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  • Driving Forces: The Lincoln Highway Journey

    Today

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    Massillon Museum

    Driving Forces: The Lincoln Highway Journey

    Massillon Museum

    Driving Forces: The Lincoln Highway Journey
    The nation's first dedicated automobile route runs coast-to-coast through Massillon. Driving Forces is an exploration of Lincoln Highway history and its symbolic significance, marking Massillon's 200th anniversary and America 250. The Massillon Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM, and Sunday from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM!
  • The Country Fest

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    10:00 AM EST

    Clay’s Resort Jellystone Park™

    The Country Fest

    Clay’s Resort Jellystone Park™

    The Country Fest
    Country Fest Ohio brings an unforgettable weekend of live country music to the heart of Ohio camping, featuring headliners Jordan Davis, Kane Brown, Zach Top, and more! Set in a premier Ohio campground, this event combines chart-topping country hits with the perfect camping in Ohio experience — making it a must-attend festival for music lovers looking for live entertainment, outdoor fun, and memorable Ohio camping getaways.
  • Elijah: Prophet of Fire

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    1:00 PM EST

    Dutch Valley, Theater & Shops

    Elijah: Prophet of Fire

    Dutch Valley, Theater & Shops

    Elijah: Prophet of Fire
    The story of the prophet Elijah comes to life! Follow the journey of the incredible prophet Elijah as he stands against King Ahab and Queen Jezebel, the most wicked rulers of Israel. From the miraculous provision with a widow to the fiery proclamation of Mount Carmel, Elijah leads people from all walks of life towards the One True God and the coming Savior promised to us all. Experience the story of an ordinary man climbing mountains of great faith to become God’s prophet of fire.
  • Summer Serenades - String Quartet at Deer Creek Reservoir

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    6:30 PM EST

    Stark Parks

    Summer Serenades - String Quartet at Deer Creek Reservoir

    Stark Parks

    Summer Serenades - String Quartet at Deer Creek Reservoir
    Summer Serenades returns in 2026! Join us for this free, collaborative series from the Canton Symphony Orchestra, Stark Parks, Friends of Stark Parks, ArtsinStark, Visit Canton, the Mary Renkert Wendling Foundation, and Rotary Clubs of Stark County. Enjoy the spontaneous sounds of nature with the orchestrated sounds of music! Summer Serenades is a family-friendly series of instrumental ensembles performing all over Stark County. No registration, just show up! BYO chair or blanket!
  • Centennial Plaza Movie Series

    Today

    7:00 PM EST

    Visit Canton Welcome Center | Downtown Canton

    Centennial Plaza Movie Series

    Visit Canton Welcome Center | Downtown Canton

    Centennial Plaza Movie Series
    Every Wednesday at 7:00 PM, rain or shine! Pre-Movie entertainment begins at 6:15pm with Q92 and movie characters and some special surprises too! The 2026 lineup: • June 3 – Zootopia 2 • June 10 – Kung Fu Panda 4 • June 17 – Frozen II • June 24 – Wicked • July 1 – Wicked: For Good • July 8 – The Incredibles • July 15 – Incredibles 2 • July 22 – Toy Story 4 • July 29 – Jumanji (1995) • August 5 – Inside Out

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About The Area

Akron/Canton has no shortage of things to do. Feed your inner sports fan at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, The Bridgestone Invitational at Firestone Country Club, or catch a Canton Charge game (The Cleveland Cavaliers D-...MORE

CALENDAR

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  • Driving Forces: The Lincoln Highway Journey

    Today

    9:30 AM EST

    Massillon Museum

    Driving Forces: The Lincoln Highway Journey

    Massillon Museum

    Driving Forces: The Lincoln Highway Journey
    The nation's first dedicated automobile route runs coast-to-coast through Massillon. Driving Forces is an exploration of Lincoln Highway history and its symbolic significance, marking Massillon's 200th anniversary and America 250. The Massillon Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM, and Sunday from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM!
  • The Country Fest

    Today

    10:00 AM EST

    Clay’s Resort Jellystone Park™

    The Country Fest

    Clay’s Resort Jellystone Park™

    The Country Fest
    Country Fest Ohio brings an unforgettable weekend of live country music to the heart of Ohio camping, featuring headliners Jordan Davis, Kane Brown, Zach Top, and more! Set in a premier Ohio campground, this event combines chart-topping country hits with the perfect camping in Ohio experience — making it a must-attend festival for music lovers looking for live entertainment, outdoor fun, and memorable Ohio camping getaways.
  • Elijah: Prophet of Fire

    Today

    1:00 PM EST

    Dutch Valley, Theater & Shops

    Elijah: Prophet of Fire

    Dutch Valley, Theater & Shops

    Elijah: Prophet of Fire
    The story of the prophet Elijah comes to life! Follow the journey of the incredible prophet Elijah as he stands against King Ahab and Queen Jezebel, the most wicked rulers of Israel. From the miraculous provision with a widow to the fiery proclamation of Mount Carmel, Elijah leads people from all walks of life towards the One True God and the coming Savior promised to us all. Experience the story of an ordinary man climbing mountains of great faith to become God’s prophet of fire.
  • Summer Serenades - String Quartet at Deer Creek Reservoir

    Today

    6:30 PM EST

    Stark Parks

    Summer Serenades - String Quartet at Deer Creek Reservoir

    Stark Parks

    Summer Serenades - String Quartet at Deer Creek Reservoir
    Summer Serenades returns in 2026! Join us for this free, collaborative series from the Canton Symphony Orchestra, Stark Parks, Friends of Stark Parks, ArtsinStark, Visit Canton, the Mary Renkert Wendling Foundation, and Rotary Clubs of Stark County. Enjoy the spontaneous sounds of nature with the orchestrated sounds of music! Summer Serenades is a family-friendly series of instrumental ensembles performing all over Stark County. No registration, just show up! BYO chair or blanket!
  • Centennial Plaza Movie Series

    Today

    7:00 PM EST

    Visit Canton Welcome Center | Downtown Canton

    Centennial Plaza Movie Series

    Visit Canton Welcome Center | Downtown Canton

    Centennial Plaza Movie Series
    Every Wednesday at 7:00 PM, rain or shine! Pre-Movie entertainment begins at 6:15pm with Q92 and movie characters and some special surprises too! The 2026 lineup: • June 3 – Zootopia 2 • June 10 – Kung Fu Panda 4 • June 17 – Frozen II • June 24 – Wicked • July 1 – Wicked: For Good • July 8 – The Incredibles • July 15 – Incredibles 2 • July 22 – Toy Story 4 • July 29 – Jumanji (1995) • August 5 – Inside Out

Show more

About The Area

Akron/Canton has no shortage of things to do. Feed your inner sports fan at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, The Bridgestone Invitational at Firestone Country Club, or catch a Canton Charge game (The Cleveland Cavaliers D-League Team).

Get historical at the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, or the First Ladies National Historic Site. Experience life in the 19th century with a trip to Historic Zoar Village, or learn about the history of the famous Hoover family at Fieldcrest Estate.

To relax and enjoy the scenery, take a leisurely stroll through the gardens at Stan Hywet Hall then head to the Tuscan inspired Gervasi Vineyard for dinner and wine sampling. Other Akron/Canton culinary delights include quality meats at Angry Barbeque, oven-fired pizza from The Twisted Olive, burgers at The RAIL, and fresh guacamole at Nuevo Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar.

WHAT'S NEARBY?

Ohio: Cleveland Ohio Amish Country

Other States & Provinces: Ohio

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