Good morning, Canton.

Mural Fest returns to downtown Canton with eight new murals that will brighten local buildings+engage local artists and community members, and the event will run on Sept.

27 from noon to 6 p.m. with live music and food trucks while artists paint on various walls throughout September.

Chapter 28 of the Ebone Image Makers in Canton will host the 91st annual state convention and trade show for the Ohio Association of Beauticians starting on June 28 with a cabaret at 7 p.m. at Kings of Canton Mothership Connection with $20 admission.

The event will continue on July 13 with a prayer breakfast at 8 a.m. and an awards banquet featuring guest speaker Christine Smith and the All-Male Community Choir, and on July 14 with a workshop by Rob Willis and Epress where tickets cost $100 or $50 for students.

Local high school graduates in the Akron-Canton area were nominated by their guidance departments as 2025 Star Students, with nominees coming from schools such as Cuyahoga Falls, Cloverleaf, and Canton South — the recognition highlights their academic and personal achievements.

Joshua JJ Lantz, a 2025 GlenOak graduate named a regional Star Student for his leadership, led tutoring and Bible study programs that connected peers—he will study finance and marketing at Ohio State and join a mission trip to Mexico in June.

Cleveland Browns Hall of Famer Joe Thomas said he will visit training camp in late July at the team headquarters in Berea to share advice with offensive lineman Dawand Jones—he hopes to help Jones switch fully to left tackle.

Coach Kevin Stefanski said Thomas’s guidance may boost the player’s technique and team performance.

Canton Township Community Day

4-11 p.m. — Canton Township Community Park — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of food trucks, live music, and fireworks in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Pro Football Hall of Fame Race Series 5km

8 AM – 11 PM — Pro Football Hall of Fame — Registration fee required — Celebrate fitness and football at the Year TWO of the exciting 5k race series.

Songs in the Sky with Canton Symphony Orchestra

6-9 p.m. — Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium — $90.00 - $150.00 — Experience a night of live music, food, and charity events against the Canton skyline.

Olde Canal Days Festival

5-11 p.m. & 11 a.m.-11 p.m. — Olde Canal Days Festival — Free entry — Celebrate Canal Fulton's rich heritage with crafts, food, entertainment, and a parade over three exciting days.

HAPPY 100th Anniversary Celebration of 1480 WHBC

4-8 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate a century of broadcasting with community fun and festivities.

Step Into Autism Fundraiser

10 AM – 12 PM — William McKinley Memorial — Donations appreciated — Participate in a major fundraising event supporting autism programs in Northeast Ohio.

Fourth of July Spectacular!

Independence Activities — Jul 3-7 — Canton / East Sparta KOA Holiday — Family fun with fireworks, an ice cream social, and a nighttime treasure hunt.

Akron RubberDucks vs Flying Squirrels

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Canal Park — Tickets available — Catch the thrilling baseball showdown between the Akron RubberDucks and the Flying Squirrels.

Foundation Elite Volleyball Camp

9 AM - 12 PM — Bull Dog Virtual Academy @ Timken — Cost not listed — Focused camp for beginners and intermediates to develop volleyball skills in a supportive environment.

Elton John Tribute by Elton Rohn

7:30-9 p.m. — Plain Township Amphitheater — $10.00 - $165.00 — Experience an electrifying tribute to Elton John with live performances of all the hits.