Memorial Day Weekend Fun

May 11, 2023

Memorial Day is the unofficial kickoff to summer! Explore things to do in Canton and Stark County over the long holiday weekend.

Memorial Day Flea Market

May 27-29 (Closed Sunday)
Hartville MarketPlace & Flea Market
The flea market kicks off on Saturday and is open on Monday as well. There are typically around 1,000 vendors that are selling everything from produce, flowers, garden plants to antiques, collectibles, and just anything someone pulls out of their basement. Make sure to wear your walking shoes and mark your calendars, because you do not want to miss out on all of the bargains and fun.

Memorial Day Opening Weekend

May 26-29
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Akron-Canton
Splash into summer at the opening weekend of Clearwater Park Pool. Celebrate the holiday with a patriotic parade, Red White and Blue Crafts, and classic yard games. Come decked out in your favorite patriotic attire! Open daily from 11AM-7PM. Public passes are not sold on Saturdays.

Summer Kick-Off Sale

May 27-29
Funtimes Fun Park
It’s time for some summer fun at the Memorial Day Weekend Sale, get $5 off Fun Day Passes. Passes include unlimited attractions such as Mini Golf, Go-Karts, Bumper Boats, Bumper Cars, Kiddie Rides & other family Rides including our Serial Serpent Family Roller Coaster!

Family Fun at Sluggers & Putters

May 27-29
Sluggers & Putters Amusement Park
Make your way to Sluggers & Putters Amusement Park! Open weather permitting -- there truly is outdoor family fun for all ages! Popular attractions include Mini-Golf, Outdoor Laser Tag, F-22 Raptor Go-Karts, Bumper Boats, Batting Cages, Rock Climbing Wall, Arcade, plus rides including Stark County's only roller coaster.

Hoover-Price Planetarium Shows

May 27
McKinley Presidential Library & Museum
Head to the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum for family fun for all ages and enjoy a FREE Planetarium show! Planetarium shows are included with paid admission to the Museum. Must have a separate ticket to attend Planetarium Shows.

United States Football League

May 27-28
Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium
Catch the action at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium as the Pittsburgh Maulers host the Philadelphia Stars on May 27th! The New Jersey Generals will host the Michigan Panthers on May 28th and it will be "Hats Off To Heroes" night, and the first 500 fans will receive a pair of Thundersticks. The first 2,000 fans will receive a USFL hat!

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Willis Brienza

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Willis Brienza is the Creative Coordinator for Visit Canton. He enjoys movies, music, sports, and spending time with friends and family! Willis resides in Alliance with his fiance, Rosie, and their two dogs! Have an update or comment about the blog? Reach out at willisb@visitcanton.com.
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