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Light Up Downtown 2025

Light Up Downtown 2025

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM) (EST)

Description

Light Up Downtown CantonJoin us as we light up our city with attractions, entertainment, refreshments, sleigh rides, singers, dancers, a visit from Santa & Mrs. Claus, and a spectacular fireworks show. FREE FUN FOR ALL AGES!

Event Highlights

  • Little Roaming Railroad
  • Live Reindeer
  • Sleigh Rides (no rides during fireworks)
  • SARTA Antique Trolley
  • 720 Market Village of Shops at the DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown
  • Ice Figure Skaters

Schedule

  • Tree Lighting - Mayor William V. Sherer II lights the city’s Christmas Tree at on Centennial Plaza.
  • Stage Show - Begins at on Centennial Plaza.
  • Fireworks - Immediately after the stage show, approx. . Best viewing from Centennial Plaza.
  • 720 Market Village -  at the DoubleTree by Hilton Canton Downtown.
  • Venue Hours - Venues may open at (or at their discretion). Festivities conclude at .

    FAQs

    Where can I find parking?
    Parking is available at the McKinley High School downtown campus and various on- and off-street locations downtown. The Millennial Parking Deck will be open for a minimal fee.
    When and where are the fireworks?
    Immediately following the stage show (approximately 6:45 PM). Great viewing at the Centennial Plaza area.
    Is there entertainment after the fireworks?
    TBD.
    Where can I get a map of venues and entertainment?
    Visit the Information Tent at the corner of 3rd & Market N. Staff can provide maps and answer questions.
    Photos with Santa
    After the fireworks, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on Centennial Plaza—don’t forget your cameras. Additional photo opportunities at the DoubleTree Hilton Canton Downtown.
    Where can I buy souvenirs?
    Official souvenirs are available at the white tent in front of the Canton Chamber office on Market Ave., between 2nd and 3rd Streets North.
    Where are the restrooms?
    Centennial Plaza restrooms: 4th St. N, behind Jerzee’s. Portable restrooms at: 5th & Market S (across from the Repository), 3rd & Market N, and 5th & Market N.
    “Spread the Warmth” clothing distribution
    Distributed by the Canton Fire Department near EHBC, 500 Market Ave. S.
    Which businesses have refreshments or make-and-take crafts?
    Participation varies by business. Many venues are participating—walk the district and explore!
    How far north and south does the event go?
    TBD.
    Where are the sleigh rides?
    4th St. & Market Ave. S, beginning at 5:30 PM. No rides during fireworks.
    Where are the live reindeer?
    Central Plaza North, near the summer fountains.
    Where is the Little Roaming Railroad?
    TBD.
    Where is the 720 Village of Shops (presented by Marathon)?
    DoubleTree by Hilton Canton Downtown, 4:30–8:30 PM.
    Is food being sold tonight?
    Local restaurants will be open. A food-truck location is TBD.
    Street closings & parking info
    TBD.


    Sponsorship opportunities are available! Contact Melinda for more information.


    Gold Sponsors:

    AEP Ohio Ziegler Bolt & Nut

    Silver Sponsors:

    BellStores Downtown Canton Partnership Marathon Petroleum

    Bronze Sponsors:

    Aultman SARTA

    Event Sponsor:

    Caribou Coffee
Central Plaza & Downtown Canton
100 Market Ave N
Canton, OH 44702 United States
Event Contact
Kathy Lindenberger
458-2056
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Wednesday, December 3, 2025 (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM) (EST)
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