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  • Grandma & Granpa's Attic

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Grandma & Granpa's Attic

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Grandma & Granpa's Attic
    The “Grandma & Grandpa’s Attic” exhibition features artifacts from the Museum’s permanent collection from the 1890s through the 1980s! “Grandma & Grandpa’s Attic” includes objects such as a Kodak “Brownie” camera from the 1910s, an original Monopoly board game from 1936, a Wurlitzer Jukebox from the 1930s, a wedding dress made from a World War II silk parachute, and a Cabbage Patch Kid from the 1980s! This is an exhibit sure to entertain and teach any generation!
  • The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

    The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

    First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

    The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power
    Celebrate 250 Years of First Ladies Progress and Power with us! From the nation’s earliest days to the modern era, First Ladies have shaped American history through advocacy, diplomacy, and cultural influence. The Eras Exhibit will take visitors on an immersive journey through the evolving role of these women across the many eras of the American historical timeline, showcasing how they have redefined leadership, championed social causes, and influenced national conversations.
  • Character Exhibit

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    Pro Football Hall of Fame

    Character Exhibit

    Pro Football Hall of Fame

    Character Exhibit
    The centerpiece of the Character exhibit will be a large footprint devoted to the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, the most coveted individual honor in the National Football League! The display will feature an acknowledgement of past winners, several of whom are enshrined in Canton, along with artifacts related to WALTER PAYTON, PEYTON MANNING, JASON TAYLOR and LaDAINIAN TOMLINSON! Guests will be provided the opportunity to learn more about 21 points of interest to connect with character!
  • Spooky Science

    Today

    5:00 PM EST

    Beech Creek Gardens

    Spooky Science

    Beech Creek Gardens

    Spooky Science
    Spooky Science is a celebration of the strange, fascinating, and often misunderstood parts of the natural world! At first glance, things like bugs, fungi, stormy weather and even decomposition might seem scary or gross, but, guests will discover that these "spooky" elements of nature play essential roles in our ecosystems! Through hands-on activities, interactive stations, and educational displays, Spooky Science encourages kids and adults alike to explore the weird and wonderful!
  • Extreme Music Bingo

    Today

    6:00 PM EST

    Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery

    Extreme Music Bingo

    Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery

    Extreme Music Bingo
    The latest in fun, only at Maize Valley. FREE to play. Everyone gets a Bingo card, we play 30 second clips of a song, if you have that song on your card, you mark it. First one to yell BINGO, gets a prize! We play 3 rounds each night, and there are multiple ways to win in each round. The Bingo host will let you know if you need to have a straight row, diagonal, 4 corners, or something different. Each round has a theme such as “modern pop”, “party starter”, “90’s party mix" and much more!
  • Pumpkin Dessert Pairing

    Today

    6:00 PM EST

    Gervasi Vineyard Dining

    Pumpkin Dessert Pairing

    Gervasi Vineyard Dining

    Pumpkin Dessert Pairing
    Celebrate the cozy essence of autumn at Gervasi Vineyard’s Pumpkin Dessert Pairing in The Pavilion — a deliciously crafted experience where seasonal desserts meet their perfect wine match! Enjoy four decadent pumpkin-themed creations from our esteemed Head Pastry Chef, Casper Mast, each expertly paired with a Gervasi wine to elevate the flavors of fall! Join us for a delightful evening filled with the warm, spiced harmony of pumpkin, sweets, and curated wine pairings!
  • Horror on the Big Screen: Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)

    Today

    7:30 PM EST

    Canton Palace Theatre

    Horror on the Big Screen: Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)

    Canton Palace Theatre

    Horror on the Big Screen: Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)
    Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) will be featured on Canton’s largest screen as part of the 2025 Horror on the Big Screen film series! Presented by the Canton Palace Theatre, Horror on the Big Screen is a month-long series of horror films. Synopsis: Five friends head out to rural Texas to visit the grave of a grandfather. On the way they stumble across what appears to be a deserted house, only to discover something sinister within. Something armed with a chainsaw!

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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

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  • Grandma & Granpa's Attic

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Grandma & Granpa's Attic

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Grandma & Granpa's Attic
    The “Grandma & Grandpa’s Attic” exhibition features artifacts from the Museum’s permanent collection from the 1890s through the 1980s! “Grandma & Grandpa’s Attic” includes objects such as a Kodak “Brownie” camera from the 1910s, an original Monopoly board game from 1936, a Wurlitzer Jukebox from the 1930s, a wedding dress made from a World War II silk parachute, and a Cabbage Patch Kid from the 1980s! This is an exhibit sure to entertain and teach any generation!
  • The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

    The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

    First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

    The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power
    Celebrate 250 Years of First Ladies Progress and Power with us! From the nation’s earliest days to the modern era, First Ladies have shaped American history through advocacy, diplomacy, and cultural influence. The Eras Exhibit will take visitors on an immersive journey through the evolving role of these women across the many eras of the American historical timeline, showcasing how they have redefined leadership, championed social causes, and influenced national conversations.
  • Character Exhibit

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    Pro Football Hall of Fame

    Character Exhibit

    Pro Football Hall of Fame

    Character Exhibit
    The centerpiece of the Character exhibit will be a large footprint devoted to the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, the most coveted individual honor in the National Football League! The display will feature an acknowledgement of past winners, several of whom are enshrined in Canton, along with artifacts related to WALTER PAYTON, PEYTON MANNING, JASON TAYLOR and LaDAINIAN TOMLINSON! Guests will be provided the opportunity to learn more about 21 points of interest to connect with character!
  • Spooky Science

    Today

    5:00 PM EST

    Beech Creek Gardens

    Spooky Science

    Beech Creek Gardens

    Spooky Science
    Spooky Science is a celebration of the strange, fascinating, and often misunderstood parts of the natural world! At first glance, things like bugs, fungi, stormy weather and even decomposition might seem scary or gross, but, guests will discover that these "spooky" elements of nature play essential roles in our ecosystems! Through hands-on activities, interactive stations, and educational displays, Spooky Science encourages kids and adults alike to explore the weird and wonderful!
  • Extreme Music Bingo

    Today

    6:00 PM EST

    Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery

    Extreme Music Bingo

    Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery

    Extreme Music Bingo
    The latest in fun, only at Maize Valley. FREE to play. Everyone gets a Bingo card, we play 30 second clips of a song, if you have that song on your card, you mark it. First one to yell BINGO, gets a prize! We play 3 rounds each night, and there are multiple ways to win in each round. The Bingo host will let you know if you need to have a straight row, diagonal, 4 corners, or something different. Each round has a theme such as “modern pop”, “party starter”, “90’s party mix" and much more!
  • Pumpkin Dessert Pairing

    Today

    6:00 PM EST

    Gervasi Vineyard Dining

    Pumpkin Dessert Pairing

    Gervasi Vineyard Dining

    Pumpkin Dessert Pairing
    Celebrate the cozy essence of autumn at Gervasi Vineyard’s Pumpkin Dessert Pairing in The Pavilion — a deliciously crafted experience where seasonal desserts meet their perfect wine match! Enjoy four decadent pumpkin-themed creations from our esteemed Head Pastry Chef, Casper Mast, each expertly paired with a Gervasi wine to elevate the flavors of fall! Join us for a delightful evening filled with the warm, spiced harmony of pumpkin, sweets, and curated wine pairings!
  • Horror on the Big Screen: Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)

    Today

    7:30 PM EST

    Canton Palace Theatre

    Horror on the Big Screen: Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)

    Canton Palace Theatre

    Horror on the Big Screen: Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974)
    Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) will be featured on Canton’s largest screen as part of the 2025 Horror on the Big Screen film series! Presented by the Canton Palace Theatre, Horror on the Big Screen is a month-long series of horror films. Synopsis: Five friends head out to rural Texas to visit the grave of a grandfather. On the way they stumble across what appears to be a deserted house, only to discover something sinister within. Something armed with a chainsaw!

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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