The Southern Tier is buzzing with holiday cheer this weekend, offering a full slate of festive events for families, shoppers, music lovers, and anyone ready to kick off the season.
From Christmas markets, parades, and tree lightings to workshops, live music, and small-town celebrations, there’s something happening around every corner from Friday through Sunday.
Whether you’re hunting for unique gifts, looking for kid-friendly fun, or just wanting to soak in the spirit of the season, here’s your guide to everything going on across the region.
Friday, November 28
- EARS Adoption at Olean Wellness Store, 10 a.m.
- Wood Burning 101 at Lucky Day Homestead, 10 a.m.
- Tinsel & Twinkle Sip & Shop at Christie’s Boutique, 11 a.m.
- Christmas in Ellicottville in downtown Ellicottville, noon
- Moon Phase Gardening & Planting at Lucky Day Homestead, 1 p.m.
- Christmas in the Village at Pour Taproom, 3 p.m.
- Black Friday Bingo Special at Seneca Gaming & Entertainment, 4 p.m.
- Santa Claus Lane Parade in Olean, 6:30 p.m.
- Nativity Scene Lighting in Friendship, 6:30 p.m.
- Miss Hoshi’s Trio at Tap-N-Pour, 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 29
- Vintage Snowmobile Show at Pioneer Motorsports, 8 a.m.
- Christmas Tree Farm Opening at Hubbard’s Homestead, 9 a.m.
- EARS Adoption at Olean Wellness Store, 10 a.m.
- Christmas Bazaar at United Church of Ellicottville, 10 a.m.
- Soups, Sauces & Shepherds Pie at Lucky Day Homestead, 10 a.m.
- Christmas Craft Fayre in Ceres, 10:30 a.m.
- Small Biz Market Pop-Up in Cuba, 11 a.m.
- Holiday Craft Fair at East Otto Fire Hall, 11 a.m.
- Santa Express Train Rides in Gowanda, 11 a.m.
- Children’s Crafts in Ceres, 11:30 a.m.
- Christmas in Ellicottville in downtown Ellicottville, noon
- Christmas in the Village at Pour Taproom, 3 p.m.
- Prancing Down Portville Christmas Parade at Pioneer Park, 5 p.m.
- Victorian Christmas Open House at Fannie Bartlett House, 6 p.m.
- Miss Hoshi’s Trio at Randy’s Fireside, 6 p.m.
- Christmas in Allegany Opening Night at the Santa House, 6 p.m.
- Those Guys at Tap-N-Pour, 7 p.m.
- NY Rockin Rodeo at Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino, 7 p.m.
- IOT at Balloons, 7 p.m.
- Spencer Easton at Union Whiskey, 7:30 p.m.
- Backlog at Parkwood Tavern, 8 p.m.
- Live music at Randolph Brewing, 9 p.m.
Sunday, November 30
- Community Holiday Photos at Wellsville Howe Library, 9 a.m.
- Santa Express Train Rides in Gowanda, 11 a.m.
- Christmas in Ellicottville in downtown Ellicottville, noon
- Santa Sunday at Rusty Rooster, 1 p.m.
- Sunday BBQ at Parkway Ridge, 1 p.m.
Looking Ahead
- Dec 3: Annual Tree Lighting at Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino
- Dec. 5: Southern Tier Symphony at the Quick Center
- Dec. 5 and 6: Elf Jr. Musical at Portville Central School
- Dec 6 Oars Snowman Building Contest in Cuba
- Dec. 6: Visit with Santa at the Fannie Bartlett House
