New Gathering Place Under the Oaks Lights up Downtown

Whether it is a chance to grab a beer with friends, listen to fantastic live music, or just spend quality time in an inviting setting, The Holler offers something for everyone. Surrounded by heritage trees, the casual and spectacular outdoor bar and restaurant offers an exceptional experience for friends and family gatherings. The Holler also is a gathering place for runners in the area and even features a running gear shop.

Owner Gordy Faulmann wants you come enjoy the large selection of craft beer, wine, cocktails, and great food, and stay for the laid-back and casual atmosphere. Pets are welcome and will love the outdoor space, too.

“I borrowed ideas from a lot of different places, including Colorado when planning what The Holler would look like, but the combination of shoe store with the beer is something that we really liked. People meet at trails nearby and come back and drink beer. That was the core of it,” Gordy explains. “From there I kind of took it and borrowed ideas from breweries and other bars. Along with great local craft beer, we offer wine and cocktails, and beers that are mainstream.”

Downtown Canton resident and co-owner Jeff Hagadone, who Gordy has known for thirty-plus years, approached Gordy several years ago about the idea. The two first looked at the house where The Holler is located five years ago, and several years later bought it because it had the design and outdoor space they wanted.

“It fit my vision of what the grounds and building could be,” Gordy says. “I had seen over my years of coming to Canton the potential of downtown. Literally, two First Fridays I attended convinced me there was enough demand to keep it alive and thriving.”

Jeff came up with the name, The Holler, because it fits both the location, which is down a hill, and the concept.

The kitchen for The Holler was built in a shipping container they purchased and is anchored to the large outdoor gable deck. Diners order at the bar and are invited to stay at the tables as long as they like, listening to music and enjoying the surroundings.

“We welcome all running clubs; everyone is invited even if you are not a runner. Runners meet up and leave in groups. Some are walkers. Others want to run a mile, or can run ten miles, have different groups within the running groups. Some people just like to come out and be part of the group,” Gordy explains.

Families can find seating areas with plenty of room for kids to join in the fun, and many spots with fire pits and other unique and enjoyable features. The setting makes you feel at home yet provides a park-like atmosphere for a relaxing and enjoyable experience. During the cooler weather the dining area will have clear vinyl curtains to close in the gable deck.

The local music scene at The Holler is popping and showcases some of the best talents around Downtown Canton. Check The Holler’s Facebook and Instagram pages for the always-changing schedule. The Holler is also a perfect place for watching your favorite sports teams on the big-screen TVs in the taproom, under the covered deck, or outside in the turfed beer garden.

Running groups meet every week on Tuesday and Thursday at 6:00p.m. The Holler also has an independent Running Store, with a variety of top brand running shoes including On Cloud, Brooks, Altra, and Saucony, and a selection of The Holler branded merchandise.

The Holler is located at 301 West Main Street, Canton. For more information visit TheHollerCanton.com.

This article was featured in the Historic Canton magazine. Read more.