a special gift; $10 admission for the general public. Enjoy live music, food, basket raffles, and cash bar.

Spring is here! Join an Allegany State Park Naturalist for a "Signs of Spring Evening Walk" explaining Allegany State Park's blossoming spring critters on Wednesday, April 23rd from 6:300-8:00pm. Participants will be treated to some early signs of spring that may include display flight of American Woodcock, chorusing amphibians, newly emerged spring plants and much more. Come early and celebrate Earth Day with making bird feeders using recyclable materials. Earth Day is allk about environmental stewardship, and this activity is a meaningful way to reduce waste and support local wildlife. All are welcome. This event starts at Site 53, Quaker Beach Road near the gate at the osprey platform. Participants should dress for the weather, bring a flashlight or headlamp, camera, and a sense of adventure. For more information on this event please call the Environmental Education/ Recreation Department at 716-354-6262.

Mike Morton is returning to the Ellicottville Memorial Library with his baby animal indoor petting zoo. These cute and furry creatures will make a special appearance on Wednesday, April 16th from 9:30-10:30am. 

“Mike will be bringing baby sheep, goats, rabbits and chickens to the library for visitors to hold and pet,” said Laura Flanagan, Library Director. “It’s a perfect diversion for those of us not traveling over spring break!”

The Ellicottville Volunteer Fire Department events the community to bring their children out to the Town Park on March 30th at 1pm for the annual Easter Egg Hunt. This is the Ellicottville event of the Easter holiday. All ages are welcome and it’s FREE to attend. The hunt is done by age group, there are three groupings. Each child receives a ticket and there are drawings for the Grand Prize Chocolate Bunny, some stuffed animals, etc… There will be multiple winners. There will also be free peeps and jelly beans. Don’t miss out.

The public is invited to come out to 6500 Maples Road for the Ellicottville American Legion Post 659's annual Meat Raffle. Doors open at 6:00pm and the raffle starts at 7:00pm. Hosted by the Ladies Auxiliary and the Sons of the Legion, this promises to be a very fun event. There will be door prizes, basket raffles, a 50/50 drawing and you can't miss out on the FREE refreshments. Note: The gun raffle tickets will be drawn on this night as well. This is a family friendly event and everyone is welcome to attend. Come try your luck for a chance to fill up your meat freezer!

If you haven't had a chance to experience Dining in the Dark it is a MUST! Living with little to no sight is something we all hope to never experience. However, we all end up knowing someone who lost their vision to some degree. Come enjoy, learn, and raise money for the Little Valley Lion's Club at our Dining in the Dark Fundraiser. Join us on April 10th at the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino. $65 per person. For tickets, reach out to us here on Facebook or call Schubert Enterprises, LLC (716) 938-9034 and ask for Jordan or Jodi!

Come out to 2 Bristol Lane in Ellicottville, NY on Saturday, April 5th for Skate Disco Night at Daily City Train. This is a night of skate for all ages - kids and teens. Disco lights will light up the park. There will be a mocktail bar and a snack bar. All wheels are welcome, rentals available. Get your tickets today at dctskate.com.

From a superhero-themed fair booth that benefits a community to a successful training camp for superheroes, the Seneca Allegany Community Center in Salamanca, NY is hosting its first ever Superhero Training Camp on Saturday, March 29th. The training camp will give kids the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities from 10:00am till 3:00pm, such as creating their superhero personas with unique names, powers, catchphrases, and stances. They can participate in a news interview with Sammy Stone, sharing how they saved the city. Kids can also test their agility on an obstacle course, their speed in a sprint, their aim with powerful hammer throws, and their mental prowess with problem-solving tasks. Every superhero needs a disguise, which they can craft at the station that includes mask and shield-making areas, superhero-themed bracelets, and custom event coloring sheets. The camp will also have two water-based activities at the ACC’s pool: one allows brave kids to navigate a floating obstacle course while a villain tries to knock them off course. Other superheroes on the sidelines will use water blasters to distract the villain and help their fellow hero cross the course. The training camp remains free, but support for the youth vendors is deeply appreciated. Ages 5-12 is the recommended age group for the training camp, but all ages are welcome, and no one is turned away. Although there are many physical activities available, they also offer a variety of accessible options for those who may not be able to participate in the physical stations.

What better way to spend a day with family and friends then at the Annual Maple Weekends on March 22-23 and March 29-30, 2025 from 10am-4pm each day presented by the New York State Maple Producers Association. About 110 maple producers across New York will be hosting open houses for the public to see how maple syrup and other related products are made. This family-oriented event is sure to delight visitors of all ages. Admission is FREE! Maple weekends take place regardless of the weather, so please dress accordingly for your visit. The maple producers that will open their doors in the Enchanted Mountains are:

With heartfelt lyrics and a distinctive voice, this Kentucky native has become a prominent figure in country music. Her 2017 debut album “Every Little Thing” and its title track lit a fire that hasn’t stopped burning. Additional chart toppers like “Never Wanted to Be That Girl,” “What He Didn’t Do,” and “I Hope You’re Happy Now” have contributed to her numerous accolades, including CMA, ACM, and Grammy awards. Her fourth studio album “Hummingbird” continues in that tradition with its lead single, “We Don’t Fight Anymore,” earning her yet another Grammy nomination. Seneca Allegany welcomes Grand Ole Opry and Kentucky Music Hall of Fame member Carly Pearce for a night of authentic country music! HUMMINGBIRD WORLD TOUR: Seneca Allegany Event Center: Tickets | $29, $49, $59, $79

Come join us to make mystical fairy houses. 15 years and up. Registration IS required. Please call on March 1st. We may be using exacto knives and possibly hot glue, please advise. ~registration rules apply, 2 people per sign up. We do need notification if you can not attend. - The current-day fairy theme has cultural ties to Germanic and Celtic (Irish) folklore. The underlying mythical belief is that fairies live in our gardens, and these fairies can either be mischievous or bring good luck, depending on how well they are respected and treated. According to popular belief, if you want to appeal to the fairies in your garden and get into their good graces, you must create an enticing world filled with flowers, comfortable places to live and shelter, and sparkly things. If you do this, fairies will move in, and your garden will thrive. There is also a tradition of placing fairy doors and tiny houses in the woods near trees. This attracts good fairies to the area and creates a sense of magic and wonders for the lucky person who happens to be passing by.

What better way to spend a day with family and friends then at the Annual Maple Weekends on March 22-23 and March 29-30, 2025 from 10am-4pm each day presented by the New York State Maple Producers Association. About 110 maple producers across New York will be hosting open houses for the public to see how maple syrup and other related products are made. This family-oriented event is sure to delight visitors of all ages. Admission is FREE! Maple weekends take place regardless of the weather, so please dress accordingly for your visit. The maple producers that will open their doors in the Enchanted Mountains are: