First Friday

First Friday: Find Out What's Going On!

Dec 02, 2025

The monthly celebration of art, music, local businesses, and restaurants in the Canton Arts District will be celebrated on Friday, December 5th.

December | Yule Sleigh, a Holiday First Friday

It is officially First Friday week! Head to Downtown Canton on Friday, December 5th, as we celebrate the holiday’s First Friday style with Yule Sleigh, a Holiday First Friday! There will be holiday carolers doing pop-up style performances at your favorite Downtown Canton Businesses. There will also be a meet and greet with the Grinch (presented by Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc.) at the stage of Canton Centennial Plaza from 6-7 pm. Following this, he will also be doing pop-up visits at some of your businesses as well!

​​Looking for places to make a dinner reservation or grab a drink?

Explore all of the Downtown Canton restaurants here. Did you know that Downtown Canton has a DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area) where you can take your drinks to-go to enjoy shopping, live music, and more on the streets?

Looking for more information about how you can become a vendor at ArtsinStark First Friday or your business can showcase a special offer?

Explore the Canton First Friday website or email firstfriday@artsinstark.com.

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Willis Brienza

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Willis Brienza

Creative Coordinator

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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