First Friday

First Friday: Find Out What's Going On!

Jul 29, 2025

The monthly celebration of art, music, local businesses, and restaurants in the Canton Arts District will be celebrated on Friday, August 1st.

August | Hall of Fame

We are excited to announce our next First Friday theme! Join us on Friday, August 1st from 5:00 pm-9:30 pm, as we help celebrate Canton's biggest weekend of the year with our Hall of Fame First Friday! All of your favorite First Friday activities will be here!

  • The Kidz Zone presented by CSE Credit Union will feature our free inflatables area next to the Eric Snow YMCA
  • The First Friday Summer Concert series will feature a performance by Chris Higbee at Canton Centennial Plaza
  • The Food Truck Court will once again be featured in the Eric Snow YMCA Parking Lot
  • Nikolina will be back for her 4th Street Dance Party located on 4th St NW
  • All of your favorite First Friday Vendors will also be in attendance

This will be one Canton First Friday that is guaranteed to be worthy of a Gold Jacket! We will see you there!

​​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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