May 17
Polar Bear Bash Tournament
Jackson Township & Belden Village Area Robert Fife Stadium 7355 Mudbrook Rd NW Massillon , Ohio 44646 Website
The Playbook: What’s Happening in Stark County
Find sports events, theater, family events, festivals, fairs, concerts, live music, and more in Stark County, Ohio!
There are events of all kinds taking place in Canton and nearby communities. See what special events are happening during your next visit.
Find your Next Play In America's Playing Field
Visit Canton's got the tools you need when planning your next outing and trip to Canton and Stark County!
This is your playbook, a handy guide to help you filter events by location, interest, and date. Your custom roster of events is easy to browse to help you find the perfect event for your next trip to America's Playing Field.
Looking for a event perfect for the kiddos? Or maybe a date night idea for that special someone in your life? It's all here! From engaging tours of local museums, classes where you'll learn to paint or create an award-winning meal, to concerts and trivia nights, stand-up comics, exceptional wine tastings, to ways to relax and unwind, there's a special event waiting for YOU right here in Canton and Stark County! Bookmark this page and keep your playback handy!
Our Favorite: The many festivals and fairs in our community! With celebrations of heritage and history, there's always somewhere to play in America's Playing Field!
Event Listings
May 17
Smoov R&B Brunch
Canton The Dawg House on 30th 718 30th Street Northeast Canton , Ohio 44714 (330) 754-6189 Website
May 17
Floral Resin Ceramic Dish Workshop with Gwenasia Gadsden
Massillon Massillon Museum 121 Lincoln Way East Massillon , Ohio 44646 (330) 833-4061 Website
May 17
Kids Doing Comedy
Downtown Canton Canton Comedy Boom 324 Cleveland Avenue Northwest Canton , Ohio 44702 (330) 546-2398 Website
May 17
Matilda — The Musical
Jackson Township & Belden Village Area Kent State University Stark Fine Arts Building 6000 Frank Avenue Northwest North Canton , Ohio 44720 (330) 244-3224 Website
May 18
29th Annual Bill Phillips Legacy Foundation Golf Classic
East Canton & Minerva The Quarry Golf Club & Venue 5650 Quarry Lake Drive East Canton , Ohio 44730 Website
May 18
Zumba in the Park
Downtown Canton National First Ladies Library & Museum 205 Market Avenue South Canton , Ohio 44702 (330) 452-0876 Website
May 18
Islay’s Dairy — Plain Township Historical Society Free Monthly Meeting
North Canton & Plain Township Plain Township Hall 2600 Easton Street Northeast Canton , Ohio 44721 (330) 224-2660 Website
May 19
Elijah: Prophet of Fire
Regional Attractions Ohio Star Theater 1387 Old Route 39 Northeast Sugarcreek , Ohio 44681 Website
May 19
Make a Sand Art Terrarium at The Barrel Room on Canal
Canal Fulton The Barrel Room on Canal 129 Canal Street North Canal Fulton , Ohio 44614 (330) 408-7131 Website
May 20
Elijah: Prophet of Fire
Regional Attractions Ohio Star Theater 1387 Old Route 39 Northeast Sugarcreek , Ohio 44681 Website
May 20
Live at Arcadia — Canton Comedy Boom
Downtown Canton Arcadia Grille 321 Court Avenue Northwest Canton , Ohio 44702 (330) 546-2398 Website
Celebrate Upcoming Holidays
Celebrate upcoming holidays and experience Stark County attractions, traditions, and local shopping!
Special Exhibitions
Find out what exhibitions are currently on view at museums in the Canton area and throughout the Stark County region.
Concerts & Live Music
Enjoy live music venues, music festivals and all forms of musical entertainment from professional orchestras to breakout music acts. There is no shortage of major superstars coming to Stark County for concerts.
Enshrinement Week
Head to Canton, Ohio for the annual gathering of football's greatest legends during Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Week. See the Enshrinement Ceremony, NFL Hall of Fame Game, Concert for Legends…
First Friday: Find Out What’s Going On!
Apr 23, 2026
The monthly celebration of art, music, local businesses, and restaurants in the Canton Arts District will be celebrated on Friday…
Outdoor Summer Concert Series
Apr 24, 2026
Live music fills the air across Stark County all summer long, thanks to several community concert series throughout the summer…