Canton has brought back its popular First Friday live music events in 2023.
All of the First Friday events take place between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., around Cannon Park in downtown Canton. (Need an address for your GPS? Use 130 E. Main St., Canton 30114.)
There will be food trucks on site, nearby restaurants will be open, or you can bring a picnic meal. You’re welcome to bring a blanket or lawn chairs.
Parking is FREE and available at many locations a short walk away. The parking locations will be clearly marked and directed by volunteers
The event is family-friendly.
In addition to the free concerts, specific First Friday dates may feature additional events, like car shows, book signings, etc. The local downtown merchants will be open for shopping..
View the Canton First Friday Facebook page
Go to the Canton First Friday web page.
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2023 First Friday schedule
Friday, May 5
The Return
(Beatles tribute band)
Friday, June 2
The Troubadour Project
(’70s rock)
Friday, July 7
The Rupert’s Orchestra
(Motown, classic rock, top 40)
Friday, August 4
Elton Live
(Elton John experience band)
Friday, September 1
The Purple Madness
(Prince experience band)
Friday, October 6
On the Border
(Eagles tribute band)
You may also be interested in the Downtown Canton Farmers Market
It takes place on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., in Brown Park. This is a summer farmers market, running from June thru Labor Day.
View the Downtown Canton Farmers Market Facebook page.