Hey football fans!! July & August is the perfect time to plan a trip to the Pro Football Hall of Fame city, Canton, Ohio!! There are a ton of activities in and around Stark County. Here is a list of some interesting events planned around HOF 2012. Feel free to contact me if you are in need of lodging, transportation or if you just have questions.
BALLOON CLASSIC/JACKSON-BELDEN FOOD FEST & FIREWORKS
Friday, July 20, 4pm Location: North Canton, OH
Saturday, July 21, 6am and 4:00pm
Sunday, July 22, 6am
The White Savage
July 20, 26, 31, August 4, 2012; 8:30pm Location: New Philadelphia, OH
Cost: Adults = $17; Seniors = $15; Children 12 and under = $8
Trumpet's own Joseph Bonamico co-authored The White Savage after years of portraying him in The Trumpet in the Land. The show is set on the same stage as Trumpet in the Land, and is complete with horseback riding, spectacular pyrotechnics and fascinating battle scenes. This show is a unique and exciting show for the whole family to enjoy.
From Frontierswoman to Flapper: Ohio's First Ladies
July 20, 2012 to April 26, 2013 Location: Canton, OH
Cost: Adults = $7; Seniors = $6; Children 18 and younger = $5
Guided Tours: Tuesday - Saturday at 9:30 & 10:30 a.m. and 12:30, 1:30 & 2:30 p.m.; plus Sundays at 12:30, 1:30 & 2:30 p.m. in June, July & August.
Souvenirs of Yesteryear - Part II
July 20, 2012 to October 31, 20121pm – 4pm Location: North Canton, OH
Cost: Adults = $5; Children 12 & under = Free
A special showing of framed, vintage Hoover photographs on loan from the North Canton Heritage Society as well as Unique Hoover Company souvenirs will also be displayed courtesy Hoover retirees and former employees who've loaned or donated Company memorabilia from their personal collections.
Country Sunrise Special
July 20, 2012; 7pm – 9pm Location: Wilomont, OH
Cost: Adults = $10; Children 15 & under = $5
Country Sunrise Special has been joyfully makin’ music for more than 25 years. Its beginnings were as The Nicholas Family some 60 years ago. Recordings of The Nicholas Family’s music are in the history files of America at the Smithsonian Institute. Today, Country Sunrise Special offers tight mixed vocal harmonies and strong acoustic instrumentation, including banjo, mandolin, fiddle, guitar, autoharp, harmonica, and bass in a mix of Bluegrass, Country, Gospel, Western-swing, and Old-time melodies. We love the music and love sharing it with you!
Lantern Tours of the Ghosts of Zoar
Every Friday and Saturday evening at 8:30pm Location: Zoar, OH
Cost: $17 per person
The tour meets in front of the Zoar Store, rain or shine, and lasts approximately 1 hour.
The Historic Village of Zoar has been named to the 2012 list of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places®
Trumpet in the Land
July 21, 23, 24, 27, 30, Aug 2, 6, 7, 2012; 8:30pm Location: New Philadelphia, OH
Cost: Adults = $17; Seniors = $15; Children 12 and under = $8
Trumpet in the Land, Ohio's premier and longest running outdoor theatre production, brings to life the tragic but inspiring story of David Zeisberger and his Christian Indian followers as they struggled to preserve their peaceful settlement despite the growing violence of the Revolutionary War.
Ride Through History
July 21, 2012 - Jul. 22, 2012; 9am-4pm Location: Alliance, OH
Ride in the back of a military truck and experience scenes from different war times. You can also visit the living history camps and talk with interpreters of the different camp life and battle. A mobile military museum, vendors, weapons demonstrations plus many other things to see. Great for the whole family.
Werktag "Work Day"
Jul. 21, 2012; 11am – 4pm Location: Zoar, OH
Cost: Adult = $8; Child (4-17) = $4; Children 3 & under = Free
Werktag is a German word that translates "work day," but work is fun when you try something old in Historic Zoar Village! Discover what daily life in the village was like in 1850 with hands on activities and demonstrations like butter churning, blacksmithing, tin punching, gardening, laundry, kessel oven cooking, and more! Self-guided tours available from 11-4.
Your Night Sky Planetarium Show
Jul. 21, 2012; 2pm-3pm
A quick update of astronomy in the news and a star show of tonight’s sky. The rest is up to you—ask questions or bring up a topic you’d like to know more about. We’ll try to answer, but it’s a big universe! If we can’t answer right away, we’ll find out and follow up next month. All ages. Free.
Five Oaks Summer Tours
Sunday, July 22, 2012; 2-3pm Location: Massillon, OH
Cost: $6 for adults, students are free
Enjoy a tour of the Victorian mansion, Five Oaks. A beautiful home with 10 fireplaces, Tiffany glass windows, a third floor ballroom, gold and silver leafed walls and ceilings and carved wood decorations. Once the home of the McClymonds family, it is now home to the Massillon Woman's Club.
The Ultimate Pink Floyd Tribute Show
Sunday, July 22, 2012; 7:30-10pm Location: Massillon, OH
Cost: $10
"The Ultimate Pink Floyd Tribute Show" rocks the house at Lions Lincoln Theater, Sunday, July 22nd. Featuring the impeccable Pink Floyd tribute band ECHOES OF A DISTANT TIME, playing selections from Pink Floyd's "The Wall", plus many more classic Pink Floyd songs. A multi-media experience, with film, live drama, and a special appearance by the Ulster Project Youth Choir, singing "Another Brick In The Wall"!
Special guests THE KEY OF DIAMOND, playing all your favorite Neil Diamond tunes! This show is a must for any Pink Floyd and Classic Rock fan. Limited preferred seating available for advance ticket buyers, no extra charge! Visit www.mculster.com for online ticket purchase or call (330) 886-8747.
Palace Theatre 85th Anniversary Event: Kilgen Organ Spectacular
Jul. 22, 2012; 7pm-9pm Location: Canton, OH
Cost: $10 each
85th Anniversary Celebration Event Evening includes: Tribute to Banks Kennedy, first organ player of the Palace, Discussion on Organ and Palace Theatre, Dance number Duet between Bob Beck and Jay Spencer, Silent Film short with organ accompaniment.
Duncan Plaza Concerts
July 23, 2012; 7:30pm Location: Downtown Massillon, OH
Cost: Free
Featuring ~ Meadowbrook Big Band
Summer Sounds: Big Band Concert
July 25, 2012; 6pm-8pm Location: Perry Sippo Lake, Massillon, OH
Cost: Free
All Ages: Stark Parks and Perry Sippo Branch welcome back the Musical Memories Orchestra. Enjoy the sounds of the 20s to the 50s and the Big Band era with area musicians. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. Ice cream will be provided by the Perry Sippo Friends of the Library. Performance will be moved inside if the weather is bad.
Canton Food Tours - Warehouse District
July 26, 2012; 6pm-9:15pm Location: McKinley Grand Hotel Lobby, Canton, OH
Cost: $48 per person
Explore the Hall of Fame city while stopping at restaurants along the way for scrumptious food and drink samples. Learn about Canton's history and then see firsthand how the city is being revitalized through the arts. You've never been on an adventure that tasted so good! Ticket price includes enough samples to replace a meal, alcoholic beverages on certain stops, dessert, an informative personal tour guide, use of shuttle van in case of inclement weather, and a take home goodie bag. Meet chefs, business owners, and artists on this one-of-a-kind Tour. Book your Tour today at www.CantonFoodTours.com and join the fun! If spots are available, we accept reservations up to 2 hours before the Tour starts.
Art Film: Darling Companion
July 26, 2012; 7:30pm-9:30pm Location: Canton, OH
Cost: $5
The story of a woman who loves her dog more than her husband! Rated: PG-13, Runtime: 1 hour, 43 mins.at the Canton Palace Theatre
Massillon Summer Concert Series
July 26, 2012 Location: Downtown Massillon, OH
Cost: Free
Featuring - The Belairs
Saturday Meet the Artist
July 27, 2012; 10am-6pm Location: Canal Fulton, OH
Cost: Free
Hot glass working class, by appointment, 10AM till noon. Hot glass production demonstrations by resident artist Brian Graham from noon till 5 PM . Meet a featured artist from the gallery exhibiting their wares and demonstrating their craft.
Down at the Boardwalk
July 28, 2012; 1pm-4pm Location: Massillon Recreation Center, Mass, OH
Cost: $3 for nonmembers
The City of Massillon Parks and Recreation Department is bringing the boardwalk to the Massillon Recreation. Bring the whole family down to the Massillon Recreation Center to enjoy food, games, and live music from a local band. You'll enjoy swimming in the aquatics area with the boardwalk right outside! The boardwalk games are all being created by our Summer Playground Program. Food and game tickets are available for a small fee.
All Shook Up
July 28, 2012; 8:30pm-11pm Location: New Philadelphia, OH
Cost: Adults = $17; Seniors = $15; Children 15 & under = $8
Into a square little town in the 1950's, in a square little state, rides a guitar-playing roustabout who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that'll have you jumpin' out of your blue suede shoes with such classics as "Heartbreak Hotel," "Jailhouse Rock," and "Don't Be Cruel." Will true love prevail? ("Fools Fall In Love") Will the power of music win the day? Will this small town in the Midwest survive getting all shook up? These questions and more are answered as the characters come together for the finale ("Burning Love").
CONCERT AND FIREWORKS
July 28, 2012; 6pm Location: Downtown Canton, OH
2-MILE AND 5-MILE RACES
July 29, 2012; 8am Location: Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton, OH
COMMUNITY PARADE
July 29, 2012; 2:30pm Location: Downtown Canton, OH
Five Oaks Summer Tours
July 29, 2012; Tours start at 2pm and 3pm Location: Massillon, OH
Cost: Adults = $6; Students = Free
Enjoy a tour of the Victorian mansion, Five Oaks. A beautiful home with 10 fireplaces, Tiffany glass windows, a third floor ballroom, gold and silver leafed walls and ceilings and carved wood decorations. Once the home of the McClymonds family, it is now home to the Massillon Woman's Club.
Duncan Plaza Concerts
July 30, 2012; 7:30pm Location: Downtown Massillon, OH
Cost: Free
Featuring ~ Clinton Band - Concert Band
Kelly Miller Circus
July 31, 2012; Shows at 4:30pm & 7:30pm Location: Hartville, OH
Cost: Call 330.877.5500 or email [email protected] to inquire about ticket pricing and locations.
The Kelly Miller Circus has gathered a galaxy of stars from many nations, as well as an exotic display of animals, enhanced them with beautiful theatrical lighting and lively circus music for a performance to warm the hearts of young and old alike.
RIBS BURNOFF
August 1, 2, & 3, 2012; 11am Location: Stark County Fairgrounds, Canton, OH
Grandstand Concert Cost: $9 or $5
Gin Blossomsperformance on Wednesday, August 1st
Jason Michael Carrollon Thursday, August 2nd
Saving AbelonFriday, August 3rd.
FIRST PLAY 2012
August 2, 2012; 10am Location: Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton, OH
Massillon Summer Concert Series
August 2, 2012; 7:30pm Location: Downtown Massillon, OH
Cost: Free
Featuring ~ LaFlavour
Canton Food Tours - Warehouse District
Aug 2, 2012; 6pm – 9:15pm Location: McKinley Grand Hotel Lobby, Canton, OH
Cost: $48 per person
Explore the Hall of Fame city while stopping at restaurants along the way for scrumptious food and drink samples. Learn about Canton's history and then see firsthand how the city is being revitalized through the arts. You've never been on an adventure that tasted so good! Ticket price includes enough samples to replace a meal, alcoholic beverages on certain stops, dessert, an informative personal tour guide, use of shuttle van in case of inclement weather, and a take home goodie bag. Meet chefs, business owners, and artists on this one-of-a-kind Tour. Book your Tour today at www.CantonFoodTours.com and join the fun! If spots are available, we accept reservations up to 2 hours before the Tour starts.
Chicago
August 2, 2012; 8pm Location: North Canton Playhouse, N Canton, OH
Cost: Currently Unknown
Roxie Hart is a married chorus girl with hopes of being a headliner in Vaudeville. Velma Kelly is a former headliner. What do these two have in common? They both are murderesses. Roxie killed her lover when he walked out on her, and Velma killed her husband and sister, who were having an affair. Chicago's newspapers love the nitty-gritty and Velma is at the top of the headlines. But then Roxie comes along and Velma is old news. They find themselves competing for not only the press' attention, but also the focus of their shared lawyer, the suave Billy Flynn. Add to the mix a sob sister, Roxie's hapless husband Amos, and a warm prison matron who watches out for her girls (if there's something in it for her), and you have Chicago! August 2-19, 2012 Sunday Matinees @ 2:30pm, All other performances at 8pm Walk-ins are welcome as long as a show isn't sold out, reservations are available by calling 330-494-1613 or purchase tickets online at www.northcantonplayhouse.com
Traditional Music Nights at Quail Hollow
Aug 2 -Nov. 17, 2012; 6-9pm Location: Quail Hollow Mannor House, Hartville, OH
Cost: $1 per person
Celtic, bluegrass and traditional music will be played at each session. Bring an instrument and join in. Listeners are always welcomed. We meet every first and third Thursday of the month..
Canal Boat Lounge Dinner Cruise
August 2, 2012; 6:30pm-8pm Location: Canal Fulton Canalway Center, OH
Cost: $27 per person
Enjoy a meal catered by the Canal Boat Lounge aboard the St. Helena III Canal Boat in Canal Fulton as you glide along the Ohio & Erie Canal. The boat dock is located at 125 Tuscarawas St. Limited seating and reservations are required. Please call 330-854-6835 or purchase tickets online thru paypal at www.cityofcanalfulton-oh.gov
FASHION SHOW LUNCHEON
August 3, 2012; 11:30am Location: Canton Memorial Civic Center, Canton, OH
ENSHRINEES' GOLD JACKET DINNER
August 3, 2012; 5:15pm Location: Canton Memorial Civic Center, Canton, OH
Jack Butler, Dermontti Dawson,Chris Doleman, Cortez Kennedy, Curtis Martin, and Willie Roaf will receive their Hall of Fame gold jacket.
FRIDAY NIGHT RECEPTION
August 3, 2012; 6pm
First Friday
August 3, 2012; 6pm-10pm Location: Arts District, Canton, OH
Cost: Free
A monthly party in the downtown Canton Arts District featuring themed music, performance and visual arts events and always a few surprises for adults and children. First Friday begins with a First Stop at the Canton Museum of Art @ 5:30, followed by the full-out event downtown from 6-10 p.m. Rain or shine. First FRIDAY of every month year 'round.
TIMKEN GRAND PARADE
August 4, 2012; 8am Location: Downtown Canton, OH
Cost: Free
MOUNTED MEMORIES AUTOGRAPH SESSIONS
August 4, 2012; Noon
ENSHRINEMENT CELEBRATION FAN PARTY
August 4, 2012; 4pm-6pm Location: Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton, OH
CLASS OF 2012 ENSHRINEMENT CEREMONY
August 4, 2012; 7pm Location: Fawcett Stadium, Canton, OH
Harvest Festival
August 4th & 5th, 2012; All Day Location: Zoar, OH
Cost: Adults = $7; Children 7 & under = Free
An old fashioned festival in Historic Zoar Village that represents bringing in the last load of summer wheat, Zoar Ohio. Over 65 quality antique dealers from around the country. Juried arts and crafts, local music, food and entertainment. Historical buildings and museums open with costumed demonstrators. 1-800-262-6195 for more information.
ENSHRINEES GAMEDAY ROUNDTABLE
August 5, 2012; 12:30pm Location: Canton Memorial Civic Center, Canton, OH
FAN APPRECIATION TAILGATE PARTY
August 5, 2012; 5pm-7:30pm Location: Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton, OH
Cost: $60 per person
NFL/HALL OF FAME GAME
August 5, 2012; 8pm Location: Fawcett Stadium, Canton, OH
Five Oaks Summer Tours
August 5, 2012; Tours start at 2pm & 3pm Location: Massillon, OH
Cost: Adults = $6; Students = Free
Emjoy a tour of the Victorian mansion, Five Oaks. A beautiful home with 10 fireplaces, Tiffany glass windows, a third floor ballroom, gold and silver leafed walls and ceilings and carved wood decorations. Once the home of the McClymonds family, it is now home to the Massillon Woman's Club.
DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION
August 6, 2012; 6:30pm Location: Paul Brown Tiger Stadium, Massillon, OH
Duncan Plaza Concerts
August 6, 2012; 7:30pm Location: Downtown Massillon, OH
Cost: Free
Featuring ~ Canton Concert
Friday, July 20, 4pm Location: North Canton, OH
Saturday, July 21, 6am and 4:00pm
Sunday, July 22, 6am
The White Savage
July 20, 26, 31, August 4, 2012; 8:30pm Location: New Philadelphia, OH
Cost: Adults = $17; Seniors = $15; Children 12 and under = $8
Trumpet's own Joseph Bonamico co-authored The White Savage after years of portraying him in The Trumpet in the Land. The show is set on the same stage as Trumpet in the Land, and is complete with horseback riding, spectacular pyrotechnics and fascinating battle scenes. This show is a unique and exciting show for the whole family to enjoy.
From Frontierswoman to Flapper: Ohio's First Ladies
July 20, 2012 to April 26, 2013 Location: Canton, OH
Cost: Adults = $7; Seniors = $6; Children 18 and younger = $5
Guided Tours: Tuesday - Saturday at 9:30 & 10:30 a.m. and 12:30, 1:30 & 2:30 p.m.; plus Sundays at 12:30, 1:30 & 2:30 p.m. in June, July & August.
Souvenirs of Yesteryear - Part II
July 20, 2012 to October 31, 20121pm – 4pm Location: North Canton, OH
Cost: Adults = $5; Children 12 & under = Free
A special showing of framed, vintage Hoover photographs on loan from the North Canton Heritage Society as well as Unique Hoover Company souvenirs will also be displayed courtesy Hoover retirees and former employees who've loaned or donated Company memorabilia from their personal collections.
Country Sunrise Special
July 20, 2012; 7pm – 9pm Location: Wilomont, OH
Cost: Adults = $10; Children 15 & under = $5
Country Sunrise Special has been joyfully makin’ music for more than 25 years. Its beginnings were as The Nicholas Family some 60 years ago. Recordings of The Nicholas Family’s music are in the history files of America at the Smithsonian Institute. Today, Country Sunrise Special offers tight mixed vocal harmonies and strong acoustic instrumentation, including banjo, mandolin, fiddle, guitar, autoharp, harmonica, and bass in a mix of Bluegrass, Country, Gospel, Western-swing, and Old-time melodies. We love the music and love sharing it with you!
Lantern Tours of the Ghosts of Zoar
Every Friday and Saturday evening at 8:30pm Location: Zoar, OH
Cost: $17 per person
The tour meets in front of the Zoar Store, rain or shine, and lasts approximately 1 hour.
The Historic Village of Zoar has been named to the 2012 list of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places®
Trumpet in the Land
July 21, 23, 24, 27, 30, Aug 2, 6, 7, 2012; 8:30pm Location: New Philadelphia, OH
Cost: Adults = $17; Seniors = $15; Children 12 and under = $8
Trumpet in the Land, Ohio's premier and longest running outdoor theatre production, brings to life the tragic but inspiring story of David Zeisberger and his Christian Indian followers as they struggled to preserve their peaceful settlement despite the growing violence of the Revolutionary War.
Ride Through History
July 21, 2012 - Jul. 22, 2012; 9am-4pm Location: Alliance, OH
Ride in the back of a military truck and experience scenes from different war times. You can also visit the living history camps and talk with interpreters of the different camp life and battle. A mobile military museum, vendors, weapons demonstrations plus many other things to see. Great for the whole family.
Werktag "Work Day"
Jul. 21, 2012; 11am – 4pm Location: Zoar, OH
Cost: Adult = $8; Child (4-17) = $4; Children 3 & under = Free
Werktag is a German word that translates "work day," but work is fun when you try something old in Historic Zoar Village! Discover what daily life in the village was like in 1850 with hands on activities and demonstrations like butter churning, blacksmithing, tin punching, gardening, laundry, kessel oven cooking, and more! Self-guided tours available from 11-4.
Your Night Sky Planetarium Show
Jul. 21, 2012; 2pm-3pm
A quick update of astronomy in the news and a star show of tonight’s sky. The rest is up to you—ask questions or bring up a topic you’d like to know more about. We’ll try to answer, but it’s a big universe! If we can’t answer right away, we’ll find out and follow up next month. All ages. Free.
Five Oaks Summer Tours
Sunday, July 22, 2012; 2-3pm Location: Massillon, OH
Cost: $6 for adults, students are free
Enjoy a tour of the Victorian mansion, Five Oaks. A beautiful home with 10 fireplaces, Tiffany glass windows, a third floor ballroom, gold and silver leafed walls and ceilings and carved wood decorations. Once the home of the McClymonds family, it is now home to the Massillon Woman's Club.
The Ultimate Pink Floyd Tribute Show
Sunday, July 22, 2012; 7:30-10pm Location: Massillon, OH
Cost: $10
"The Ultimate Pink Floyd Tribute Show" rocks the house at Lions Lincoln Theater, Sunday, July 22nd. Featuring the impeccable Pink Floyd tribute band ECHOES OF A DISTANT TIME, playing selections from Pink Floyd's "The Wall", plus many more classic Pink Floyd songs. A multi-media experience, with film, live drama, and a special appearance by the Ulster Project Youth Choir, singing "Another Brick In The Wall"!
Special guests THE KEY OF DIAMOND, playing all your favorite Neil Diamond tunes! This show is a must for any Pink Floyd and Classic Rock fan. Limited preferred seating available for advance ticket buyers, no extra charge! Visit www.mculster.com for online ticket purchase or call (330) 886-8747.
Palace Theatre 85th Anniversary Event: Kilgen Organ Spectacular
Jul. 22, 2012; 7pm-9pm Location: Canton, OH
Cost: $10 each
85th Anniversary Celebration Event Evening includes: Tribute to Banks Kennedy, first organ player of the Palace, Discussion on Organ and Palace Theatre, Dance number Duet between Bob Beck and Jay Spencer, Silent Film short with organ accompaniment.
Duncan Plaza Concerts
July 23, 2012; 7:30pm Location: Downtown Massillon, OH
Cost: Free
Featuring ~ Meadowbrook Big Band
Summer Sounds: Big Band Concert
July 25, 2012; 6pm-8pm Location: Perry Sippo Lake, Massillon, OH
Cost: Free
All Ages: Stark Parks and Perry Sippo Branch welcome back the Musical Memories Orchestra. Enjoy the sounds of the 20s to the 50s and the Big Band era with area musicians. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. Ice cream will be provided by the Perry Sippo Friends of the Library. Performance will be moved inside if the weather is bad.
Canton Food Tours - Warehouse District
July 26, 2012; 6pm-9:15pm Location: McKinley Grand Hotel Lobby, Canton, OH
Cost: $48 per person
Explore the Hall of Fame city while stopping at restaurants along the way for scrumptious food and drink samples. Learn about Canton's history and then see firsthand how the city is being revitalized through the arts. You've never been on an adventure that tasted so good! Ticket price includes enough samples to replace a meal, alcoholic beverages on certain stops, dessert, an informative personal tour guide, use of shuttle van in case of inclement weather, and a take home goodie bag. Meet chefs, business owners, and artists on this one-of-a-kind Tour. Book your Tour today at www.CantonFoodTours.com and join the fun! If spots are available, we accept reservations up to 2 hours before the Tour starts.
Art Film: Darling Companion
July 26, 2012; 7:30pm-9:30pm Location: Canton, OH
Cost: $5
The story of a woman who loves her dog more than her husband! Rated: PG-13, Runtime: 1 hour, 43 mins.at the Canton Palace Theatre
Massillon Summer Concert Series
July 26, 2012 Location: Downtown Massillon, OH
Cost: Free
Featuring - The Belairs
Saturday Meet the Artist
July 27, 2012; 10am-6pm Location: Canal Fulton, OH
Cost: Free
Hot glass working class, by appointment, 10AM till noon. Hot glass production demonstrations by resident artist Brian Graham from noon till 5 PM . Meet a featured artist from the gallery exhibiting their wares and demonstrating their craft.
Down at the Boardwalk
July 28, 2012; 1pm-4pm Location: Massillon Recreation Center, Mass, OH
Cost: $3 for nonmembers
The City of Massillon Parks and Recreation Department is bringing the boardwalk to the Massillon Recreation. Bring the whole family down to the Massillon Recreation Center to enjoy food, games, and live music from a local band. You'll enjoy swimming in the aquatics area with the boardwalk right outside! The boardwalk games are all being created by our Summer Playground Program. Food and game tickets are available for a small fee.
All Shook Up
July 28, 2012; 8:30pm-11pm Location: New Philadelphia, OH
Cost: Adults = $17; Seniors = $15; Children 15 & under = $8
Into a square little town in the 1950's, in a square little state, rides a guitar-playing roustabout who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that'll have you jumpin' out of your blue suede shoes with such classics as "Heartbreak Hotel," "Jailhouse Rock," and "Don't Be Cruel." Will true love prevail? ("Fools Fall In Love") Will the power of music win the day? Will this small town in the Midwest survive getting all shook up? These questions and more are answered as the characters come together for the finale ("Burning Love").
CONCERT AND FIREWORKS
July 28, 2012; 6pm Location: Downtown Canton, OH
2-MILE AND 5-MILE RACES
July 29, 2012; 8am Location: Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton, OH
COMMUNITY PARADE
July 29, 2012; 2:30pm Location: Downtown Canton, OH
Five Oaks Summer Tours
July 29, 2012; Tours start at 2pm and 3pm Location: Massillon, OH
Cost: Adults = $6; Students = Free
Enjoy a tour of the Victorian mansion, Five Oaks. A beautiful home with 10 fireplaces, Tiffany glass windows, a third floor ballroom, gold and silver leafed walls and ceilings and carved wood decorations. Once the home of the McClymonds family, it is now home to the Massillon Woman's Club.
Duncan Plaza Concerts
July 30, 2012; 7:30pm Location: Downtown Massillon, OH
Cost: Free
Featuring ~ Clinton Band - Concert Band
Kelly Miller Circus
July 31, 2012; Shows at 4:30pm & 7:30pm Location: Hartville, OH
Cost: Call 330.877.5500 or email [email protected] to inquire about ticket pricing and locations.
The Kelly Miller Circus has gathered a galaxy of stars from many nations, as well as an exotic display of animals, enhanced them with beautiful theatrical lighting and lively circus music for a performance to warm the hearts of young and old alike.
RIBS BURNOFF
August 1, 2, & 3, 2012; 11am Location: Stark County Fairgrounds, Canton, OH
Grandstand Concert Cost: $9 or $5
Gin Blossomsperformance on Wednesday, August 1st
Jason Michael Carrollon Thursday, August 2nd
Saving AbelonFriday, August 3rd.
FIRST PLAY 2012
August 2, 2012; 10am Location: Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton, OH
Massillon Summer Concert Series
August 2, 2012; 7:30pm Location: Downtown Massillon, OH
Cost: Free
Featuring ~ LaFlavour
Canton Food Tours - Warehouse District
Aug 2, 2012; 6pm – 9:15pm Location: McKinley Grand Hotel Lobby, Canton, OH
Cost: $48 per person
Explore the Hall of Fame city while stopping at restaurants along the way for scrumptious food and drink samples. Learn about Canton's history and then see firsthand how the city is being revitalized through the arts. You've never been on an adventure that tasted so good! Ticket price includes enough samples to replace a meal, alcoholic beverages on certain stops, dessert, an informative personal tour guide, use of shuttle van in case of inclement weather, and a take home goodie bag. Meet chefs, business owners, and artists on this one-of-a-kind Tour. Book your Tour today at www.CantonFoodTours.com and join the fun! If spots are available, we accept reservations up to 2 hours before the Tour starts.
Chicago
August 2, 2012; 8pm Location: North Canton Playhouse, N Canton, OH
Cost: Currently Unknown
Roxie Hart is a married chorus girl with hopes of being a headliner in Vaudeville. Velma Kelly is a former headliner. What do these two have in common? They both are murderesses. Roxie killed her lover when he walked out on her, and Velma killed her husband and sister, who were having an affair. Chicago's newspapers love the nitty-gritty and Velma is at the top of the headlines. But then Roxie comes along and Velma is old news. They find themselves competing for not only the press' attention, but also the focus of their shared lawyer, the suave Billy Flynn. Add to the mix a sob sister, Roxie's hapless husband Amos, and a warm prison matron who watches out for her girls (if there's something in it for her), and you have Chicago! August 2-19, 2012 Sunday Matinees @ 2:30pm, All other performances at 8pm Walk-ins are welcome as long as a show isn't sold out, reservations are available by calling 330-494-1613 or purchase tickets online at www.northcantonplayhouse.com
Traditional Music Nights at Quail Hollow
Aug 2 -Nov. 17, 2012; 6-9pm Location: Quail Hollow Mannor House, Hartville, OH
Cost: $1 per person
Celtic, bluegrass and traditional music will be played at each session. Bring an instrument and join in. Listeners are always welcomed. We meet every first and third Thursday of the month..
Canal Boat Lounge Dinner Cruise
August 2, 2012; 6:30pm-8pm Location: Canal Fulton Canalway Center, OH
Cost: $27 per person
Enjoy a meal catered by the Canal Boat Lounge aboard the St. Helena III Canal Boat in Canal Fulton as you glide along the Ohio & Erie Canal. The boat dock is located at 125 Tuscarawas St. Limited seating and reservations are required. Please call 330-854-6835 or purchase tickets online thru paypal at www.cityofcanalfulton-oh.gov
FASHION SHOW LUNCHEON
August 3, 2012; 11:30am Location: Canton Memorial Civic Center, Canton, OH
ENSHRINEES' GOLD JACKET DINNER
August 3, 2012; 5:15pm Location: Canton Memorial Civic Center, Canton, OH
Jack Butler, Dermontti Dawson,Chris Doleman, Cortez Kennedy, Curtis Martin, and Willie Roaf will receive their Hall of Fame gold jacket.
FRIDAY NIGHT RECEPTION
August 3, 2012; 6pm
First Friday
August 3, 2012; 6pm-10pm Location: Arts District, Canton, OH
Cost: Free
A monthly party in the downtown Canton Arts District featuring themed music, performance and visual arts events and always a few surprises for adults and children. First Friday begins with a First Stop at the Canton Museum of Art @ 5:30, followed by the full-out event downtown from 6-10 p.m. Rain or shine. First FRIDAY of every month year 'round.
TIMKEN GRAND PARADE
August 4, 2012; 8am Location: Downtown Canton, OH
Cost: Free
MOUNTED MEMORIES AUTOGRAPH SESSIONS
August 4, 2012; Noon
ENSHRINEMENT CELEBRATION FAN PARTY
August 4, 2012; 4pm-6pm Location: Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton, OH
CLASS OF 2012 ENSHRINEMENT CEREMONY
August 4, 2012; 7pm Location: Fawcett Stadium, Canton, OH
Harvest Festival
August 4th & 5th, 2012; All Day Location: Zoar, OH
Cost: Adults = $7; Children 7 & under = Free
An old fashioned festival in Historic Zoar Village that represents bringing in the last load of summer wheat, Zoar Ohio. Over 65 quality antique dealers from around the country. Juried arts and crafts, local music, food and entertainment. Historical buildings and museums open with costumed demonstrators. 1-800-262-6195 for more information.
ENSHRINEES GAMEDAY ROUNDTABLE
August 5, 2012; 12:30pm Location: Canton Memorial Civic Center, Canton, OH
FAN APPRECIATION TAILGATE PARTY
August 5, 2012; 5pm-7:30pm Location: Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton, OH
Cost: $60 per person
NFL/HALL OF FAME GAME
August 5, 2012; 8pm Location: Fawcett Stadium, Canton, OH
Five Oaks Summer Tours
August 5, 2012; Tours start at 2pm & 3pm Location: Massillon, OH
Cost: Adults = $6; Students = Free
Emjoy a tour of the Victorian mansion, Five Oaks. A beautiful home with 10 fireplaces, Tiffany glass windows, a third floor ballroom, gold and silver leafed walls and ceilings and carved wood decorations. Once the home of the McClymonds family, it is now home to the Massillon Woman's Club.
DRUM CORPS INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION
August 6, 2012; 6:30pm Location: Paul Brown Tiger Stadium, Massillon, OH
Duncan Plaza Concerts
August 6, 2012; 7:30pm Location: Downtown Massillon, OH
Cost: Free
Featuring ~ Canton Concert
Trumpet's own Joseph Bonamico co-authored The White Savage after years of portraying him in The Trumpet in the Land. The show is set on the same stage as Trumpet in the Land, and is complete with horseback riding, spectacular pyrotechnics and fascinating battle scenes. This show is a unique and exciting show for the whole family to enjoy.