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Jackson Township will host National Night Out — a free event to build community ties — on Aug.

4 from 5 to 8 p.m. at North Park on Fulton Drive NW, where residents meet local law enforcement, firefighters and safety personnel and enjoy giveaways and K-9 demos.

TikTok stars Ross and (Granny) Smith will serve as grand marshals of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Festival Grand Parade on Aug.

8, with the parade starting at 8 a.m. in downtown Canton and following a 2.2-mile route near 30th Street NW.

Alive Music Festival kicked off on July 16 at Atwood Lake Park (near Dellroy in Carroll County) despite a wildfire smoke advisory; it continues today with Josiah Queen and will feature Lauren Daigle tomorrow as health officials monitor air quality.

The Canton chamber announced that the Balloon Classic will replace fireworks with larger drone shows during Pro Football HOF Fest to offer a fresh local spectacle.

The new display aims to boost festival excitement.

The Balloon Classic at the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival runs July 24-26 at Kent State University at Stark.

Instead of fireworks, the event will offer a 10 p.m. drone light show on July 24 and 25, with a preview at 9:20 p.m. backed by Canton’s Mix 94.1.

At a forum in Canton, a proposed $1B, 85-acre data center project divided opinions as residents voiced pollution worries while city officials cited job growth + economic benefits.

Health officials reported that cyclosporiasis cases in Ohio nearly tripled to 1,192 by July 16, with 70 counties affected and 86 hospitalizations recorded.

Lucas County saw the highest toll with 250+ cases.

Canton residents face dangerous air quality as wildfire smoke from Canada drifts into the area through the end of the week.

Health officials advise using HEPA air purifiers such as the PuroAir 240 (covering up to 1,000 sqft) to reduce indoor pollutants.

The Ohio EPA has issued a statewide air quality advisory due to Canadian wildfire smoke, alerting sensitive groups to avoid strenuous outdoor activity until today (Friday, July 17).

Residents are urged to check AirNow for current PM2.5 levels while conditions persist.

Canton R&B Musicfest

7 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — BOGO Special on tickets — Enjoy the unforgettable sounds of Brownstone and Sunshine Anderson in a vibrant summer concert.

Funky Music Night with Zapp

7-11 p.m. — Lock 3 Park — Free entry — Experience high-energy grooves that will get you dancing all night long.

Forever Seger - The Silver Bullet Experience

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Plain Township Amphitheater — $10.00 - $165.00 — Experience the dynamic tribute to Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band with authentic performances.

The Fantasy Football Expo

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — $70 - $290 — Experience Fantasy Football's greatest weekend with experts, parties, and panels in Canton, Ohio.

Fantasy Football Expo

10 a.m. — Canton Memorial Civic Center — $20 — Step into the Fantasy Football Expo, explore vendor booths, and connect with creators in a vibrant tradeshow setting.

Play Football First Play

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM — Pro Football Hall of Fame — Reservations Required — Celebrate the start of the NFL season with a unique football relay from downtown Canton to the Hall of Fame.

Kids’ Pokémon Club

6:00 – 6:45 p.m. — Canal Fulton Public Library — Free entry — A lively meet-up for young Pokémon Trainers to trade cards and learn the game.

Hall of Famer Walk

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Pro Football Hall of Fame — Free entry — Celebrate sports history with a community walk featuring Hall of Famers.

SidestreetMKTS Hall of Fame Night Market 2026

4-9 p.m. — Oakwood Square — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of open-air shopping with local food, music, and community spirit.

Lainey Wilson Concert for Legends

7:30-9 p.m. — Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium — $50.00 - $400.00 — Don't miss Grammy-winner Lainey Wilson headline this legendary concert event.