2022 Calendar of Events
FEBRUARY 19 - 20 SATURDAY - SUNDAY
New York State Free Fishing Days No fishing license is needed these two days anywhere in the state. Free fishing for all. Sponsored by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
FEBRUARY 27 - SUNDAY
Olcott Fireman's Polar Bear SK & Pancake Breakfast 8am - Noon. Open to the public. Race the polar bear in a SK run & finish with a pancake breakfast. 716-778-9252, Olcott Fire Company Hall, 1691 Lockport-Olcott Rd., Olcott.
MARCH 5 - SATURDAY
Turkey Dinner 4:30pm until sold out.Newfane Methodist Church, 2699 Main St., Newfane. www.newfanemethodist.org
MARCH 6 - SUNDAY
53rdAnnual Polar Bear 'Swim for Sight' 10am - 4pm. Olcott's popular Polar Bear Swim in Lake Ontario sponsored by Olcott Lions Club. Thousands cheer hundreds of brave swimmers as they frolicin the icy water at Krull Park. Tailgate partying, costumes, food & fun rule the day. Admission & parking are free. Swimmers raise funds for Lions' sight programs & community benefits. Start fundraising at www.olcottlions.org or Olcott Polar Bear Swim on Facebook.
MARCH 17 - 20 THURSDAY-SUNDAY
Saint Patrick's Celebration Weekend Great food specials, corned beef, and Guinness served through all weekend! Live music Friday at 8pm. Check Facebook for details. Calhoon's Pub, 2598 Main St., Newfane.
APRIL 3 - SUNDAY
Chicken & Biscuit Dinner and Basket Raffle 11am until sold out. $10. Olcott Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary at 716-778-9252 1691 Lockport-Olcott Rd.
APRIL 7 - THURSDAY
Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ 4pm until sold out. Newfane Methodist Church, 2699 Main St., Newfane. www.newfanemethodist.org
APRIL 30 - MAY 1 SATURDAY- SUNDAY
Opening Weekend at the Lakeview Village Shoppes This quaint gathering of food & specialty shoppes on the boardwalk opens for the new season! Come see what's new this year! Shoppes are open weekends in May, September, & October and DAILY from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Lakeview Village Shoppes Boardwalk, 5955 Ontario St. Olcott, NY 14126
MAY 15 - SUNDAY
44th Apple Blossom Festival 10am - 4pm. Enjoy the arrival of spring with old-fashioned attractions and activities, along with food, entertainment, vendors & hands-on fun. Family friendly, free admission and
free parking (no pets). Benefits the Newfane Historical Society. Countty Village, 2685 West Creek Rd., Newfane. www.NewfaneHistoricalSociety.com
MAY28-30 SATURDAY - MONDAY
Carousel Park Opens!
Pack up the kids and head to the Olcott Beach Carousel Park for opening weekend. Celebrate our 20th season featuring Rob and Carol Allen's Magic Show on stage at 2pm daily. The Magic Shows are presented by the WNY Dairy Farmers. Days of operation are Sat., Sun. & Mon., from 12-6 pm of Memorial Day Weekend; Open Saturdays and Sundays, 12 - 6 pm through June; Open Friday through Sunday, 12 - 6 pm, July through Labor Day. Park rides are 25¢. Kiddie riders must be no taller than 52". Smoke free park; shoes required. 716-778- 7066, 5979 Main St., Olcott.
MAY 29 - SUNDAY
Sunday Super Car & Bike Cruise 1-4pm. Main St., Olcott. Your favorite classic cars and motorcycles fill Main Street. Hoods are raised, the chrome is polished, & a DJ plays tunes. Family fun for all ages. Free dash plaques to the first 100 cars and bikes. Free admission & parking. Sponsored by OBCA & area businesses. 716-628- 4007
MAY 30 - MONDAY
Memorial Day Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Mark Mazur & His Little, Big Band. Main St., Olcott Gazebo. Memorial Day Observance 11am. Come join us as we honor those who have served our country in war and peace. We honor the Soldiers, Marines, Airmen, and Seamen from Newfane, who lost their lives during the wars and conflicts our country has been engaged in. Bring your own chair and hear music, re-enactments, speeches & military honors. Your presence during this event honors the veterans who stood strong in defense of the United States of America. Sponsored by the Town of Newfane & hosted by the Newfane American Legion. 716-408-3311 Corwin Cemetery, Lockport-Olcott Rd. and Hatter Rd., Newfane.
JUNE 3 - SEPTEMBER 2 FRIDAYS
Friday Nights on the Boardwalk 5-8pm. Join the Lakeview Village Shoppes every Friday Night on the Boardwalk for live music, free wine tastings featuring local wineries, and a farmers market. Lakeview Village Shoppes Boardwalk, 955 Ontario St.Olcott, NY 14126
JUNE3-5 FRIDAY - SUNDAY
Ye Olde Log Cabin Opening Weekend Noon - 5pm every Fri-Sun through September 11th. This building is a replica of the original cabin that was opened by Andrew TenBrook and the Pioneers Association of Niagara County on June 20, 1888. Visit our small museum that displays artifacts from the original cabin and local history. East Main St., Olcott.
JUNE 4 - SATURDAY
Saturday Night Car & Bike Cruises 5-8pm. Sponsored by the Olcott Beach Community Association & area businesses. 716-628- 4007. Main St., Olcott.
JUNE 5 - SUNDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Nite Cruise. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
JUNE 11 - SATURDAY
Saturday Night Car & Bike Cruise 5-8pm. Free admission & parking. 716-628-4007 Main St., Olcott.
JUNE 11 - 12 SATURDAY- SUNDAY
Newfane Chalkfest 9am - 5pm. Features chalk art in the parking lot behind Newfane Town Hall, 2737 Main St., Newfane. www.wahistudio.org
JUNE 12 - SUNDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Joe Baudo Quintet. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
JUNE 12 - SUNDAY
Chicken Barbeque Noon - 2:30pm. All are welcome. For info: 716-638-4030. Olcott United Methodist Church, 5956 Main St., Olcott.
JUNE 12 - SUNDAY
25th Annual Duck Race 2pm. 1000 brightly colored ducks race to the finish line in the 18 Mile Creek. Many prizes drawn at Harbor Overlook on the east side of the creek. Free admission. $5 fee to rent a duck (presale available, does sell out). Outdoor event. Sponsored by the Olcott Beach Community Association, and area businesses. 716-628-4007. Olcott Harbor.
JUNE 18 - SATURDAY
7th Annual Mermaid Festival Noon - 4pm. Come flip and frolic in your most Magical Mermaid finery. Email thebohosiren@ gmail.com Lakeview Village Shoppes Boardwalk, 5955 Ontario St. Olcott, NY 14126
JUNE 18 - SATURDAY
Saturday Night Car & Bike Cruise 5-8pm. Free admission & parking. 716-628-4007 Main St., Olcott.
JUNE 19 - SUNDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Dave Stoll Band. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
JUNE 22 - WEDNESDAY
Newfane Gazebo Concert 6-8pm. FREE event. This week's concert is Red House Music's Recital. Main St., Newfane Gazebo.
JUNE 25 - SATURDAY
Saturday Night Car & Bike Cruise 5-8pm. Free admission & parking. 716-628-4007 Main St., Olcott.
JUNE 25 - SATURDAY JUNE 26 - SUNDAY
Newfane Kids Fishing Derby Annual Kiss A Cow Day! 8am - 12pm, Held on the Saturday of New York's Free Fishing weekend. No licenses needed! Register at the Olcott Marina pavilion. Must be ages 4-15 to participate and accompanied by an adult. No fishing from boats allowed. Rain or shine. Instilling the fun of fishing at an early age! 716-778-8531 & 716-778-5462, Olcott Harbor, 18 Mile Creek, Fisherman's Park, & Burt Dam.
JUNE 25 - 26 SATURDAY - SUNDAY
New York State Free Fishing Day No fishing license is needed this day anywhere in the state. Sponsored by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
JUNE 26 - SUNDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Buffalo Brass Machine. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
JULY 3 - SUNDAY
Fireworks Over Lake Ontario 10pm, Olcott. Best viewed from the Lake Ontario shoreline, Krull Park & Olcott. Prettiest fireworks on the lake! Boats sail and motor on the lake while fireworks burst into colors overhead. Fireworks are shot off the east pier. Outdoor event. Free admission. Sponsored by Town of Newfane & OBCA. 716-628-4007.
JULY 3 - SUNDAY
Fireworks Night Concert 7-9pm. FREE event featuring live music by Easy Street Big Band. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
JULY 4 - MONDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Mark Mazur & His Little, Big Band. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
JULY 4 - MONDAY
Carousel Park & Carousel Concessions. For details call 716-628-4007. Meet at Krull Park Main St. by noon & march to Olcott Beach Carousel Park.
JULY 6 - WEDNESDAY
Newfane Gazebo Concert 7-9pm. FREE event. This week's band is Nickel City Blues Band. Main St., Newfane Gazebo.
JULY 8 - 10 FRIDAY - SUNDAY
Pirate Festival Friday 6pm - 12am, Saturday Noon - 12am, Sunday Noon - 6pm. Parade on Saturday at noon; Rides, food, music, car show and live entertainment. Catch beads at the parade and wear your pirate costume! Lots of fun for the whole family! Outdoor event. Sponsored by Olcott Fire Co. Free admission & parking. 716-778-9252. Krull Park, Olcott, NY.
JULY 9 - SATURDAY
Patriots Day Parade -;- Pirate Festival Car Show 12:30pm, Olcott -This parade is nostalgic, patriotic, and fun! Dress up in red, white and blue and decorate your bikes and wagons. Free ice cream and ride ticket for participants. Sponsored by Olcott Beach 9am _ 4pm, registration 9am- noon. FREE event for spectators. Portion of proceeds benefit the Olcott Fire Dept. Music, 50 / 50, basket raffles, & many awards for top cars. Register your car early at www.wnycruiser.com. Krull Park, Olcott.
JULY 10 - SUNDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Lancaster Steel Drum Band. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
JULY 13 - WEDNESDAY
Newfane Gazebo Concert 7-9pm. FREE event. This week's band is Double Barrel,Classic Rock. Main St., Newfane Gazebo.
JULY 16 - SATURDAY
Saturday Night Car & Bike Cruise 5-8pm. Free admission & parking. 716-628-4007 Main St., Olcott.
JULY 17 - SUNDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Pocket Change. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
JULY- 17 - SUNDAY
Chicken Barbeque Noon - 2:30pm. All are welcome. For info: 716-638-4030. Olcott United Methodist Church, 5956 Main St., Olcott.
JULY 20 - WEDNESDAY
Newfane Gazebo Concert 7-9pm. FREE event. This week's band is the Red House Band: Good Old Rock & Roll. Main Street Newfane Gazebo.
JULY 21 - THURSDAY
*NE'Wk Free Outdoor Movie Begins at sundown. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy a first run movie outdoors in the Olcott Beach Carousel Park. Sponsored by the Town of Newfane Tourism Board. Concessions available. Check www.facebook.com/ NewfaneOlcottNY for movie titles. 5979 Main St., Olcott.
JULY 23 - SATURDAY
Saturday Night Car & Bike Cruise 5-8pm. Free admission & parking. 716-628-4007 Main St., Olcott.
JULY 24 - SUNDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Emerald Isle Band. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
JULY 27 - WEDNESDAY
Newfane Gazebo Concert 7-9pm. FREE event. This week's band is The Heenan Brothers: Folksy, Bluesy, Americana. Main St., Newfane Gazebo.
JULY 28 - THURSDAY
*NEW* Free Outdoor Movie Begins at sundown. Bring lawn chairs & blankets to enjoy a first run movie outdoors in the Olcott Beach Carousel Park. Sponsored by the Town of Newfane Tourism Board. Concessions available. Check www.facebook.com/ NewfaneOlcottNY for movie titles. 5979 Main St., Olcott.
JULY 30 - SATURDAY
Saturday Night Car & Bike Cruise 5-8pm. Free admission & parking. 716-628-4007 Main St., Olcott.
JULY 30 - 31 SATURDAY - SUNDAY
Old Olcott Days Noon - 5pm. Spend the afternoon looking back through time; local memorabilia of Olcott, outdoor displays, photographs, and postcards dating back to 1900. Sponsored by friends of " Ye Olde Log Cabin," Images of the Past, and Town of Newfane.For info: 716-778-8284. Ye Olde Log Cabin, Main St., Olcott.
JULY 31 - SUNDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Riverdogs. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
AUGUST3 WEDNESDAY
Newfane Gazebo Concert 7-9 pm. FREE event. This week's band is Tom Keefer & Celtic Cross: Celtic Music. Main Street, Newfane Gazebo.
AUGUST 6 - SATURDAY
Saturday Night Car & Bike Cruise 5-8pm. Free admission & parking. 716-628-4007. Main St., Olcott.
AUGUST 7 - SUNDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Buffalo Banjo Band. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
AUGUST 9 - TUESDAY
The Park After Dark: A Party With Purpose 6-lOpm. ONLY night of the year the park is open after dark! This event raises funds to ensure the park continues to be available to all families, by hosting an adult night of drinking, dancing & dining on the midway! The event includes live bands, dinner, drinks, midway gaming, raffles, 50 / 50 splits and mobile popcorn & nacho stands! Tickets are tax deductible: $35 pre-sale and $40 at the door. Call 716-778-7066, visit the park's ticket booth, Facebook page, or search for ''The Park After Dark'' at www.TicketRiver.com. Olcott Beach Carousel Park, 5979 Main St., Olcott.
AUGUST 10 WEDNESDAY
Newfane Gazebo Concert 7-9pm. FREE event. This week's band is Creekside Classic Bluegrass: Country. Main Street, Newfane Gazebo.
AUGUST 12 - FRIDAY
16th Annual Newfane Bike Night 5:30-10:30pm. FREE event! Live music from Dave Viterna Group, vendors, food, and free bike competition, all makes & models of motorcycles welcome. Raises money & awareness for WNY Challenger Sports with 50 / 50 & various raffles. For info call 716-638-0455. Calhoon's Pub outdoor grove, 2598 Main St., Newfane.
AUGUST13-SATURDAY
Saturday Night Car & Bike Cruise5-8pm. Free admission & parking. 716-628-4007 Main St., Olcott.
AUGUST 14 - SUNDAY
Chicken Barbeque Noon - 2:30pm. All are welcome. For info: 716-638-4030. Olcott United Methodist Church, 5956 Main St., Olcott.
AUGUST 14 - SUNDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Penny Whiskey. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
AUGUST 17- WEDNESDAY
Newfane Gazebo Concert 7-9pm. FREE event. This week's band is Tom and Sara Wright. Main St., Newfane Gazebo.
AUGUST 18 -THURSDAY AUGUST 21 -SUNDAY
*NEW* Free Outdoor Movie Begins at sundown. Bring lawn chairs & blankets to enjoy a first run movie outdoors in the Olcott Beach Carousel Park. Sponsored by the Town of Newfane Tourism Board. Concessions available. Check www.facebook.com/ NewfaneOlcottNY for movie titles. 5979 Main St., Olcott.
AUGUST20-SATURDAY
Saturday Night Car & Bike Cruise 5-8pm. Free admission & parking. 716-628-4007 Main St., Olcott.
AUGUST20-SATURDAY
Olcott Chalkfest 9am - 5pm. Features sidewalk chalk art along Main Street in Olcott. www.wahistudio.org
AUGUST 21 -SUNDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by My Cousin Tone. Main St., Olcott Gazebo. Olcott Beach Carousel Park's 20th Anniversary & Roaring 20's Community Appreciation Day 12-6pm. Celebrate our carousel's 99th birthday. Antique cars on display. Rob and Carol Allen's Magic Show daily at 2pm, presented by the WNY Dairy Farmers. Free washable tattoos, Skee Ball Challenge, cookies, free rides on the Olcott Fire Truck from 1-3pm, & free balloon animals made from 2:30-4pm. In appreciation of the community, carousel rides are free, all other rides 25¢. Kiddie riders must be no taller than 52". Smoke free park; shoes required. 716-778-7066, 5979 Main St., Olcott.
AUGUST25-THURSDAY
*NEW* Free Outdoor Movie Begins at sundown. Bring lawn chairs & blankets to enjoy a first run movie outdoors in the Olcott Beach Carousel Park. Sponsored by the Town of Newfane Tourism Board. Concessions available.
Check www.facebook.com/ NewfaneOlcottNY for movie titles. 5979 Main St., Olcott.
AUGUST 27 - SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 4 - SUNDAY
Final Saturday Night Car & Bike Cruise5-8pm. Free admission & parking. 716-628-4007 Main St., Olcott.
AUGUST 28 - SUNDAY
Olcott Gazebo Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by East Street Big Band. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
SEPTEMBER3 SATURDAY
32ndAnnual Olcott Beach Car Show 8am - 4:30pm. The largest one day car show in Western New York. As many as 1,000 rare & original muscle cars, high end exotics, customs, tuners, & race cars. Basket raffle, 50/50, show T-shirts, crafters, automotive & food vendors, and much more. There is no pre-registration. $20 per vehicle to register at the show. No charge for spectators. More info can be found at www.OlcottBeachCarShow.com and on Facebook. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Buffalo. Krull Park, Olcott. The 5th Annual Olcott Beach Jazz Trail Noon - 8:30pm. This FREE event features nationally and internationally known top jazz performers. Performances are held at various walkable locations around Olcott. Find us on Facebook Olcott Beach Jazz Trail for the line-up of all-star musicians.
SEPTEMBER 5 MONDAY
Labor Day at the Olcott Beach Carousel Park Noon - 6pm. Come join us and celebrate the last day of our season. Watch Rob and Carol Allen's Magic Show on stage daily at 2pm, presented by the WNY Dairy Farmers. Rejoin us Memorial Day Weekend next year for another fun season. Park rides are 25¢. Kiddie riders must be no taller than 52". Smoke free park; shoes required. 716-778-7066, 5979 Main St., Olcott.
SEPTEMBER 5 MONDAY
Labor Day Concert 2-4pm. FREE event featuring live music by Riverdogs. Main St., Olcott Gazebo.
SEPTEMBER 24 SATURDAY
New York State Free Fishing Day No fishing license is needed this day anywhere in the state. Free fishing for all. Sponsored by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
SEPTEMBER 25 SUNDAY
43rd Apple Harvest Festival 10am - 4pm. Come and join a celebration of the amazing local harvest. Enjoy old-fashioned attractions and activities, along with food, entertainment, vendors and hands-on fun. Family friendly, free admission and free parking (no pets). Benefits the Newfane Historical Society. Country Village, 2685 West Creek Rd., Newfane. www.NewfaneHistoricalSociety.com
OCTOBER 8-SATURDAY
Autumn Boo-NanzaNoon - 6pm. Join the Lakeview Village Shoppes on the Boardwalk with wine tastings & live music. FREE Trick or Treating and Pumpkin Painting from 1-3pm. Peanut Butter & Jelly Drive to benefit local food pantries. Shoppes will be open with specials. Lakeview Village Shoppes Boardwalk, 5955 Ontario St. Olcott, NY 14126
OCTOBER16-SUNDAY
Fall Festival for Farmed Animals 11am - 3pm. Every year Asha's Farm Sanctuary celebrates fall and features fun, educational visits with rescued farm animals, live music, food, speakers, cake & pie auction, vendors & exhibitors, silent auction & more. 2969 Coomer Rd., Newfane, 716-249-2555
NOVEMBER 8 - TUESDAY
Election Day Chicken &Biscuit Dinner 4:30pm until sold out. Newfane Methodist Church, 2699 Main St., Newfane. www.newfanemethodist.org
NOVEMBER 11 - FRIDAY
New York State Free Fishing Day No fishing license is needed this day anywhere in the state. Sponsored by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.