The best things to do in Stark County

From pool time and fitness classes to pickleball, trails, and disc golf, Massillon Parks & Recreation keeps the community moving. Browse the monthly schedules, register online, or plan a party, then let the kids and pups burn energy while you sneak in nine at Legends Golf Course.

From the Massillon newsletter, September 12, 2026

Public museum with a rotating art & history collection & educational programs. Free admission.

Laser Zone Canton keeps Canton crews moving with laser tag that actually gets your heart rate up, plus birthday parties with private rooms and pizza, easy group rates and fundraisers, and a Galactic Escape room when you want a plot twist. Grab your friends, settle old rivalries, and claim bragging rights.

From the Canton newsletter, September 12, 2026

Long-standing chain of bowling alleys featuring casual grub & pitchers, leagues & party events.

Whether you’re chasing a polished round on a Jack Nicklaus Signature layout, a legit spa day, or an easy excuse not to cook, Glenmoor Country Club wraps it all in a warm, members-first vibe that actually makes weeknights feel special.

From the Canton newsletter, August 3, 2026

Oakwood Country Club keeps it classic with a nine-hole course that’s been in play since July 4, 1929 on land first gifted by Henry Firestone. Join the social scene this week, hop into the men’s or ladies’ associations, and make your next round feel like Canton history in motion.

From the Canton newsletter, October 1, 2026

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

Built on a 19th-century quarry, The Quarry Golf Club & Venue is a public, target-style layout with generous landing areas plus cliffside vistas, streams, and deep lakes. After the round, post up on the patio at the Granite Grille with a front-row look at the 18th.

From the Canton newsletter, September 4, 2026

Pro Putt Miniature Golf keeps it classic and family friendly on Meyers Lake, just a few minutes from downtown Canton, which makes it an easy after-work or weekend reset. Grab a couple friends or the kids, trade some friendly trash talk, and see who sinks that last tricky putt.

From the Canton newsletter, September 24, 2026

Brookside Country Club bundles a golf course, pool, tennis courts and a banquet setup into one member hub that fits real life in Canton. Sneak in nine after work, let the kids splash, then host the milestone party in a space that feels polished without being stuffy.

From the Canton newsletter, September 3, 2026

This classic, long-running mini-golf course features a range of whimsical obstacles & a drive hole.

As Clearview Golf Club celebrates 80 years, play the only course designed, built, owned and operated by an African American, created by WWII vet William "Bill" Powell. Renee and Larry keep it dialed in, so your excuses are limited to the putter.

From the Canton newsletter, August 18, 2026

Shake up your week with a quick climb to McKinley National Memorial, the domed mausoleum honoring our 25th president, perched above 108 steps and a neoclassical dome. Then wander the museum below for Stark County stories, artifacts and vintage film that make history feel local.

From the Canton newsletter, October 6, 2026

Canton First Friday turns downtown into a walkable arts party with live music, street painters, gallery hopping, and sip-and-stroll DORA vibes around Centennial Plaza. September 4’s Canvas on Concrete adds live street art, dream-pop favorite Anya Van Rose, a fashion moment, and a Kids Zone for easy family hang time.

From the Canton newsletter, October 20, 2026

Arrowhead Golf Club & Banquet Center is North Canton’s premier spot for a relaxed round, a bite at the Clubhouse Grille’s modern American fare, a members-only pool to cool off, and celebrations in the event center. Grab a midweek tee time, then reward yourself... you’ve earned it.

From the Canton newsletter, August 15, 2026

Clearwater Park Miniature Golf keeps it simple in the best way, a classic course where your short game and friendly smack talk can finally settle things. Grab a putter this week, get some fresh air, and chase that satisfying tap-in you’ll bring up at work all week.

From the Akron newsletter, August 17, 2026

Whether you’re wrangling coworkers or the family, Escape Room Downtown serves up Canton-flavored adventures with private games, unlimited hints, and four themed rooms spanning mob intrigue, speakeasy secrets, and spooky jail cell lore.

From the Canton newsletter, September 18, 2026

This week, K1 Speed Canton lets you rip around a high-G indoor course in electric karts, then refuel at the Paddock Lounge with burgers before arcade battles. Bonus points when the indoor-outdoor track opens... longer laps, fresh air, and podium pics that settle bragging rights.

From the Canton newsletter, August 21, 2026

Canton’s own Meadowlake Club has your trifecta covered... a quick round on Meadowlake Golf Course, a splash by the pool, then Chef Scott’s reimagined spring/summer menu at The Barrn. It’s neighborly, low-stress, and exactly the kind of upgrade your week needs.

From the Canton newsletter, October 13, 2026