Downtown Canton Hard Candy Christmas Parade & Festival!

Parade Info: www.cantonmainstreet.org/christmas

Get ready for the sweetest holiday event of the year! Join us for the annual Downtown Canton Hard Candy Christmas Parade & Festival on Saturday, December 13th! It's a night packed with winter fun, holiday cheer, and a dazzling parade that will satisfy any sweet tooth!

The Christmas Festival
Bring the whole family early to enjoy all the festival fun before the parade steps off! We've got activities for everyone to get those holiday vibes flowing:

Huge Snow Slide: Grab a tube and swoosh! down a mountain of snowy fun!

Snowball Battlefield: Prepare for a friendly, epic battle with soft, plush snowballs. Strategy is key!

Photos with Santa: Don't forget your wish list! Santa Claus will be on hand to hear your Christmas wishes and take pictures.

Holiday Vibes: Enjoy all the festive cheer you can handle right on the Square!

The Hard Candy Christmas Parade (Starts at 6:30 PM)
The main event! The parade theme this year is Hard Candy Christmas, and we are challenging everyone to get creative! We want to see your most colorful, creative, and dazzling floats inspired by all things sweet and festive. Think: giant lollipops, peppermint stripes, gingerbread, and candy canes!

Parade Entries Wanted!
Do you have a business, organization, church, or school group that wants to be in the parade? We'd love to have you!

Start planning your float now! Go full out and decorate it like your favorite candy shop or Christmas treat.

Come make some unforgettable, sweet holiday memories with us in Downtown Canton!

Email grichardson@cantontex.com for more information!

Get Ready to Sparkle! Downtown Canton Christmas Sip N' Shop!
Y'all are invited to the most festive shopping event of the season!

Mark your calendars:

Date: Thursday, December 11th

Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: Downtown Canton

Stroll through our beautifully decorated downtown and get your holiday shopping done while supporting local businesses!

Shop, Sip, and Win!
Your favorite Downtown Canton shops will be open late, offering:

Tasty Drinks & Bites to keep you warm and festive!

Exclusive Discounts perfect for filling up your sleigh (and your stocking!).

Punch Card Giveaway: Be the first to complete your shopping punch card and win a fabulous grand prize!

Do the Dolly! Look-Alike Contest!
Dust off your rhinestones, tease that hair, and come dressed as the Queen of Country, Dolly Parton!

Contest Time: 6:30 PM

Location: Canton Town Square Park

The winner of the Dolly Parton Look-Alike Contest will receive the incredible honor of being the Parade Marshal in the upcoming "Hard Candy Christmas Parade," dressed in all their Dolly glory! The Parade is on December 13th at 6:30.

Come shop, celebrate, and make some memories! We can't wait to see you there!

Come paint a ceramic light-up Christmas Tree at ANC Studio!

We will provide everything needed & you get to take your project home same-day (no kiln firing needed)

*Tickets MUST be purchased by Nov 17th*

This 11 1/4" Shelf Christmas Tree is sized just right to fit on a shelf, mantle, windowsill, you name it!

It is narrow (including the base) so it sits nicely, but from the front still looks like a regular shaped Christmas Tree.

We will paint these with acrylic paint and apply a triple thick glaze at the end for a nice, shiny appearance.

Light kit and pin lights included. Comes with 1 pack (50 count) of multi-color pin lights, a star and a clip-in light kit.

Tickets MUST be purchased by Nov 17th to ensure product availability!

$65

Tickets:
https://www.anccanton.com/.../painted-pottery-christmas-tree

TRUNK OR TREAT IS BACK!
Join us for the 7th Annual Trunk or Treat hosted by Stepz All-Star Gym & Gravity Athletics!
October 26th
3PM - 7PM
29414 Hwy 64, Canton, TX
FREE fun for the whole family!
Food Trucks
Live Music
Free Games
Trick or Treating
Bounce Houses
Haunted House (entry fee applies)
Costume Contest at 5:00PM!
Over 2,000+ in attendance last year!
Want to join as a vendor or food truck? We want YOU!
$25 fee if you’re selling – limited spots available!
Contact us today: 214.207.2261
www.sacheer.org
Let’s make this the spookiest and sweetest Trunk or Treat yet!

Murder, Mystery, and Masterpieces: A Great Gatsby Masquerade

Step into the Roaring Twenties for a night of glitz, glam... and a touch of murder.

You are invited to an unforgettable evening of painting and intrigue at A New Creation's most exclusive art gala of the decade. But beneath the jazz, lies a secret too deadly to stay buried.

Wear your finest flapper dress, three-piece suit, or masquerade mask
Paint a mysterious 1920s-inspired masterpiece
Play a suspect or sleuth in a thrilling whodunit mystery
Enjoy drinks, music, and Gatsby-era ambiance

When the host is found dead before revealing their newest painting, it's up to the guests to unravel clues, question each other, and find the killer before the final brushstroke.

Ticket information is coming soon

24742 State Hwy 64, Canton, TX, United States, Texas 75103

Mark your calendars! The 24th Annual Canton Main Street Autumn Festival is back!

Join us on Saturday, October 11th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM for a fun-filled day celebrating fall in downtown Canton!

Here's what you can look forward to:

A huge variety of vendors: Over 100 booths featuring unique crafts, delicious food, and everything in between!

Activities for all ages: Keep the little ones entertained in the designated Kids Zone, while everyone enjoys live entertainment throughout the day. ‍

Foodie paradise: Come hungry! We'll have a wide selection of food vendors to satisfy every craving.

Silent auction: Bid on some amazing items and support a great cause!

Live entertainment: Get ready to tap your toes and sing along! ‍

Vendor applications are open now! Apply Here: www.cantonmainstreet.org/autumn-festival

Don't miss out on this fall tradition! Share this event with your friends and family and get ready for a day of fun, shopping, and community spirit.

Hat Burning Studio Event

Sat, Sep 06 | 134 W Dallas St

Create a custom hat at the studio! Hats are provided, along with all of the supplies! We will have a variety of stencils for you to choose from to burn onto your hat. You may also add on the option to stay and paint your hat once it is burned.

Creativity looks good on you, friend!

Tickets:

https://www.anccanton.com/event.../hat-burning-studio-event

HOT ROD SHOW | CAKE WALK | FOOD & FUN!

Step back in time with Classics for the Classics at Country Place Senior Living of Canton-Mulberry, a special celebration of National Senior Citizens Day.

Immerse yourself in a 50s diner-themed day filled with nostalgia, featuring a thrilling car show by Cedar Creek Hot Rods. Residents can vote for their top 5 vehicles, with trophies awarded, and enjoy other entertainment in a vibrant, kid-friendly atmosphere that honors our cherished seniors.

We’ll have tents, fans, and drinks available to keep everyone comfortable, plus free lunch boxes for visitors to take home. Join us for a day of fun, food, and classic vibes!

24742 State Hwy 64, Canton, TX, United States, Texas 75103

Come paint with us in-studio! All materials provided, including pre-traced canvas. You will have guided step-by-step instructions. No experience is necessary. Food/drinks welcome.

Friday, August 15th
6pm-8pm
$35

Tickets:
https://www.anccanton.com/even.../greater-things-paint-night

24742 State Hwy 64, Canton, TX, United States, Texas 75103

Time Machine Car Shows is headed to Canton!!! Join us Saturday, August 9th for this one-of-a-kind event!!!

SATURDAY, AUGUST 9TH, 2025
END OF SUMMER BASH CAR SHOW & LEWIS AUTO SWAP MEET
CANTON TRADE DAYS, CANTON, TX
REGISTRATION: 8-10AM
REGISTRATION FEE: $20.00
SHOW: 10AM-2PM
AWARDS: 1:30PM

Join us for this amazing show featuring 14 classes (28 Awards) and 12 Best of Show Awards!!
Lots of Parking and Shade!
Supports the Hazelwood Scholarship Benefit!

For more information, email hazelwoodhotrods@gmail.com or call Jeremy at 903-515-0703

Clarity Collective: Fit to Flourish
From sweat to self-care — it’s all in the experience.

Saturday, August 9th
Clarity Strength & Training – Canton, TX

Start your morning with the ultimate mind-body-soul reset:

7:00 AM – Yoga- $10 (Register with Link)
8:00 AM – Crave- $10 (Register with Link)
9:00 AM – Clarity Strength X Sculpt
(Free - Class)

Then treat yourself to full-body wellness and education with:
Facials & Waxing – Jamie @ Clarity Health & Aesthetics
Body Sculpting – Clarity Body Lab (spots limited) Book with Tabbitha 903.275.9251
Mini Tattoos – StudioLash (Book Spot)
Botox & Filler – Empire Medspa & Concierge Medicine
IV Fluids & Injectable Vitamins – Empire Medspa & Concierge Medicine
Women’s Pelvic Health Class – Led by Bailey from Euphoria Pediatrics & Family Medicine

Light refreshments + cold-pressed juice from Pressed in Pure to nourish you post-sweat.

Perfect for the mamas: A little movement, a little maintenance, and a powerful reset before back-to-school begins.

This isn’t just a workout.
It’s a revival — to help you move, glow, learn, refresh, and flourish.

How adorable is Honey the highlander?? Come paint her with me at the studio! All materials are provided, no experience is needed, and I will guide you step-by-step through the process. Food/drinks welcome.

Friday, August 8th
6pm-8pm
$35

Tickets:
https://www.anccanton.com/.../honey-highlander-paint-night

24742 State Hwy 64, Canton, TX, United States, Texas 75103

Get your groove on at the ultimate Summer Street Dance!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 2nd, because we're turning up the volume downtown! We're kicking off the good times at 6:30 PM with the high-energy sounds of Front Row Sinners, guaranteed to get your toes tapping. Then, at 8:30 PM, Finding Shade takes the stage to keep the party vibes going all night long!

Don't forget to grab your dancing shoes! And while you're at it, bring your own chair and cooler to set up your perfect spot. Feeling hungry from all that dancing? You can also grab a bite from one of our amazing downtown eateries to refuel.

It's going to be an unforgettable night of live music, dancing, and community fun. You won't want to miss it!

Many of you know that at Native Son, we cherish the written word: printing our own menus weekly, stocking local newspapers and regional mags, and shunning QR codes to keep community and authenticity first.
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The only national publication we keep on our bar is County Highway, “America’s Only Newspaper” championed by one of our personal heroes and literary icon Walter Kirn—whose unique voice brilliantly interprets popular culture— and shares our passion for authentic, human-driven storytelling in an AI-driven world.
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We’re thrilled to host them as a part of their 2025 America Summer Reading Tour! Please help us to celebrate these writers and the power of the human pen!
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Join us with Meaghan Garvey and Valen Lambert, two brilliant voices from County Highway, for a reading and Q&A this Friday at 2pm at Native Son!

Meaghan, a Midwest writer and illustrator, weaves evocative tales of music and Americana for Pitchfork and her Substack, Scary Cool Sad Goodbye.

Valen, a Pacific Northwest writer and County Highway Assistant Editor, captures the shifting landscapes of rural America with poignant prose.

Beat the heat with Canton Main Street's FREE Kids Splash Day!
Cool off with the whole family at this fun-filled community event! ‍‍‍
There will be:
- Awesome Water Slides! ‍
- A refreshing shower from the Canton Fire Department!
- FREE Snow Cones compliments of Taylor Services!
- And plenty of splashtastic fun!
This is a FREE event, so come out and enjoy a day of cool summer fun with your neighbors!
#CantonSplashDay #FreeCommunityEvent #BeatTheHeat #FamilyFun

Event by Wildlife On The Move - Bringing Science to Life

Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library

Cool, Cold-Blooded Critters - LIVE Animal Show for Van Zandt County Library Summer Reading Program from 10AM-11AM! (FREE PUBLIC EVENT)

Event by Silver Spur Resort

Our “Beats and Beyond” Music Camp offers a half day and full day option for kids ages 8-14. It’s a dynamic summer camp where creativity, learning, and fun come together! Designed for music enthusiasts of all levels to explore the world of music in a fun environment.

Activities include musical games, rhythm activities using a variety of instruments, making our own musical instruments, AND we will even have a local guest musician come in to demonstrate and help us compose our own camp song!

Learn more and register online: https://thesilverspurresort.com/event/music-camp/