Marketing Opportunities
Consider Visit Canton's destination marketing opportunities that reach current and future visitors to the northeast Ohio region.
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Partner Zone
Visit Canton tourism partners benefit from valuable tools and resources, educational opportunities, networking events, and more. Have a question? Please reach out to Visit Canton Senior Manager, Partner & Community Relations, Allison Gromofsky, allisong@visitcanton.com
Visit Canton Partner AI & Image Submission Policy
Visit Canton asks partners to follow the guidelines below when submitting photos or videos for marketing and promotional use:
I warrant and represent that the video and photos submitted are real and were not created by or heavily modified by artificial intelligence software in a manner that renders them non-representative of reality. I confirm I hold all necessary rights, licenses, and permissions for the images and that they are not subject to the copyright restrictions of AI-generated content.
Click here to view the full Visit Canton AI Quick Reference Sheet and the expectations we hold for both our team and partners.
CVBUZZ Partner News | What You Need to Know This Month
Partners, this is the place to stay updated on time sensitive announcements, upcoming deadlines, news you need to know! Don't have CVBuzz coming to your inbox? Sign-up to receive the weekly e-blast!
Upcoming Partner Events
AI in Action in Tourism & Hospitality
Tuesday, April 14 from 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport
MPI Ohio Chapter Meeting in Cleveland
Wednesday, April 15 from 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM | The Ritz Carlton Cleveland
Visit Canton Cleveland Sales Blitz
Wednesday, April 22 | Cleveland, OH
Visit Canton Partner Booth - Transportation Celebration
Saturday, April 25 & Sunday, April 26 | Dennison Railroad Depot Museum
Find out more information and register to attend.
State of the CVB: Partner Resources
We’re excited to share updates and insights from the State of the CVB! Whether you were able to attend or not, you can review the presentation from the day here.
Partner Highlights
- Massillon Museum – Did you know you can host your next event here? Learn more about their event spaces
- TWilite Cafe – Still thinking about those delicious cookies? View their hours and menu
- Charlie Brown Catering – Our breakfast buffet provider at the event is a great, affordable option for your next event needs. Explore their catering options here.
2026 Visit Canton Grant Opportunities
Visit Canton’s Grant Programs provide funding to support events, projects, and initiatives that attract visitors to Stark County. Applications for 2026 projects open September 10th, giving partners the chance to strengthen tourism impact and create memorable experiences. Learn more about eligibility, criteria, and how to apply on the Visit Canton Grant Landing Page.
2026 Cultural Tourism Grants
The ArtsinStark/Visit Canton Cultural Tourism Grant program will invest up to $200,000 in 2026 to support arts and cultural events, programming, and marketing initiatives that drive regional visitation and visitor spending.
Grant Program Highlights:
- Competitive awards of up to $20,000 per project (max $20,000 per organization per cycle).
- Projects must increase attendance from outside Stark County, enhance events with arts & cultural elements, and foster collaboration.
- Applications must be submitted 90 days before project execution; projects must be completed in 2026.
Visit Canton’s Event Support Grant program is designed to increase regional visitation and economic impact through visitor spending by supporting sporting events & tournaments, conferences, professional meetings, expos, and complementary experiences tied to qualifying events.
Grant Program Highlights:
- Events must have a minimum commitment of 125 Stark County hotel room nights and/or 400-day visitors from outside of Stark County.
- Competitive awards of up to $10,000 per event, pending available funds.
- Applications must be submitted at least 90 days before the scheduled event.
- Events must be hosted within the 2026 calendar year.
Savor Stark Restaurant Month — March 1–31, 2026
March is Stark County Restaurant Month!
Foodies get ready - it's Savor Stark Restaurant Month! Enjoy exclusive specials at locally owned restaurants, wineries, breweries, and unique dining spots across Stark County March 1-31, 2026. Enjoy special menu pairings starting at just $25!
Plus, each time you check in at a participating location, be entered to win gift cards to local restaurants!
AI in Action in Tourism & Hospitality | April 14, 2026
📅 Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
🕓 Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport
The AI Era Playbook For Our Industry
2026 isn’t the year AI becomes new; it’s the year it becomes normal. And when technology shifts from novelty to infrastructure, everything about how we connect, market, and build trust changes.
Eric Hultgren, National Director of Content, Advance Local, unpacks the hidden forces reshaping marketing right now from the collapse of traditional search to the rise of answer engines, from the battle for human attention to the new currency of trust. He’ll show why flooding the zone with content no longer works, and what signals actually cut through the noise in an AI-saturated world.
This is not another “future of AI” talk. It’s a playbook for clarity, community, and creativity in a time when being human is your greatest advantage.
Don't miss out - click here to register to secure your spot!
Have a question about the day? Reach out to Visit Canton Senior Manager, Community & Partner Relations, Allison Gromofsky, allisong@visitcanton.com.
Visit Canton Partner Help
Business and Event Listings Updates and New Partner Onboarding: Allison Gromofsky, allisong@visitcanton.com
Website Updates and Social Content Requests: Willis Brienza, willisb@visitcanton.com
Exploreboard Maintenance and Updates, Welcome Center Brochures, and Travel Guide Requests: Gabe Baker, gabeb@visitcanton.com
Grants, Industry Partner Programs, Marketing and Promotions Opportunities: Allison Gromofsky, allisong@visitcanton.com
Free Calendar of Events: Submit Your America 250 Ohio Events
The America 250-Ohio Commission website now features a dedicated landing page where you can list your community’s 2025-2026 America 250 events. Submit your events anytime using this calendar submission form to increase visibility and support statewide promotion.
Let's put Stark County on the map - don't miss this FREE opportunity! Submit your America 250 Ohio events here.
Submit High Res Photography & Videography
We want to see your best shots!
Whether it's a scenic view, a fun event, or your latest photoshoot, upload your photos and videos to help us showcase what makes our area a great destination.
Upload Directly to Visit Canton, or use the submission further down this page!
Partners in the News
Have you been featured in the news? Let us know!
Documents & Resources
Submit Your Events
Visit Canton uses a technology platform to aggregate event listings from Google-indexed data. If your event is listed on Eventbrite, Ticketmaster, Facebook, or your website, it may already be listed. View the Event Guide for more information on the automation process.
If you prefer to submit your event manually, please submit event details here.
More Partner Resources
Business & Event Listing Policy
Visit Canton Mission Statement: To Attract and Engage Visitors, Serve and Educate Regional Tourism Partners, and to Generate Economic Development through Travel and Tourism Development.
Industry Events
See upcoming Visit Canton industry partner events, and learn about conferences, conventions, expos, and other major events and festivals coming to the area.
Newsletter Signup
Sign up for the Visit Canton Industry Partners E- newsletter CVBuzz.
Volunteers
Volunteering is a great way to engage and network in the Stark County tourism community.
Tourism Industry Partner Job Openings
Businesses in the travel and tourism industry are now hiring in Canton and throughout Stark County. Review open positions and job opportunities with museums, attractions, restaurants, hotels, event venues, and more.