Good morning, Canton.

After 46 years, the Pro Football Hall of Fame Festival Community Parade in Canton will take place on Saturday, Aug.

1 at 10:30 a.m. The change is meant to ease participation conflicts and take advantage of cooler morning temperatures.

On Saturday, police across Northeast Ohio prepared for No Kings demonstrations + they ensured plans were in place to uphold free speech and maintain order in communities including Canton.

The National First Ladies Library and Museum in downtown Canton offers free entry to exhibits that document the legacy of U.S. first ladies; guided tours of the historic Saxton-McKinley House cost $7 (operated with National Park Service support).

Canton native Eve L. Fontes earned acclaim for her guest spot on a new song featured on J.

Cole’s album. Her performance highlights local hip-hop talent and creativity.

Stark Parks and Fat Head's Brewery in Plain Township have teamed up to support spotted turtle conservation.

They will launch the Hakuna Guttata Hazy IPA on April 6 (5 to 8 p.m.), with food and beer purchases helping fund research and treatment.

Ohio Coin Machine Association Dart Tournament

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Free entry — Gather for an energetic competition at the annual OCMA State Dart Divisional Championships.

Harlem Wizards Game

6-9 p.m. — GlenOak HS — $15-$60 — Experience an exciting evening of basketball with the Harlem Wizards in Canton, OH.

Community Health and Wellness Fair

10 AM – 1 PM — Canton Memorial Civic Center — Free entry — Experience Ohio's largest fitness weekend filled with health screenings, wellness resources, and community connection.

Smoov's R&B Sunday Brunch Experience

12-4 p.m. — MBar- Canton's Martini and Wine Bar — Cost of food and drinks not included — Groove to R&B hits while enjoying brunch and a lively atmosphere.

2026 OCMA/VNEA State Pool Championships

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — $0.00 - $10.00 USD — Compete or cheer at the annual state pool championships featuring players of all ages.

50th Anniversary Curtain Up FUNraiser

7-10 p.m. — North Canton Playhouse — $26.13 — Enjoy a night filled with variety shows, games, and raffles at this community FUNraiser celebration.

Sneaker Mania 2

11 AM – 6 PM — Executive Event Center — $5 for students, parents free — Enjoy the ultimate sneaker event with giveaways, food, and thousands of kicks.