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Welcome to Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY

in Western New York State

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Summer fun comes naturally in Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY! Plan a summer vacation in Western NY and experience our breathtaking lakes including Chautauqua Lake and Lake Erie known for exceptional boating and world class fishing. Have countless outdoor adventures on our trails while hiking and biking. Hit the greens on over a dozen public golf courses or reconnect with nature on a camping getaway.

Sip local wine from 20+ wineries known as Lake Erie Wine Country. Enjoy a pint of craft beer or a handcrafted cocktail from breweries and distilleries located throughout the region. Visit unique cultural attractions including Chautauqua Institution and the National Comedy Center. Plan your summer adventure in Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY today!

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Featured Events

What's Happening in Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY

Ice Bumper Cars

Oct 11, 2026 - Mar 28, 2027

Ice Bumper Cars at Northwest Arena

Durnkirk Lighthouse and Museum

Oct 30 - Oct 31, 2026

Dunkirk Lighthouse Ghost Hunts

Dunkirk, NY, NY

northwest arena family public skate mom and two daughters

Oct 31, 2026 - Mar 28, 2027

Public Skate at Northwest Arena

Lake Erie Wine Country

Nov 06 - Nov 15, 2026

Lake Erie Wine Country Harvest Weekends

Peek'n Peak Wurst Party Ever

Wurst Party Ever Peek’n Peak Bierfest

Dirty Dozen Event New Web

The Dirty Dozen Brass Band - 50th Anniversary Tour

Nov 13 - Nov 22, 2026

Medieval Feast Dinner Theater at Peek'n Peak

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel 2026 Murder Mystery Dinner

Nov 20 - Nov 22, 2026

Hunt a Killer at Chautauqua Harbor Hotel

Frisson Event New Web

Frisson: Christmas by Candlelight

A Very Merry Journey Through Time A Holiday Parade Celebrating 250 Years Saturday December 5

Jamestown NY Holiday Parade

NY Musky Expo 2027 Chautauqua Harbor Hotel

Feb 06 - Feb 07, 2027

New York Musky Expo

Mayville Winterfest 40th Anniversary

Feb 12 - Feb 14, 2027

Mayville Winterfest - 40th Anniversary Celebration

Catapult Event New Web

Catapult: Magic Shadows

Cirque Mechanics Tilt Event New Web

Cirque Mechanics: Tilt! A Circus Thrill Ride!

Lisa D. Cook: Chautauqua Institution Lecture Series

David French: Chautauqua Institution Lecture Series

Wynton Marsalis

Wynton Marsalis: Chautauqua Institution Lecture Series

Amna Nawaz: Chautauqua Institution Lecture Series

Dec 04, 2023 - Jan 04, 2027

Golf with the Pros at Mulligan's

May 30 - Oct 31, 2026

Fredonia Farmer's Market

Comedy Open Mic Wednesdays at 7

Jul 01 - Dec 30, 2026

Comedy Open Mic | Every Wednesday | Wicked Warren's JTNY

HFM Indoor Flea Market

Jul 02 - Dec 31, 2026

Hartfield Flea Market & Emporium

Jamestown Farmers Market

Jul 18 - Nov 21, 2026

Jamestown Farmers Market

Westfield Happy Hour Five and 20

Sep 11 - Nov 27, 2026

Westfield Happy Hour at Five & 20

Mulled Wine and Vineyard Walk Johnson Estate Winery

Sep 12 - Nov 01, 2026

Mulled Wine & Vineyard Walks at Johnson Estate Winery

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Enjoy Local Wines, Beers & Cocktails

Tour Lake Erie Wine Country and its 50 miles of award-winning wineries. Grab a beer from a microbrewery or brewpub on Chautauqua Lake, or tour the state-of-the-art Southern Tier Brewing Company. Head up to Westfield to Mazza Chautauqua Cellars/Five & 20 Spirits & Brewing and take your pick of wines, craft beers, and cocktails.

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Explore Art Galleries, Murals & More

Some of the best art galleries, studios and shows in Western New York make their home in Chautauqua County. Take an art tour while admiring beautiful landscapes and visiting world-renowned cultural attractions such as Chautauqua Institution and the National Comedy Center. Then check out a trail of larger-than-life murals.

Visitors in the National Comedy Center in the late-night exhibit.

Visit Award-Winning Museums

Learn about Chautauqua County's early settlers, cultural movements, and past residents whose influence has reached national and even global scale, such as Lucille Ball, Robert H. Jackson, and Roger Tory Peterson. Plus, visit the National Comedy Center, the United States’ official cultural institution and museum dedicated to presenting the vital story of comedy.

GROUPS & MEETINGS

Let Us Make Your Group Happy!

Many of the reasons why vacationers have been attracted to the Chautauqua & Lake Erie, NY area for the past 150 years are the same reasons why group visitors will love the region today. Plan your group function, tour, or event with us.

Travel Itineraries to Inspire Your Adventure

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Flavors of the Region

Enhance your next meal or charcuterie board with flavors from Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY! Stock up on favorites to take home and bring you back to a "Chautauqua state of mind," or to share with loved ones and friends. Discover artisanal food products like locally made grape products, fruit and maple syrups, cheese, spices, and more. The emphasis on small-batch, fresh, and local is strong in Cha…

Horseback riding at Double DAB

Outdoor Adventure Seekers

Outdoor Adventure Abounds Start planning your next thrilling experience Nestled between the foothills of the Alleghenies and Lake Erie, Chautauqua County is a destination of unrivaled natural beauty. Outdoor adventure seekers will find five amazing lakes plus numerous waterways perfect for boating and fishing, miles of hiking and biking trails in old-growth forests and geologic formations like Pan…

Summer dining patio at EBC on Chautauqua Lake

Outdoor Dining Options

Enjoying a meal outdoors can elevate a meal to an experience, plus be a memorable part of your vacation. Restaurants across Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY offer outdoor seating seasonally. Sit outdoors at a lakeside restaurant for amazing views of area lakes and the famous Chautauqua Lake sunsets or watch the city of Jamestown come to life at night as your meal unfolds in a more urban setting. Pair…

Three people picking fresh blueberries

Flavors of the Region

Enhance your next meal or charcuterie board with flavors from Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY! Stock up on favorites to take home and bring you back to a "Chautauqua state of mind," or to share with loved ones and friends. Discover artisanal food products like locally made grape products, fruit and maple syrups, cheese, spices, and more. The emphasis on small-batch, fresh, and local is strong in Cha…

Horseback riding at Double DAB

Outdoor Adventure Seekers

Outdoor Adventure Abounds Start planning your next thrilling experience Nestled between the foothills of the Alleghenies and Lake Erie, Chautauqua County is a destination of unrivaled natural beauty. Outdoor adventure seekers will find five amazing lakes plus numerous waterways perfect for boating and fishing, miles of hiking and biking trails in old-growth forests and geologic formations like Pan…

Summer dining patio at EBC on Chautauqua Lake

Outdoor Dining Options

Enjoying a meal outdoors can elevate a meal to an experience, plus be a memorable part of your vacation. Restaurants across Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY offer outdoor seating seasonally. Sit outdoors at a lakeside restaurant for amazing views of area lakes and the famous Chautauqua Lake sunsets or watch the city of Jamestown come to life at night as your meal unfolds in a more urban setting. Pair…

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Featured Articles & Travel Insights

Young men hiking on trail in Chautauqua County New York

Nature and Environment

Trail Towns in Chautauqua & Lake Erie in Western New York

When enjoying the many trails in Chautauqua & Lake Erie in western New York state, be sure to include some time at one of our “trail towns”. These small towns and villages near tr…

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woman fall hiking

Colors of Chautauqua

Five Outdoor Adventures to Experience This Fall in Chautauqua NY

It's no secret that the Chautauqua Lake Erie Region is a hub of outdoor fun during the summer due to our five lakes and the surrounding rolling hills and serene countryside. The warm weather of the su…

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Lake View Cemetery Tours

Events and Festivals

Celebrating the Spooky Season in Chautauqua County

Fan of all things frightening? As Halloween approaches, destinations throughout the Chautauqua Lake Erie Region embrace their spooky side with themed events in the month of October. Learn more about t…

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Nature and Environment

Fall Foliage Road Trips in Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY

When autumn arrives in Western New York, Chautauqua County transforms into a landscape of brilliant reds, oranges, yellows, and golds. The best way to experience fall foliage is a road trip Chautauqua…

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