First Friday: Find Out What's Going On!
Sep 01, 2026
The monthly celebration of art, music, local businesses, and restaurants in the Canton Arts District will be celebrated on Friday, September 4th.
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We are excited to announce the next First Friday theme! Stop by Downtown Canton on Friday, September 4th, from 5:00 pm-9:30 pm, as First Friday returns to their roots with their Canvas on Concrete- Art in the Streets First Friday! They will have live artists creating various types of art all over downtown! Also, all of your favorite First Friday activities will be here!
The First Friday Summer Concert series will feature a performance by Anya Van Rose & Beach City Postal Service at Canton Centennial Plaza.
Nikolina will be back for her 4th Street Dance Party located on 4th St NW.
The Velvet Runway Fashion Show will return this month.
Other entertainment includes our ConnectWell Zone, the Alans Live Magic, and performances by the Raja Belly Dancers.
The Kidz Zone presented by the IBEW Local 540, will feature our free inflatables area next to the Eric Snow YMCA.
The Food Truck Court will once again be featured in the Eric Snow YMCA Parking Lot.
We hope you will stop by and celebrate the arts on September 4th from 5:00 pm-9:30pm in Downtown Canton!
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 First Friday or your business can showcase a special offer?
Explore the Canton First Friday website or email jbecker@cantonsid.org.
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