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Events

May. 10
Happy Half Marathon

Looking for a unique and fun running event in Ellicottville, NY? Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this family-friendly race weekend at Holiday Valley Resort is designed to make every mile memorable. Our scenic Half Marathon and 5K race courses are filled with surprises and smiles, because we believe running should be fun, not just about the distance.

A large group of runners at the starting area of the Happy Half Marathon.
May. 17
Wedding Expo

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.

A newlywed couple embrace as they walk towards a ski lodge on a summer day.
Jun. 14
Mudslide

It's a slip sliding muddy fun obstacle trail run. Run the 4.2 mile route, mostly downhill short course or the 6 mile long course route with added challenging uphill. Approximately 15 obstacles and lots and lots of mud!

A Mudslide competitor attempts to swing across a large body of muddy water and splashes up a lot of mud.
Jul. 4 - Jul. 6
Summer Music Festival Weekend

Ellicottville blooms in the summertime with this great weekend of live music. Live music on stage at Holiday Valley on Saturday and Sunday evenings plus a spectacular fireworks show to wrap up the Sunday performance. 

A band playing on a stage at night during the Summer Music Festival
Jul. 25 - Jul. 27
Jazz and Blues Weekend

Looking for a unique live music experience in Western New York? Ellicottville’s Jazz and Blues Weekend offers an intimate, boutique-style festival set in one of the region’s most charming resort towns. Stroll through the scenic village and discover live performances around every corner—from cozy restaurants and lively bars to inviting patios and street-side stages.

A crowd sits and listens to music being played outside in downtown Ellicottville on a summer day.
Jul. 26
HillTAP Festival

Sunshine, Songs, & Suds. Join us on Saturday, July 26th for the 5th Annual HillTAP Festival™. Jump on the chair lift for a full day of music and outdoor adventure atop the mountain at Spruce Lake. 

A HillTAP festival logo, with line-art of trees, hills, water, a cup, music symbol, sun, and a chairlift.
Aug. 9 - Aug. 10
Taste of Ellicottville

Calling all food lovers. Ellicottville’s most delicious event is back! This highly anticipated food and drink festival in Western New York is a mouthwatering celebration of local flavors, culinary creativity, and indulgent bites you won’t want to miss.

A crowd of people on a side street of Ellicottville, checking out the offerings at the Taste of Ellicottville.