Canton Development Partnership

Partnering for a strong city center

Welcome to downtown Canton, a city of change and revitalization.

Upcoming Downtown Events

First Friday on February 5^th is sure to make all of your Chocolate Dreams come true! Area chocolatiers will be selling their decadent creations, while downtown restaurants and bars will create special chocolate-inspired desserts and drinks. Come downtown for a slice of chocolate heaven!

The theme for the March 5^th First Friday is Art Works, the slogan for the 2010 ArtsinStark Fund for the Arts campaign. The revitalization of the Arts District has shown that art does indeed work in our city! Join us in March as we celebrate all aspects of the arts in beautiful downtown Canton.

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2009 Special Improvement District Annual Report
The Downtown Canton Special Improvement District held their Annual Meeting Thursday, November 19, 2009 at the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce. Be sure to read about all of the exciting activity that has taken place in downtown Canton over the past year! Download Report

Roadmap to Sustainability
Click the link above to learn more about the study MIT completed this fall as part of the Canton Sustainability Collaborative.

Downtown Canton is a city on the move where redevelopment is flourishing in a community that already has much to offer. Learn more about programs and services available through the Canton Development Partnership.

For great family fun, see and explore our many museums and visual and performing arts venues. Outdoor activities and festivals span all four seasons providing more fun for the entire family to enjoy. Downtown Canton even has its own outdoor ice rink. You'll want to visit downtown Canton for unique nightlife and local, one-of-a-kind eateries.

Downtown Canton. A great city to work, live and visit!