First Fridays

Elevate Your Fridays with Canton's First Friday Events!

Discover Canton's vibrant Historic Downtown, where the first Friday of each month is an extraordinary celebration of community, music, and the weekend. From May through October, dance to the rhythm of live music, savor the diverse flavors of food trucks and local eateries, and embrace the sense of togetherness that defines Canton. With something for everyone, from families to friends, First Friday promises unforgettable memories and a true taste of the City's spirit.

Stay tuned for information about our 2026 First Friday lineup!

Get more info about First Fridays at facebook.com/CantonGAFirstFriday.

To get involved with First Friday or any other Downtown Canton event, contact Downtown Development Manager, Velinda Hardy, at velinda.hardy@cantonga.gov.

Experience
Food & Drink
Past Performances
Upcoming Events
Downtown Canton First Friday with Purple Madness

Great music, good food, and family fun take center stage…

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Downtown Canton First Friday with Molly Ringwalds

Great music, good food, and family fun take center stage…

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First Friday Movie Night at The Mill on Etowah: David

Join us on Friday, June 5, 2026, for First Friday…

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Downtown Canton First Friday with Bryce Leatherwood

Great music, good food, and family fun take center stage…

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First Friday Movie Night at The Mill on Etowah: Hamilton

We’re taking First Friday to the stage—literally. Join us Friday…

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Downtown Canton First Friday with Nashville Nation

Great music, good food, and family fun take center stage…

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First Friday Movie Night at The Mill on Etowah: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

Level up your First Friday plans on August 7, 2026…

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Downtown Canton First Friday with Emerald Empire Band

Great music, good food, and family fun take center stage…

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First Friday Movie Night at The Mill on Etowah: Sweet Home Alabama

Friday, September 4, 2026, calls for a classic. Join us…

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Downtown Canton First Friday with On the Border

Great music, good food, and family fun take center stage…

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First Friday Movie Night at The Mill on Etowah: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

Set sail for First Friday Movie Night on October 2…

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Downtown Canton First Friday with Purple Madness
Downtown Canton First Friday with Molly Ringwalds
First Friday Movie Night at The Mill on Etowah: David
Downtown Canton First Friday with Bryce Leatherwood
First Friday Movie Night at The Mill on Etowah: Hamilton
Downtown Canton First Friday with Nashville Nation
First Friday Movie Night at The Mill on Etowah: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Downtown Canton First Friday with Emerald Empire Band
First Friday Movie Night at The Mill on Etowah: Sweet Home Alabama
Downtown Canton First Friday with On the Border
First Friday Movie Night at The Mill on Etowah: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

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