The lodge's banquet hall seats groups comfortably and rents at a price that won't send you hunting for a second venue quote. Members have used the space for milestone birthdays, memorial gatherings, sports banquets, and club meetings. The kitchen supports full meal service for private events, so you're not stuck ordering out for your own party.
Weekly dinners on Wednesday are the heartbeat of the social calendar, but the lodge also hosts Bingo nights that have become a standing tradition for players across the Olean area. The bar is stocked and staffed during open hours, giving members a comfortable place to unwind after work or catch up with friends on a weekend afternoon.
Lodge 491 also connects members to the broader Elks national network, including scholarship programs, veterans' services, and community grants that put money and volunteer hours back into the Southern Tier. Membership opens the door to all of it.